In response to growing demand for electrified vehicles and related services, the Motor Trade Association of South Australia and Northern Territory is introducing a new EV-branded business sign to provide reassurance for owners of electrified vehicles that their local repairer has the necessary qualifications to do the work. Continue reading EV-branded business signs for qualified repairers
Electrification and automation technology leader ABB has developed the world’s first full range of hinged high-voltage connector backshells to improve cable-to-connector stability in heavy-duty electric vehicles. Continue reading ABB develops connectors for EVs that do the hard yards
Australia, Canada, Hungary, Spain and Thailand have recently surpassed five per cent of new car sales being electric, a milestone that experts say signals the start of mass adoption. Continue reading Australasia surpasses EV market share threshold thought to signal beginning of mass adoption
Japanese oil refinery firm Idemitsu is working on a groundbreaking coolant oil specifically designed for electric and hybrid vehicles. Continue reading Idemitsu announces oil to cool and lubricate entire electric drivetrains
VASA member TAFE Queensland is now offering the Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology apprenticeship, making Queensland the second state in Australia to provide apprenticeships focused on electrified vehicles. Emphasising the significance of equipping the automotive workforce with essential skills to meet increasing demand for EV maintenance and repair, TAFE Queensland CEO John Tucker … Continue reading Queensland TAFE’s EV training and apprenticeships off to a flying start
KersTech, an electric vehicle (EV) drivetrain manufacturer, has created a dual motor for commercial EVs that combines an electric motor with a hydraulic motor to extend battery life and boost range. Continue reading Forklift battery life and range benefit from hydraulic motor tech
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) has raised concerns over recently proposed regulations that could limit the ability of trained auto technicians to service electric vehicles (EVs). Continue reading Proposed Electrical Safety Act change would limit ability of automotive technicians to work on EVs
Volvo Trucks Australia has announced a new partnership with waste management contractor JJ’s Waste and Recycling for a trial of the Volvo FE Electric truck in waste operations. Continue reading Queensland electric garbage truck trial
Australia faces a growing challenge with the increasing number of used electric vehicle (EV) batteries entering the waste stream. Continue reading Call for urgent action on EV battery waste stewardship
Designed to disrupt the disruptors, VW’s forthcoming ID.2 will take on Chinese competitors with a European starting price equivalent to A$40,000 for a Polo-sized hatch with Golf-sized roominess and a GTI-like driving experience. Advantageously positioned to offer ‘more for less’, the ID.2, which is due for release in 2025, is designed to pull customers away … Continue reading Volkswagen to bring thermal management in-house for its new electric people’s car?
