Tag: new vehicle efficiency standard
Manufacturers gear up as EV model range expands under new efficiency standards
Australia’s automotive manufacturing and import landscape is shifting as the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) drives a rapid expansion in the availability of low- and zero-emission vehicles, according to the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
Electric Vehicle Council warns against scrapping penalties for polluting cars
The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has warned that abolishing penalties for car manufacturers that fail to meet pollution reduction targets under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) could limit Australians' access to more fuel-efficient and cost-effective vehicles.
Australia’s EV sales soar to record high in 2024
Electric vehicle sales in Australia soared to an all-time high in 2024, highlighting growing demand for cleaner and cost-effective transportation options, according to the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
Renewable energy momentum builds as Australia eyes 2030 targets – Climate Council
Australia’s renewable energy transition is gaining speed, with new government policies and private investments promising transformative impacts on energy, transport, and industry, according to a report by The Climate Council.
Australia needs new vehicle efficiency standards to be globally competitive, says EVC CEO
Electric Vehicle Council CEO Behyad Jafari, on new research from economics advisory firm Mandala Partners, said a well-designed new vehicle efficiency standard (NVES) is crucial to putting an end to Australia's reputation dumping ground for out-of-date, high-emission vehicles.