Dr. Ian Storey, lecturer at Australia’s Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, outlines…
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The Evolution Of Energy – From Fossil Fuels To Renewables
We marvel at the extraordinary success of Tesla in becoming the world’s…
VW Australia Agrees To Settle ‘Dieselgate’ Scandal
After a four year legal battle, the world’s biggest selling car maker…
Disrupting The Disruptors – Big Changes To The Gig Economy
If it passes a final vote in the Senate, California’s AB5 bill…
VR Helping Older Drivers Stay On The Road
A virtual reality driving simulator for the aged is being trialed in…
Electriq’s Water-based Fuel
An Australian/Israeli start up has developed a clean, efficient and cost effective…
Tough Times For Elon Musk And Tesla Investors
A flawed genius or just chronically over-worked? Elon Musk’s behaviour over the…
CSIRO Hydrogen Membrane “A Watershed Moment For Energy”
Hydrogen derived from ammonia could soon be powering cars in Japan, Korea…
Tesla Announces Its New Electric Truck And Ultra Quick Roadster
The semi is said to be more reliable and cheaper than a…
Tesloop’s Smart Alternative To Fossil Fuel-based Travel
Leveraging the efficiency, low running costs and longevity of Tesla cars, an…
Uber’s Surge Pricing
Comparing the cost of a cab with riding on Uber X in…
VW Responds To Australian Class Action
The German auto giant denies liability in the diesel emissions scandal; reckons…
Uber Tests Self-Driving Trucks
A semi load of Budweiser beer is successfully delivered via the Interstate…
Potential Changes For The Gig Industry
In a case that could have wide ramifications, Uber drivers in the…
EVs Dominate Paris Motor Show
Leading manufacturers showcase their latest compact and affordable EVs, as diesels fall…
Victorian Taxi Industry Wins Compensation For Uber’s Disruption
Uber uses its deep pockets to fight legal battles around the world,…
Uber Legalised
Aussie taxi industry demands compensation, even as US ride sharing interloper trials…
Why Americans Still Love Their F150s
Sales of hybrids and EVs plummet as the US, enjoying cheap fuel…
The World’s Car Makers Are Going Electric
Within 4 years, EVs will be made by most major car companies.…
Tomcar – An Aussie Manufacturing Success Story
We speak to David Brim, CEO and co-founder of the Melbourne maker…
Tomcar’s Super Rugged Electric Offroaders
Melbourne company Tomcar seals deal to supply the big miners; will make…
IDF Soldiers Lose Their Waze; PLUS Google’s Boss Joins The Pentagon
Things can go very wrong if people put too much faith in…
Two New Apps To Lower Your Fuel Bill
Find the cheapest fuel for sale near you with GasBuddy or lock…
Invitation To Speed
Set cruise control with accuracy and confidence on those long road trips.…
Victorian Law Catches Up With Uber
Uber backs its Melbourne drivers who’ve been taken to court and fined…
Hooray! Google Maps Work Offline
Using your mobile device to get directions and search without internet access…
More On The VW Emissions Scandal
John Young finds his 2009 diesel Jetta is effected by the scandal,…
Hong Kong Bans Tesla’s AutoPilot
Citing safety fears, authorities restrict the use of the Model S and…
Tesla’s Autopilot Hits The Road
Tesla launches Autopilot as a wireless update for its vehicles. Early testing…
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compared
Android phones and iPhones can integrate with your car’s infotainment system and…
Driverless Mining Trucks
Mining giant Rio Tinto pioneers the use of remotely controlled, driverless ore…
Total Recall, Starring VW
The VW emissions scandal highlights fundamental software and compliance issues facing the…