Automotive
9:47 AM, 27 Jan 2012
Researchers at RMIT say they have developed a new take on hydrogen fuel cell technology that will move the world further towards a sustainable and future-ready freight industry.
8:37 AM, 24 Jan 2012
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Barack Obama's deal to double fuel economy targets may mean the internal combustion engine has a future after all. That might be bad news for EVs. We canvass the competing technologies.
3:54 PM, 4 Aug 2011
6:39 AM, 27 Jul 2011
US auto giant General Motors has announced plans to develop its first natural gas-powered engine – a cheaper, cleaner option that is gaining favour among smaller players.
2:18 PM, 4 Jul 2011
12:54 PM, 28 Jun 2011
Australia is lagging behind world standards in setting fuel efficiency targets for new cars. Meeting long-term goals will require lighter models and better designs.
1:58 PM, 30 May 2011
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To be globally competitive, the local car industry needs to adopt a new standard of low-emitting, fuel-efficient vehicles. But if the government comes to its aid, this move risks being deferred, compromised or both.