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The bankruptcy of US government-backed EV battery maker Ener1 might raise more doubts about the DOE's support program, but with better news elsewhere in the EV market, the sector's outlook is bright.
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.
The argument that large electric cars don't fit with an energy constrained future misses the point that EVs, whatever the size, are the perfect customer for renewable energy.
Add the growing price of energy to the power grid demands of large electric vehicles and it's clear they're an unlikely quick fix for an ailing industry.
The opening of China's first switchable EV Experience Center sends a strong signal to the global market about the rapid emergence of electric cars and infrastructure worldwide. But what does it mean for Australia?
The head of oil independence policies at Better Place says EVs will 'disrupt' the global car market sooner than most people think; and that they are renewable energy's best friend.
Siemens has a vision for future mobility that marries EVs with renewable energy and smart comms, and features trucks powered by overhead wires like trams, and carbon credits for catching an electric bus.
While politicians and green lobby groups insist the future of auto transport is electric, oil giants BP and Exxon have released data that tells a dramatically different story.