August 2023

From Tesla’s plans to “Supercharge” uptake to novel entrants like IKEA’s electric tuk tuks and Coles’ first EV delivery van. Financial institutions such as CBA report tripled EV loan demand, while government signals remain mixed with subsidy warnings. Regional uptake still lags city hubs, sparking calls for more utes and chargers, though quirky stories like an outback vet running a DC fast charger highlight grassroots solutions. Meanwhile, trials pay customers to charge at certain times, and the nation’s largest vehicle-to-grid station is now backing up renewables. Social signals range from a 95-year-old urging seniors to adopt EVs, to safety warnings about e-scooter road rules. Globally, automaker rankings and retro EV startups show competition heating up, as events like the Melbourne EV Show spotlight the industry’s momentum.