Electric-vehicle chargepoints, charging networks and supporting charging infrastructure.
Energy Networks Australia urges open-access kerbside charging reform
Energy Networks Australia is urging Australia’s energy-market regulator to allow electricity distributors to install and maintain open-access kerbside EV chargers, arguing this would accelerate deployment, improve competition and widen access for renters and apartment residents.
GM adds ChargePoint access to Energy Pass charging service
GM has added ChargePoint to its Energy Pass service, giving EV drivers access to ChargePoint DC fast and Level 2 stations through GM’s vehicle apps. The companies also report hundreds of new charging locations across the US, including sites supporting NACS and CCS1.
Coles and Evie to deploy fast chargers at up to 30 Australian stores
Coles and Evie Networks will deploy fast-charging sites at up to 30 Australian supermarkets over two years. The first site in Melbourne has four bays using two Kempower dual-plug chargers delivering up to 200kW.
Tesla plans four-stall expansion of Australian Supercharger site
Tesla plans to expand its Euroa Supercharger site in Victoria from six to 10 stalls, install V4 charging technology and add CCTV. Council consultation is open until 11 August, with a decision expected later in 2026.
Smartcar links six Volkswagen Group EV brands to charging services
Smartcar has launched a live integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG covering six brands across more than 20 European markets. Its API provides charging data and remote start/stop controls for smart-charging, demand-response and energy-rewards services.
Einride to acquire Flipturn and expand heavy-duty EV charging network
Einride will acquire charging and energy-management software company Flipturn for $38.4 million in stock. The deal adds more than 250MW of charging capacity and strengthens Einride’s integrated software and charging offering for electric heavy-duty freight.
Australia Post to expand electric delivery fleet with A$40.5m grant
Australia Post will use a A$40.5 million federal grant to expand its electric delivery fleet, including vans, rigid trucks and prime movers. The investment will also fund depot chargepoints and electrical upgrades, with the rollout expected to cut diesel use by about one million litres annually.
Perth completes Australia’s largest electric-bus depot upgrade
Perth’s Karrinyup bus depot has added 56 dual chargers and 112 plugs, supporting 53 electric buses and planned expansion to 110. The upgrade is part of a A$250 million programme expanding electric-bus infrastructure across the city.
Tesla opens first 1.2MW Megacharger station for Semi electric trucks
Tesla has opened its first Megacharger station in Bloomington, California, with six drive-through stalls capable of delivering up to 1.2MW each for Semi electric trucks. The company says the network will initially focus on major routes and depots.
Victorian government launches electric heavy vehicle trial
The Victorian government has launched the $1.5 million Victorian Electric Heavy Vehicle Trial, which has enabled freight operators to trial electric heavy vehicles, charging infrastructure, driver training and maintenance at no cost to participants apart from charging.
Here Technologies and JLR expand EV charging integration
Here Technologies and JLR have expanded an integration linking Here's EV Charge Point with eMSPs, providing real-time charger availability and compatibility data for JLR PHEV and BEV models, across the UK and Europe with roll-out to Australia and New Zealand.
Zenobē delivers first electric prime mover in Australia
Zenobē has delivered its first electric prime mover to Winning Group under an EVaaS contract and has financed and leased a Mercedes‑Benz eActros 300, with charging infrastructure installed at Kemps Creek.
Grid capacity emerges as key constraint for fleet EV charging
EV charging infrastructure planning is increasingly being shaped by grid capacity rather than charger speed, with NRMA’s Peter Burke highlighting load management, equipment selection and battery storage as tools for managing constrained sites.
State awards recognise shared EV battery architectures
State awards have recognised joint projects that have standardised battery thermal management, ultra-fast charging compatibility and redundant chassis engineering, and have enabled deployment of high-power charging and flash-charging vehicles.
South Australia opens major electric bus charging hub
South Australia has commissioned its first major electric-bus charging hub at Morphettville, with 60 chargers and an A$9m upgrade to support 60 battery buses; the rollout has been projected to reduce emissions by about 4,500 tonnes annually.
CATL Choco-SEB network reaches 2,000 stations
CATL has announced that its Choco-SEB battery swap network has reached 2,000 operational stations across 31 provinces and 180 cities, has expanded highway construction and Hong Kong deployments, and has set a 3,000-station target for year-end 2026.
Tesla deploys 500 kW V4 superchargers in Norway
Tesla has commissioned folding 500 kW V4 superchargers in Norway and has deployed 28 stalls, and has reported reduced transport trips, lower costs and faster on-site assembly to accelerate rollout of high‑power charging infrastructure.
Blink Charging webinar outlines fleet electrification deployment strategies
Blink Charging will host a webinar on fleet electrification, covering charging-infrastructure planning, site assessments, duty-cycle considerations, utility coordination, costs and phased deployment.
Australia's EV fast-charging network distribution
An analysis has shown that Australia’s public charging network has concentrated fast chargers in NSW and Victoria, has left substantial geographic gaps in WA, SA and the Northern Territory, and has largely covered major coastal corridors.
Renault refreshes Megane E-Tech with larger battery and V2G
Renault’s refreshed Megane E-Tech gains a larger LFP battery, 500km WLTP range, faster charging, V2L and market-dependent V2G. Renault Australia expects the updated electric car to arrive in the first half of 2027.
NSW commits $6.5bn for electric buses and depots
New South Wales government has committed $6.5 billion over ten years to procure at least 1,700 electric buses and construct 17 charging depots, and has included a $561.4 million transport affordability package in the state budget.
Zijin builds electric haul trucks with swappable batteries
Zijin Mining has deployed about 300 self-built LK220E electric haul trucks with swappable 776 kWh batteries, has trialled fast-charge and automated swapping systems, and has reported reduced energy use and high operational uptime at several mine sites.
Leapmotor unveils higher-range C10 electric SUV with faster charging
Leapmotor has unveiled the 2026 C10 Design Long-Range electric SUV in Australia, with an 81.9kWh battery, 800V architecture, 180kW charging and up to 510km of WLTP range, while retaining the existing price.
Tesla reaches 1,000 Supercharger stalls in Australia
Tesla has opened its 1,000th Supercharger stall at Byron Bay and has increased Australia's total to over 1,000 fast-charging stalls, and has reinforced its global network of more than 82,000 stalls.
Electric-truck adoption depends on infrastructure and operating conditions
Executives at the 2026 IAA Media Summit said electric trucks are commercially ready in some applications, but deployment depends on reliable charging and supporting infrastructure. South Africa’s long routes, energy insecurity and uneven infrastructure present particular challenges.
BYD builds 6,682 flash chargers across China
BYD has installed 6,682 flash chargers in 321 Chinese cities with 1,500 kW connectors and has set a 20,000‑charger target for 2026; international roll‑out and vehicle compatibility have been cited as constraints.
BYD launches electric Great Tang crossover in China from $35,500
BYD has launched the electric Great Tang crossover in China, with a 1,000V architecture, Blade Battery packs of up to 130.15kWh and claimed ranges of up to 950km. Its flash-charging system can replenish the battery from 10% to 70% in five minutes.
Inspiration Mobility acquires Electrada assets to expand fleet electrification
Inspiration Mobility has acquired Electrada’s team, project pipeline, charging-depot development capabilities, intellectual property and energy-management software to expand turnkey electrification services for US commercial fleets.
China targets 40% new-energy heavy truck share by 2030
Chinese authorities have released an implementation plan targeting 40% market penetration of new-energy heavy-duty trucks by 2030, with a fleet of over 1.6 million units; it has outlined 3,000-plus charging and swapping stations and financial support to aid deployment.
BYD launches UK flash charger and plans 300 installations by end-2026
BYD has demonstrated its first UK flash-charging station in Uxbridge and plans to install 300 such chargers by the end of 2026. The company also handed over its 100,000th UK car, although its claimed 5% market share is disputed.
Australian freight start-up to deploy 20 electric prime movers
New Energy Transport has announced plans to deploy 20 electric prime movers and six mobile ultra-fast chargers, after securing $5 million in equity; it has targeted operations before year-end and a Wilton charging hub has been planned for later completion.
Tesla deploys foldable Superchargers in Europe to speed site roll-outs
Tesla has sent its first pre-assembled folding Supercharger units to Europe. The system can transport up to 16 stalls per truck, with the company claiming 20% lower costs and installation times twice as fast.
Xiaomi Auto unveils home charging robotic arm
Xiaomi Auto has announced a home charging robotic arm, saying it will reach the market in Q4 2026 and that demonstration footage has shown production-ready features including automatic plug/unplug and remote initiation.
RACV to trial mobile DC fast charger for stranded EV drivers
RACV will fit a 20kW mobile DC fast charger to a Melbourne roadside-assistance van, responding to rising EV breakdown callouts in Victoria. The trial will assess demand and operational performance before a potential wider rollout.
Canola-oil generator restores EV charging on Australia’s Nullarbor route
A 50kW canola-oil-powered Biofil unit has been installed at Mundrabilla roadhouse to improve unreliable EV charging on Western Australia’s Eyre Highway. The temporary solution follows extended outages and slow charging at existing off-grid sites.
Home charging emerges as key to cost-effective fleet electrification
An ARENA-backed Jet Charge trial found that more than 80% of fleet EVs are kept at drivers’ homes overnight. It says managed home-charging services can address installation, safety, compliance and cost concerns for Australian fleets.
Australian regulator consults on waiver for 300 kerbside EV chargers
The Australian Energy Regulator is consulting on Essential Energy’s proposed ring-fencing waiver to install and lease 300 pole-mounted EV chargers across regional, rural and remote New South Wales.
BYD deploys 1,500 kW flash charger in Germany
BYD has opened a 1,500 kW flash-charging station in Germany and has announced plans to deploy 3,000 ultra-fast sites across Europe by end-2026; it has also expanded its domestic flash-charger network and has reported rising new-energy vehicle sales.
EU endorses zero-emission truck charging roadmaps
EU ministers have endorsed two roadmaps under the Clean Transport Corridor Initiative and have identified priority infrastructure and investment needs for zero-emission truck charging along the Scandinavian–Mediterranean and North Sea–Baltic TEN-T corridors; the Commission has published updated project mapping.
Tesla adds car vacuum at German Supercharger site
Tesla has installed a car vacuum beside V4 Supercharger stalls at a German site, alongside a solar canopy and customer lounge, adding new amenities to its EV charging network.
Victorian inquiry backs smarter EV charging and vehicle-to-grid integration
A Victorian parliamentary inquiry says electric vehicles can support Australia’s power system through smart charging, vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home technology. It recommends improved charging access, tariffs, standards and planning as battery-electric sales grow.
NSW seeks projects for heavy EV charging and fuel security
The New South Wales government has opened an EoI for projects over A$100 million and has sought proposals that have addressed fuel security, including renewable fuels and heavy electric-vehicle charging hubs, to lessen diesel reliance and strengthen resilience.
Alpine Energy launches mobile vehicle-to-vehicle EV charging platform
Australian firm Alpine Energy has unveiled the MGEN M40, a mobile 40kW DC charging platform designed to deliver emergency and remote EV charging. The prototype supports CCS2 and CHAdeMO connections, OCPP telemetry and 4G/LTE connectivity.
Kempower launches flexible CCS and megawatt charger for heavy-duty fleets
Kempower has launched the Mega Satellite Flex, a dispenser supporting CCS charging up to 560kW and MCS charging up to 1.2MW. The system is designed to support the transition to megawatt charging for heavy-duty fleets and will go on sale in North America and Europe in July.
Peninsula Clean Energy installs 92 EV chargers
Peninsula Clean Energy has installed 92 EV chargers at a 179-unit affordable housing development and has expanded its EV Ready programme to more than 2,500 charging ports, about two thirds of which have been placed at multifamily housing.
Amber expands Australian V2G pilot to more than 1,000 EVs
Amber Electric will use A$13.6 million in additional government funding to expand its vehicle-to-grid and smart-charging pilot by 950 customers, bringing participation above 1,000 EVs and doubling the number of smart chargers to 2,000.
Pionix to supply EVerest software for Tritium chargers
Pionix has agreed to supply its EVerest open-source software stack to Tritium, and the first chargers running the stack have been scheduled for customer delivery this summer.
San Francisco school district to deploy 104 electric buses with V2G
San Francisco Unified School District has purchased 104 electric school buses from Zum, supported by bidirectional charging infrastructure. Deployment is planned by August 2026, with the fleet expected to return about 3GWh of energy to the local grid annually during peak periods.