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Damion Smy
Australia's new vehicle emissions regulations delivering results, says Bowen
The first fall in emissions from the transport sector since COVID has the government claiming the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard is working.
2 Months Ago
James Wong
Hyundai's N division safe in Australia despite tougher emissions laws
Increasing pressure from NVES CO2 caps won't stop Hyundai from offering its high-performance N cars, the brand's local COO says.
2 Months Ago
William Stopford
Almost 20 auto brands missed CO2 targets in Australian Government's first NVES results
Mazda, Nissan and Subaru were among the brands that exceeded their CO2 emissions targets in 2025 under Australia's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.
2 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Automakers missing NVES emissions targets to be named and shamed in 2026
A list of the car brands facing fines for falling short of NVES targets in 2025 will be published next year.
4 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Australia no longer a dumping ground for old engines, thanks to emissions regulations – VW
The introduction of efficiency standards for new cars has helped change the landscape in Australia for the better, according to Volkswagen.
6 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Federal government announces $1.1b plan to power cars with low-carbon biofuel
A new $1.1 billion program plans to establish Australia as a world leader in fossil fuel replacements made from organic waste and canola.
7 Months Ago
William Stopford
Australia’s new emissions regulations are poorly thought out, says local car brand boss
The distributor of some of Australia's smallest, most economical vehicles has criticised the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard for a litany of reasons.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Polestar boss says new Australian emissions regulations 'didn't kill the weekend'
The boss of electric vehicle brand Polestar says new emissions laws “didn’t kill the weekend” despite “scaremongering” from opponents.
10 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Polestar boss rejects Mitsubishi CEO’s claims on new Australian emissions regulations
Polestar says ‘scaremongering’ comments won’t diminish the importance of Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.
10 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
Australian car industry reacts to proposed axing of new-vehicle emissions penalties
Australia's peak auto industry body has renewed calls for a new-vehicle emissions target rethink, as the EV lobby criticises a watering-down.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Peter Dutton to kill new vehicle emissions penalties if elected
Peter Dutton has announced plans to revoke fines for carmakers under Australia's emissions regulations should his party take government.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Opposition to axe government's new-car emissions fines – report
Peter Dutton will reportedly repeal penalties for carmakers who sell vehicles which exceed new emissions targets.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Australian Government set to make crucial change to emissions regulations
Proposed changes to the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard could mean better protection for Australia's car dealers.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
EV brand urges Australian Government to "stay the course" on new emissions rules
A few months of EV sales declines isn't cause to scrap new federal emissions regulations, argues Polestar's local boss.
1 Year Ago
Jack Quick
GWM set to 'thrive' amid tightening Australian emissions regulations
GWM is launching a bevy of plug-in hybrids in Australia this year, and with its hybrid-heavy lineup it believes it'll thrive amid the NVES.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Car brands face $2.8 billion bill under new emissions regulations - peak body
Carmakers could have to pay a total of $2.8 billion in fines in four years for not meeting the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.
1 Year Ago