Dublin to become home of largest Passive House development in Europe. The homes are designed to reduce heating costs by around 40% while maintaining a constant temperature of 20 degrees. smarterfutur.es/3B7mN8n

Chinese EV giant BYD now employs more than 900,000 people. Amongst that are nearly 110,000 technology and R&D staff. The total headcount makes BYD the largest employer among more than 5,300 companies listed on the Chinese mainland stock exchanges. smarterfutur.es/3TwdiWD

EVs take a 29.4% market share in the UK - an increase from the same time last year. smarterfutur.es/3B7R1Is

There are now more electric cars than petrol vehicles on Norway’s roads. smarterfutur.es/4gtLj3G

The first electric concrete truck mixer in Australia is currently undergoing trials in Melbourne. smarterfutur.es/4eKUOKn

The BYD SHARK plug-in PHEV ute goes on sale in Australia from October 29th. It does 0-60 mph in 5.7s. A 29.5kWh battery returns impressive fuel economy, as well as the ability to send power to electric appliances - both on work sites or weekends away. smarterfutur.es/4egXBuY

Sydney ferry fleet to go fully electric, with first EV ferry on the harbour in 2026. smarterfutur.es/3MXUQlY

Fortescue Metals will invest $4 billion for hundreds of giant electric haul trucks, electric dozers and electric excavators. Its new 6MW EV fast charger will also charge the huge 1.9 MWh batteries for the massive 240 tonne EV haul trucks in just 30 mins. smarterfutur.es/4eGerDe

The UK’s last coal-fired power plant will close this month, ending a 142-year era of Britain burning coal to generate electricity. The UK’s coal-power phaseout is internationally significant. It’s the first major economy – and the first G7 member – to achieve this milestone.

In 2025, MG will launch its first solid-state battery electric car. The battery should be cheaper and faster to charge. Estimated charging speed is expected to be 400km in 12 minutes using a fast charger. smarterfutur.es/47X5RxQ

Pivotal’s ‘Helix’ is an all-electric, vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. Electric aircraft from a number of companies are coming soon. They’ll be used as air taxis, air ambulances and commuter aircraft.

Norway's car sales by powertrain, from 2011 to now. Graphic by Eyvind Aven

Are some European automakers overcharging for their EV cars? The Fiat 500e is priced at an almost €12,000 premium to the standard Fiat 500, despite only having around €3,000 worth of batteries in it.

GM will start making money on EVs this year, says CEO. GM CEO Mary Barra insists the company is still phasing out internal combustion engine vehicles in the US by 2035. smarterfutur.es/4f90ttQ

Australian supermarket Coles and recycling companies add electric prime movers to their fleets. smarterfutur.es/4fztAqp

French revolution: cyclists now outnumber motorists In Paris. smarterfutur.es/48V1GD3

Electrified models account for almost one-in-three cars made in the UK.

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