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Chery Q EV Confirmed for New Zealand, Could Australia Be Next?
The Chery Q EV has been confirmed for New Zealand with a 2027 launch target. Given that NZ models typically follow in Australia, here's what we know about the…
Omoda Jaecoo EOFY Offers 2026: Jaecoo J5 EV and J7 SHS PHEV Deals
Omoda Jaecoo is offering EOFY deals until 30 June 2026. The Jaecoo J5 EV stays at $36,990 drive-away and the J7 SHS PHEV gets a $3,000 bonus.
Suzuki e VITARA Pricing Confirmed for Australia: From $46,990 Drive-Away
Suzuki confirms pricing for the all-new e VITARA in Australia. The electric SUV starts from $46,990 drive-away for the Motion and $56,990 for the Ultra…
Chery’s Wild New 7-Seat SUV Turns Into A Ute — Australia Next?
The 2026 Chery Tiggo V has been revealed as a seven-seat SUV that can convert into a ute-like cargo hauler. PHEV power and Australia potential make it one to…
BYD’s Huge New Electric SUV Scores 30,000 Orders in 24 Hours
BYD’s new flagship electric SUV, the Great Tang (Datang), has attracted 30,000 pre-orders in 24 hours. With luxury seating, up to 950km claimed range and…
BYD Atto 5 Coming to Australia in 2027? Bigger, Flash Charging, RWD
The BYD Atto 5 is heading to New Zealand in 2027, and Australia could be next. Here's everything we know about the bigger, rear-wheel drive alternative to the…
EV FBT Exemption: Who's Benefiting from the Tax Break?
New ATO data shows who's benefitting from EV novated leases, nearly one in three earn over $190,000 a year. Australia's EV fringe benefits tax exemption has…
MINI Cooper SE Paul Smith Edition Arrives in Australia from $60,990
MINI Australia has launched the Paul Smith Edition, starting with the all-electric Cooper SE from $60,990 before on-road costs. Here is what you need to know.
2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS: Seven-Seat PHEV SUV Confirmed for Australia
The 2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS is a seven-seat plug-in hybrid SUV arriving in Australia in Q3 2026. It uses a 1.5-litre turbo engine with three electric motors…
Hyundai Ioniq V: China-First Electric Sedan, Coming to Australia?
Hyundai has unveiled the Ioniq V at the 2026 Beijing Motor Show. The China-first electric sedan could expand to Australia and Southeast Asia if its China…
2026 Leapmotor B05 Approved for Sale in Australia
The 2026 Leapmotor B05 has been approved for sale in Australia. Here is how it compares to the BYD Dolphin, MG4 EV Urban and MG4 EV on price, range and specs.
Porsche’s wild new electric Cayenne Coupe arrives with 850kW power
Porsche has revealed the 2026 Cayenne Coupe Electric with up to 850kW, 669km range and Australian pricing confirmed. New Tesla Model X rival now on sale.
BYD’s next electric sports car Denza Z spied ahead of imminent launch
BYD’s Denza Z electric sports car has been spotted undisguised ahead of launch. Convertible styling, Nürburgring testing and new tech hint at a serious EV…
New EV Brands Coming to Australia
A growing list of new EV and PHEV brands are heading to Australia. Here are the brands confirmed or expected to launch, what models they are bringing, and when.
Victoria Moves to Cut EV Charging Costs and Remove Barriers to Rollout
Victoria has released its EV Charging Regulatory Statement, outlining steps to lower charging costs, speed up connections and unlock vehicle-to-grid technology…
New BMW 7 Series: Electric and Hybrid Models Revealed with Neue Klasse Tech
BMW has revealed the updated 7 Series with new electric and plug-in hybrid variants. The i7 now offers over 720 km of range using sixth-generation eDrive…
CATL Unveils Next Generation Fast Charging Batteries at 2026 Tech Day: 3,000kW Output and 350Wh/kg Condensed Battery
CATL launched the 3rd-gen Qilin NCM and Shenxing LFP batteries at its 2026 Tech Day. Here is what changed, how they compare, and where BYD's Blade 2.0 fits in.
2027 Hyundai Ioniq 3 confirmed for Australia as new affordable EV hatch rival
2027 Hyundai Ioniq 3 electric hatchback revealed and locked in for Australia. New MG4 and BYD Dolphin rival could start in the $40,000 range.
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NSW Reveals Interactive Tourism Map Designed For EV drivers
NSW has launched EVenturemap, a free EV charging map that helps drivers find chargers, cafes, attractions and amenities across regional New South Wales.
2026 GWM Haval H6GT Hi4 PHEV: Updated Interior, New AWD System and $52,990 Price
The 2026 GWM Haval H6GT PHEV gets a new Hi4 AWD system, a redesigned interior with Coffee OS, and a $1,000 price cut to $52,990 driveaway.
NSW 'Right to Charge' Law: What It Means for Apartment EV Owners
NSW's proposed Right to Charge law could let apartment owners install EV chargers without strata approval. Here's what sections 132D and 132E mean for you.
2026 MG4 Urban Unveiled in China Ahead of Beijing Auto Show
SAIC has unveiled the 2026 MG4 Urban in China ahead of the Beijing Auto Show. Here is what is new and what it means for Australia.
Updated 2027 Genesis GV60: Price, Specs and Key Updates
The 2027 Genesis GV60 arrives in Australia in June 2026 with a new $88,300 entry price, 561km range, and a redesigned interior. Here is everything you need to…
BYD Atto 3 Gets Flash Charging and 630 km Range in China
BYD's updated Yuan Plus (Atto 3) has been listed in China with flash charging, up to 630 km CLTC range, and a bigger body. Here's what we know.
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