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2026 GWM Ora 5: BYD Atto 3 Rival Likely Headed for Australia
Meet the Ora 5, GWM's first electric SUV designed for global markets. Explore its competitive edge against BYD Atto 3 and MG S5 in our latest update.
2026 Hyundai Elexio Confirmed for Australia as Mid-Size Electric SUV
The 2026 Hyundai Elexio is officially confirmed for Australia, giving buyers a new mid-size electric SUV option between the Kona Electric and Ioniq 5. Learn…
Next-Generation Polestar 2 Confirmed
Polestar 2 is officially getting a next-generation update and it won’t get a name change. Learn when the new Polestar 2 will launch, what design changes are…
South Korea's First Electric Ute Approved For Sale In Australia
KGM’s Musso EV ute has been approved for Australia, offering RWD and AWD variants with up to 430 km range, fast charging, and 1,800 kg towing — marking a new…
AGL Launches Landmark Vehicle-To-Grid Trial In Australia
AGL has launched Australia’s first large-scale Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) trial with Hyundai, Kia, BYD and Zeekr, turning EVs into “batteries on wheels” to cut…
NOX Energy Secures $1.51m ARENA Funding For Nationwide Strata EV Charging Rollout
NOX Energy will install nearly 2,000 Intelligent Power Sockets in Australian apartments with $1.51m ARENA funding, making EV charging affordable and fair for…
Tesla Model Y Circles Australia With 13,500 km Of FSD Supervised
A Tesla Model Y has become the first car to circumnavigate Australia using Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised, covering 13,577 km in 11 days with over 99.9%…
Australia’s First EV Subscription With Vehicle-To-Grid Tech Launches
Origin will launch Australia’s first vehicle-to-grid trial in 2026, offering BYD EVs, StarCharge bi-directional chargers, and free home charging — turning cars…
BYD U9 Xtreme Hypercar Hits 496 km/h, Sets World Speed Record
BYD’s Yangwang U9 Xtreme hypercar hits 496 km/h and laps the Nürburgring in under 7 minutes, setting new EV performance records with a 2,200 kW quad-motor…
2026 GWM Ora Price and Specs: Fresh Updates And New Battery
The 2026 GWM Ora arrives in Australia with a new 57.7kWh LFP battery, longer range, app connectivity, V2L power, and subtle design tweaks, while keeping its…
Australia Invests $40 Million To Expand EV Charging Network
The Albanese Government is investing $40m to expand kerbside and fast EV charging across suburbs and regional towns, aiming to cut transport emissions, lower…
Uber Eyes Self-Driving In Australia Following Tesla FSD Launch
Autonomous cars could debut in Australia by 2026 and feature at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, with regulators crafting strict laws to balance safety, cost, and…
Plug-in Hybrids’ Real Emissions Five Times Higher Than Claims
A new European study finds plug-in hybrids emit five times more CO₂ on the road than in official tests, raising doubts about their role in EU climate targets…
Tesla Officially Launches Self-Driving In Australia And New Zeland
Tesla rolls out Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised in Australia and New Zealand, but only newer Model 3 and Model Y owners with Hardware 4 get access, leaving…
Zeekr 7X Test Drives Kick Off October 6 In Australia
Zeekr’s 7X electric SUV arrives in Australia from October 2025, priced from $57,900. With up to 615 km range, 450 kW ultra-fast charging, and premium tech, it…
Geely Starray EM-i Hybrid SUV Officially Launches In Australia
Geely launches the Starray EM-i plug-in hybrid SUV in Australia, priced from $37,490. Up to 83km EV range, 943km total range, V2L, and 7-year warranty. First…
Volkswagen Leading the Way in V2G and V2H Bidirectional Charging in Australia?
Volkswagen’s ID.4, ID.5 and ID.Buzz are the first mass-market EVs in Australia ready for V2G and V2H bidirectional charging.
Leapmotor C10 AWD Approved For Australia
Leapmotor’s C10 AWD SUV has passed ADR compliance, clearing the way for an Australian launch. The dual-motor EV offers 1500kg towing, 200mm ground clearance…
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GAC Aion V Electric SUV Approved For Sale In Australia
GAC’s first EV for Australia, the Aion V, arrives in 2025 with up to 480km WLTP range, 180kW fast charging, and pricing under $45K. The mid-size SUV will rival…
Tesla Upgrades Fleet Safety With Vision System
Tesla’s latest OTA update integrates Tesla Vision into airbag deployment, making crash responses faster and more precise. The update also expands drowsiness…
BYD Sealion 8 Hybrid SUV Caught Testing On Aussie Roads
The BYD Sealion 8, the brand’s largest SUV, has been spotted testing in Australia ahead of its 2026 launch. Offering seven seats, up to 200km EV range, and…
GWM Finally Debuts Electric SUV With Ora Cat
GWM’s Ora brand is set to expand with its first electric SUV, revealed in China. Larger than the Ora hatch, the SUV offers a 150kW motor and LFP battery…
Tesla Model Y Performance Almost Sold Out Until 2026
Tesla’s updated Model Y Performance is back in Australia, sourced from Germany and priced at $89,400. Orders surged within days, with the first shipment nearly…
2026 Leapmotor B05 Unveiled To Take On MG 4 And BYD Dolphin
Leapmotor has revealed the B05 electric hatchback, a Corolla-sized MG 4 and BYD Dolphin rival. Built in Spain with 800V tech and up to 434 km range, it’s due…
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