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Polestar Launches 5 Grand Tourer With $171000 Entry Price
Polestar 5, the brand’s flagship electric Grand Tourer, debuts in Australia with 800V charging, up to 670 km range, and dual-motor power up to 650 kW. Orders…
Tesla Launches New Public Charging Feature For EV Owners
Tesla has launched MultiPass, letting owners charge at non-Tesla stations using just the Tesla app or key card—set to simplify EV charging worldwide.
Chinese Brand Dongfeng Forthing To Launch EVs In Australia This Year
Dongfeng’s Forthing brand is set for an Australian launch in 2025 with the Friday SUV, targeting BYD Atto 3 buyers with EV and hybrid options.
2026 Deepal E07 Price and Specs: Multitruck is Australia's First Transformer Electric Vehicle
Deepal E07 Multitruck is Australia's First Transformer Electric Vehicle. We breakdown the prices and specs of this unqiue vehicle
BYD Atto 2: Smallest And Cheapest BYD SUV Cleared For Australian Sale
The BYD Atto 2 has gained Australian approval, with a sub-$40K price, 300km range, and family SUV practicality expected before year’s end.
Aussie Last-Mile Giant Beats EV Targets With 100+ Fleet
ANC has expanded its electric fleet to 111 vehicles, nearly two years ahead of schedule under Project Spark. The EVs have already delivered 340,000…
BMW Unveils 2026 iX3 Electric SUV Ahead Of Aussie Launch
The all-new 2026 BMW iX3 debuts on a dedicated EV platform with 805 km range, 400 kW fast charging, a panoramic 43-inch display, and BMW’s next-gen “Neue…
Nissan Ariya Arrives In Australia With Free Onboard Charger Upgrade
The Nissan Ariya has landed in Australia with a launch bonus, the first 400 buyers get a free 22 kW AC charger. Priced from $55,840, the EV SUV offers up to…
Tesla Confirms Pricing For 2026 Model Y Performance For Australia
Tesla opens orders for the 2026 Model Y Performance in Australia, priced from $89,400 before on-road costs.
Polestar 3 Breaks Guinness Record for EV SUV Range
Polestar 3 sets a Guinness World Record, driving 935 km on a single charge in the UK — a new benchmark for electric SUVs
90% Charge, Longer Life: Why Tesla’s New Battery Is a Milestone for EVs
Tesla’s new nickel-based battery tech allows daily charging to 90%, cutting degradation with a breakthrough cathode doping process.
Geely Offers New Sales Package Wtih EX5 To Boost Sales in Australia
Geely is stepping up its game in Australia by introducing a new ownership package for its first local model, the EX5 electric SUV.
Sydney To Get 151 New Electric Buses
NSW has ordered 151 new electric buses for Sydney, lifting total purchases since 2023 to 921. Upgraded depots at Leichhardt and Kingsgrove will support the…
Mazda 6e Electric Sedan Touches Down in Australia Ahead of Likely 2026 Launch
The Mazda 6e has been spotted testing in Melbourne ahead of its expected Australian launch. The sleek electric sedan, known as the EZ-6 in China, hints at…
Hyundai Australia Unveils Comprehensive 7-Year Unlimited Kilometre Warranty
Hyundai Australia Unveils Comprehensive 7-Year Unlimited Kilometre Warranty
Student-built EV crosses 3K KM in Australia to win 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge
Hong Kong’s Sophie 8X, a student-built solar EV, has won the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge Cruiser class, completing the 3,000 km Darwin–Adelaide race…
Australia Eyes EV-Only Roads in Push for Green Transport
Australia’s top scientists are urging the government to phase out diesel, with a new ATSE report calling for a rapid shift to EVs across transport, mining…
Tesla Unveils New Top-Spec Model Y With Faster Performance And Sharper Handling
Tesla has unveiled the 2026 Model Y Performance, its quickest SUV yet with 0–100 km/h in 3.5s, 580 km range, adaptive suspension, and premium upgrades — Europe…
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BYD Shark 6 Drive-Away Offer Saves Buyers Thousands
The BYD Shark 6 is now available Australia-wide for $59,400 drive-away, saving buyers up to $3,000. With over 11,600 sales in 2025, it’s Australia’s…
Tesla Rolls Out Full Self Driving In Right-Hand Drive Markets
Tesla has launched Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in Australia and New Zealand — the first right-hand-drive rollout. Priced at $10,100 with a 30-day free…
Volvo ES90: Australia’s First Electric Volvo Sedan Arrives
Volvo’s new ES90, arriving in Australia from 2026, blends sedan elegance with SUV practicality — offering 554km range, ultra-fast charging, and cutting-edge…
BYD U9 Hypercar Shatters EV Speed Record At 472.4 km/h
BYD’s Yangwang U9 Track Edition has smashed records in Germany, hitting 472.41 km/h to become the world’s fastest EV — eclipsing the Rimac Nevera and…
Nio Firefly Approved In Australia As First EV With Battery Swapping
Nio’s Firefly hatchback has been approved for sale in Australia, set to rival Mini and Smart EVs — with its unique battery-swap tech poised to reshape the…
Nissan ARIYA Undercuts Toyota BZ4X & Subaru Solterra with 504km Range, 22kW Charging, 10 Year Warranty
Nissan ARIYA Undercuts Toyota BZ4X & Subaru Solterra with 504km Range, 22kW Charging, 10 Year Warranty
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