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BYD Australia Confirms Charging Harness Fix for Atto 3 Tesla Supercharger Compatibility Issues
BYD Australia Confirms Charging Harness Fix for Atto 3 Tesla Supercharger Compatibility Issues
Xiaomi’s Electric Cars Edge Closer To Australian Market
Xiaomi will launch its first EVs in Europe by 2027, with Australia expected to follow soon after — positioning the tech giant to challenge BYD and MG in the…
Why Plug-In-Hybrids Are Surging In Australia Against Global Trends?
Plug-in hybrids are surging in Australia, now making up one in four EV sales as utes and SUVs drive demand — sparking debate over whether PHEVs are a stepping…
Xpeng G6 Gets 2026 Refresh With Major Updates Ahead Of Aussie Launch
Xpeng launches the updated 2025 G6 electric SUV in Thailand with ultra-fast 12-minute charging, smarter driving tech, and refined design — paving the way for a…
Chinese Electric Ute Heads To Work In Australian Mines
The JAC T9 EV ute begins a six-month mining trial in Australia, testing battery durability, performance, and fleet integration as electric workhorses gain…
Polestar 2 Upgraded With Bigger Battery And Longer Range
Polestar launches the 2026 Polestar 2 in Australia with longer range, faster charging, upgraded tech, and fresh design tweaks — all at unchanged pricing.
Australia Post Adds 36 New Electric Vans To Delivery Fleet
Australia Post adds 36 Mercedes-Benz eVito vans to its fleet in its largest electric van trial yet, powered by 100% renewable energy to cut emissions and boost…
Tesla Model Y L Six-Seater Launches In China, Third Row Slammed As “Abysmal”
Victoria backs 16 startups with equity-free funding through the CivVic EnergyTech Challenge, boosting EV charging, smart batteries, and clean energy solutions…
Victoria Backs EV Charging Startups To Drive Innovation
Victoria backs 16 startups with equity-free funding through the CivVic EnergyTech Challenge, boosting EV charging, smart batteries, and clean energy solutions…
Tesla’s New 6-Seater Model Y Reportedly Hits 40,000 Orders In A Day
Tesla’s new Model Y L 6-seater SUV debuts in China with up to 751 km range, more space, and premium features — securing nearly 40,000 orders on day one and…
Most Australians Open To EVs, But Hybrids Still Lead
A new survey shows 52% of Australian drivers are considering EVs or hybrids by 2030, but hybrids remain the preferred stepping stone as cost and charging…
Geely Auto Australia Joins Forces With Autosports Group
Geely Auto Australia expands its footprint with Autosports Group, opening a new Sydney showroom on 18 August as part of its rapid push to become a mainstream…
Finally! Major Upgrade for NRMA Gundagai & Goulburn Charger Sites, Tesla Provides Alternatives Nearby
Finally! Major Upgrade for NRMA Gundagai & Goulburn Charger Sites, Tesla Provides Alternatives Nearby
XPeng P7 Sets EV Endurance Record With Nearly 4,000 Km In 24 Hours
Xpeng’s new P7 electric sedan has set a global endurance record, covering 3,961 km in 24 hours, showcasing its efficiency, 800V fast-charging tech, and strong…
Tesla Revives Free Lifetime Supercharging For New Model 3 Buyers
Tesla has revived lifetime free Supercharging for new Model 3 buyers in Canada, covering both Canada and the US — a throwback to early Tesla perks once offered…
Australian EV Sales Jump 63% To All-Time High
Australia’s EV sales hit a record 29,244 in Q2 2025, up 63.3% from Q1, with BEVs reaching 9.3% market share and medium SUVs leading the shift away from petrol…
Zeekr 7X Racks Up 1,000 Orders In First Week In Australia
Zeekr’s new 7X SUV has drawn over 1,000 pre-orders in its first week, offering Australia’s fastest EV charging, premium features, and deliveries starting…
NRMA EV Charging Team Overnight Crane 9 Tonne Battery To Enable Crows Nest DC Fast Charger Site
NRMA EV Charging Team Overnight Crane 9 Tonne Battery To Enable Crows Nest DC Fast Charger Site
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VW Adds New EV Variants And Pricing For Australia
Volkswagen Australia has announced full pricing for the ID.4 and ID.5 electric SUVs, with new Pro variants from $59,990 and GTX models offering sportier…
Honda’s First Australian EV Set For 2026 Launch, But What Is It?
Honda Australia will launch its first EV in late 2026, with the e:Ny1 electric SUV tipped as the frontrunner ahead of other global Honda models like the…
Tesla Unveils Longest Range Model Ever With New Battery
Tesla has launched a new single-motor Model 3 in China with up to 830km CLTC range, faster acceleration, and advanced LG-supplied battery tech — though…
Australian Government Mulls National EV Road-User Charge
Australia is exploring a national road-user charge to replace falling fuel tax revenue, with a federal-led scheme under discussion as EV adoption accelerates.
BYD Introduces Long-Range Sealion 6 PHEV For Aussie Market
BYD’s 2026 Sealion 6 PHEV gains a new Extended Range model with 140km EV-only range, updated trim options, and pricing from $42,990 in Australia.
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