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Nissan Reveals New SUV-Style Leaf Ahead of 2026 Australian Launch
Due in Australia sometime in 2026, the third-generation Leaf takes on a sleeker, more upright design with clear SUV influence.
BMW And Geely Clash In Heated Trademark Battle
Geely’s newest electric SUV, the EX5, may be facing a name change not long after arriving in Australia—thanks to a legal challenge from BMW.
Tesla Surges To Highest Aussie Sales In Almost A Year
Tesla has made a strong comeback in May 2025, reporting 3,897 deliveries across Australia—its best monthly result this year.
MG 4 Prices to Increase from July 1
MG’s smallest electric car are set to increase from 1 July 2025, with drive-away costs rising by up to $3000 depending on the variant.
More Tesla Superchargers Go Live in Australia With Wider Access
Tesla has added three more charging sites to its expanding supercharger network across Australia, improving access for both Tesla and non-Tesla EV owners.
BYD to deploy 15,000 megawatt EV chargers across China
China’s largest EV maker BYD has launched an ambitious megawatt charging rollout, backed by two major partnerships that aim to add 15,000 ultra-fast chargers…
Australian Tech Duo Delivers 20-Minute EV Charging for Commercial Fleets
Australian Tech Duo Delivers 20-Minute EV Charging for Commercial Fleets
MG S6 EV Approved For Australia — A Mid-Size SUV Gunning For Model Y
Government approval documents have confirmed the upcoming MG S6 EV, which is expected to launch in the first half of 2026.
BYD Caught Testing Massive Electric Van In China
We often talk about EVs like they’re all about families, fun, or fast charging — but vans like the E-Vali are where EVs will make a real dent in emissions.
Tesla Australia Goes Fast and Big: 250kW+ Multi-Bay 4, 6, 12, 15 Charger Sites While Rivals Still Install a Few, Slower Chargers at New Sites
Tesla Australia Goes Fast and Big: 250kW+ Multi-Bay 4, 6, 12, 15 Charger Sites While Rivals Still Install a Few, Slower Chargers at New Sites
BYD’s Next Ute Spied Again, New Details Suggest It Could Be Electric
New spy shots hint that this upcoming ute of BYD might go beyond plug-in hybrid — and possibly launch as a fully electric ute.
BYD Cuts EVDirect And Eagers in A Major Shakeup
Chinese EV giant BYD has officially cut ties with its long-time distributor EVDirect and ended Eagers Automotive’s exclusive retail rights.
EV Charging In NSW Gets A Major Boost
Electric vehicle drivers across New South Wales are about to get a major boost, with the state government announcing a wave of new fast and ultra-fast chargers…
BYD Sparks New Price War With Major EV Cuts
China’s top electric vehicle maker, BYD, is turning up the heat in its home market with a wave of aggressive price cuts across its electric and plug-in hybrid…
Tesla Model 3, Kia EV3 and MGS5 EV Get Big Safety Wins
Good news for Aussie EV buyers: the refreshed Tesla Model 3, Kia EV3, and new MG S5 EV have all scored top marks from ANCAP, Australia’s independent crash…
Mazda 6e Mid Size EV Nears Australia Arrival
Mazda’s electric future is starting to take shape overseas, but whether it will reach Australian roads remains to be seen.
BYD Plots Long-Range Plug-In Hybrids to Take on the REEV Market
China’s EV giant BYD is gearing up to shake up the hybrid landscape — and this time, it’s targeting the growing segment of range-extender electric vehicles…
Zeekr 7X Prices Leak Ahead Of 2026 Aussie Launch
Leaked pricing from Zeekr’s Australian Facebook community suggests the 7X will start between $65,000 and $70,000 (before on-road costs) for the standard…
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Canberra Just Got Its Biggest EV Charging Hub
Local utility ActewAGL has officially launched what it’s calling the city’s largest mixed-use EV charging hub, located right next to Turner Parklands.
Xiaomi Unleashes YU7 To Take On Premium Giants
Packed with power, cutting-edge tech, and luxury cabin features, the YU7 is a shot across the bow to both traditional automakers and EV startups.
Hyundai INSTER Australia's Most Affordable Small EV
Hyundai INSTER Australia's Most Affordable Small EV
Australia Tesla Exec Reveals Big Update On FSD Launch
According to the company’s Country Director for Australia and New Zealand, there are no regulatory hurdles preventing a local rollout of the FSD.
2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid Locked In for Australia
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) has officially been confirmed for Australia, with the sixth-generation model due to hit local showrooms in the first…
Geely’s Tiny EV Breakout Hits 200,000 Units in Just 8 Months
Just eight months after its debut, the pint-sized city car has officially passed 200,000 units produced—an impressive milestone that hints at its growing…
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