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XPeng to Launch Ultra-Fast EV Chargers in Australia
Chinese EV upstart XPeng is set to roll out its own high-powered charging stations in Australia later this year, giving EV drivers a serious new option—and a…
Key Takeaways from Shanghai Auto Show 2025
After two full days, 30,000+ steps, over 100 brands, and enough futuristic tech to make Blade Runner look outdated — here’s what stood out to me from the…
Tesla Faces New Challenge From Leapmotor B01
Leapmotor B01 electric sedan launches in China with impressive specs and value pricing, positioning itself as a Tesla competitor.
Hyundai’s Chinese EV SUV Spotted Testing in Sydney
A mystery camo-wrapped Hyundai EV spotted charging in Sydney has been identified as the 2025 Hyundai Elexio — a sleek Chinese-made electric SUV set to debut…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Recalled in Australia Over Braking Software Fault
Hyundai Australia has issued a recall for its flagship high-performance EV, the Ioniq 5 N, after identifying a software issue that could compromise braking…
Hyundai Powers Up Motorsport with Dedicated EV Fast Chargers at Sydney Motorsport Park
Hyundai is doubling down on its EV ambitions by launching a dedicated N-branded rapid charging station at Sydney Motorsport Park (SMSP), now open to all…
MGS5 EV Price Confirmed With Surprise Bonus For Early Buyers
MG Motor Australia has officially launched its newest all-electric SUV—the MGS5 EV—with pricing starting from $40,490 drive-away and deliveries set to begin as…
Geely EX5 Hits 1000 Orders In Just 2 Months
Geely’s entry into the Australian and New Zealand EV market is off to a strong start. Just a month after launching its EX5 electric SUV, the Chinese brand has…
BYD’s 1,000 kW EV Chargers Go Live in China – 400 km in 5 Minutes
Following the March reveal of its new 1,000 kW-capable Super e-Platform, BYD has now flipped the switch on its first ultra-fast charging sites in China. The…
EV Sales Skyrocket In 2025 With 29% Growth
March 2025 marked another strong month for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales, with global numbers jumping 29% year-on-year.
Volkswagen Now Owns Half Of Germany’s EV Market By Knocking Tesla Out To 8th
Every second EV sold in Germany wears a Volkswagen badge. Two out of every three electric cars registered came from German brands, showing a powerful return of…
Xiaomi’s EV Ambitions Go Global: Could Australia Be Next?
Xiaomi’s record-breaking SU7 EV is shaking up the industry. Will Australia be next? Here’s what we know about its global expansion and game-changing tech!
Tesla Slashes Cybertruck Prices By Over $A16,000
Tesla just slashed prices on its 2024 Cybertruck inventory — and the deal goes beyond discounts. Non-Foundation models are now up to $16,000 cheaper, while…
Nio’s New Hatchback Comes With Swappable Battery
Nio, has just pulled the wraps off its third sub-brand — Firefly
CATL Unveils EV Battery That Charges 520Km In 5 Minutes
Chinese battery titan CATL announced something that could shift the entire electric vehicle landscape: a new battery capable of delivering 520km of range in…
NRMA Ditches 16 Unreliable Tritium Chargers for SINEXCEL, starting at Holbrook and Jugiong
NRMA Ditches 16 Unreliable Tritium Chargers for SINEXCEL, starting at Holbrook and Jugiong
Geely’s First Aussie EV Gets Top ANCAP Safety Score
Geely EX5 gets top 5-star ANCAP rating. One of Australia's cheapest EVs proves it's big on safety too. See how it stacks up across all safety categories.
Thousands of Tesla Model Ys Are on The Way To Australia
Tesla has already shipped over 3,000 right-hand-drive 2025 Model Ys from Shanghai — and the first stop is none other than Port Kembla, NSW.
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Zeekr Drops Sharp 7 GT Wagon Under $A44,000
Zeekr is carving out space for a body style that's long overdue for an EV revival—the wagon. And not just any wagon. The newly launched Zeekr 7 GT blends…
Hyundai EV Production Hit By Weak Demand And Tariffs
Hyundai is tapping the brakes on its electric vehicle production in South Korea — again. This time, the automaker is temporarily suspending manufacturing of…
Polestar Slashes Emissions By 25% Per Car Sold in 4 Years
Polestar has just revealed a major win in its push toward climate neutrality—cutting the carbon footprint per EV sold by nearly 25%. In its latest…
Xpeng X9 Can Charge in 12 Minutes And It's Coming to Australia
Just a year after landing in Australia with its sleek, tech-loaded G6 SUV, Chinese EV brand Xpeng is getting ready to shake up another under-served segment…
EV Charger Plan Scrapped After 'Dirty Nickel' Claims
A Queensland council has shocked locals by halting its long-awaited EV charger rollout—just weeks after announcing it.
First OTR 350kW EV Fast Chargers Activated in NSW
First OTR 350kW EV Fast Chargers Activated in NSW
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