Australian EV News

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Octopus V2G

Almost 50% of Aussies Want To Use EVs As Home Batteries, NRMA research

Almost 50% Aussies want to use EVs as home batteries. With V2G tech, EV owners could earn hundreds selling power back to the grid. Find out how it works.

Zeekr X
Zeekr

What Zeekr Electric Cars Are Coming To Australia?

Zeekr’s premium EVs, the Zeekr X, 7X, and 009, are set to launch in Australia in 2025. Discover top-tier performance, luxury, and cutting-edge tech at…

V2G trial

Australian Roadmap for Bidirectional EV Charging Released

Bidirectional EV charging is set to transform Australia’s energy landscape, cutting power bills and stabilising the grid. Discover how this game-changing tech…

electric car being charged at fast charging station

Cost to Charge an Electric Car in Australia: Everything You Need to Know (2025)

Find out how much it costs to charge an electric car with our helpful guide. Get the facts on cost to charge electric car today!

BYD Atto 3
BYD

BYD's New Self-Driving System Brings High-End Tech to Affordable EVs

BYD revolutionises EVs with "God's Eye," offering autonomous driving features in budget cars like the Seagull. Smart tech now for everyone! Discover how.

Zeekr X
Zeekr

Zeekr Eyes Major Expansion in Australia with Bold Growth Plans

Zeekr plans to sell 10,000 EVs in Australia by 2026, expanding its dealer network and launching new premium models. Can it rival Tesla? See its bold growth…

australia national ev road tax proposal

Federal Government Eyes National Road Tax for EVs

Australia may introduce a national EV road tax to replace lost fuel excise revenue. Will it slow EV adoption? Learn about the proposed per-kilometre charge now!

Skoda Elroq
Volkswagen

Skoda Elroq Australian Reveal at Everything Electric Sydney 2025

Skoda Elroq Australian Reveal at Everything Electric Sydney 2025

BYD Atto 2 front
BYD

BYD Atto 2: A Compact Electric SUV To Hit Australian Roads This Year

BYD Atto 2 debuts as a budget-friendly urban EV! With 310km range, fast charging, and smart tech, it’s set to hit UK roads in 2025—Australia could be next!

Ford F-150 being discharged
Ford

Ford F-150 Lightning Bidirectional Charging (V2G) Successfully Tested in Australia

RedEarth Eergy has successfully test one of the first bidirectional charging V2G (vehicle-to-grid) demonstrations of the Ford F-150 in Australia

AGL AC EV charger

AGL rethinks night time charger idle fees after bill shock complaint

AGL rethinks night time charger idle fees after bill shock complaint

Tesla Battery Remanufacturing at Collie, WA
Tesla

WA Government Partners with Tesla for Battery Remanufacturing Facility

WA Government Partners with Tesla for Battery Remanufacturing Facility

Zeekr 7X
Zeekr

Zeekr 7X: A New Contender in Australia’s Mid-Sized Electric SUV Market

Zeekr 7X is coming to Australia! With up to 475kW power, 780km range, and luxury tech, it’s set to rival Tesla. See specs and information about its latest…

Polestar 2 being discharged
Polestar

Polestar 2 Bidirectional Charging (V2G) Successfully Tested in Australia

RedEarth Eergy has successfully test one of the first bidirectional charging V2G (vehicle-to-grid) demonstrations of the Polestar 2 in Australia

EVX Pole Charger and BYD Atto 3

A Huge EV Charging Upgrade is Coming To Australia

Australia is adding 250 kerbside EV chargers using power poles! Backed by $2.4M from ARENA, this project makes EV charging easier. See how it benefits drivers.

Zeekr 7X

Australia’s EV Market Set for a Big 2025—Here’s What’s Coming

Australia’s EV market contines to grow, with more options than ever! New 2025 models like Tesla Model Q, Kia EV3 & LDV e-Terron are set to shake up the…

BYD Sealion 6 rear view

EVs and PHEVs Break New Sales Record in Australia

Australia surpasses 300,000 EVs and PHEVs, but EV sales dropped 18.3% in January. Hybrids surged 88.5%! See the top-selling cars and what’s driving the shift.

2025 Tesla Model Y
Tesla

2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper Refresh: A Comprehensive Guide Of Every Improvement

Tesla has launched the updated 2025 Tesla Model Y aka Project Juniper. It has received a sweeping array of updates, refining nearly every aspect of its…

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Your EV Battery May Last 40% Longer Than Experts Predicted

New Stanford study reveals EV batteries last longer in real-world driving than lab tests suggest—adding up to 300,000 km. Find out what this means for…

byd official explaining the Han L and Tan L after the debut
BYD

BYD Expands Premium EV Lineup with Han L and Tang L Debut

BYD has taken a significant step in the high-end electric vehicle segment with the debut of its latest flagship models, the Han L sedan and Tang L SUV.

Kia EV6 at fast charging station

Electric Car Incentives in Australia: State by State Guide (2025)

A breakdown and comparison of all the available EV incentives across Australia.

2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper
Tesla

Tesla’s Australian Sales Plunge to Lowest in Two Years

Tesla's sales in Australia have plummeted by 33% in January 2025, with only 739 deliveries. The decline raises concerns amid Musk's controversial political…

A red 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander parked on the roadside

PHEV Tax Break (FBT Exemption) Set to End: What Does It Means for Australian Buyers?

With the FBT exemption for PHEVs ending on April 1, 2025, businesses and employees could see increased leasing costs, hindering the growth of low-emission…

Omoda E5 EX
Omoda

Omoda E5 Sale: Under $37K RRP with Full Size Spare Tyre

Game Changer: Omoda E5 Becomes Australia's Most Affordable Electric SUV with $6,000 Price Cut

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