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Tesla Model 3 Bidirectional Charging (V2G and V2H) Breakthrough
Intercontrol has successfully deployed one of the first V2H (vehicle-to-home) demonstrations of the Tesla Model 3.
Price Plunge Makes MG4 77 Australia's Long Range EV Value King
MG Motor Australia has slashed the price of the MG4 2023 and 2024 plate EVs to steal market share from BYD Dolphin and GWM Ora
MG4 Becomes Australia's Cheapest EV Following Price Cuts
The MG4 is now Australia's Cheapest EV Following Price Cuts. The MG4 Excite 51 is now $30,990 drive away
JOLT Surprises EV Owners: Unlimited Plan Axed, 50% Price Rise 10kWh plan
JOLT PLUS is a Freemium subscription charging service for Aussie EV drivers who drive more than the average Australian short daily commute and don’t have a…
Charging Chaos: Mercedes EV Owners Grapple with Multi-Day Wallbox App Failure
High-end headache: Mercedes Wallbox app glitch frustrates luxury EV drivers. For EV owners, reliable access to charging is crucial. Any disruption can cause…
Vodafone Optus deal improves EV connectivity across Australian rural and regional areas
Owners of popular EVs such as the MG4, Kia EV6 and Volvo EX30 with built-in Vodafone or Optus connectivity, will be able to get more network coverage when…
New Exact Energy Billing at Tesla Superchargers
Tesla Supercharger customers are now billed for the precise amount of energy their vehicle receives during charging, rather than a slightly lower rounded…
2025 Cupra Tavascan Specs Confirmed, Price Expected to Start Below $70,000
2025 Cupra Tavascan Specs have been confirmed with price expected to start below $70,000
Bidirectional Charging (V2G and V2H) Successfully Trialled on the Polestar 3 and 4
Ambibox has successfully deployed one of the first bidirectional charging / V2H (vehicle-to-home) demonstrations on the Poletstar 3 and 4
Jeep Avenger EV Reduces Launch Price by $4,000, now starts from $49,990
the Jeep Avenger's had reduced its launch price by $4,000 to $49,990 before on-road costs.
Polestar Reduces Prices Across Australian EV Lineup: Savings of up to $5,000
Polestar has reduced prices for its 2025 year models with savings of up to $5,000
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Bidirectional Charging (V2H and V2G) Successfully Trialled
Intercontrol has successfully deployed one of the first V2H (vehicle-to-home) demonstrations of the Hyundai Ioniq 5
Smart Chooses Australia for World Premiere of #5 Electric Premium SUV
Here's an introductory paragraph for the news article: Smart, the premium all-electric auto brand, has made a bold move into new territory with the global…
VW Electric Van ID. Buzz Surprise Aussie Price Below LCT Threshold
VW has surprised local EV media by announcing that prices for all the ID.Buzz versions are below Australia's Luxury Car Tax threshold, apart from the range…
Smart Launches #1 and #3 Electric SUVs in Australia, Price and Specs Detailed
Smart Launches #1 and #3 Electric SUVs in Australia, Price and Specs Detailed
Charging Past FUD: Chargefox CEO Shares Growth Stats
Exclusive - Chargefox CEO John Sullivan responds to recent negative press about the Australian EV industry, using Chargefox's data to counter narratives of…
Volkswagen opens registrations for the ID.4 and ID.5 in Australia
Volkswagen Australia has opened registrations of interest for the all-new ID.4 and ID.5 for a launch in late 2024
RACV's Electrifying Xmas Present: Kempower Fast Chargers Replace Tritium
RACV decided in February 2024 that given increasing utilisation, lack of spare parts and low reliability of their first-generation Tritium ultra-rapid charging…
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Tesla Powerwall 3 Launches in Australia With More Power and New Features
The Tesla Powerwall 3 has launched in Australia, bringing several upgrades including increased power output and several new features
Euro Exit, Chinese Entry: Citroën Leaves Australia's Car Market as Zeekr Arrives
On the same day that Chinese brand Zeekr enters the Australian car market, European brand Citroën is leaving Australia. The two announcements are not directly…
Zeekr X Preliminary Pricing and Specs Revealed, To Launch Later This Year
Zeekr unveiled the Zeekr X in Sydney today. Preliminary pricing and specs revealed.To Launch Later This Year
Smart #5 Concept Premieres in Australia: Boxy EV SUV For Active Lifestyles
Slated for unveiling on August 28 in Brisbane, Australia, the #5 marks Smart's bold entry into a larger vehicle segment. As the brand's most spacious model to…
Australia's First Public V2G Charger To Debut in South Australia
V2Grid Australia claim they will launch Australia's first public vehicle-to-grid (V2G) EV charger at a South Australian CBD site in September 2024, allowing EV…
Exicom Buys Tritium: Evie Networks CEO Discusses Implications
Evie Networks' Chief Executive Officer Chris Mills discusses the implications of Exicom's recent acquisition of Tritium on his company's operations and…
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