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BYD Atto 3 Evo Priced From $41,990, Adds RWD Model
The BYD Atto 3 Evo is priced from $41,990 in Australia, with a new rear-wheel-drive Premium, 510km range and 220kW DC charging. Full specs here.
Aussies Want EVs, But Many Aren’t Ready to Switch
EV interest is rising sharply in Australia, but new Allianz research shows many drivers remain uncertain about charging, range, one-pedal driving and EV…
BYD Atto 3 Evo NZ Pricing Points to Price Hike in Australia
BYD's Atto 3 Evo launches in NZ from NZ$59,990, up $10,000 on the old model. Here's what it means for Australian Dynamic and Premium pricing.
Nissan NX7 PHEV previewed, with Australia in its sights
Nissan has previewed the new NX7 plug-in hybrid SUV in China, with 225km of CLTC electric range and a potential path to Australia.
GAC AION UT Short-Range Variant Confirmed for Australia
GAC has confirmed a shorter-range AION UT for Australia, using a smaller 44kWh battery for a claimed 320km range. Here's what's confirmed so far.
Mitsubishi Confirms Electric ASX VR-e for Australia in Q4 2026
Mitsubishi has confirmed the ASX VR-e electric SUV for Australia in Q4 2026, its first BEV since the i-MiEV. Here's what's confirmed so far.
EV Charging Losses Up to 24%: German Study Sets Benchmarks
German testing found EV charging losses of up to 24% at a power point, versus 5 to 7% at a wallbox. See what it means for your charging costs.
GWM Cannon Hi4-T PHEV Ute Detailed: 310kW, 115km EV Range
GWM has detailed the Cannon Hi4-T, its second PHEV ute alongside the Cannon Alpha. See confirmed power, range, towing and how it compares to rivals.
Toyota RAV4 PHEV Reportedly Australia's Best-Selling Plug-In Hybrid
Toyota's RAV4 PHEV may have outsold every other plug-in hybrid in Australia in July. Here's how the numbers compare, and what's still unconfirmed.
Leapmotor Cuts Driveaway Prices on B10 and C10, Adds $3,000 Cashback
Leapmotor is offering driveaway deals on the B10 and C10, plus a $3,000 cashback on the C10. See which models and colours qualify.
BYD Offers Free On-Road Costs on Sealion 7, 8 and Shark 6
BYD is offering free on-road costs on the Sealion 7, Sealion 8 and Shark 6 from August 2026. See which models qualify and how much you could save.
July 2026 EV Sales Cool After Record June, Still Up 226% YoY
Australia sold 23,510 BEVs in July 2026, down from June's EOFY record but still up 226% year-on-year. Full breakdown by model, brand and drivetrain.
Honda Super-One EV Priced From $36,900, Undercuts Hyundai Inster
The Honda Super-One EV starts at $36,900 drive-away, undercutting the Hyundai Inster. Here's what's confirmed on price, range and specs.
Tesla builds its 10 millionth EV as Australia passes 180,000 deliveries
Tesla has produced its 10 millionth electric vehicle, reaching the milestone at its Fremont factory as more than 180,000 Teslas have now been delivered in…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Spied With New 18-Inch Screen Setup
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 test mule was spotted with a new 18-inch screen and Pleos Connect tech. Here's what's confirmed, plus its Australian update history.
All-New Mercedes-Benz GLA Revealed: 657km Range, Three EVs
Mercedes-Benz has revealed the all-new GLA, now offered as a fully electric SUV with up to 657km range. Here's what's confirmed on specs and pricing.
BYD Seal 6 Launches in Australia: 100km EV Range, 1000km Total
The BYD Seal 6 Sedan and Touring officially launch in Australia from $34,990. See confirmed pricing, range and specs for both PHEV models.
Camouflaged XPeng L03 Prototype Spotted Testing Again in Australia
A camouflaged XPeng L03 has been spotted again on Australian roads, offering another sign that local testing is progressing ahead of the electric SUV's…
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EV Consideration Hits 41% as Price Premium Falls to 2%
AADA's Wave 5 research shows EV consideration in Australia has climbed to 41%, while the accepted price premium has dropped to just 2%. Here's what changed.
Leapmotor B03X Small SUV Cleared for Australian Sale
Leapmotor's B03X small SUV, known as the A10 in China, has passed Australian vehicle approval. See size, battery and motor specs so far.
Tesla Says FSD Supervised Is 5.2x Safer Than Manual Driving in EU
Tesla's own EU data shows FSD Supervised involved in 5.2x fewer collisions than manual driving over 65 million km. Here's what the numbers show.
Coles to Roll Out Fast EV Chargers at Dozens of Supermarkets
Coles is adding fast EV chargers at supermarkets nationwide with Evie Networks. See how the rollout compares to Woolworths and the US supermarket charging…
Most EVs Retain Over 90% Battery Health After 100,000km: Kia e-Niro Tops Study
A new study ranks battery health across 20 EV models at 100,000km. Nearly all are sold in Australia, and most keep over 90% of original capacity.
XPeng Confirms Flagship GX SUV For Australia With Up To 750km range
XPeng has confirmed its flagship GX SUV is coming to Australia. The luxury electric and range extender SUV will rival the Zeekr 9X with up to 750km of claimed…
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