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Forest Green BYD Atto 3/Yuan Plus front view
BYD

New BYD Atto 3 details emerge for 2023

UPDATE 26/11/22: EVDirect has reverted the brochure back to the old version without the spec changes noted below and notes smartphone projection is coming in…

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Tesla Model 3 Government Rebates and Incentives

Tesla Model 3 Overview The Tesla Model 3 is a five-seater electric small sedan made in China. Priced from $65,500 before on-road costs, it has up to 602km of…

Cars drive pass Indooroopilly Shopping Centre Evie Networks Tritium EV chargers

Indooroopilly becomes Brisbane’s largest EV charging hub in one week

Indooroopilly Shopping Centre is now Brisbane’s biggest public electric vehicle charging location with the opening of two new Evie Networks fast chargers on…

White Kia EV6 rear view at mountain road
Kia

Kia EV6 wait times shortening as supply improves in 2023

Kia Australia has confirmed it has secured more stock of its in-demand flagship EV6 electric car, with supply set to almost double in 2023. The local arm told…

Blue LDV eT60 driving in tunnel at night
LDV

Australia’s first electric ute, large van, MPV to launch from November

LDV has confirmed it’ll launch the eT60 as the first electric ute on sale in Australia, alongside the eDeliver 9 and Mifa 9, as soon as November. The Chinese…

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Finding Electric Car Charging Stations Near Me: Everything You Need to Know

If you own an electric car, finding electric car charging stations near your location is crucial. In this article, we'll cover everything you need to know…

Petrol versus electric cars

Electric Cars Vs Petrol Cars

When it comes to choosing your next car, should it be electric or petrol? With the rapid emergence of electric cars, they are quickly becoming a viable and in…

Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 in rural Australia property

How to Try and Buy an Electric Car Online

Interested in an electric car? With record high fuel prices, global inflation and the looming climate crisis, electric vehicle interest in Australia is piquing…

Volvo XC40 charging
Volvo

Volvo XC40 Charging Guide: Charge times, speed and cost

Launched in 2022, the Volvo XC40 Recharge is Volvo’s first pure electric vehicle. It is built on the CMA platform which it shares with Volvo C40 and Polestar…

Nissan Leaf charging
Hyundai

Nissan Leaf Charging Guide

The second-generation Nissan Leaf hatchback is a British-made Japanese electric hatchback starting from $50,990 before on-road costs. The Leaf retains the same…

Hyundai Kona at charging station
Hyundai

Hyundai Kona Electric Charging Guide: Charge times, speed and cost

The Hyundai Kona Electric small crossover SUV is Hyundai's cheapest and best-selling electric vehicle. 📖 LEARN MORE 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric: Price and…

BMW iX off road
BMW

BMW iX Charging Guide: Charge times, speed and cost

The BMW iX is a five-seater electric large SUV made in Germany. Priced from $135,900 before on-road costs, it has up to 620km of claimed driving range, two…

Volvo C40 charging
Volvo

Volvo C40 Charging Guide: Charge times, speed and cost

Launched in 2022, the Volvo C40 Recharge is Volvo’s second pure electric vehicle. The C40 Recharge is Volvo’s slicker, swoopy, snazzier electric-only coupe…

Hyundai Ioniq Electric charging
Hyundai

Hyundai Ioniq Electric Charging Guide

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric (not to be confused with the Ioniq 5) was Hyundai’s first electric vehicle. It was launched in 2017 with sales ceasing in the first…

BMW iX3 Charging Station
BMW

BMW iX3 Charging Guide: Charge times, speed and cost

The BMW iX3 is a five-seater electric medium SUV made in China. Priced from $114,900 before on-road costs, it has up to 460km of claimed driving range, one…

Grey Cupra Born driving in rural Australia sunset
Cupra

Cupra Born: Large battery, e-Boost confirmed for Australia

Cupra has confirmed the largest battery, most powerful powertrain will headline its electric warm hatch model line-up in Australia. According to an updated…

2022 MG ZS EV in park charging e-bike using V2L
MG

Five things you need to know about the new MG ZS EV

Discover the 2022 MG ZS EV battery type and 5 other key features you need to know about this electric car. Read our review now!

Tesla Model S in servicing centre

Do Electric Cars Need Servicing?

Do electric cars need servicing? Find out the answer and more with Zecar's comprehensive guide. Get the facts and make an informed decision today!

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Fleet of Tesla Model 3 at charging station

Electric Vehicle Incentives and Rebates for Businesses (2022)

If you're an Australian business looking to switch to transition your fleet to electric vehicles, this guide is a must-read. Everything you need to know about…

Hyundai Ioniq 5 and i30 N Line in dealer showroom

Electric car waiting list in Australia (July 2022)

Looking to switch into an electric vehicle? It’s currently a tough market with a supply and production crisis across the entire automotive industry, causing…

Man plugging in charging cable into Genesis Electrified G80 at Shell Recharge ultra rapid Tritium EV charging station

How to use a public EV charging station (step-by-step guide)

Topping up your car at a public electric vehicle charging station is not-too-distant from adding fuel at the pump. However, like any new technology, it can be…

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What does a Labor government mean for electric cars in Australia?

With the Australian Labor Party’s victory in the recent federal election, what does it mean for electric cars in Australia? Coined the 'Electric Car Discount'…

Three Tritium Chargefox RACQ EV chargers on Toombul rooftop

Major Brisbane EV charging hub dumped after flood disaster

Brisbane’s largest electric vehicle public charging hub has been closed indefinitely, with property developer Mirvac confirming Toombul Shopping Centre won’t…

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