Electric Car News
Solar car built for BMW is claimed to make more power than it uses – thanks partly to its pug-ugly looks
Sixteen American university students have delivered the Deep Orange 17 solar car after a challenge from BMW.
Aussie says driving Tesla Model Y for 40,000km cost him just $713 in electricity
The Tesla went on regular highway trips and DC fast-charging sessions as it clocked up the amazing numbers over three years.
Leak reveals first clean images of GWM’s Ora 5 Touring SUV with extended range
The GWM Ora 5 Touring is significantly bigger than the current Ora 5, with a longer range – and that should be reflected in the price.
BYD’s newest EV promises 1000km from a single charge and 600km top-ups in five minutes
The specs of BYD’s newest luxury SUV are hard to believe, but the Chinese brand claims 1000km from a single charge – enough to keep the average Aussie motorist mobile for a month.
Ford clears the way for new cut-price electric ute to come to Australia
An all-electric Ford Fathom ute with a starting price of $40,000 could shake up Australia’s new car market.
Denza’s 850kW Z9GT grand tourer clears major hurdle to entering Aussie market as new specs are revealed
The BYD-backed Denza Z9GT should be making European luxury brands nervous ahead of its imminent Aussie launch.
BYD reveals new 2027 Seal 06 EV – and a PHEV option that’s a huge change from the current car
BYD has introduced a new Seal 06 in China, despite only launching the current Seal 6 in Australia this year.
GAC makes one of Australia’s most affordable electric hatches even cheaper
The upcoming GAC AION UT model ups the brand’s efforts to take sales from rivals like the BYD Dolphin.
New survey reveals why almost half of Aussie drivers feel unprepared to make the switch to EVs
New information from Australian motorists reveals that non-EV drivers have serious hesitations about buying an electric car, but the lure of cost savings could motivate them to change.
Mercedes claims a very niche Nürburgring lap record with its all-electric CLA 45 AMG
Merc’s three-motor EV gets around the Green Hell faster than a Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compact EVs from BYD and MG top Aussie most-searched list as fuel excise relief ends
Drivers desperate to avoid pain at the pump have made small EVs four of the five most searched-for new cars in Australia.
VFACTs July 2026: Australian new-car market posts record July as EV sales top one in five
July becomes the strongest on record for new-vehicle sales, with battery-electric vehicles maintaining more than 20 per cent market share for a second straight month.
Audi lifts the lid on why the A2 e-tron will be the marque’s most efficient car ever
German giant unveils first look at hyper-frugal EV with aerodynamics playing role in driving down its thirst.
Tesla Model Y drives sharp rise in July electric-car deliveries
Combined Tesla and Polestar sales more than quadrupled year-on-year in July, although the figures cover only brands reporting directly to the Electric Vehicle Council.
Geely launches Australia’s first Amazon virtual showroom for new EX2 EV
Chinese carmaker partners with Amazon Australia to let buyers explore, compare pricing and book test drives online ahead of EX2 launch.
BYD plans Atto 3 Evo for Australia with more power, faster charging
Updated electric SUV adopts new rear-wheel-drive platform, 800-volt architecture and upgraded technology ahead of local launch later this year.
New Mercedes-Benz GLA revealed with hybrid and electric power as EQA bows out
Third-generation luxury crossover SUV adopts Mercedes’ new MMA platform, gains longer range, faster charging, more cabin space and arrives in Australia next year.
Coles plugs into EV boom with fast-charger rollout at supermarkets
Up to 30 Coles stores will gain high-speed EV chargers over the next two years as the supermarket giant looks to make grocery shopping more convenient for electric vehicle owners.
BYD Australia expects Seal 6 station wagon to outsell sedan
BYD Australia is expecting to sell more station wagons than sedans of its new Seal 6 mid-sized plug-in hybrid model.
BYD prepares to battle the BMW 5 Series with luxury sedan and wagon
A new luxury sedan from BYD’s luxury division could be about to give BMW and Mercedes-Benz some sleepless nights.
XPENG X9 electric people mover unveiled for Australia: pricing and specs
Chinese brand’s flagship seven-seat EV offers up to 580km of driving range, ultra-fast charging and luxury-focused cabin.
Smart’s iconic two-seater set for electric comeback
New Smart #2 city EV expected to revive the brand’s smallest model with retro-inspired styling and zero-emissions power.
Lepas puts Australian roads to the test ahead of local launch
Chery’s new energy sub-brand completes local validation program as it prepares to introduce its first Australian model, the L6 electric SUV, in November.
2027 Volkswagen ID. Cross debuts as electric T-Cross alternative
Volkswagen has unveiled the compact electric ID. Cross, an SUV version of its ID. Polo city hatch.
