MG 4 v ZS EV comparison: Budget electric cars, spec to spec
Which attainable Chinese-made electric MG’s fare better? The MG 4 seems like a no-brainer at first glance, but on paper, it’s not too dissimilar from the ZS EV.
VW rules out new Beetle, working on $30k ID.1
The iconic Beetle won’t be coming back, but the German automaker is committed to launching other affordable EVs.
ANCAP: 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC, Land Rover Discovery Sport score 5-star safety rating
The two luxury medium SUVs have received full five-star safety ratings, but both showed weaknesses in some areas
Hyundai EVs under the spotlight for brake regen safety, Ioniq 5 power loss
Consumer Reports has found most Hyundai group EVs don’t turn on the brake lights when using stronger regen braking modes.
Charging: How Tesla will stay profitable, even without top-selling EVs
Here’s how the popular American brand isn’t just earning money from making cars and selling carbon credits.
VW to discontinue Arteon, focus on EV growth
The upmarket VW Arteon will no longer be produced globally, as the company aims to maximise profits.
Westpac offers free charging with EV loans
Big bank Westpac will offer free limited Chargefox charging with a new EV finance loan
Electric Toyota GR sports car in the works
The Japanese carmaker has confirmed that a high-performance all-electric GR model is in development, but it remains uncertain whether it will become a reality
NRMA to end free charging, Chargefox trialing overstay fees, WA getting more chargers
The public fast EV charging landscape is shifting in Australia, with NRMA soon to end free charging and Chargefox initiating a trial of idling fees.
Fiat 600e electric SUV revealed in unexpected video
The Fiat 600e has been subtly showcased, bringing its signature cute design into a more fashionable, city electric SUV form.
BYD, Polestar respond: Stock boosted for Victorians to beat EV rebate deadline
With Victoria’s EV rebate ending soon, some car brands are responding by pushing more stock so buyers can qualify for the handout before it expires
Luxury Car Tax (LCT) could be cut for EVs under EU trade deal
European-made EVs could become more attainable as the government considers lifting or exempting the controversial LCT.
Ford & GM switching to Tesla NACS EV chargers in North America
The landmark move will see the first non-Tesla car manufacturer integrate with its Supercharging network
MG hints at future line-up: New MG3, HS, ZS and more
MG will launch a range of new models next year in the UK, with a focus on electrification
BMW study: Nearly half of Australians open to EVs but hesitancy remains
Local survey finds Australians would consider an electric car, but price and range anxiety remain key hurdles
BYD Atto 3 software update brings Android Auto, joining Apple CarPlay
The BYD Atto 3 has received Android Auto via an over-the-air update, after Apple CarPlay was added to the electric SUV in January
Model Y goes #1 globally, just as Tesla suffers another data leak
The Model Y has become the first EV to be the best-selling car globally, but the company is facing major privacy concerns.
Toyota confirms some Australian owners affected in unprotected data event
Toyota and Lexus owners in Japan have had their vehicle data publicly available for the past decade, with some Australian Toyota customers impacted.
Queensland Electric Super Highway to almost double by 2025
The state government-backed EV charging network will further expand in the next two years.
EV Council calls for massive leap in charger reliability, upkeep and locations in new report
The lobby group has called for Australia’s public EV charging infrastructure to have more ‘redundancy’ and maintenance measures akin to a supermarket or petrol station.
Toyota: Switch on 'eco mode' to dramatically slash emissions & fuel costs
The internal study claims significant CO2 emissions and fuel consumption savings by forcing eco or EV driving modes
Ford boss admits huge EVs 'will not make money'
Ford boss says making massive EVs isn’t a sustainable business; confirms new large EVs
EOFY: BMW Australia introduces electric Power Pack offer
BMW is sweetening the deal on its iX3 and iX xDrive 40 electric SUVs, as part of an end-of-financial year offer
Luxury Car Tax threshold increased for 2023-24
LCT threshold requirements have been lifted again for another financial year