Electric Car News
Mercedes-AMG CLA 45: Next-generation rocketship revealed with 500kW of power
Affalterbach’s smallest high-performance car is now one of its fastest, as the new CLA 45 makes a huge 500kW after switching to electric power.
BYD Sealion 7 and Seal depart Chinese market to focus on exports, no change for Australia
The BYD Sealion 7, the most popular product BYD sells in Australia, and its Seal sibling are no longer available in their Chinese home market.
GWM confirms Ora 5 electric hatchback for Australia
A hatchback version of the just-launched Ora 5 SUV is set to arrive in local dealerships later this year.
GWM confirms Ora 5 Touring electric station wagon for Australia
A battery-electric station wagon variant of the just launched GWM Ora 5 is set to join the Chinese brand’s Australian line-up with PHEV models likely to follow.
EV chargers fall target to copper theft crime wave
Ease of access has made public EV chargers a target for thieves on the lookout for copper to scrap for cash.
Cupra Tavascan: New cheaper variant announced ahead of August release
Cupra will soon add a new variant and more choice to its Tavascan electric medium SUV, with a new V base model set to open the range.
Mazda’s Tesla Model Y rival bringing new customers to the brand
Mazda’s new CX-6e Tesla Model Y fighter is drawing plenty of new customers to the brand.
Mazda: ’Chinese built cars as good as Japanese’
The Japanese’s brand’s general manager in China said Mazdas built in China are as good as those manufactured in Japan.
British company McMurtry Automotive teases wild new electric track car
A British engineering firm has teased the final version of its new electric track car, with the McMurty Spéirling Pure set to debut next week.
Chery could be about to trigger a price war for Australia’s cheapest EV
The BYD Atto 1’s claim as Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle could soon come to an end as Chery prepares its new challenger.
Accident repairs can cost up to 20% more for EVs – report
The cost-of-ownership benefits of an electric vehicle could come undone if you have an accident, new UK research finds.
2027 Polestar 4: Price and specs revealed for updated EV range
Polestar has announced changes to the Polestar 4 EV for the 2027 Model Year as order books open.
Skoda Peaq revealed as brand’s first three-row electric SUV
Skoda’s new flagship three-row electric SUV delivers over 640km of range and seating for seven in a package slightly larger than the Kodiaq.
BYD’s newest electric SUV has a 900km driving range – and a massive 810kg battery
BYD’s newest flagship three-row SUV offers impressive EV range and a battery that weighs almost as much as a compact hatchback.
Volvo launches new auto pay feature to make EV charging easier
Volvo has introduced a new feature for the EX90 and upcoming EX60 that makes EV charging more convenient and easier than before called Plug & Charge.
Renault Megane E-Tech updated with sharper styling and longer driving range
A facelifted version of the Renault Megane E-Tech electric SUV has been revealed sporting new styling, upgraded tech and a larger battery for 500km of range.
Smart goes back to its roots with pint-sized #2 car preview
New two-seat Smart #2 promises big-car practicality, 300km-plus range and a return to the city-car formula that made the brand famous.
Geely EX2: China’s best-selling car approved for Australia
Australia’s electric vehicle fleet is set to be bolstered by the imminent arrival of the Geely EX2 electric hatchback.
Subaru’s fastest-ever model arrives with new Trailseeker EV
New electric SUV delivers 280kW, 533km range and all-wheel-drive capability.
Calls to expand proposed EV road user charge to all vehicles
NSW is looking to implement a road user charge for EVs, but the failure of a similar scheme in Victoria has led to calls for a broad overhaul of how roads are funded.
Lepas L6: Chery sub-brand confirms electric midsize SUV for Australia
The brand will launch its first EV locally before the end of 2026.
GWM Ora 5 arrives in Australia ahead of first deliveries of the small electric SUV
GWM’s new small electric SUV has arrived in Australia with the first deliveries due imminently, priced from $33,990 driveaway for the entry level Lux.
Mazda Australia boss: New car competition is fierce but Australians still value brand loyalty
In the face of ever-increasing, and cheaper, competition from China, the boss of Mazda Australia told WhichCar by Wheels that Australians still value the familiarity of a brand like Mazda.
Honda switching from dedicated EVs to multi-energy platform under new plan
Honda’s much-publicised Zero Series EV cancellation has opened the door to an all-new platform to support EV and hybrid development.
