Electric Car News
Mercedes backtracks on being EV-only by 2030; combustion engines to continue
German giant becomes the latest to delay its EV plans amid weakening demand
2024 Subaru Solterra becomes latest EV to have price slashed in Australia
The price of Subaru’s first electric vehicle, the Toyota-based Solterra midsize SUV, has been slashed by up to $8000 in Australia ahead of its imminent launch
2025 Volkswagen ID.4 & ID.5 electric SUV features confirmed, prices to follow
The Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 electric SUVs are due in Australia mid-year in two high-spec variants and an entry price targeting the mid-range Tesla Model Y
Kia Stinger set to be replaced by electric sedan – but Australia unlikely
An all-electric replacement to the rear-drive Kia Stinger, which could be called the EV8, is due in 2026 but it appears unlikely for Australia
2024 Peugeot E-308 revealed: Australia confirmed, E-Expert too
Following its global reveal 18 months ago, Peugeot has confirmed its all-electric E-308 small car will come to Australia – along with the E-Expert van
2024 Fiat 600e electric SUV detailed, Abarth 600e revealed
The quirky Fiat 600e electric crossover has been officially revealed, offering a more practical alternative to the 500e hatch. Now there’s the hero Abarth model, too.
Polestar confirms Hertz delivery pause, rental giant promises not to offload existing cars
Following news that it is selling off its Tesla fleet to stem huge repair costs, Hertz has now paused its US-market orders for the Polestar 2. Australian availability remains unaffected.
Lexus RZ F trademarked in Australia and Europe: Hero EV coming?
After showcasing a performance-focused ‘RZ Sport’ at the Monterey car show in California, Lexus has now trademarked the very suggestive RZ F name
2024 LDV eDeliver 7 electric van pricing and features
Australian pricing and details for the electric LDV eDeliver 7, including driving range and cargo capabilities
2024 Porsche Taycan revealed, Australian pricing confirmed
Porsche’s all-electric Taycan receives more power, faster charging, increased driving range, a revised look, and price rises
British-built Lotus Type 135 electric sports car will replace Emira in 2027
Completing the Chinese-owned British marque’s reinvention, the last vehicle with previous-incarnation Lotus parts will be replaced by an all-new EV
2024 Tesla Model 3 deliveries resume in Australia, recall issued for child-seat compliance issue
Deliveries of the latest Tesla Model 3 electric sedan have resumed and a recall has been issued to enable access to the rear-centre top-tether point required under the Australian Design Rules
Ioniq 5 N is a bigger deal for Hyundai than i30 N
Hot hatches have been around for donkey’s, but 478kW electric SUVs with synthesised soundtracks and gears? Not so much…
2024 Porsche Macan electric SUV revealed: Australian pricing and features
Porsche’s first electric SUV is coming to Australia with up to 470kW and a starting price of $133,700 before on-road costs
LEAKED! This is the all-electric 2024 Porsche Macan
Porsche’s hot-selling small SUV boasts a fresh look and bigger dimensions
Genesis X concept trilogy complete, convertible now an award winner
Genesis has rolled out the third model in its X concept family – but will any of them go into production?
Victoria refunds $7 million to EV owners following ‘unconstitutional’ tax – UPDATE
Electric vehicle owners in Victoria will be refunded with interest after state-based zero-emission vehicle taxes were declared “invalid”
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric pricing and features: Cheaper entry for new EV
Hyundai Australia delivers a sharper entry price for larger, second-generation Kona Electric, available in two grades with standard or extended-range options
Ford F-150 Lightning Raptor?! Switchgear concept hints at new hero model
The Ford F-150 Switchgear is a muscled up off-road weapon that electrifies the Raptor spirit.
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric N Line revealed, confirmed for Australia
No performance enhancements for sportier-looking Kona Electric N Line due in Australia later in 2024
Climate Council highlights benefits of EVs for saving on road trip costs
Australian climate body provides insights on how Aussie travellers can lessen the bank pain
Ford continues SuperVan tradition with 1050kW van on show at Bathurst
More than a silly fast van, Ford’s SuperVan is a testbed for contemporary technology – and this one’s all-electric
2024 MG 4 electric hatch pricing and features: Full line-up detailed
What you need to know about the new MG 4 electric hatchback
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N NPX1 concept powers into Tokyo Auto Salon
Without a world-famous tuning show of its own, the best of Korea is powering into this weekend’s Tokyo Auto Salon
