Electric Car News
Porsche and Piech families support keeping Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess in top job – UPDATE
The manufacturer’s boss has come under fire for his pro-EV stance
Ford Focus could go electric in next generation
It wouldn’t be the first time Ford’s flagship hatchback has ditched the combustion engine
2023 Mini Hatch teased in camouflage
Evolution rather than revolution expected for fourth-gen hatchback
2022 Volkswagen ID.5 and ID.5 GTX revealed
The all-electric SUV will be Volkswagen’s first coupé-inspired EV
2023 Volvo XC40 facelift revealed, here third quarter
Volvo’s small SUV brings it in line with the new C40, with more electric powertrains on offer
SA passes EV tax into law – UPDATE
The Bill has passed through the State Parliament meaning the charge will be delayed until 2027 (or 30 per cent uptake)
No ICE reduction target included in Australia’s net zero 2050 plan
Prime Minister unveils climate plan, but auto industry goals are still missing
2022 BMW i4 EV enters production, main plant to go ICE-less from 2024
Electric sedan has started to roll off the production line
Australia’s slow EV uptake ‘could cost our health system $850bn by 2050’
Rising carbon emissions compared to other countries will have an impact on overall health
Studies find electric vehicles can be cheaper to run, unless you’re in Australia
Government policies can make a big difference to the running costs of cars
UK strengthens transition to EVs with further £970m investment
The secondary investment into the industry and infrastructure comes on top of an existing £1 billion commitment
Potential nickel shortage could impact EV production
High demand is contributing to diminish supply
All-electric 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV spied
The SUV version of the battery-powered EQE has been spied, with AMG models on the way
2022 MG ZS EV: Facelift and range increase for Australia’s cheapest electric car
Two new battery options have been introduced in the MG ZS EV overseas, increasing driving range by up to 67 per cent
Chevrolet to debut electric Silverado on January 5
The battle for electric truck supremacy is set to be turned up a notch
Ford launches E-Transit for Australian market
World’s most popular van will be Ford’s first EV in Australia
Ford Australia remains tight-lipped on electric future
Local head of the Blue Oval is holding cards close to his chest
Federal Govt eyes EV growth, provides $2bn backing to Australian mining
A new credit facility has been created to help fund mining operations in Australia, with electric vehicle batteries manufacturers expected to benefit
2022 Kia Niro: Electrified SUV spied with new looks
The refreshed Kia Niro has been spotted showing off it’s new design, only months after the car was launched locally
Nobe shows off retro EV ute, suggests Aussie launch
The second design from the Estonian startup could make its way here
Audi E-Tron GT Australian launch delayed to 2022
Four-door electric flagship model won’t be here this year
Ford to invest US$11.4 billion in advanced factory and battery plants
As the company embraces its electric future, billions are being invested in new facilities
UK fuel shortage results in increased interest for EVs
Driver crisis has set off a large chain of events
Lamborghini may offer electric GT model by 2027
A fourth model from Lamborghini is rumoured to be a 2+2 coupe with an all-electric powertrain
