Electric Car News

AGL offers 250 free EV fast chargers for home charging trial
Energy company recruiting EV owners to demonstrate range of smart charging solutions

The UK will bring forward its ban on petrol and diesel cars
Historic decision to outlaw fuel-powered vehicles for EVs could change the world

MG ZS Electric: Australia’s cheapest EV just got cheaper
Can MG add critical mass to the EV bottom line with this budget priced SUV?

What does a Biden presidency mean for the car industry?
Joe Biden loves classic American muscle cars, but he has vowed to steer the US into an EV future

SA govt aims to flood local vehicle market with EVs
South Australia is building a statewide fast-charging network and transitioning the government vehicle fleet to EVs

This is why Australian businesses won’t buy electric cars
A major survey of fleet buyers has confirmed the main stumbling blocks for electric vehicles in Australia

Mercedes-Benz takes 20 percent stake in Aston Martin
More tech but no cash for Aston Martin as Mercedes-Benz increases ownership

Bugatti’s pugnacious prototype is powered by petrol
Petrol power not dead yet for Bugatti, with monstrous track beast under development in France

New electric car factory set for NSW
Electric bus and car facility will employ up to 2000 in NSW when complete, says founder

Renault Megane eVision is more than just a concept
Renault previews it’s all-new electric hatch due to arrive at the end of 2021

Mercedes-Benz EQC 4×4² will give the G-Class a run for its money
Benz’s stately electric SUV has has been transformed into an extreme off-road beast

Free EV charging network coming to Sydney
Sydney’s dark green electricity kiosks will soon become part of a free, fast EV charging network

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV adds vehicle-to-home battery tech
Australia’s most popular plug-in hybrid gains new mid-spec grade for 2021

Tesla’s Autopilot criticised in Euro NCAP assessment
Mercedes, BMW, Audi score high, while Tesla cops ‘half marks’

Nissan turns Leaf EV into a mobile emergency power station
Nissan’s RE-LEAF concept shows how EVs can have broader applications and that a crossover version of the Leaf EV hatch wouldn’t be a terrible idea.

Ioniq switches on the future channel
Ioniq’s EV concept is more mobile lounge than motor vehicle

Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV debuts
VW’s second ‘ID’ EV model has been formally unveiled and will go on sale in Europe this year before heading Down Under in 2022

Tesla pledges a $35,000 car by 2024
Elon Musk claims new battery design and efficient production techniques will lead to sub-US$25K Tesla model

Oil giants drilling for green gold
Rise of electric vehicles forces oil companies to adapt for ‘new fuels’

Five things need to happen for EVs to go mainstream
A global report has identified key criteria for electric vehicles to become a routine purchase

Ford could leave Supercars if there is no Holden replacement
While the traditional Blue v Red rivalry is over, Ford says it needs another manufacturer to compete against if it is to stay committed to Supercars

World EV Day 2020
The inaugral World EV Day comes at a time when sales of electrified vehicles in Australia continue to accelerate.

Eight EVs that’ll make you want to convert
Eight of the coolest myth-busting electric vehicles coming your way courtesy of a skateboard

Lewis Hamilton launches Extreme E team
The Formula 1 ace has embraced a new off-road EV racing series with an aim to highlight the impact of climate change













