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Solterra cost-cut not a reaction to bZ4X pricing, says Subaru

New AWD EV twins from Japan are close on price, but Subaru says it's more likely Toyota reacted to its pricing

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5: N Line confirmed, bigger battery & more

The popular Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV will add a sportier N Line model this year, along with improved ride and insulation, a battery upgrade and styling tweaks

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New Vehicle Efficiency Standard may not increase car prices as far as industry has Suggested

Car brands support NVES. FCAI not so much.

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Volkswagen Scirocco could be reborn as electric sports car twinned with Porsche & Audi

According to a new report, Volkswagen is assessing proposals for a reborn electric Scirocco sports coupe twinned with the next Porsche 718 and Audi TT

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Monash University opens 45 EV chargers to the public across four campuses

A host of new fast and standard EV chargers will be available to students and the public alike

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Report cards: Ford, Mercedes, Tesla lead new survey on EV sustainability & human rights

A coalition of integrity-focused groups has scored the world’s leading carmakers on their efforts to cut problematic supply out of EV manufacturing

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The Apple Car is dead

Faltering EV demand and setbacks in autonomous car timelines mean the ‘iCar’ has been cancelled

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MG LS6 shown in Geneva, Australian launch still in sight

MG has used this week's Geneva Motor Show to launch a barrage of new models into European buyers' minds – including the electric 570kW LS6 that could reach Australia next year

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2024 Toyota bZ4X pricing and features: Tesla Model Y electric SUV rival lands in Australia

At long last Toyota enters world of BEVs with bZ4X priced from $66,000

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2024 Toyota bZ4X electric SUV: What we know

Here's everything we know about Toyota Australia’s first all-electric vehicle

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WATCH: New Renault 5 electric hatch live reveal video

The Renault 5 is soon making a comeback as a retro electric hatchback to replace the ageing Zoe

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VW ID.7 Tourer electric wagon revealed

Volkswagen’s new ID.7 Tourer, boasting plenty of electric power and a full-sized wagon body, looks like a practical family car.

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Volkswagen and Mahindra deepen EV ties

Mahindra’s new INGLO electric vehicle platform will use Volkswagen's MEB components and unified cells

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Ineos reveals Fusilier BEV 4x4

Ineos Fusilier BEV revealed; will be offered as a full-time BEV or with a range-extending petrol engine

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2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N pricing: 478kW, $111k hero on sale now

Customers will have 12 hours to snaffle up the first batch of Hyundai’s high-performance EV, with orders opening on September 15

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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