Electric Car News
Ford Mustang Mach-E, Genesis GV70 and G80 EVs score 5-star ANCAP safety ratings
Three new electric vehicles have received top ANCAP safety marks – but the results are carried over from 2021 testing
Vehicle emissions rules could save Australia billions, report predicts
A new report has revealed major savings for all Australian new car owners and the economy – if the government sets strong vehicle emissions mandates.
GWM Ora EV pricing drops to $39,990 to compete with MG 4, BYD Dolphin
GWM has announced significant price cuts on its brand-new Ora electric hatch, making it a more compelling alternative to the new & cheap MG 4 and BYD Dolphin EVs
2024 Kia Niro updated with more tech for base EV, price rises
Kia has increased pricing for its electrified Niro small SUV, as one variant receives more tech
Kia ‘GT1’ EV: 450kW Stinger successor rumoured & rendered!
The Stinger could be coming back… in the form of a long range, electric-only GT.
Hyundai won’t compete with bargain Chinese EVs
Not only will Hyundai’s incoming Kona EV not rival Chinese electrics on price, the brand isn’t keen on a race to the bottom with its future battery-electric vehicles.
BYD opens first ‘Megastore’ in Sydney ahead of EV model expansion
The first BYD Megastore has opened in Sydney as Chinese brand readies to expand its EV model range and meet anticipated demand
2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y electric car prices slashed to new lows
Electric car brand Tesla has cut Model 3 and Model Y pricing in Australia, with savings of up to $6395
Ampol EV chargers head into the shops
Fuel giant Ampol will enter shopping centres for the first time with its AmpCharge electric vehicle network
Victoria EV tax rises for 2023-24, as EV rebate ends early
The state will increase its controversial EV and PHEV tax again, as it abolishes its EV rebate reportedly early.
Chargefox pricing trial shows huge fluctuations in cost to users
The South Australian Government wants EV owners to charge during the day – but it’ll come at a cost if you can’t.
VW rules out new Beetle, working on $30k ID.1
The iconic Beetle won’t be coming back, but the German automaker is committed to launching other affordable EVs.
Aston Martin and Lucid team up for future EVs
A strategic plan between Aston Martin and Lucid has been announced
Cupra Born EV drives demand for Spanish brand
Swell in Australian orders driven largely by BEV and plug-in hybrid vehicles
2023 BYD Dolphin pricing and features: Full details
The BYD Dolphin is Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle, with pricing and equipment on par with similarly priced petrol hatchbacks
Australia’s cheapest electric car: 2023 BYD Dolphin pricing announced
China’s electric vehicle price war has moved to the $30,000 field, with the BYD Dolphin stealing the MG 4’s thunder – but only by $100
Hyundai EVs under the spotlight for brake regen safety, Ioniq 5 power loss
Consumer Reports has found most Hyundai group EVs don’t turn on the brake lights when using stronger regen braking modes.
Charging: How Tesla will stay profitable, even without top-selling EVs
Here’s how the popular American brand isn’t just earning money from making cars and selling carbon credits.
Hyundai confirms electric ute, diesel Kia Tasman twin unlikely
Hyundai plans to sell two million EVs annually by 2030, with an electric ute confirmed in its latest roadmap
VW to discontinue Arteon, focus on EV growth
The upmarket VW Arteon will no longer be produced globally, as the company aims to maximise profits.
Volvo is an SUV brand now… but the wagons are safe!
Scalable EV architecture – and a whole dose of lovely heritage – will be the saviour of Volvo’s estate cars
Volvo – an almost 100 per cent recycled car is “theoretically possible”
Volvo’s aiming for more and more recycled materials in its cars. How far can it go?
The new Volvo EX30 appears to have taken some notes from Tesla
The new baby electric SUV sweeps its functions into a central portrait screen – but with research to back up the decision
Westpac offers free charging with EV loans
Big bank Westpac will offer free limited Chargefox charging with a new EV finance loan
