Electric Car News
Mazda CX-6e review: All-electric SUV’s tech can’t quite match its impressive styling and features
Our friends at AutoExpress have got to grips with the all-electric SUV from Mazda, finding its gorgeous looks aren’t quite matched by its tech.
VFACTS August 2026: Record monthly battery electric sales lead the way as China’s domination of strong new-car market continues
Chinese brands were big winners once again, according to the fresh VFACTS figures, which show they occupy four of the top 10 spots.
Geely to reveal two new SUVs at Everything Electric Show along with a preview of the Emgrand L EM-i PHEV sedan
Geely will add a plug-in hybrid sedan to its growing Australian range in early 2027, with two mystery SUVs also set for reveal this month
Aussies could get a new BYD EV for less than $20,000 as brand looks to new market segment
At just $23,990, the Atto 1 Essential is the cheapest car BYD sells in Australia. But that might be about to change…
Chinese brand’s solar sunroof first can add 80km of range to an EV every day – and it could come to Australia
The solar breakthrough from Hongqi can make a claimed 400kWh of energy a year. It’s hard to think of a country better suited to it than Australia.
Hyundai unveils massive product renewal with Genesis and N part of 60-model spurt in the next four years
Hyundai will renew or update 100 vehicles including Genesis and N models, with a pickup truck in the mix.
BYD luxury sedan aces 30,000km enduro test in less than nine days with more than 350 Flash charges
The Yangwang U7 is the flagship high-performance sedan from BYD, and it just passed an enduro trial with flying colours.
Chery launches SUV-focused iCaur brand in Australia with the V25 leading the way
Chery will take its portfolio down under to five brands, with new models expected to arrive in showrooms next year.
ANCAP warns Aussies that a second KGM vehicle has been sold with missing airbags
For the second time in less than a week, a KGM vehicle has fallen short of meeting the features listed as standard by the manufacturer.
Inside the ultimate BYD flagship: Da Han sedan gets 1000km of range, wood trim and incredible charging times
There’s a touch of Rolls-Royce to the BYD Da Han, which combines incredible range with high levels of luxury.
MG 07 gets more than 10,000 orders in two minutes at official launch – and when you see the price, you’ll understand why
If the signs from the Chengdu Auto Show are anything to go by, the MG 07 looks like a winner straight out of the gate.
Genesis unveils world-first design with its ultra-luxurious flagship GV90 SUV
The Genesis GV90 is full of tech the Hyundai group has never put into production before, including a roof airbag. Even the start button has been replaced.
Hyundai IONIQ 3 EV pricing in Australia could dip under $40,000
Hyundai could position the new Ioniq 3 with pricing to match the petrol i30 hatch range, and may even undercut the smaller Inster.
Mercedes GLB review: Overseas drive finds unique SUV is a huge upgrade on its predecessor
The second-generation Mercedes SUV replaces the current GLB and the EQB, bringing more technology, improved practicality and rapid charging.
The newest Chery SUV came from a former Ferrari designer – and it shows
Chinese car makers have been accused of copycat design, but the new Chery’s resemblance to a Purosangue is down to some real Prancing Horse DNA.
Denza Z9GT review: Early international verdict hails startling power and tech – but luxury grand tourer falls short on polish
Our friends at Auto Express love the Denza Z9GT’s performance and EV stats as it fires a shot across the bows of competitors like Porsche and Audi.
Solar car built for BMW is claimed to make more power than it uses – thanks partly to its pug-ugly looks
Sixteen American university students have delivered the Deep Orange 17 solar car after a challenge from BMW.
Aussie says driving Tesla Model Y for 40,000km cost him just $713 in electricity
The Tesla went on regular highway trips and DC fast-charging sessions as it clocked up the amazing numbers over three years.
Leak reveals first clean images of GWM’s Ora 5 Touring SUV with extended range
The GWM Ora 5 Touring is significantly bigger than the current Ora 5, with a longer range – and that should be reflected in the price.
BYD’s newest EV promises 1000km from a single charge and 600km top-ups in five minutes
The specs of BYD’s newest luxury SUV are hard to believe, but the Chinese brand claims 1000km from a single charge – enough to keep the average Aussie motorist mobile for a month.
Ford clears the way for new cut-price electric ute to come to Australia
An all-electric Ford Fathom ute with a starting price of $40,000 could shake up Australia’s new car market.
Denza’s 850kW Z9GT grand tourer clears major hurdle to entering Aussie market as new specs are revealed
The BYD-backed Denza Z9GT should be making European luxury brands nervous ahead of its imminent Aussie launch.
BYD reveals new 2027 Seal 06 EV – and a PHEV option that’s a huge change from the current car
BYD has introduced a new Seal 06 in China, despite only launching the current Seal 6 in Australia this year.
GAC makes one of Australia’s most affordable electric hatches even cheaper
The upcoming GAC AION UT model ups the brand’s efforts to take sales from rivals like the BYD Dolphin.
