Electric Car News
Tesla axes two models from its global line-up; replaced by humanoid robots
Tesla has officially killed off Model S and X as it transitions its Fremont factory to manufacturing humanoid robots
Expanding Australia’s public EV charger network could come at a cost… even if you don’t own an EV
A proposed federal government initiative to expand access to public EV chargers could impact households without an EV, but despite pushback, the cost could be minimal.
Lexus TZ: Brand’s largest electric SUV revealed, Australian sales possible
Like its Toyota parent, Lexus has revealed a new large electric SUV. Called the TZ, it will sit above the existing RZ with cool bamboo and suede trimmings.
BYD’s desert Flash Charging demonstration hints at Australian suitability
BYD offered a ‘real world’ demonstration of its 1500kW charging tech in a remote part of the Mongolian desert, suggesting the super-fast charging tech could be a natural fit for Australia.
EV tax break to be scaled back under new FBT changes
The Albanese government will phase down the popular electric car discount as costs blow out, with industry backing gradual shift but warning momentum must be maintained.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N: The brand’s fastest production car ever lands in Australia
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N electric sedan lands in Australia bringing clever track-focussed performance tech to the EV segment.
EV sales double in April 2026 with Tesla Model Y leading the way
Strong growth from Tesla and Polestar signals rising demand, with insurance data also pointing to a surge in EV interest.
BYD’s next-gen Yuan Plus to be sold in NZ as BYD Atto 5, unconfirmed for Australia
Third-gen BYD Yuan Plus grows in size, tech and ambition as it eyes a 2027 New Zealand launch.
Hyundai’s EV sales surge on back of Middle East conflict
Hyundai Australia’s 2026 EV sales has already overhauled its total from last year.
Suzuki e Vitara arrives as brand’s first EV, priced under $50K
The brand’s new compact SUV, first introduced to Australia in the 1980s, enters a new, electric era, priced from $46,990 drive-away ahead of July launch.
Ford’s electric Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 becomes fastest EV over a quarter mile
Ford’s latest electric drag racer shatters records with blistering pace, showcasing cutting-edge battery, motor and drivetrain tech in quarter-mile competition
Fast charging might not damage EV batteries as much as previously thought
Testing of an ex-taxi Tesla Model Y almost exclusively fast charged over 180,000km found surprisingly good battery health.
BYD Atto 3: Next-gen revealed at Beijing Motor Show, bigger, sharper and closing in on Model Y territory
Third-generation electric SUV brings more space, new tech and a more mature design, but remains untested in key areas.
EV sales in Europe set to overhaul petrol cars amid soaring fuel costs
Sales of electric vehicles in Europe on track to overhaul petrol as market share surges above 20 per cent.
Hyundai debuts futuristic IONIQ V in Beijing as China EV push ramps up
New electric SUV leads major product rollout, signalling a renewed focus by the Korean brand on localisation and rapid expansion in world’s largest car market.
EV tax break relied on most by ‘outer-suburban families, blue collar workers’, claims new survey
RedBridge polling finds majority of buyers wouldn’t switch without Electric Car Discount, with strongest reliance in outer suburbs and blue-collar communities.
BMW unveils heavily updated 7 Series with major tech and EV upgrades
Flagship sedan gains new interior, improved electric range and revised design in biggest mid-life overhaul yet.
Honda backs hybrid technology as the key to Aussies making the transition to EVs
With sales growth of 10 per cent in 2025, and targeting another 10 per cent increase this year, Honda Australia believes hybrid vehicles are not just the driver to sales growth but the key step between traditional cars and electric vehicles.
New electric Mercedes-Benz C-Class revealed; promises up to 800km of driving range
All-new electric C-Class brings bold new styling with up to 800km of range and in its most potent form, 0-100km/h in 4.0s.
GWM Haval H6GT: Australia’s longest electric range PHEV updated
The GWM Haval H6GT PHEV has been given a big interior improvement taken from the H6 with new screens and in-car tech, as well as even quicker acceleration.
Genesis GV60 electric medium SUV pricing cut significantly with mid-life update
A much lower entry price, upgraded equipment levels and updated styling are the key updates to the Genesis GV60, which is due in June.
Used and repairable EV sales surging thanks to fuel crisis
The fuel crisis caused by the latest Middle East conflict has not only bought significant new electric vehicle sales… but also for used and damaged but repairable EVs as well, new stats show.
Pricing confirmed for new flagship Toyota bZ4X Touring electric SUV
New range-topping Toyota bZ4X Touring brings increased boot space and promises 0-100km/h in 4.4 seconds and 488km of driving range.
Aussie state reveals plan to roll out more EV charging infrastructure
As the conflict in Iran continues, the NSW government has committed to making EV ownership easier than it has been, with expanded charging infrastructure in suburban Sydney and regional black spots.
