Electric Car News

Next-generation BMW 3 Series nears reveal as electric i3 takes shape
Production-ready prototypes signal a major shift as BMW prepares its most advanced mid-size sedan yet.

VFACTS January 2026: Electrified vehicles continue to surge as petrol, diesel sales decline
Sales of petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles continue their sales decline as more and more Australians embrace electrified options.

Federal Government partners with Hyundai and Kia to offer discounted loans on electric vehicles
The federal government’s Clean Energy Finance Corporation is committing up to $60 million to help reduce the cost of Hyundai and Kia EVs.

Oh oh, Tesla: China’s move to ban flush door handles over safety concerns
New regulations will require mechanical door releases after incidents raised fears occupants could be trapped following crashes.

BMW boosts range for iX1 and iX2 as small EV battle heats up
Efficiency tweaks deliver longer driving distances without changing performance or charging times.

Tesla will kill the Model S and Model X to make way for robot production
Production of Tesla’s trailblazing Model S and Model X will end later in 2026 to make way for the company’s new Optimus robots.

MG4 Urban: International pricing revealed as potential guide for its Australian arrival
Newer, cheaper MG4 Urban priced thousands less than the regular MG4, with both expected to soon go on sale in Australia.

EVs outsell petrol vehicles in Europe for the first time – and Australia is mirroring the shift
Battery-powered and electrified vehicles have hit a milestone in key markets both in Europe and Australia, show December 2025 figures.

Toyota teaser image sparks speculation about new SUV
Shadowy first image hints at a larger, boxier model that could finally give Toyota a true three-row EV.

Honda unveils ultra-light modular caravan concept for EV owners
Base Station Prototype showcases off-grid tech and flexible design aimed at EV-friendly touring.

Kia EV6: Brand’s breakthrough EV revamped and priced for Australia
Former Wheels Car of the Year winner Kia EV6 facelifted with new styling, more range and more standard equipment.

Honda to use new logo with fresh H design – but only for certain models
Honda is going back to its roots with a fresh new logo design that will launch in 2027, but only select models will use it.

Zeekr 7GT electric wagon edges closer to Australia with right-hand drive confirmed
The 800-volt shooting brake combines supercar pace, ultra-fast charging and premium tech as local prospects strengthen.

Mazda CX-6e: Second new electric Mazda confirmed for Australia in 2026
The Mazda CX-6e will be sold in Australia later in 2026 offering nearly 500km of electric driving range.

Mazda delays first in-house EV platform again, pushing debut to 2028
Brand will rely on Chinese-sourced EVs in the interim as it takes more time to perfect its own scalable architecture.

Tesla boosts Australian warranty coverage as EV competition intensifies
Five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty introduced for Model 3 and Model Y buyers from 2026.

Volvo teases new EX60 electric SUV with 800km range claim and ultra-fast charging
New mid-size luxury EV to debut on January 21, promising class-leading efficiency, new platform tech and familiar Volvo design cues.

Hyundai confirms ELEXIO electric SUV for Australia with Q1 2026 launch
New mid-size EV slots between KONA Electric and IONIQ 5, offering 546km range and a $59,990 drive-away price.

EV sales show sharp Tesla drop in Australia – as Polestar rises
New Electric Vehicle Council data shows strong growth for Polestar, softer year for Tesla, and Model Y finishing 2025 on top.

Mercedes-Benz confirms electric S-Class to replace EQS in years to come
Next-generation S-Class will offer electric and combustion versions on separate platforms as Mercedes resets its EV strategy.

BYD overtakes Tesla as global EV sales leader after latter’s second annual slump
Surging Chinese competition and slowing demand see BYD claim the top spot in battery-electric vehicle sales worldwide.

Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance turns the dial up to 11
With more power, aggressive aero and next-gen steer-by-wire tech, Lexus’s new electric flagship shows how serious the brand is about performance EVs.

Geely to launch EX2 electric city hatch in Australia from late 2026
Compact EV will serve as brand’s new entry model as it expands its local line-up.

Jaecoo confirms single-spec J5 EV for Australia in 2026
Jaecoo’s first all-electric product in Australia, the J5 EV small SUV, will launch locally in January 2026.














