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BYD’s local boss says battery tech key to Aussies buying more EVs

The company’s local boss, Stephen Collins, says BYD will continue to pile resources into refining its already impressive battery technology to attract otherwise sceptical buyers.

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Denza B8 and Hyundai Elexio secure five-star ANCAP ratings

New plug-in hybrid and electric SUVs praised for strong crash protection and advanced safety technology.

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Hyundai Australia boss says N division will remain vital despite NVES fines

Hyundai faces multimillion-dollar NVES fines but says its diverse mix of petrol, hybrid and EV models – plus strong N brand loyalty – offsets the penalty.

Reviews

Jaecoo J5 EV review: Stylish small electric SUV takes on BYD’s Atto 2

The J5 EV is the latest, smallest and greenest SUV that Jaecoo has launched. Is there more to it than its bargain pricing?

Comparisons

Powertrain battle! Nissan X-Trail v Tesla Model Y v MG HS Hybrid+

Australian buyers love medium and large SUVs – and the choices have never been more broad than they are right now. The question is, which powertrain suits you? best? Regular hybrid, petrol generator electric, or full electric? Three very different combatants duke it out

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Mazda 6e electric sedan opens for Australian pre-orders

Rear-wheel-drive EV claims up to 560km range, two grades and fast-charging capability

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Tesla adds Grok AI chatbot to Model 3 and Model Y – including adults-only mode

New voice assistant brings customisable personalities – including adults-only modes such as ‘unhinged’ and ‘sexy’ to Teslas.

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China moves to ban yoke steering wheels

New safety rules to outlaw Tesla-style controls from 2027, citing crash concerns.

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Kia EV9 GT finally goes on sale in Australia as part of 2026 range

Kia’s largest EV9 electric SUV has been GT-fied with more power, adaptive suspension and more sporting styling inside and out.

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Suzuki e Vitara: Details revealed for brand’s first EV ahead of June arrival

Suzuki’s first EV in Australia, the new e Vitara small SUV, will arrive locally from June with two models available.

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Tesla shifts to subscription-only model for full self-driving in Australia

Buyers have until March 31, 2026 to secure Full Self-Driving (Supervised) outright.

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Toyota Highlander BEV finally revealed as electric Kluger – but will Australia see it?

The next generation of Toyota Highlander (Kluger) has been revealed as a futuristic all-electric seven-seat SUV. But will it be sold in Australia?

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BYD Atto 3: Powerful Evo facelift approved for Australia

Now approved for Australia, the BYD Atto 3 has been given a significant upgrade with more range, more power, more features and more practicality.

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Ferrari Luce: Details revealed for Modena’s first electric vehicle

Ferrari’s new Luce electric grand tourer interior revealed with physical buttons and an iPhone-like dashboard ahead of a May debut.

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BYD’s Aussie boss on its battle with Tesla: ‘It’s about value as much as range and battery smarts’

BYD continues on its strong growth trajectory in Australia and while battery technology and efficiency might seem on face value to be the key, the local boss thinks there’s another factor at play.

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Just seven traditional petrol-powered cars were sold in Norway last month

With battery electric vehicles holding almost 96 per cent market share in Norway, sales of petrol and diesel cars are plummeting.

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Tesla’s long anticipated Roadster may finally surface as new trademarks emerge

Fresh filings fuel speculation the long-delayed electric supercar is finally nearing its long-promised debut.

UOTY

2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year Winner: BYD Shark 6

In a first for Wheels, dual cabs get their own segment and new yearly award – with a razor sharp focus. And it’s one of the newer brands taking out our first-ever Ute of the Year award, the BYD Shark 6.

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Mercedes-AMG confirms three-model electric future focused on performance SUVs

AMG confirms dedicated electric sedan, SUV and SUV-coupé on new high-output AMG.EA platform.

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Geely EX5 to finally offer Android Auto through latest over-the-air update

Android smartphone mirroring tech will be available in the Geely EX5 thanks to a new over-the-air software update.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Tesla reveals tweaks to names for popular models  

Tesla has rolled out a revised model naming structure in Australia to align with other markets. Could it mean the Standard models are coming?