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Tesla facing different legal actions in Australia over full self-driving claims
Australian owners challenge $10,000 software promises as courts examine limits of Tesla’s driver-assist technology.
Tesla Model Y L now available to order in Australia
Tesla’s longer and more spacious new six-seater Model Y L is now available to order in Australia and is priced from $74,900 plus on-road costs.
Tesla confirms six-seat Model Y L for Australia
Although pricing and launch date details are still unavailable, Tesla Australia today confirmed it’s larger, six-seat Model Y is set to go on sale in Australia.
China’s ban on flush door handles set to disrupt global EV design
With mandatory regulation and design changes come associated manufacturing costs, but analysts say the ban put in place by China could also offer opportunities.
Tesla begins Australian rollout of Grok AI assistant
Software update adds xAI-powered system to eligible Model S, 3, X and Y vehicles, starting with HW3 cars.
Tesla Model Y L six-seater one step closer to Australia
Australia’s best-selling electric vehicle is set to expand with local approval for a three-row, six-seat Tesla Model Y.
Tesla slashes price of Cybertruck with new entry-level model
A new entry level model slashes Cybertruck price by U$S10,000 but will it be enough to halt the model’s sales slide?
Tesla ditches popular driver-assist name after pressure from government agency
After regulatory pressure in California, Tesla is forced to clarify the limits of its Level 2 driver-assistance systems and reduce consumer confusion.
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.
China moves to ban yoke steering wheels
New safety rules to outlaw Tesla-style controls from 2027, citing crash concerns.
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.
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.
Wheels crowns its first-ever Ute of the Year in new February 2026 issue
Nine of Australia’s best-selling dual-cab utes face Car of the Year-style testing as Wheels launches a landmark new award.
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.
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?
What’s your dream car? New research reveals which rides Australians crave
The world’s most desired cars have been revealed through a survey of the most popular Google searches over the past five years.
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.
Tesla quietly kills some standard safety features in North America; Australia unaffected
Tesla to charge monthly subscription for safety and driver assist features previously regarded as standard.
ANCAP reveals top safety performers of 2025
ANCAP reveals its top performers over the course of its 2025 safety testing, with a few surprises in store.
Tesla boosts Australian warranty coverage as EV competition intensifies
Five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty introduced for Model 3 and Model Y buyers from 2026.
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.
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.
Safest used cars rated in latest expert safety report
New MUARC ratings reveal strong real-world safety in affordable used cars, with models like the Mazda3 standing out as safer picks amid growing concerns over heavier modern vehicles.
Tesla Model 3: New variant now the longest-range EV in Australia
The Tesla Model 3 has become the longest-range electric car on sale in Australia thanks to a new Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive variant.
