

Tesla

New ANCAP five-star safety ratings revealed for BYD, MG, Tesla and Skoda
The latest ANCAP crash test results are five stars across the board, including new models from BYD, Tesla and MG, and re-testing a Skoda.

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.

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.

Tesla Full-Self Driving approved by first European country
The Netherlands is the first European country to approve the Tesla autonomous driving tech, with more countries expected to follow.

Australia’s EV boom is in full swing – here are the top 10 cars people are buying
As fuel prices continue to surge amid the Middle East conflict, Australian new car buyers are gravitating to EVs in ever-increasing numbers.

Insurance data confirms surge in EV interest as fuel crisis reshapes demand
NRMA Insurance data shows quotes for electric vehicles jumped in March 2026 as more Australians consider electric cars.

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.
