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Ferrari Luce reaction: Share price tumbles as first EV revealed, former CEO labels it ‘destruction of a legend’
Ferrari’s legacy for producing high-powered sports cars came into question yesterday, with the brand’s first-ever electric vehicle sending stock prices into retreat and its former chairman criticising the new vehicle.
Ferrari reveals first-ever electric car with 1035hp Luce grand tourer
Four-door EV introduces new design language, four-motor drivetrain and tactile cabin as Ferrari enters the electric era.
Australia’s most EV-friendly cities named in new study
Research ranks capital cities on charging access, ownership rates and charging costs as electric vehicle uptake continues to accelerate nationwide.
MG launches MGS6 EV electric SUV with plus-500km range
New mid-size electric SUV arrives with up to 530km claimed range, dual-motor AWD option and family-focused practicality.
Volkswagen leaves door open to bring smaller, more affordable electric cars to Australia
Australia has so far missed out on smaller electric Volkswagen products, but that could change in the future if demand is there and charging infrastructure improves.
EV roadblocks soften as market share increases… but more people would prefer to stick to petrol – report
The latest study into Australian attitudes towards EV ownership shows mixed results, with cost and range anxiety easier to swallow, but preferences for petrol on the increase.
Skoda Epiq: Cheap electric SUV revealed, confirmed for Australia in 2027
Skoda’s cheapest ever electric car has been revealed in the form of the Epiq small SUV, which will go on sale locally in 2027 with up to 430km of range.
Hyundai’s performance EVs brought artificial gear changes… but could they also introduce simulated stick-shift?
Not content to stop at a simulated dual-clutch shift feel for its EVs, Hyundai’s next driver engagement feature will bring stick-shift action to electric vehicles, but it’s a simulation too.
Mercedes-AMG unveils electric GT 4-door coupé with 860 kW of peak power
New performance EV new uses axial flux motors combined with a high-performance, Formula 1-inspired battery system.
Chinese smartphone brand Xiaomi becomes quickest SUV around the Nürburgring
Chinese automaker Xiaomi has taken another Nürburgring record, this time with its YU7 GT SUV.
Volkswagen: Electrified future will be driven by customer demand, not mandates
Volkswagen plans more electrified products for Australia but what type of vehicles will be driven by customer preference rather than government incentives, says the brand.
BYD promotes shipment of 5000 vehicles headed for Australia amid EV surge
First shipment aboard BYD-owned cargo vessel includes EVs, plug-in hybrids and DENZA models destined for Australian buyers.
Australia’s most common collisions revealed in latest NRMA data
New insurance claims figures reveal rising wildlife crashes and concerns over drivers disabling safety technology.
Volkswagen’s first electric ID. Polo GTI takes aim at hot hatch purists
New ID. Polo GTI combines front-wheel-drive dynamics, adaptive suspension and fast charging as Volkswagen prepares its electric performance future.
China’s domestic car sales drop again but exports continue to grow
A seven-month sales slide in China has been offset by growing export sales as Chinese brands look to capitalise on higher-margin international opportunities.
New car waiting lists to grow if Hormuz closure continues
In a repeat of Covid-era automotive component delays, new car supplies could dwindle as the ongoing closure of the Straight of Hormuz holds up essential materials.
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
Best Small SUVs 2026: Electric
From affordable newcomers to premium EVs, the latest electric small SUVs promise longer range, smarter technology and improved everyday usability.
Top 10 cheapest EVs in Australia right now
Over the uncertainty around petrol prices and supply? If you’re considering making the jump to an electric vehicle, here are the 10 cheapest EV models on the market…
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.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N review: The most fun you can have without an engine
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N rewrites the electric vehicle rulebook in a package equally at home on the race track as it is on the road.
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.
