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Electric car sales pass 100,000 mark in Australia
There are now more than 100,000 EVs in Australia, but there’s still a long way to go before they become mainstream
What are sodium-ion electric car batteries?
Lithium-ion battery costs have risen, proving a headache for cheaper EVs. But, sodium-ion tech is emerging as a potential solution
Victoria’s EV tax “unfairly” levied, says state ombudsman
After numerous complaints and two high court actions, Victoria’s controversial electric vehicle levy has been criticised as “policy on the run”
Honda electric sports car concepts: The return of NSX, Prelude or both?
Honda will reveal an electric Specialty Sports Concept, sparking speculation of a NSX and/or Prelude revival
Interview: Chargefox chief discusses EV charging problems & promised improvements
Australia’s largest public EV charging network has developed a poor reputation with complaints by users and the media. WhichCar spoke to the Chargefox CEO to address the critics, accusations and misconceptions
EU to weaken Euro 7 emissions mandate to focus on EVs
To focus on developing electric cars, the EU has followed calls to weaken impending strict emissions mandates
New Nissan Micra previewed as a wicked little EV racer
Nissan’s celebratory 20-23 concept just so happens to glimpse ahead at an urban electric car, too
Formula E replica racer shows off Hankook’s EV-specific iON tyre
Tyre maker Hankook shows off EV-specific rubber at Melbourne EV show
Electric car servicing explained: What do EVs cost to maintain?
Do electric cars need regular servicing? What does it include? Is it cheaper to maintain an EV than a petrol or diesel car? Find out in this handy guide
Is it time to buy an electric car? Crunching the numbers!
Is the tide turning for EVs? We’ve crunched the numbers on how much you could save by making the electric switch
2024 Abarth 500e pricing and features confirmed for Australia
The hotted-up Abarth 500e will soon arrive in Australia with a $6400 premium over the Fiat version
Polestar 3 designer Nahum Escobedo lists ‘potato-shaped’ cars among his pet peeves
Ever wondered what keeps a car designer up at night? Designer Nahum Escobedo lets us know what he doesn’t want Polestar to stand for
Volvo to ditch diesel ahead of EV-only by 2030
Volvo has taken another step away from internal combustion engines
Toyota, Lexus planning next-gen EVs with Tesla inspiration
Lexus is developing its next-gen EVs, which will learn from Tesla and use a modular structure design
Electric 2027 BMW M3 could be a 1000kW quad-motor powerhouse
BMW executives aren’t holding back for the next generation of electric M cars
Porsche Taycan proves crossing the Australian Outback in an EV is possible
With F1 star Mark Webber at the helm, a Taycan Cross Turismo made it from Darwin to Bondi
NSW to end EV rebate early to focus on charging infrastructure
New South Wales will end its electric vehicle rebate earlier than initially planned, though the state government will instead focus investment on charging infrastructure
Retro Honda Motocompacto e-scooter unveiled: Cheaper than a new iPhone!
Is it a suitcase, a cheese block or a large ID card on wheels? Yes, and it’s electric! Now, it’s time to question: Do you really need a car?
Electric v Petrol: How much does it cost to charge vs fuel a car?
What are the running costs of an electric vehicle when compared to the internal combustion engined cars we’ve known for so long?
EV-sharing startup to serve Gold Coast apartment owners
Outbound has added its fifth high-end property partner to provide on-demand EV access for residents
2023 LDV Mifa 9: Mid-trip battery swapping possible for Australia
Already steamrolling ahead in China, SAIC brasses said the tech could come down under
2026 BMW 3 Series sedan and wagon EVs previewed in renders
Based on the Neue Klasse concept, here’s our take on the next electric 3 Series
2024 LDV eDeliver 7 confirmed for Australia; diesel to follow
LDV importer Ateco has today confirmed the eDeliver 7 could arrive by the end of the year
EV battery fire at Sydney Airport under investigation
Several vehicles destroyed after “unusual incident” involving a separated battery pack from an MG electric car
