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How long is the life of an electric vehicle battery? New study delivers surprising results…
Analysis of 8,000 used EVs in the UK eases concerns about long-term degradation.
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
Mazda 6e electric sedan opens for Australian pre-orders
Rear-wheel-drive EV claims up to 560km range, two grades and fast-charging capability
Next-generation Toyota Yaris to offer petrol, hybrid and electric options
New small car due around 2027–28 as Toyota adopts multi-energy strategy for global markets.
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.
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.
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?
CUPRA expands Leon VZe Sportstourer range with new Extreme Package option
Performance-focused upgrade brings Brembo brakes, bucket seats and aero enhancements to plug-in hybrid wagon.
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.
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.
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.
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.
2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, 2nd: GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
The GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is disrupting the dual-cab universe with larger overall dimensions and its fuel-sipping plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
Stellantis writes down billions at it resets on EV strategy for Jeep, Chrysler, RAM
Jeep, Ram and Chrysler owner joins growing list of automakers rethinking electric ambitions amid slowing uptake.
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.
How BYD plans to further conquer the Aussie car market: ‘We’re faster than any other brand’
Having overtaken Tesla in the Australian new car market when it comes to EV sales, BYD Australia has its eye firmly on further growth, and not just with pure electric vehicles.
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.
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.
VFACTS January 2026: Electrified vehicles continue to surge as petrol, diesel sales decline
Sales of petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles continue their sales decline as more and more Australians embrace electrified options.
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.
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.
BMW boosts range for iX1 and iX2 as small EV battle heats up
Efficiency tweaks deliver longer driving distances without changing performance or charging times.
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.
MG4 Urban: International pricing revealed as potential guide for its Australian arrival
Newer, cheaper MG4 Urban priced thousands less than the regular MG4, with both expected to soon go on sale in Australia.
