William Stopford
2027 Geely EX5 update detailed: RWD, ultra-fast charging available, Australian timing TBD
The updated Geely EX5 in China gets dramatically faster charging, plus more range and performance and rear-wheel drive.
2 Days Ago
Damion Smy
Tesla introduces a new feature it hopes you’ll never use
A new ‘peace of mind’ feature has been introduced for Tesla Superchargers in the United States, which could be rolled out to other countries.
2 Days Ago
William Stopford
Hyundai Ioniq 3 electric hatch cancelled for Australia
Hyundai won't bring its Turkish-built Ioniq 3 electric hatchback to Australia, after previously confirming it for an early 2027 launch.
5 Days Ago
William Stopford
2027 Mitsubishi ASX VR-e EV lineup detailed, pricing TBC
Mitsubishi Australia has issued specs for its all-new small electric SUV but it's yet to confirm pricing for its long-awaited return to the EV market.
5 Days Ago
Damion Smy
Ampol buys Evie in $225m EV charging network deal
The deal will see the petrol retailer more than triple its charging bay count, creating one of Australia’s largest public EV charging networks
5 Days Ago
William Stopford
Nissan Pixo, Micra baby EVs ruled out for Australia
Nissan won't introduce a pair of Renault-based, pint-size electric hatchbacks to Australia, even though they're built in right-hand drive.
6 Days Ago
William Stopford
Tesla Model 3 becomes Australia's cheapest electric sedan
The base price of the Tesla Model 3 is now $9000 lower, while a new larger touchscreen and vehicle-to-load functionality join the range.
6 Days Ago
William Stopford
Isuzu D-Max EV: Australian launch cancelled, still no sign of hybrid, PHEV options
The D-Max EV may beat the Toyota HiLux BEV at towing, but the brand thinks it wouldn't have beaten it in sales. Plans to sell it here have been axed.
7 Days Ago
William Stopford
2027 Mitsubishi ASX VR-e “won’t be the cheapest” small electric SUV in Australia, as New Zealand pricing announced
Mitsubishi is finally launching an electric SUV in Australia, but it warns it won't be the cheapest model in its segment.
13 Days Ago
William Stopford
Chinese joint-venture partner bypassing GM with Australian entry
A cut-price Chinese automaker that General Motors has a long-standing joint venture with appears to be entering Australia, and its vehicles won't be distributed by the existing GM operation.
14 Days Ago
Dave Kavermann
Rolls-Royce's ultra-exclusive EV begins global testing
Rolls-Royce has commenced extensive testing of its limited-run Project Nightingale, an electric two-seater of which just 100 units will be produced.
15 Days Ago
Damion Smy
2027 Ford Transit Custom PHEV, E-Transit Custom prices cut
Price cuts apply across the electrified Transit Custom range, while the E-Transit Custom gains a larger battery and all versions add onboard power.
15 Days Ago
William Stopford
GWM plans major expansion of its small EV range, including sedan, more budget-friendly hatch
An Uber-friendly sedan and a sub-$30,000 hatch could join the expanding GWM Ora 5 EV lineup in Australia.
16 Days Ago
William Stopford
Subaru Trailseeker becomes one of the few EVs available in Australia with this important feature
The Subaru Trailseeker can now be had with a space-saver spare wheel, but it won't come standard.
16 Days Ago
William Stopford
2027 Smart #5 price and specs: New Tesla Model Y rival here this year
Smart is entering the most competitive segment in the Australian electric vehicle market with the #5 mid-size SUV.
19 Days Ago
Alborz Fallah
BYD Sealion 7 joins Amber’s vehicle-to-grid program
Eligible owners will receive battery warranty support for V2G use, while program participants can access a six per cent discount on selected new BYD vehicles.
19 Days Ago