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Polestar unveils conventional rear window in latest Polestar 4 SUV variant
New Polestar 4 electric SUV will feature a conventional rear windscreen, doing away with the digital rear-view mirror with a live camera feed in the coupe version.“Imagine a city that’s pollution-free:” Volvo delivers first 10 Australia-made battery electric trucks, with 700 km range
Ten heavy-duty electric trucks have rolled off an Australian production line in a move experts say could slash emissions and change the way freight moves around the nation.
MG ditches base variants of MGS5 electric SUV, adds more range to flagship model
MG has ditched the base variants of its MGS5 small electric SUV, and boosted the capacity of its flagship model in response to customer feedback.Podcasts
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Australian electric vehicle sales by month in 2026 – by model and by brand
Updated: A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month in Australia in 2026. Latest data includes results for June, now with more manufacturer data.Reservations open in Australia for Xpeng G6Â electric SUV, with ultra-fast charging
Xpeng says reservations are now open for the new G6 mid-size electric SUV, starting from just over $50,000 and an electric range of around 500 kilometres.
Australians bought an EV every 77 seconds in June, as even car lobby admits “structural shift” to electric cars
Australians bought an EV or a plug in every 77 seconds in June. Once they start buying an EV every 30 seconds, then electrics will outsell cars with combustion engines.Reviews
Xpeng LO3 first impressions: A new low-cost electric SUV that could take brand into mainstream
We get first glimpse of the new Xpeng LO3 electric SUV, which is expected to be launched soon at an attractive price that could launch company into mainstream.
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