July 2025

The dirty Australian loophole in plug-in hybrid emissions ratings

New regulations in Europe recognise that plug in hybrids are three times more polluting than previously claimed. The Australian government needs to catch up and close this emissions loophole.

2 min

EV News

Tesla slashes inventory Model Y prices by up to $11,000

Tesla has slashed the prices of inventory stock of the Model Y, while in Canada the company is offering even deeper discounts on its new refreshed model.

10 min

Zeekr X Review: Neck-snapping performance in more ways than one

The Zeekr X is a fun, sporty little car to drive, combined with a premium interior that lives up to the luxury aspirations of the brand. But there are a few areas of improvement.

1 min

How Sarah Aubrey electrified her home | The Driven Podcast

Sarah Aubrey talks about her EV journey, why Australia is being left behind on transport decarbonisation, and how her visit to China opened her eyes to what’s already possible.

3 min

Australia will need a lot of big charging hubs: ARENA says electrifying road freight no longer optional

Arena report into electrification of road transport highlights need for 165 heavy vehicle charging hubs and upgrades to energy transmission and distribution infrastructure.

2 min

Tesla says there are no regulatory blockers to FSD in Australia and rollout is imminent

Tesla self-driving software has no regulatory blockers in Australia as country manager shares rollout plan for customers.

2 min

EV News

“Signal to the world:” BYD founder on hand to deliver company’s 60,000th car in Australia

BYD delivers its 60,000th car in Australia in under 3 years as the company aims for a top 10 spot. Founder says it's a signal to the world that it can succeed in mature markets.

2 min

EV News

Kia’s first electric sedan now approved for sale in Australia

Kia's next EV has now been approved for sale in Australia, meaning the company's first electric sedan, the EV4, could be available in Australia within a few months.

4 min

EX90: Volvo’s most powerful SUV is a fast, luxury electric 7-seater done right

We drove Volvo's latest electric SUV on Victorian roads to see what the luxury EX90 was like to live with.

2 min

Tesla reveals FSD demo in streets of Sydney

Tesla full-self-driving software lands back in Australia, with a new video shot in the streets of Sydney and across the harbour bridge.