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New larger BYD premium Seal 07 electric sedan spotted in filings ahead of launch

New larger BYD premium Seal 07 electric sedan spotted in filings ahead of launch

BYD appears to be on the verge of releasing a range of new and updated models, with a new version of the Seal EV spotted in regulatory filings.
Smart makes electric return with small #2 city car

Smart makes electric return with small #2 city car

Smart is bringing back a 2.75-metre, 2-seater EV, with 300 km of range, coming with the new name of #2.
Nio reaches 120 million battery swaps as latest generation station unveiled, may be headed for Australia

Nio reaches 120 million battery swaps as latest generation station unveiled, may be headed for Australia

Chinese specialist Nio reaches 120 million battery swaps as it still considers a move into Australia.
Motoring group says BYD and MG EVs are most searched cars as buyers seek shelter from rising fuel prices

Motoring group says BYD and MG EVs are most searched cars as buyers seek shelter from rising fuel prices

EVs from Chinese car makers BYD and MG have been the most searched across motoring group’s web site since fuel prices starting surging earlier this year.
End of the road for solar car pioneer

End of the road for solar car pioneer

Company established a decade ago with a dream of making an affordable solar EV has finally closed its doors after being unable to raise new finance.
Australian electric vehicle sales by month in 2026 – by model and by brand

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 from most car makers for July.
BYD announces cashback offer for another of its best-selling EVs

BYD announces cashback offer for another of its best-selling EVs

BYD announces new cash back offer on its second top-selling EV in a week as it seeks to get through excess stock and challenge Toyota for top car spot.
Honda prices first its electric car, and Australia’s smallest EV, from $36,900 driveway as pre-orders open

Honda prices first its electric car, and Australia’s smallest EV, from $36,900 driveway as pre-orders open

Honda prices its first electric car in Australia at just $36,900 driveway, but has set a low sales target – at least for the rest of this year.