Giles Parkinson & Riz Akhtar, Author at The Driven

“No steering wheels, no pedals:” Tesla unveils two new EVs from the future

Tesla finally unveils the prototype of its robotaxi with no steering wheels or pedals, and introduced the Tesla robovan as an added surprise. But not everyone is convinced.

1 min

The Driven Podcast: Polestar’s big play on electric SUVs

We take a drive in the new Polestar 3, and talk to the company's Australia boss Scott Maynard about the EV industry and the rollout of the company's new models.

1 min

The Driven Podcast: How Smart is an EV?

Smart delivers its first EVs into Australian market and we talk to chief designer Kai Sieber. Plus: Stagnating EV sales – do we blame the Elon effect, FUD, or cost of living?

3 min

Price war helps electric vehicle sales rebound in May, as BYD eats into Tesla market share

EV sales see a rise with over 8,000 electric cars sold in Australia in May, but with BYD and other Chinese car makers eating into Tesla's dominant market share.

4 min

One key passenger car market in Australia is now almost totally electric

EVs now account for more than 85 per cent of sales in one key sector of Australia's new car market, but more affordable electric models have yet to get full traction.

4 min

Tesla share of Australia EV market falls below 50 pct as Chinese brands make their marque

Tesla's EV market share in Australia has dropped below 50 pct in the latest month, as lower cost Chinese brands gain market share. Includes sales data for all models.

3 min

EV Sales

Australia’s lowest cost EVs give electric sales a boost as MG4 leapfrogs Model 3

Australia's lowest cost EVs are making a splash in the new car market, with the MG4 overtaking the Model 3.

3 min

EV News

Tesla unveils long awaited Model 3 upgrade: It’s got buttons, and it costs more

Tesla has finally unveiled its upgraded Model 3 electric sedan - the long awaited result of Project Highland - that features significant changes to its exterior and the interior layout.

Ford Ranger blocks 3 Tesla charging stations

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Model Y drops back to fourth most popular new car in July, EV sales at 7 pct

Tesla Model Y falls back to fourth most popular new vehicle in July, and cedes top passenger car rating to the MG ZS.

3 min

Model Y now second best selling car in Australia as EVs hit record 8.8 per cent

Model Y becomes second best selling car of any type in Australia, as EVs hit a record share of 8.8 per cent of new car sales.

Giles Parkinson & Riz Akhtar