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Thursday, July 23, 2026

Thursday, July 23, 2026

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Video: 2027 Genesis GV60 – everything that’s new
The Genesis GV60 has received its biggest update since launching in Australia. Can it tempt buyers away from its traditional European luxury rivals?
Sam Parkinson

Jul 23, 2026

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EV News

Xpeng gives first glimpse of right hand version of its L03 electric fastback
Xpeng gives first view of the right hand version of its not-so-small L03 electric fastback, but who decided to put the charging port on the driver’s side?
Bryce Gaton

Jul 23, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Tesla profits squeezed by big bets on AI, merger with SpaceX not ruled out by Elon Musk
Tesla is now pulling in more than $US100 billion in revenue per year, but its margins are being crunched by its big bets on AI and FSD and robots.
Giles Parkinson

Jul 23, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Mercedes-Benz unveils new electric SUV with long range and a super screen, yours from $112k
Mercedes-Benz says the all-new electric GLC 400 4Matic electric SUV is now available to order in Australia, starting from $112,200.
Joshua S. Hill

Jul 23, 2026

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Electric Flight

Government commits $32 million to turn forestry waste into Australian-made jet fuel
The federal government has announced a $32 million investment to help support a plan to convert forestry waste into Australian-made jet fuel.
Joshua S. Hill

Jul 22, 2026

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EV News

Volkswagen strikes success with electric ID Polo, unveils new ID Cross EV as massive job cuts loom
VW strikes early success with electric ID Polo, unveils new electric ID Cross and at the same time contemplates job cuts of up to 100,000 as it faces China competition.
Joshua S. Hill

Jul 21, 2026

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EV News

Range Rover Sport Electric will be brand’s second EV
Range Rover to launch its second EV, the Sport Electric, a luxury electric SUV that the company hopes will “redefine” the segment.
Joshua S. Hill

Jul 21, 2026

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EV News

Xpeng launches X9 luxury people mover in Australia, priced from $89,900
Chinese car maker Xpeng unveils price and specs of its second EV in Australia, the seven seat X9 people mover.
Bryce Gaton

Jul 21, 2026

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Charging & V2G

Australia Post to expand country’s largest electric delivery fleet with help of government grant
Australia Post, which already boasts the country’s largest electric delivery fleet, to use government funds to buy electric trucks and prime movers, and more charging stations.
Joshua S. Hill

Jul 21, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Xpeng announces multiple new EVs for Australia, and an AI future of robotaxis, flying cars and humanoid robots
Xpeng takes a leaf out of Elon Musk’s playbook with massive expansion plans beyond just the new EV models arriving in Australia this year.
Bryce Gaton

Jul 21, 2026

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EV News

BYD seeks early interest in upgraded Atto 3, with more power and premium interior
BYD invites expressions of interest in upgraded version of Atto 3 electric SUV, with a more powerful motor and premium interior.
Riz Akhtar

Jul 21, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

New Chinese marque completes testing on “tough” Australian roads ahead of launch of its first EV
New Chinese marque tests out its electric prototypes in Australia – and some of the “toughest vehicle conditions anywhere in the world” ahead of its first EV launch.
Joshua S. Hill

Jul 20, 2026

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