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Tesla launches cheapest Cybertruck under $A85,000
More than two years since the first batch of Cybertruck deliveries, the cheapest version has landed, priced at $A85,000 with more than 520 km of range.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 23, 2026

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Electric Cars

Hyundai Elexio scores 5 stars for safety, despite risk to pedestrians from SUVs
The Elexio SUV generally scored well by Australian vehicle safety standards, except for the threat the new electric SUV poses to other road users.
Rachel Williamson

Feb 20, 2026

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Polestar details plan for its next four EV model launches
Polestar’s head office in Sweden has released more detailed plans regarding the arrival of four new models over the next two years.
Bryce Gaton

Feb 20, 2026

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Tesla cars with FSD Supervised have officially driven 13 billion kilometres
New data shows Tesla’s FSD Supervised usage now exceeds 13 billion km ahead of rapid expansion in 2026.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 20, 2026

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Reader Question: In the future, will we see battery upgrades for current model BEVs?
It can and has been done, but vehicle manufacturers are notoriously bad at offering upgrades to existing models.
Bryce Gaton

Feb 19, 2026

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Tesla rival Xpeng shows off its autonomous driving chops with real-world demo
Chinese EV manufacturer and Tesla FSD rival Xpeng has showcased its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to global delegates in live road demonstrations.
Joshua S. Hill

Feb 19, 2026

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BYD racks up six million credits under new emissions standards, ICE cars face huge fines
First performance report from New Vehicle Efficiency Standard Regulator has bad news for some of Australia’s best-selling brands, as BYD, Toyota and Tesla shine.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Feb 19, 2026

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Mazda’s second EV set to land in Australia in July starting from $50,000
Japanese carmaker confirms pricing and specs for new 6e battery electric vehicle due in Australia in July and starting from $49,990.
Joshua S. Hill

Feb 18, 2026

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Tesla produces first Cybercab Robotaxi without steering wheel or pedals
Tesla’s first Cybercab Robotaxi rolls off the production line, expected to have half the parts of a Model 3.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 18, 2026

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Videos

Video: BMW iX3 – The first of a new era
Get an up-close first look at the new BMW iX3 (iX3 50), one of the first Neue Klasse electric vehicles in Australia.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 18, 2026

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EV News

BMW iX3 preview: Australia officially has EVs with over 800 km of range
BMW’s iX3 Neue Klasse sets a new benchmark in German EVs – and should end range anxiety for Australians still sitting on the fence about going electric.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 18, 2026

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EV News

Tesla using FSD tries to drive its owner into a lake
Video has emerged showing a Tesla using Full Self Driving software take an unexpected turn down a boat ramp leading into a lake.
Joshua S. Hill

Feb 18, 2026

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