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Saturday, July 18, 2026

Saturday, July 18, 2026

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Policy

Electric vehicles deliver radical emissions cut – driven by the federal tax exemption
The Electric Car Discount has had its naysayers, but it’s definitely doing what it promised: boosting EV sales and cutting transport emissions.
Rachel Williamson

Feb 25, 2026

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Real-world fuel consumption of plug-in hybrids is 300% higher than official ratings
The average real-world fuel consumption of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles in Europe is around 300% higher than official tests, new research has found.
Joshua S. Hill

Feb 25, 2026

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BYD’s Denza Z electric sports car spotted without camouflage
BYD’s sleek new electric sports car spotted, revealing key details ahead of imminent reveal.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 24, 2026

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Tesla Model Y L six-seater approved for sale in Australia
Tesla’s six-seat Model Y L has received ADR approval in Australia, paving the way for the longer-wheelbase variant to join the local line-up.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 24, 2026

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Farizon offers $3,888 cashback on electric SV van
Farizon offers a cash-back deal on its SV electric van as part of Lunar New Year bid to help grow sales.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 24, 2026

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Videos

Video: Kia EV4 walkaround
Sarah from Electrify This does a walkaround of the newly launched Kia EV4.
Electrify This

Feb 24, 2026

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Denza B5 PHEV tested in the Flinders: Can BYD’s electrified 4WD challenge the Prado?
The Denza B5 is one of the first serious electrified challengers to Australia’s diesel 4WD stronghold. We put it to the test in the Flinders Ranges.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 23, 2026

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ICE trucks and buses cost society billions in premature deaths, chronic illness
Premature deaths and childhood asthma are among the health risks of allowing high-polluting heavy vehicles to travel on populated routes.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Feb 23, 2026

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EV News

Hyundai confirms base variant of their newest and potentially best-selling EV
Hyundai thinks the new Elexio could become its best-selling EV in Australia – and now it’s getting a cheaper version. Here’s what the new entry-level variant adds (and what it leaves out).
Tim Eden

Feb 23, 2026

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BYD’s possible next EV for Australia – a luxurious people mover – spotted in the wild
BYD’s next luxury offering and likely its longest-wheel-base model yet, spotted in Melbourne.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 23, 2026

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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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