“The limits of physics:” Tesla’s new Roadster to be finally unveiled before Christmas
Tesla's head designer says Tesla's next new EV, the updated Roadster, is expected to be revealed in 2025 and will "test the limits of physics".
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Riz is the founder of carloop based in Melbourne, specialising in Australian EV data, insight reports and trends. He is a mechanical engineer who spent the first 7 years of his career building transport infrastructure before starting carloop. He has a passion for cars, particularly EVs and wants to help reduce transport emissions in Australia. He currently drives a red Tesla Model 3.
“One of biggest cons:” Plug-in hybrids pollute almost as much as petrol cars, report finds
Plug in hybrids described as "one of the biggest cons in automotive history" because they pollute 8 times more than claimed and nearly as much as petrol and diesel cars.
Tesla ramps up Cybercab road testing ahead of production
Tesla's two door Cybercab - with no steering wheel or pedals - has been spotted undergoing engineering testing ahead of its planned rollout in 2026.
NSW hits major vehicle milestones with 100,000 EVs on the road, Tesla share falls below 50 pct
NSW passes major milestone with more than 100,000 full battery EVs on the road. However, there are still more than 4.6 million fossil fuelled cars registered in the state.
Tesla launches FSD Supervised subscriptions in Australia
Tesla launches the FSD Supervised subscription offer in Australia and New Zealand, making the technology accessible to thousands, if they have the right hardware.
Tesla begins production of lower cost EV, with first customer deliveries imminent
Tesla's most affordable models are now being produced with dozens of finished vehicles spotted at factory, ready to head to customers.
Hyundai releases its first EV priced at less than $30,000
Hyundai's latest affordable electric SUV goes on sale in China with prices starting under $A30,000.
Chery confirms Australian release of Jaecoo J5 electric SUV in 2026
Chery will launch the Jaecoo J5 in Australia early next year, a new compact SUV that will be available in three powertrains including a battery electric vehicle (BEV) and hybrid.
“It was a bit of a Frankenstein:” The rapid evolution of Fortescue’s giant electric haul trucks
Fortescue will soon roll out the first of its giant electric haul trucks, capable of transporting 240 tonnes of ore. It has been a rapid learning curve, as CEO Dino Otranto explains.
Volkswagen slashes prices on ID Buzz electric “Kombi” by over $12,000 to boost sales
VW cuts thousands off the prices of its electric ID.Buzz, expecting a boost in inventory sales.