BYD launches new SUV with 1,500 kW Flash Charging, at under $A32,000
BYD's next affordable electric SUV to feature new blade battery tech that can charge 10-70% in just 5 minutes.
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Subaru to launch smaller electric AWD SUV in Australia, with more than 500km range
Subaru announces third EV model to arrive in Australia by mid-2026, a smaller electric AWD SUV with more than 500 kms of range.
MG launches its cheapest EV in Australia – from just $31,990 drive-away – just in time for fuel crisis
MG's new MG4 EV Urban will be its lowest cost EV in Australia to date, and even undercuts the BYD Dolphin in price - just in time to cash in on the latest surge to electric vehicles.
“I bought two, and another for the parents-in-law:” Why everyone wants an EV
Is this the breakthrough moment for EVs in Australia? The indications are that sales of new and used EVs are off the charts.
EVs did not wreck the great Australian weekend, and electric trucks may just save the farm
The war in Iran underlines how fossil fuel addiction makes Australian road freight vulnerable. As the truckies’ bumper sticker puts it, “When trucks stop, Australia stops”. There are electric options.
“We didn’t see it coming:” Shock at the petrol pump sparks surge in interest in used EVs
Auctioneer says interest in second-hand EVs has more than doubled as a result of surging petrol and diesel prices, with a "hockey-stick" acceleration in EVs overall.
Volkswagen recalls nearly 100,000 EVs due to battery issues causing reduced range and fire risk
Volkswagen to recall nearly 100,000 battery electric vehicles due to issues in high-voltage battery which could lead to reduced range and a fire risk.
It will tow your boat: MG wins approval for its first electric ute in Australia
MG to bring a fully electric ute model into Australia, with 325 kW power, adding to its growing collection of popular EV models.
Xiaomi upgrades its best selling SU7 electric sedan, receives 15,000 orders in 34 minutes
Xiaomi upgrades first EV, the SU7 sedan, scores over 15,000 firm orders in just 34 minutes.
Victoria announces support for low and zero-emission vehicles for freight industry
Victorian Labor government unveils two new programs aimed at helping freight businesses save money by becoming less reliant on expensive fuel and adopt cleaner transport options.