Electric Cars

“More range, less battery:” Lightyear launches world first solar car

“More range, less battery:” Lightyear launches world first solar car

Dutch EV maker officially launches world’s first production-ready solar car, the Lightyear 0, which can “run for months” without need to plug in.
Evos marks “milestone” install of Australian made EV charger, gears up for more

Evos marks “milestone” install of Australian made EV charger, gears up for more

Brisbane-based start-up installs its first Fleet Home AC electric vehicle charger, a 22kW wall unit with smarts, flexibility and a Made in Australia tag.
EU votes to ban new combustion engine cars from 2035, auto makers not happy

EU votes to ban new combustion engine cars from 2035, auto makers not happy

Car makers says EU ban on new combustion engine cars is too soon, environmental NGOs say it is too late.
BYD says shift to electric vehicles moving “much faster” than expected

BYD says shift to electric vehicles moving “much faster” than expected

BYD chair Wang Chuanfu says the speed of the shift to electric vehicles has exceeded expectations, with only supply chain issues holding up progress.
Sunswift unveils next generation solar racing car, takes aim at world solar speed record

Sunswift unveils next generation solar racing car, takes aim at world solar speed record

Sunswift, the UNSW solar racing car team that in 2018 broke a record for vehicle efficiency driving from Perth to Sydney, is now aiming for solar speed record.
Drivers choose Kia EV6 luxury and performance over rebate savings

Drivers choose Kia EV6 luxury and performance over rebate savings

New data shows which new Kia EV6 variants owners are choosing, giving an indication of what’s to come.
Kia and Hyundai recall hundreds of EVs to fix potential roll when parked

Kia and Hyundai recall hundreds of EVs to fix potential roll when parked

Kia and Hyundai recall all-electric EV6 and Ioniq 5 crossovers due to a glitch that can result in the car rolling when in a parked position.
Kia EV6 RWD GT-Line review: Smooth electric ride, retro vibe and V2L

Kia EV6 RWD GT-Line review: Smooth electric ride, retro vibe and V2L

There’s a lot about the Kia EV6 electric SUV which is very good, with the possible exception of the bulky steering wheel.