Electric Cars

Video: New Ioniq’s electric power play

Video: New Ioniq’s electric power play

The new Hyundai Ioniq will allow owners to plug in their laptops, tools, camping equipment and their entire house if need be.
Mini Countryman plug in hybrid review: For city folk who can’t make tree change

Mini Countryman plug in hybrid review: For city folk who can’t make tree change

BMW invited The Driven for a day with the new Countryman Hybrid around Melbourne. Here’s our thoughts on the latest iteration of this fun-looking Hybrid crossover by MINI.
EV start-up Rivian secures Samsung SDI to supply batteries

EV start-up Rivian secures Samsung SDI to supply batteries

Rivian announces it will source batteries for its R1T electric ute (pickup) and R1S electric SUV from South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI.
Prince Philip’s “eco-funeral” to feature electric Land Rover

Prince Philip’s “eco-funeral” to feature electric Land Rover

Reports suggest Prince Philip’s coffin will be transported in an electric Land Rover.
Tesla sells one in three electric cars in China

Tesla sells one in three electric cars in China

Tesla sales follow global trend in China, and now account for 37% of Tesla’s sales globally.
VW boss takes aim at hybrids in call for Australia vehicle emissions targets

VW boss takes aim at hybrids in call for Australia vehicle emissions targets

VW Australia boss Michael Bartsch calls for compulsory emissions targets, saying hybrid cars in Australia have 15 times level of sulphur than elsewhere.
Tesla hints at Model 2 and new EV range, recruits China lead designer

Tesla hints at Model 2 and new EV range, recruits China lead designer

Tesla appears to be taking another step towards its expected “Model 2” electric hatchback, and even perhaps a whole range of new EV designs.
Tesla, MG and Porsche lead doubling of electric car sales in first quarter

Tesla, MG and Porsche lead doubling of electric car sales in first quarter

Two new players at either pricing extremity of the local EV market, plus of course Tesla, lead a doubling in overall sales in first quarter.