Electric Cars

Electric vehicle sales in Europe expected to triple, but UK faces supply issues

Electric vehicle sales in Europe expected to triple, but UK faces supply issues

Electric vehicles tipped to triple in Europe in 2021, but the UK risks supply issues unless it shapes better laws.
Tesla Model 3 cost of ownership significantly less than rival BMW 330i

Tesla Model 3 cost of ownership significantly less than rival BMW 330i

Modelling shows drivers can save significant amounts of money owning an electric car compared to their fossil-fuelled rivals.
MG says Australia pre-orders for first electric car close early after strong demand

MG says Australia pre-orders for first electric car close early after strong demand

Interest in MG ZS EV so great that pre-orders close ahead of launch, the Chinese car maker said on Friday.
New version of Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in hybrid includes two-way charging

New version of Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in hybrid includes two-way charging

Mitsubishi announces pricing and specifications for 2021 Outlander plug-in hybrid, including mid-range GSR variant, and introduction of bidirectional charging capabilities.

Volkswagen says EVs will make up 90% of its Norway new car sales by next year

German automaker forecasts 90% of its Norway car sales will be electric vehicles in 2021, thanks to the Nordic nation’s stable and ongoing policy support.
BMW fills policy void with electric vehicle incentive of its own, for businesses

BMW fills policy void with electric vehicle incentive of its own, for businesses

BMW Group Australia announces its own incentive to boost EV uptake, a $1500 discount on new electric BMWs or Minis for small to medium business company cars.
Mercedes shapes up to Tesla, plans six new EVs in “electric first” strategy

Mercedes shapes up to Tesla, plans six new EVs in “electric first” strategy

Mercedes-Benz unveils plans to produce six new all-electric vehicles, including one with a 700km range, as part of a fast-tracked course to become a world leader in electric drive.
Tesla beats expectations with record electric vehicles sales in third quarter

Tesla beats expectations with record electric vehicles sales in third quarter

Tesla delivered 139,300 cars in third quarter of 2020, a new record that exceeded expectations but still leaves a big hole to fill to meet its annual target.