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“We were surprised:” Electric trucks ready to overtake diesel on lifetime cost

“We were surprised:” Electric trucks ready to overtake diesel on lifetime cost

New research shows the tipping point for cost parity for electric trucks and diesel trucks is close than expected. “We were surprised,” say the researchers.
Tesla shows off high-powered V2L features for welders, homes and more

Tesla shows off high-powered V2L features for welders, homes and more

Tesla’s hi-powered bi-directional charging showcased, highlighting unique ways to use power from a 123 kWh battery pack. But still no word on Model Y or Model 3 V2L.
BYD’s latest electric city car spied, could be the company’s smallest EV so far

BYD’s latest electric city car spied, could be the company’s smallest EV so far

BYD’s smallest EV under development surfaces with new spy shots hinting at something electric for the right-hand-drive markets.
Tesla self-driving FSD software used in Australia for first time, does hook turn in Melbourne

Tesla self-driving FSD software used in Australia for first time, does hook turn in Melbourne

Tesla’s FSD software lands in Australia with new video showing it being tested in the streets of Melbourne, exciting many across the country.
Ludicrous Feed: China-made electric SUVs in Australia 2025

Ludicrous Feed: China-made electric SUVs in Australia 2025

Tom and Joy from Ludicrous Feed take a close look at all the mid-sized electric SUVs currently available in the Australian market that are manufactured in China.
Foton to bring bigger electric trucks to Australia market

Foton to bring bigger electric trucks to Australia market

Foton to introduce new 8.5-tonne and 18-tonne electric trucks to its Australian lineup in the second half of 2025.
Xpeng releases official images of its ultra-sleek luxury electric coupe

Xpeng releases official images of its ultra-sleek luxury electric coupe

Xpeng’s sleekest model yet, revealed in new pictures ahead of imminent launch.
Skoda releases its lowest cost EV in Australia, an electric compact SUV

Skoda releases its lowest cost EV in Australia, an electric compact SUV

Skoda revealed pricing and details of its new Elroq compact SUV, its lowest cost EV to date, and Australia will be one of its first target markets.