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“This ship changes the game:” World’s largest all-electric ferry launches in Tasmania

“This ship changes the game:” World’s largest all-electric ferry launches in Tasmania

World’s largest 100% battery electric ship launches at shipyard in Hobart, headed for service ferrying passengers and vehicles between Argentina and Uruguay.
BYD rolls out first 1,000 kW chargers that can add 400 km of range in 5 minutes

BYD rolls out first 1,000 kW chargers that can add 400 km of range in 5 minutes

BYD’s first 1,000 kW charging site goes online, helping BYD drivers add 400 km of range in just 5 minutes.
Halving fuel excise will save $312, but an EV could save $27,000. You choose

Halving fuel excise will save $312, but an EV could save $27,000. You choose

Think beyond the pump. The election choice isn’t just about a temporary 25-cent discount on fuel excise. It’s about whether you want to pocket $312 or unlock tens of thousands in savings with an EV.
Geely claims 1,000 orders in under 2 months for EX5 as it offers new incentives

Geely claims 1,000 orders in under 2 months for EX5 as it offers new incentives

Well-priced Geely EX5 electric SUV receives over 1,000 orders, but the brand has chosen to offer new incentives.
MG says prices for new MGS5 EV start at just over $40,000, first deliveries in May

MG says prices for new MGS5 EV start at just over $40,000, first deliveries in May

MG reveals pricing of its new electric SUV, the MGS5 EV, with prices starting at just over $40,000 drive away.
Tesla expected to launch lower cost, no frills Model Y in coming months

Tesla expected to launch lower cost, no frills Model Y in coming months

Details of Tesla’s lower cost Model Y launch and early specs have been shared on social media, hinting the car’s release is just months away.
Tesla’s new 7-seater Model Y rumoured to go into production in coming weeks

Tesla’s new 7-seater Model Y rumoured to go into production in coming weeks

New reports have surfaced, revealing a new bigger Model Y with more seats and space to go into production in coming weeks.
Tesla hikes prices in Canada thanks to Trump’s trade war, as prices slashed in Australia

Tesla hikes prices in Canada thanks to Trump’s trade war, as prices slashed in Australia

Tesla has been forced to increase its car prices in Canada – by between $C10,000 and $C30,000 – thanks to the tariff war triggered by Donald Trump. But in Australia, Model Y prices are being slashed.