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EV sales remain weak in April as Tesla plunges and BYD takes the lead

EV sales remain weak in April as Tesla plunges and BYD takes the lead

April EV sales remain weak, as Tesla plunges again and the Model Y and Model 3 fall to 7th and 8th places, while BYD, MG and Kia grab the top spots.
BYD sells tens of thousands of its fast-charging EVs in first month

BYD sells tens of thousands of its fast-charging EVs in first month

BYD’s first two models featuring 1,000 kW charging went on sale in April, and are already selling tens of thousands in just the first month.
Scania electric truck with 624 kWh battery approved for sale in Australia

Scania electric truck with 624 kWh battery approved for sale in Australia

Scania’s 31 tonne GVM truck is now approved for sale in Australia with a 500 kW powertrain fed by a 624 kWh battery pack.
Tesla sales plunge again in April, down stunning 75 pct over year before

Tesla sales plunge again in April, down stunning 75 pct over year before

Tesla sales plunged 75 per cent in the month of April from the same period a year earlier, affecting both Model Y ahead of its refresh and the Model 3.
Tesla opens test drives of the new Model Y nationwide

Tesla opens test drives of the new Model Y nationwide

Tesla’s much anticipated refreshed Model Y is now available to test drive nationwide as customers deliveries start as early as next week.
“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.