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Chinese EV brands charge into Australian market with smarter, cheaper offerings

Chinese EV brands charge into Australian market with smarter, cheaper offerings

The competitiveness of Chinese EV brands in our local market is just kicking off in 2025 with multiple offers to entice buyers away from legacy automakers.
Phone maker Xiaomi ups EV sales target to 350,000 in 2025

Phone maker Xiaomi ups EV sales target to 350,000 in 2025

Xiaomi’s production target has seen a significant hike as the company delivers 200,000 EVs within its first year.
Mazda outlines electrification strategy, seeking outside help for slow move to EVs

Mazda outlines electrification strategy, seeking outside help for slow move to EVs

Mazda outlines electrification strategy – one that maintains its commitment to internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, as well as hybrid and battery electric models.
Cadillac to launch two new EVs in Australia and New Zealand in 2026

Cadillac to launch two new EVs in Australia and New Zealand in 2026

Cadillac, one of the world’s oldest automotive brands, will launch two new EVs – the Optiq and Vistiq – in Australia and New Zealand next year.
Tesla offers zero interest finance on new Model Y as China numbers fall, shares slump

Tesla offers zero interest finance on new Model Y as China numbers fall, shares slump

Tesla offers zero interest finance for refreshed Model Y in China as it seeks to boost numbers in the face of growing competition and intense global pressure on its share price.
Australian start-up lands new funding for AI-driven EV fleet management platform

Australian start-up lands new funding for AI-driven EV fleet management platform

“Digital twin:” An Australian tech startup has landed $15 million in funding for its AI-driven electric vehicle fleet management service.
BYD announces game changing EV charging technology: 1,000 kW charging is now a thing

BYD announces game changing EV charging technology: 1,000 kW charging is now a thing

BYD has announced a game-changer for the EV industry with its 1,000 kW charging system that will add 400 km of range in 5 minutes.
Audi slashes 7,500 jobs but commits to new “entry-level” EV

Audi slashes 7,500 jobs but commits to new “entry-level” EV

Audi to cut 7,500 jobs by 2029 as part of an effort to increase “productivity, speed, and flexibility” for its transition to electric mobility, while also promising a new “entry-level” EV.