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Geely EX5 first drive: A promising tech-driven electric family SUV

Geely EX5 first drive: A promising tech-driven electric family SUV

Geely’s first branded EV in Australia – the EX5 – features a good blend of comfort, technology and efficiency from the company that owns Volvo, Polestar and Lotus.
Xpeng brings back 10-years free extended warranty to help boost demand

Xpeng brings back 10-years free extended warranty to help boost demand

Xpeng brings back it’s 10-year complimentary warranty as wait times extend to 16 weeks for some variants of the G6 SUV.
Tesla launches cheaper model Y in some markets, is Australia next?

Tesla launches cheaper model Y in some markets, is Australia next?

Tesla brings cheaper new Model Y variants in various key markets but is Australia next?
A cheaper BYD Seal? BYDs next affordable EV model spotted

A cheaper BYD Seal? BYDs next affordable EV model spotted

BYD’s next affordable electric sedan – which will slot in under its best-seller Seal – has been spotted ahead of its official launch.
Denmark lifts EV share to 64 pct of new car market, as Tesla sales slump across Scandinavia

Denmark lifts EV share to 64 pct of new car market, as Tesla sales slump across Scandinavia

Denmark is now at 64 per cent share of EVs in the new car market, but Tesla no longer leads – the Toyota electric has taken top place in both Denmark and Norway.
Australia’s best new and used electric vehicle buys under $40,000

Australia’s best new and used electric vehicle buys under $40,000

There are seven brand new EV models offered for sale under $40,000 in Australia, and some interesting second hand and dealer demo offerings, and even some electric vans.
Volkswagen begins deliveries of electric Transporter and Caravelle vans in Europe

Volkswagen begins deliveries of electric Transporter and Caravelle vans in Europe

Volkswagen begins deliveries of its electric commercial vans, the e-Transporter and e-Caravelle, timed to coincide with the 75th birthday of the Volkswagen Kombi.
First 2025 Tesla Model Y EVs land in Australia, weeks after global unveil

First 2025 Tesla Model Y EVs land in Australia, weeks after global unveil

First few refreshed 2025 Tesla Model Y vehicles have been spotted in Australia on the back of a truck.