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Zeekr launches EV brand in Australia with rooftop test ride experiences

Zeekr launches EV brand in Australia with rooftop test ride experiences

Zeekr launches brand in Australia with test rides, sneak peeks into luxury people movers and more.
China’s Deepal official launches its first EV in Australia, the S07 electric SUV

China’s Deepal official launches its first EV in Australia, the S07 electric SUV

Deepal’s S07 electric SUV unveiled in Australia with key specs released, including unique colours. But pricing still not released.
EV battery prices to fall by nearly 50 pct and near ICE parity by 2026, says Goldman Sachs

EV battery prices to fall by nearly 50 pct and near ICE parity by 2026, says Goldman Sachs

Global EV battery prices could drop by almost another 50 per cent by 2026, according to Goldman Sachs, bringing with it the potential of price parity with internal combustion engine (ICE) cars.
Tesla Cybertruck becomes third best-selling EV in US, overtaking Ford, GM and others

Tesla Cybertruck becomes third best-selling EV in US, overtaking Ford, GM and others

Tesla’s Cybertruck has become the third best-selling EV in the US, defying those in industry that never thought it would ever make it onto the road.
“Is that it?” Musk’s Robo-show leaves even the tech-bro hopefuls nonplussed

“Is that it?” Musk’s Robo-show leaves even the tech-bro hopefuls nonplussed

Investors and tech-bro enthusiasts were waiting for big things from Elon Musk’s robo-show last week, but were left disappointed by a complete lack of detail. “Is that it?” asked one leading analyst.
CSIRO and network operator to partner on new vehicle-to-grid trial to power regional homes

CSIRO and network operator to partner on new vehicle-to-grid trial to power regional homes

Essential Energy and CSIRO are to partner on yet another vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology trial, this time focused on how to integrate into home energy management systems in regional areas.
BYD’s first ute, the Shark 6, offers Seal-like Comfort with Ranger-like utility

BYD’s first ute, the Shark 6, offers Seal-like Comfort with Ranger-like utility

BYD’s first ute – a plug in hybrid with up to 100 kms of electric range, has received 10,000 expressions of interests. It’s got vehicle to load, a rugged exterior, and some real power.
Major car maker announces price parity for electric and hybrid versions of new SUV

Major car maker announces price parity for electric and hybrid versions of new SUV

British car company Vauxhall has revealed that its new Frontera compact SUV will go on sale in the UK at £23,495, for both the electric and petrol hybrid model.