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Five new electric vehicle brands to debut in Australia by end of 2024

Five new electric vehicle brands to debut in Australia by end of 2024

With so many new EV models only around the corner, here are 5 to land by the end of the year from brands new to the local EV market and worth keeping an eye on.
EU votes for China EV tariffs despite protests from Germany and others

EU votes for China EV tariffs despite protests from Germany and others

EU votes for additional tariffs on Chinese EVs despite opposition from Germany, fearful of the impact on their car makers in the China market.
Australian EV charging standards released to help home and fleet owners

Australian EV charging standards released to help home and fleet owners

Newly published EV charging Technical Standards are now available free from Standards Australia, and should help home and fleet owners make key decisions.
Tesla brings back referral program in bid to boost sales in final quarter of 2024

Tesla brings back referral program in bid to boost sales in final quarter of 2024

Tesla launches its latest referral program to help boost its sales as EV competition ramps up in Q4 2024.
Tesla boosts range of best-seller Model Y to 600 kms in new sales push

Tesla boosts range of best-seller Model Y to 600 kms in new sales push

Tesla significantly bumps the range of its entry-level and best-selling Model Y variant to help boost sales.
Luxury American brand Cadillac confirms price for first electric SUV in Australia

Luxury American brand Cadillac confirms price for first electric SUV in Australia

Cadillac announces prices of its upcoming electric luxury SUV, the Lyriq, which will be the only US-made EV on the market.
EV price war: GWM slashes prices of Ora electric hatchback and throws in a free charger

EV price war: GWM slashes prices of Ora electric hatchback and throws in a free charger

EV price cuts continue as GWM takes EV affordability to another level, slashing prices again and even throwing in a home EV charger.
0 to 100 in four seconds: Queensland police take deliver of Kia EV6 patrol cars

0 to 100 in four seconds: Queensland police take deliver of Kia EV6 patrol cars

Queensland police have taken delivery of five Kia EV6 electric cars to serve as patrol cars along its highways, and seem pleased with the instant torque, fast acceleration, and low running costs.