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Faraday Future launches second brand with promises of more affordable EVs

Faraday Future launches second brand with promises of more affordable EVs

American electric vehicle start-up Faraday has launched Faraday X, a second brand that has already teased two more affordable EVs.
Tesla puts “missing” Supercharger site back on map after Driven reader response

Tesla puts “missing” Supercharger site back on map after Driven reader response

Tesla adds another upcoming site to its supercharger map after being highlighted by the EV community.
Sydney ferry fleet to go fully electric, with first on the harbour in 2026

Sydney ferry fleet to go fully electric, with first on the harbour in 2026

Sydney Harbour ferries are to go fully electric in the next decade, with the first likely to appear on the Parramatta River service in 2026.
First electric truck to do lap around Australia charges into national capital

First electric truck to do lap around Australia charges into national capital

The first electric truck to do a lap of Australia has arrived in Canberra after successfully negotiating some charging challenges across the top end.
Caterpillar unveils “groundbreaking” management system for electric mining equipment

Caterpillar unveils “groundbreaking” management system for electric mining equipment

Caterpillar unveils a “groundbreaking” energy management system that can transfer energy to both diesel-electric and battery-electric large mining trucks while they are working.
BYD to launch its first plug-in electric ute in Australia next month

BYD to launch its first plug-in electric ute in Australia next month

BYD to launch its first ute in the market to compete with Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger, saying it has low running costs and has a 100km electric range, with vehicle to load. Plus video.
Polestar brings its first electric SUV to Australia

Polestar brings its first electric SUV to Australia

Polestar’s first SUV lands in Australia, making it one of the most important models for the leading Swedish EV brand.
MG slashes price of most popular EV again, testing $30,000 mark for first time

MG slashes price of most popular EV again, testing $30,000 mark for first time

MG slashes price of one of its best selling MG4 variants to just $30,990 drive away – the lowest price ever for a new electric car in Australia.