BYD’s new electric SUV to make its debut this week, could be similar to Model Y
BYD to reveal a new large all-electric SUV that could compete with the Model Y at an upcoming auto show.
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Riz is the founder of carloop based in Melbourne, specialising in Australian EV data, insight reports and trends. He is a mechanical engineer who spent the first 7 years of his career building transport infrastructure before starting carloop. He has a passion for cars, particularly EVs and wants to help reduce transport emissions in Australia. He currently drives a red Tesla Model 3.
EVs reach 18 per cent of new car market in Germany, as VW pips Tesla
More than 424,600 new passenger BEVs were registered from January until October this year, a share of 18 pct all new registrations, with VW pipping Tesla for market lead.
How the “neighbour” effect charges up electric vehicle sales
People with neighbours who drive electric vehicles are more likely to adopt the technology themselves, according to research that could be mirrored in Australia.
Volvo releases specs of the EM90, it’s first luxury electric people mover
Volvo's luxury electric people mover has been revealed to the world, with bi-directional charging, kicking off with pre-orders in China.
“Best in class:” Tesla strikes first major Supercharger supply deal for UK and Europe
UK-based fuel and convenience store giant that had used Tritium EV chargers strikes first supply deal for Tesla Superchargers in UK and Europe to expand its network.
Volvo snaps up Proterra battery business in bankruptcy sale
Volvo Group will acquire the battery business of bankrupt American electric vehicle (EV) and powertrain manufacture Proterra in a deal worth $US210 million.
Second French city dumps hydrogen bus plan for cheaper electric buses
Pau, a pioneer in the use of hydrogen fuel-cell buses, has become the second French city to dump its hydrogen bus to switch to cheaper and more efficient battery electric models.
Australia’s centre of power opens 10 EV chargers, to get at least 50 more
Canberra's Parliament House is poised to become a hub for electric vehicle power after the launch of 10 charging stations and plans to install more than 50.
Half-way there? BMW launches Level 3 autonomous driving function in 7 series
BMW has announced it will soon add a Level 3 autonomy option into the list available for its flagship 7 series electric vehicles.
Tesla Cybertruck tows a large boat ahead of launch
A Tesla Cybertruck is captured towing a large boat for the first time.