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BYD electric supercar reaches speeds of 375 km/h in testing

BYD electric supercar reaches speeds of 375 km/h in testing

BYD’s fastest production car reaches a major milestone, hitting over 375 km/h.
Variety kicks off “Big Electric Adventure” with 10,000 km EV drive through outback

Variety kicks off “Big Electric Adventure” with 10,000 km EV drive through outback

Children’s charity Variety is undertaking a 10,000 kms Big Electric Adventure through remote Australian towns with two electric cars.
Tesla Cybertruck now available to order outside of the US

Tesla Cybertruck now available to order outside of the US

Tesla’s most radical vehicle, the Cybertruck is now available for customers to order outside of the US, starting with Canada and Mexico as Australian order holders wait.
Chery reveals specs of its first electric SUV in Australia, another sub $45,000 option

Chery reveals specs of its first electric SUV in Australia, another sub $45,000 option

Specs of Chery’s first electric SUV – expected to be priced from below $45,000 – announced ahead of its showroom release next month.
Not just for the rich: Why Australia might be great place for electric flying taxis

Not just for the rich: Why Australia might be great place for electric flying taxis

A number of electric vertical takeoff developers are coming to Australia, seen as one of the world’s early adopters with agricultural and emergency services opportunities.
BYD launches upgrade for its best-selling EV in Australia

BYD launches upgrade for its best-selling EV in Australia

New BYD Seal launched and set to deliver upgraded technology, faster charging and better “autopilot” capabilities.
Chinese carmaker Geely pours £120 million into London electric cab maker

Chinese carmaker Geely pours £120 million into London electric cab maker

Geely has reportedly poured £120 million (around $A235 million) into the London Electric Vehicle Company, the producer of London’s famous black taxi cabs.
Rivian posts “defining” Q2 earnings even as future remains uncertain

Rivian posts “defining” Q2 earnings even as future remains uncertain

Rivian second quarter earnings show mixed results and lower production and deliveries contrasted with CEO’s upbeat assessment.