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Hyundai to release new low cost EV that could join sub-$40,000 club in Australia

Hyundai to release new low cost EV that could join sub-$40,000 club in Australia

Hyundai have unveiled their smallest and most affordable EV to date, based on a popular petrol model in Korea. If it comes to Australia, it will likely add to the growing number of sub $40,000 EVs.
“Traffic is still traffic:” Australia needs to triple EV target, and think smarter about transport

“Traffic is still traffic:” Australia needs to triple EV target, and think smarter about transport

New report shows need for “diverse solutions” for decarbonising Australia’s transport sector. In addition to a high share of EVs, active and public transport are critical to remaining 1.5° aligned.
Germany is building too many EV charging points, says energy industry

Germany is building too many EV charging points, says energy industry

Energy industry lobby says plans for EV charging in Germany far exceeds demand and could have unnecessary economic impacts on grid operators.
How free midday power has changed my EV charging and home heating habits

How free midday power has changed my EV charging and home heating habits

I recently signed up to Ovo Energy’s Electric Vehicle Plan and thought it would be interesting to compare my consumption before and after the switch.
BYD Seal successfully charges at Tesla V3 and V4 superchargers

BYD Seal successfully charges at Tesla V3 and V4 superchargers

A new fix is tested at Tesla V3 and V4 superchargers that will allow many BYD Seal owners to charge at many Supercharger sites across Australia. But not every BYD owner is happy.
Elon Musk dashes hopes of Tesla Model Y refresh coming out this year

Elon Musk dashes hopes of Tesla Model Y refresh coming out this year

Elon Musk quashes the idea of a new Model Y in 2024, noting newer cars coming off the production line are already better than those 6 months ago.
More greenwash? Mitsubishi promises “electrified” future, but vague on EVs

More greenwash? Mitsubishi promises “electrified” future, but vague on EVs

Japanese automakers refer to petrol powered hybrid vehicles as “electrified powertrains”. In a world with plenty of pure battery electric vehicles available, are hybrids just greenwash?
BYD slashes prices of Seal to help hit higher sales in June and chase down Model 3

BYD slashes prices of Seal to help hit higher sales in June and chase down Model 3

BYD has extended its recent price cuts to its premium sports sedan, the BYD Seal, seeking to boost sales as it tries to chase down the sector-leading Tesla EVs, and particularly the Model 3.