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Tesla opens another new repair centre in Australia

Tesla opens another new repair centre in Australia

Tesla opens a new body repair centre, helping thousands more Tesla owners keep their EV on the road longer.
Hyundai may release its smallest EV in Australia this year at around $40,000

Hyundai may release its smallest EV in Australia this year at around $40,000

The Inster could arrive in Australia in late 2024 or early 2025 with a starting price of around $40,000.
Tesla’s average cost to build an electric car is under $A45,000

Tesla’s average cost to build an electric car is under $A45,000

An average Tesla costs less than $A45,000 to make, providing hints on how Tesla can continue to slash prices.
Volkswagen makes big play in electric cars in $A7.5 billion deal with Rivian

Volkswagen makes big play in electric cars in $A7.5 billion deal with Rivian

Volkswagen will invest up to $US5 billion ($A7.5 billion) in struggling US electric vehicle startup Rivian in one of its most significant moves in the switch to EVs.
BYD to launch $A145,000 luxury electric people mover in key right hand drive market

BYD to launch $A145,000 luxury electric people mover in key right hand drive market

BYD announces the launch of its premium luxury brand with prices of model variants approaching $A145,000.
Last mile deliveries: Logistics giant leads $45 million plan to help owner drivers go electric

Last mile deliveries: Logistics giant leads $45 million plan to help owner drivers go electric

Project funded by ARENA will provide discount leases and charging infrastructure to get more than 100 last mile delivery vans and trucks owned by drivers onto the road.
More than 1,400 high-end EVs recalled over battery fault

More than 1,400 high-end EVs recalled over battery fault

More than 1400 luxury electric cars have been recalled in Australia after the discovery a serious battery fault that can result in the vehicles losing power while driving. 
New 2024 BYD Atto 3 lands in the hands of first Australian customers

New 2024 BYD Atto 3 lands in the hands of first Australian customers

New BYD Atto 3 finally lands in Australia with owner sharing the key updates the new model brings.