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Tesla slashes prices for Australia’s best selling EV by up to $8,500

Tesla slashes prices for Australia’s best selling EV by up to $8,500

After and despite a record quarter of sales, Tesla slashes prices while adding upgrades to Australia’s best-selling EV.
GWM slashes price of Ora electric hatch to make it cheapest EV in Australia

GWM slashes price of Ora electric hatch to make it cheapest EV in Australia

GWM slashes price of the Ora electric hatchback to as low as $35,990 drive-away, making it the lowest cost EV in Australia.
EV sales hit record high in March, as Tesla Model Y overtakes Toyota Hilux ute

EV sales hit record high in March, as Tesla Model Y overtakes Toyota Hilux ute

EV sales hit another record in March, with Tesla the sixth best selling brand and the Model Y overtaking the Toyota Hilux ute.
Why used EV prices are more sensitive to economic shocks than ICE cars

Why used EV prices are more sensitive to economic shocks than ICE cars

Australia’s second hand EV market is yet to fully develop, with retention values swinging and the market prone to external economic shocks.
Off-grid fast charger at Nullarbor Roadhouse now ready for use

Off-grid fast charger at Nullarbor Roadhouse now ready for use

A much anticipated 75kW off-grid fast charger at the famed Nullarbor Roadhouse has been fully commissioned and is available for use.
Australian EV market review: What you can buy for less than $50,000

Australian EV market review: What you can buy for less than $50,000

There are now four electric vehicle models and 10 variants with on-the-road prices of under $50,000 in Australia, with three models and variants coming in under $40,000.
Polestar 4 first impressions: The electric SUV coupé taking on Porsche rather than Model Y

Polestar 4 first impressions: The electric SUV coupé taking on Porsche rather than Model Y

The third key component of Polestar’s three car EV strategy is roomy and luxurious, and is designed to go head to head with the electric offerings of Porsche.
Tesla regains top EV spot from BYD, despite big sales miss and first fall since 2012

Tesla regains top EV spot from BYD, despite big sales miss and first fall since 2012

Despite experiencing its first year-on-year sales drop since 2012, Tesla has regained its position as the world’s top selling electric vehicle company.