New 2022 Tesla Model S Plaid spotted in Europe
First Fremont, California-built Model S Plaid has been spotted in Europe.
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BMW starts production on iX1, its entry level electric SUV
BMW starts production of its smallest electric SUV to date, with Australian customers able to register their interest.
Volvo delivers first electric trucks with fossil-free steel
Volvo says its electric heavy duty trucks are now being made with fossil-free steel made by Nordic steel giant SSAB.
Tritium gets order for 200 EV fast chargers to replace Ireland phone kiosks
Some 200 Tritium fast chargers to be rolled out in rural Ireland at sites of telephone kiosks.
The downsides to road tripping with a certain Tesla charging adaptor
If you use the correct equipment your electric vehicle journey will be smooth. If you try and save a few dollars, you'll soon regret it.
Tesla shows off its new Quicksilver Model Y paint
Tesla has showcased one of its newest colours at an auto show in Zurich, Switzerland. It came in the form of a Berlin-built Tesla Model Y in Quicksilver paint.
Daihatsu strikes deal with world’s biggest battery maker in win for city EVs
Daihatsu, the Japanese small hatchback manufacturer has announced a collaborative partnership with CATL, the world's largest battery maker.
Reader question: We live off grid and are getting a Polestar 2. How should we manage charging?
I live off-grid in the Wimmera and make frequent trips to Melbourne - approximately 300km. How can I tell how the Polestar2 will perform in real life?
Rivian says it is on track to hit 25,000 EV production target for 2022
Rivian says it is on track to deliver 25,000 electric utes and SUVs in 2022, but will still suffer "negative gross profit" as it ramps up production.
Electric ute under $40,000 launched by owner of Volvo, Polestar and Lotus brands
An electric ute starting at less than $40,000 has been launched by Geely, the owner of the Polestar, Volvo and Lotus brands.