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BYD Sea Lion specs reveal boost in top speed, outpacing BYD Seal

BYD Sea Lion specs reveal boost in top speed, outpacing BYD Seal

More details of BYD’s larger ground-up electric SUV have come to the surface, including powertrain options.
BYD teases specs for upcoming ultra-luxury electric sedan

BYD teases specs for upcoming ultra-luxury electric sedan

After producing some of the world’s most affordable EVs, BYD unveils ultra-luxury sleek sedan that will pack over 700kW of power and cost a bomb.
Third phase of EV Super Highway to add 23 new charging stations

Third phase of EV Super Highway to add 23 new charging stations

Queensland energy minister launches third phase of state’s EV Super Highway, rolling out new fast chargers linking regional and rural locations.
Polestar 4 orders to open soon as deliveries begin in China

Polestar 4 orders to open soon as deliveries begin in China

Polestar begins delivering its next-generation EV, the Polestar 4 SUV, and says order books in Australia to open in coming weeks.
Tesla adds the new Model 3 to referral program in Australia

Tesla adds the new Model 3 to referral program in Australia

Tesla’s recently refreshed Model 3 is now part of the referral program, giving owners incentives to help Tesla sell more cars in 2024.
Hyundai goes harder on hydrogen, says it should be “powering everything”

Hyundai goes harder on hydrogen, says it should be “powering everything”

Korean automaker and EV leader uses technology conference CES 2024 in Las Vegas to showcase an expansion in its controversial hydrogen strategy.
New EV brand launches in local market with electric van and buses

New EV brand launches in local market with electric van and buses

New commercial EV maker launches in local market, starting with last-mile electric vans and small buses.
NSW council launches shared e-scooter trial with Beam

NSW council launches shared e-scooter trial with Beam

First metro Sydney council-led electric scooter trial to run for 12 months in partnership with Beam, using Saturn 5 e-scooters.