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BYD plans to overtake Tesla and become top 5 car brand in Australia

BYD plans to overtake Tesla and become top 5 car brand in Australia

BYD and its local distributor EV Direct confirm major expansion to overtake Tesla and help propel the Chinese EV maker into the top-5 best-selling brands in Australia.
Electric cars have half lifetime emissions of ICE: See how your car compares

Electric cars have half lifetime emissions of ICE: See how your car compares

New tool shows that EVs have half the lifetime emissions of petrol and diesel cars, and more than one third less than hybrids.
Cyber Thursday: Tesla releases details of Cybertruck final reveal and pricing

Cyber Thursday: Tesla releases details of Cybertruck final reveal and pricing

Tesla announces Cybertruck delivery event details as thousands get the opportunity to see the long awaited electric truck in action across US and Canada.
Tesla offers free supercharging on select inventory cars as EV discount war intensifies

Tesla offers free supercharging on select inventory cars as EV discount war intensifies

Tesla offers free supercharging to sell more used EV stock in Australia.
At last, an EV fast charging site with shade, water, a windscreen washer, and even a bin

At last, an EV fast charging site with shade, water, a windscreen washer, and even a bin

Drivrs filling up their cars with petrol and diesel are used to the little things. Now, even EVs get to enjoy shade, water, windscreen cleaners and even a bin.
Plenti soars after NAB signs up to launch multi-billion dollar electric vehicle loan program

Plenti soars after NAB signs up to launch multi-billion dollar electric vehicle loan program

Shares in Plenti soared after NAB signed up to provide billions of dollars in discount loans for electric vehicle purchases, and other green products.
“Glimpse into the future:” Australia’s Savic C-Series electric motorcycle hits the track

“Glimpse into the future:” Australia’s Savic C-Series electric motorcycle hits the track

Savic undertakes advanced testing sessions of its electric performance motorcycle at the iconic Phillip Island race track.
Australia cracks down on EV fast charger reliability to address range anxiety

Australia cracks down on EV fast charger reliability to address range anxiety

Government funded EV fast chargers to have 98 pct uptime requirement, as well as bigger bays, “drive-through” options and a targeted common payment system.