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Nio launches its quirky Firefly hatchback in Thailand ahead of Australia

Nio launches its quirky Firefly hatchback in Thailand ahead of Australia

Nio’s electric hatchback Firefly launches in key right-hand-drive market ahead of Australia with company proposing a dedicated EV factory for the region.
VW Group hits 4 million BEVs delivered worldwide

VW Group hits 4 million BEVs delivered worldwide

VW Group has reached four million full battery electric vehicle sales worldwide, including EVs offered under the Audi, Porsche, Cupra and Skoda brands.
MG to launch its most affordable EV next month with the MG4 Urban

MG to launch its most affordable EV next month with the MG4 Urban

MG’s potentially most affordable electric vehicle to date, the MG4 Urban EV, to land in Australia next month.
“You smell it:” Fumes from idling SUVs queuing at school are killing our children

“You smell it:” Fumes from idling SUVs queuing at school are killing our children

It’s as easy as disengaging a button or key but it’s taken a long time to spread the message that idling engines near schools is a danger to children’s health.
BYD’s new Seal EV model to feature 1,500 kW Flash Charging, at under $A35,000

BYD’s new Seal EV model to feature 1,500 kW Flash Charging, at under $A35,000

BYD’s next affordable Seal EV sedan to feature new blade battery tech that can charge 10-70% in just 5 minutes.
MG adds free charger to already discounted MG4 electric hatchback

MG adds free charger to already discounted MG4 electric hatchback

MG extends price cuts on its MG4 electric hatchback and adds a charging hub to sweeten the offer.
Rebates and tax cuts urged for EVs as petrol prices hit $4 a litre

Rebates and tax cuts urged for EVs as petrol prices hit $4 a litre

EV lobby says tax cuts for electric cars and reintroducing state-based rebates could help more Australians avoid rising petrol prices and should be treated as a national security issue.
Petrol prices too high? Here’s how quickly an EV could save you money

Petrol prices too high? Here’s how quickly an EV could save you money

As petrol prices climb, the economics of going electric look increasingly compelling. New modelling reveals how quickly an EV can start saving drivers money – especially if most charging happens at home.