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“Reckless:” BMW chief says focus on EVs leaves Europe open to blackmail

“Reckless:” BMW chief says focus on EVs leaves Europe open to blackmail

BMW CEO Oliver Zipse said that Europe is leaving itself open to blackmail from resource suppliers by betting on electric mobility alone.
Sparks to fly in the battle to boost electric vehicles

Sparks to fly in the battle to boost electric vehicles

Legacy car makers, led by Toyota, are pushing for a slow switch to EVs as as they continue to place bets on hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell cars.
Tesla unveils long awaited Model 3 upgrade: It’s got buttons, and it costs more

Tesla unveils long awaited Model 3 upgrade: It’s got buttons, and it costs more

Tesla has finally unveiled its upgraded Model 3 electric sedan – the long awaited result of Project Highland – that features significant changes to its exterior and the interior layout.
Kia EV5 lands in China with surprisingly low, affordable price for small electric SUV

Kia EV5 lands in China with surprisingly low, affordable price for small electric SUV

Kia’s upcoming electric EV5 SUV will undercut the Model Y, offering value for money in first market of its launch.
Motoring club rolls out first ‘ultra-rapid’ 200 kW EV charger in South Australia

Motoring club rolls out first ‘ultra-rapid’ 200 kW EV charger in South Australia

RAA opens the first of its 200kW ultra rapid EV charging sites in South Australia as the roll out of the state network gathers pace.
Europe sightings reveal more details about Tesla Model 3 Highland project

Europe sightings reveal more details about Tesla Model 3 Highland project

More sightings of the new Tesla Model 3 are starting to appear from Europe, this time revealing more in close up videos.
Rivian CEO takes aim at fossil vehicles: “Like building a horse barn in 1910”

Rivian CEO takes aim at fossil vehicles: “Like building a horse barn in 1910”

CEO of American electric vehicle company Rivian takes aim at combustion powered vehicles, saying buying one is “sort of like building a horse barn in 1910.”
Toyota to test electric ute, delays first electric car in Australia

Toyota to test electric ute, delays first electric car in Australia

Toyota to test a prototype electric ute in Australia but delays local launch of the company’s first fully electric vehicle.