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BYD posts record electric vehicle sales in May as it chases down Tesla

BYD posts record electric vehicle sales in May as it chases down Tesla

BYD had record month of EV sales in May, doubling its numbers year on year as it chases down Tesla as the biggest seller of electric vehicles.
Norwegian new vehicle emissions plunge as plug-in electrics hit stunning 91% market share

Norwegian new vehicle emissions plunge as plug-in electrics hit stunning 91% market share

Norway’s average new vehicle emissions are just one tenth of Australia’s as EV and hybrid sales reach a stunning 97% in May.
Polestar 2 now gets YouTube and more with new OTA software update

Polestar 2 now gets YouTube and more with new OTA software update

Polestar 2 owners and new customers are about to get major entertainment and range feature updates with the new OTA software update.
Top EVs you can buy in New Zealand, but not in Australia

Top EVs you can buy in New Zealand, but not in Australia

We look at various EV models that New Zealanders can buy, but are not available yet in Australia.
Two not so super cars caught ICEing Tesla Superchargers

Two not so super cars caught ICEing Tesla Superchargers

A Lamborghini and a McLaren caught blocking access to Tesla charging station at Runaway Bay on Australia’s Gold Coast.
ACT unveils state-of-the-art electric fire truck – first of its kind in southern hemisphere

ACT unveils state-of-the-art electric fire truck – first of its kind in southern hemisphere

The ACT Emergency Services Agency has begun its transition to electric vehicles unveiling a new electric fire truck packed with high tech features to help firefighters.
“End of an Era”: Tesla officially removes its flagship models from Australia

“End of an Era”: Tesla officially removes its flagship models from Australia

Tesla removes its flagship cars from Australia website, disappointing many loyal Aussie early EV adopters.
Revamped Tesla Model 3 could be revealed as Musk visits Tesla’s Shanghai factory

Revamped Tesla Model 3 could be revealed as Musk visits Tesla’s Shanghai factory

Tesla could reveal it’s much anticipated Model 3 refresh today when Elon Musk visits the Shanghai factory.