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Tesla using FSD tries to drive its owner into a lake

Tesla using FSD tries to drive its owner into a lake

Video has emerged showing a Tesla using Full Self Driving software take an unexpected turn down a boat ramp leading into a lake.
Electric trucks demonstrate megawatt charging in sub-zero temperatures

Electric trucks demonstrate megawatt charging in sub-zero temperatures

Finnish EV fast-charging outfit Kempower has tested out its megawatt charging system for electric trucks in the sub-zero temperatures of Sweden.
2026 Kia EV9 pricing reveals new top trim, starts at $129,250

2026 Kia EV9 pricing reveals new top trim, starts at $129,250

Kia has added a fourth top-trim variant, with the new top-spec GT priced at $129,250 before on-roads, over $8,000 more than the GT-Line AWD variant.
BYD teases more info on its smallest upcoming EV with 20 kWh battery

BYD teases more info on its smallest upcoming EV with 20 kWh battery

BYD teases more details on its smallest EV yet, the Racco or BYD Sea Otter, destined initially for Japan.
Australian logistics titan launches five new Volvo electric trucks

Australian logistics titan launches five new Volvo electric trucks

Logistics heavyweight Toll Group launches five new Volvo electric trucks in partnership with Asahi Beverages to operate across metropolitan Perth.
Tesla releases long range Model Y with over 615 km of range

Tesla releases long range Model Y with over 615 km of range

Tesla releases a cheaper, long-range version of its popular Model Y in key right-hand-drive market, delivering over 615 km of WLTP range.
UK used car market hits record high share of electric vehicles

UK used car market hits record high share of electric vehicles

In the UK, 2025 used BEV sales were up by almost one-third on 2024, showing a growing confidence in the market. Can the same be said for Australia?
Suzuki releases specs of its first EV – the e Vitara – ahead of launch

Suzuki releases specs of its first EV – the e Vitara – ahead of launch

Specs of Suzuki’s first EV in Australia revealed, coming with two variants in a growing sea of family electric SUVs.