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EV sales bounce back to nearly 12 pct of Australia market, led by Tesla, BYD and Zeekr

EV sales bounce back to nearly 12 pct of Australia market, led by Tesla, BYD and Zeekr

EV sales rebound in February and are nearly double their levels of a year ago in the first two months of 2026, driven by more affordable models and manufacturer incentives.
Fossil cars all but phased out in Norway as EV sales hit 98 pct, and just 12 petrol cars sold

Fossil cars all but phased out in Norway as EV sales hit 98 pct, and just 12 petrol cars sold

EVs take 98 pct share of Norway market, leaving petrol cars with just 12 sales for the past month and as Tesla leads Toyota and VW.
Tesla sales rebound in Australia in February, led by Model Y

Tesla sales rebound in Australia in February, led by Model Y

EV sales bounce up with early data revealing Tesla Model Y rebounded strongly from a slow January
BYD to roll out 1 MW EV chargers across Europe

BYD to roll out 1 MW EV chargers across Europe

BYD is taking its 1,000 kW ultra-fast charging technology to Europe, with plans to deploy 3,000 stations by the end of 2026.
Tesla’s 7-seat Model Y arrives in Europe, but attention may centre on Model Y L

Tesla’s 7-seat Model Y arrives in Europe, but attention may centre on Model Y L

Tesla’s seven-seat Model Y arrives in Europe as part of its sales push, but is it the version buyers actually want?
Geely boosts EX5 range, adds low-rate finance and free charger

Geely boosts EX5 range, adds low-rate finance and free charger

The Geely EX5 Extended gains special finance and a free home charger offer as competition intensifies in the mid-size electric SUV segment.
Tesla to raise Cybertruck price days after launching cheapest variant

Tesla to raise Cybertruck price days after launching cheapest variant

Tesla is set to lift Cybertruck pricing just days after unveiling its new sub-$A85,000 entry variant, as early demand builds.
Jaecoo J5 EV hits 1,000 orders within weeks of Australian debut

Jaecoo J5 EV hits 1,000 orders within weeks of Australian debut

Jaecoo’s sharp $36,990 driveaway launch price has helped the J5 EV surpass 1,000 orders within weeks of arriving in Australian showrooms.