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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.
Electric vehicle sales tipped to jump six-fold in Australia by 2030

Electric vehicle sales tipped to jump six-fold in Australia by 2030

Sales of EVs expected to grow six-fold over the next five years, but sales of plug in hybrids could peak in 2026, according to a new report.
My EV is 16 years old, and it’s not dead yet …

My EV is 16 years old, and it’s not dead yet …

The first iPad was launched in 2010, the Best Picture Oscar went to The Hurt Locker, and Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard were Australia’s Prime Ministers. And my first EV arrived in Australia. I’m still driving it.
Ferrari unveils new details and name – in style – for its fully electric sports car

Ferrari unveils new details and name – in style – for its fully electric sports car

Ferrari has unveiled new details for its upcoming fully electric sports car, including the name, Ferrari Luce.