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Too quick to charge! Why the Tesla Model Y is bad for digestion

Too quick to charge! Why the Tesla Model Y is bad for digestion

The Model Y charges so quickly on highway chargers it barely leaves enough time to find a loo, eat a sandwich, and have a mug of tea.
“Unleash the future:” Lotus launches ‘world’s fastest’ dual-motor electric SUV

“Unleash the future:” Lotus launches ‘world’s fastest’ dual-motor electric SUV

Lotus reveals Eletre, its first electric SUV, its first five-seater vehicle, but one that can still do 600km range and get to 100km/h in less than three seconds.
Ford CEO reveals stunning new acceleration in F-150 Lightning electric ute

Ford CEO reveals stunning new acceleration in F-150 Lightning electric ute

Ford CEO reveals that the F150 Lightning electric ute has much quicker acceleration than first promised.
ACT utility secures another 40 EVs for customers, including Tesla, Polestar and MG

ACT utility secures another 40 EVs for customers, including Tesla, Polestar and MG

ACT utility secures another 40 EVs that it can deliver to its customers between now and Christmas.
Toyota debuts four-door electric sedan, the second model in bZ EV family

Toyota debuts four-door electric sedan, the second model in bZ EV family

Toyota has rolled out its second model of the bZ EV family, a four-door electric sedan.
Tesla cuts prices for Model 3 and Model Y in China. And, in Australia …

Tesla cuts prices for Model 3 and Model Y in China. And, in Australia …

Tesla has lowered prices for its EVs in the China market, but what does this mean for Australian prices?
Ampol to roll out 10-bay EV charging stations at some of its forecourts

Ampol to roll out 10-bay EV charging stations at some of its forecourts

Ampol to roll out 10-bay EV fast charging stations at some existing forecourts, and also plans “destination” charging at shopping centres.
Business revolution: Toyota plans major backflip on EVs as it plays catch up to Tesla

Business revolution: Toyota plans major backflip on EVs as it plays catch up to Tesla

Toyota caught out by pace of EV uptake, and is now considering a complete revamp of its strategy for fear it will left behind by Tesla and others.