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BYD to launch EVs with more than 1,000 km of range this year

BYD to launch EVs with more than 1,000 km of range this year

BYD’s innovation continues, this time with EVs that pack over 1,000 km in range for those ICE car drivers with long distance range anxiety.
Chinese car giant Geely targets 75 pct “new energy vehicle” share by 2030

Chinese car giant Geely targets 75 pct “new energy vehicle” share by 2030

Geely, the parent company of brands such as Volvo, Polestar, and Zeekr, aims to have more than 6.5 million annual sales by 2030, three quarters of them plug in and fuel cell vehicles.
Stellantis takes $A37 billion write-down in wild scramble to retreat from EVs

Stellantis takes $A37 billion write-down in wild scramble to retreat from EVs

Stellantis, one of the world’s largest car manufacturers, takes a stunning $A37 billion hit as part of a wide-ranging retreat from its EV ambitions.
BYD’s first EV gets major boost in power and new AWD version approved

BYD’s first EV gets major boost in power and new AWD version approved

BYD’s first EV in the market gets a much needed upgrade with new drivetrains, more power and faster charging.
“From a trickle to a real market:” Government urged to retain FBT exemption for EVs

“From a trickle to a real market:” Government urged to retain FBT exemption for EVs

EV and car leasing lobbies say the FBT exemption for EVs has been a huge success, particularly for outer-suburban families, and should not be repealed.
BYD’s upcoming flagship 7-seater EV with 1,000 kW DC charging sighted

BYD’s upcoming flagship 7-seater EV with 1,000 kW DC charging sighted

BYD’s next flagship BEV sighted in regulatory filing revealing key specs.
Kia’s PV5 electric Van gets approval for sale in Australia

Kia’s PV5 electric Van gets approval for sale in Australia

Kia’s next EV has now been approved for sale in Australia, meaning the company’s first electric van, the PV5, could be available in Australia within a few months.
Australia’s fastest charging EV Zeekr 7X scores 5-star ANCAP rating amid high demand

Australia’s fastest charging EV Zeekr 7X scores 5-star ANCAP rating amid high demand

Zeekr’s popular 7X SUV gets 5-star ANCAP rating with solid demand outlined with thousands ditching premium ICE models to make the jump.