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.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
Electric trucks demonstrate megawatt charging in sub-zero temperatures
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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
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Australian logistics titan launches five new Volvo electric trucks
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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
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
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
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 …
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.