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“Wait is over:” First BYD Atto 3 EVs loaded on trucks for customer deliveries

“Wait is over:” First BYD Atto 3 EVs loaded on trucks for customer deliveries

BYD importer EV Direct confirms first Atto 3s are now on way to being delivered to customers waiting a long time for an affordable EV.
Sun-to-wheel charging supplier and mapping service land funds for expansion

Sun-to-wheel charging supplier and mapping service land funds for expansion

Investors in the UK are investing millions into two local companies focused on EV infrastructure.
The new electric cars coming to Australia before end of 2022

The new electric cars coming to Australia before end of 2022

A swathe of new EV models will land on Australian shores before the end of 2022. Here’s what you can expect.
ACT chooses suppliers to triple its EV charging network by end of 2023

ACT chooses suppliers to triple its EV charging network by end of 2023

Number of EV chargers in the ACT is set to grow rapidly with $1.4 million roll out by the end of 2023.
Meyers Manx unveils all-electric dune buggy

Meyers Manx unveils all-electric dune buggy

The Meyers Manx buggy was a 60s classic and now it’s back, but in an electric format more akin to the decade’s environmental flower-power sensibilities.
All-electric Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV launches in Europe

All-electric Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV launches in Europe

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV goes on sale in Europe, with first models expected for customers in December.
Siemens and Mahle plan to standardise wireless EV charging

Siemens and Mahle plan to standardise wireless EV charging

Two industrial giants plan to ensure that wireless EV charging can be implemented in a way that will future-proof homes and carparks.
Hertz and Polestar take rental EVs across Australia

Hertz and Polestar take rental EVs across Australia

Polestar 2 EVs are now available to rent through Hertz. We take one for a spin and chat to Hertz VP Eoin MacNeill.