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Mini research shows EV ownership not always matched by charging infrastructure

Mini research shows EV ownership not always matched by charging infrastructure

Iconic British marque Mini highlights increasing demand for both EVs and charge points across the UK, and which cities are doing best.
BMW unveils cheaper i4 electric sedan with smaller battery

BMW unveils cheaper i4 electric sedan with smaller battery

BMW adds i4 eDrive35 to its electric offerings, but only for North America and France for the time being.
“They’ll sell like hot cakes:” EV researcher’s verdict on Ford and Rivian electric utes

“They’ll sell like hot cakes:” EV researcher’s verdict on Ford and Rivian electric utes

There might not be any electric utes in Australia yet, but one Australian EV researcher has had the chance to see some up close in the US.
Nio plans new brand to make more EVs affordable

Nio plans new brand to make more EVs affordable

Nio looks to add a third electric car brand in a bid to cover the low- to mid-range EV market, priced under $A40,000.
Mercedes opens electric truck hub to test charging technologies

Mercedes opens electric truck hub to test charging technologies

Mercedes-Benz Trucks opens eTruck Charging Park in Germany to test charging technologies and concepts from a variety of manufacturers.
Kia EV6 may get its own “self-driving” option

Kia EV6 may get its own “self-driving” option

Kia may follow footsteps of Tesla with introduction of semi-autonomous driving package with hefty price tag.
Tesla loses Europe EV sales lead as Fiat 500e charges into top place

Tesla loses Europe EV sales lead as Fiat 500e charges into top place

Tesla loses lead in west European EV market for the first time in 18 months, but probably not for long.
Secondhand Model Y listed for $20,000 above sale price, before first new deliveries

Secondhand Model Y listed for $20,000 above sale price, before first new deliveries

Model Y customers list vehicles for sale at inflated prices before they are even delivered by Tesla, potentially in breach of contract.