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BYD to launch Atto 3 electric crossover in Australia

BYD to launch Atto 3 electric crossover in Australia

Chinese manufacturing giant BYD readies to launch first electric vehicle dubbed the BYD Atto 3 in Australia on Saturday.
How Tesla Model 3 uptake soared in Queensland, topping Victoria in 2021

How Tesla Model 3 uptake soared in Queensland, topping Victoria in 2021

Queensland Tesla sales edged ahead of Victoria in 2021, but only one state introduced EV rebates. So how did incentives help uptake in Queensland?
Polestar 2 goes on sale in Australia with deliveries set to commence in March

Polestar 2 goes on sale in Australia with deliveries set to commence in March

The Polestar 2 electric fastback goes on sale in Australia, with deliveries of the first 180 vehicles set to commence in March.
Mini launches electric three door Cooper SE in revamp of old school design

Mini launches electric three door Cooper SE in revamp of old school design

The iconic Mini Cooper is debuted in first-ever electric special edition, in Rebel Green with sustainable bronze highlights.
Volvo Trucks claims nearly half share of European electric truck market

Volvo Trucks claims nearly half share of European electric truck market

Volvo Trucks firms up as one of world’s leading electric truck makers, as new figures show it dominated the European market in 2021.
Mercedes reveals high performance AMG electric sedans, with top-of-range slated for Australia

Mercedes reveals high performance AMG electric sedans, with top-of-range slated for Australia

Mercedes-Benz is expanding its electric range, revealing two high-performance versions of its EQE sedan: the EQE 43 4Matic and the EQE 53 4Matic+.
Netherlands targets 70% EVs on smart chargers by 2025

Netherlands targets 70% EVs on smart chargers by 2025

The Netherlands is targeting smart chargers for 70% of its EV drivers by 2025 as part of new national incentive program.
Volkswagen electric cars to power homes by end 2022: Diess

Volkswagen electric cars to power homes by end 2022: Diess

Volkswagen electric cars will be able to help power homes by the end of 2022 via a software update, VW boss Herbert Diess said today.