EV News

The most-read and trusted website tracking EV news Australia.

Read the latest in Australia’s shift towards electric mobility, here and globally.

As the world increasingly turns to electric vehicles, we will make sure you have access to all the biggest stories in EVs.

More importantly, read about topics like policy, charging infrastructure, and developments in EV technology – because you want to know.

Likewise, you’ll keep returning because you know that for up-to-date EV news – The Driven has it.


Volvo poised to add lower cost single-motor XC40 Recharge to Australia

Volvo poised to add lower cost single-motor XC40 Recharge to Australia

Volvo is reportedly planning to bring a more affordable single-motor version of the 2023 XC40 Recharge in the third quarter of 2022.
Orders for Polestar 2 open in Australia ahead of February deliveries

Orders for Polestar 2 open in Australia ahead of February deliveries

Polestar Australia prepares to open the order books for its Polestar 2 electric fastback, heralding its first foray into the local EV market.
GM Hummer “first edition” electric ute deliveries to start in December

GM Hummer “first edition” electric ute deliveries to start in December

Deliveries of the Hummer EV Edition 1 – the limited edition all-electric pickup truck/utility vehicle – will begin in December.
Tesla to spend $US188 million to upgrade Giga Shanghai production capacity

Tesla to spend $US188 million to upgrade Giga Shanghai production capacity

EV maker Tesla is planning to invest $US188 million to expand production lines at its Giga Shanghai production facility.
Mercedes-Benz launches seven-seater electric EQB in Europe

Mercedes-Benz launches seven-seater electric EQB in Europe

Mercedes-Benz launches all-electric EQB in Europe, with a seven-seater option.
Nissan teases electric ute and solid state batteries in new 2030 EV targets

Nissan teases electric ute and solid state batteries in new 2030 EV targets

Nissan plans 15 new pure electric cars that could include an all-electric ute, an electric sportscar and crossover, and a lifestyle-oriented people mover.
New Tesla Model Y Performance gets super fast AMD Ryzen chip

New Tesla Model Y Performance gets super fast AMD Ryzen chip

Shanghai-made 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance gets major upgrades including AMD Ryzen graphics chip, a lithium-ion auxiliary battery and laminated glass.
The family-friendly electric cars that qualify for EV rebates

The family-friendly electric cars that qualify for EV rebates

There are already family-friendly electric vehicles in Australia, depending on what your criteria are. You just have to know what you are looking for.