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Nissan announces new Leaf features as standard, reveals new US pricing

Nissan announces new Leaf features as standard, reveals new US pricing

Nissan announces price reductions for its range of Leaf electric cars, and makes some features standard.
First Tesla Model Y electric crossovers arrive in Australia

First Tesla Model Y electric crossovers arrive in Australia

The first three Model Ys have arrived in Australia ahead of a local launch in the imminent future.
Mitsubishi to release new Outlander plug-in hybrid with bigger battery

Mitsubishi to release new Outlander plug-in hybrid with bigger battery

Mitsubishi to launch new version of Outlander plug-in hybrid with increased battery capacity and more seating.
BYD e6 is now Australia’s cheapest passenger electric vehicle

BYD e6 is now Australia’s cheapest passenger electric vehicle

BYD e6 is now Australia’s cheapest fully electric passenger vehicle, with a price below $40,000.
Mercedes teases new EQE electric sedan, expected for Australia

Mercedes teases new EQE electric sedan, expected for Australia

Mercedes-Benz teases first details of its upcoming electric sedan, the EQE, which will be unveiled in September and will come to Australia, eventually.
Huawei and GAC to partner on new smart electric SUV

Huawei and GAC to partner on new smart electric SUV

Huawei Technologies and GAC Group will partner to develop a smart, medium- to large-size all-electric SUV with Level 4 autonomy.
Rivian may build electric SUVs and utes in UK factory

Rivian may build electric SUVs and utes in UK factory

Rivian is in talks with ministers about developing a factory in the UK with a possible large public subsidy package on the table.
Volkswagen forges new JV to avoid repeat of ID.3 software problems

Volkswagen forges new JV to avoid repeat of ID.3 software problems

Volkswagen forges new joint venture to help it transform from a car maker that does software, to a software platform that makes cars.