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Tesla Model 3 gains on Australian ICE market, as 2021 sales reach new high

Tesla Model 3 gains on Australian ICE market, as 2021 sales reach new high

The Tesla Model 3 could enter top 20 best-selling cars in Australia in 2021, as 1,000 more Model 3s arrived at Port Kembla on Friday.
China Tesla rival Xpeng secures approval for Hong Kong IPO

China Tesla rival Xpeng secures approval for Hong Kong IPO

Chinese smart electric car maker reportedly approved to list on Hong Kong Stock Exchange, becoming the latest US-listed Chinese company to list closer to home.
“No future for ICE cars:” Volvo urges Australian government to follow NSW lead

“No future for ICE cars:” Volvo urges Australian government to follow NSW lead

Volvo Australia urges federal and state governments to follow EV policy lead of NSW, which it says is a “significant step in the right direction.”
Audi commits to electric only future, with last ICE car launch set for 2026

Audi commits to electric only future, with last ICE car launch set for 2026

German automaker sets date for last combustion engine vehicle launch and confirms that by 2032 the company will only sell electric vehicles.
Victoria to add 100 destination EV chargers with $5 million state funding

Victoria to add 100 destination EV chargers with $5 million state funding

Victoria announces expansion of funding for electric vehicle chargers, adding $5 million for 100 more charging stations across the state.
Toyota signs up Vivopower to convert LandCruisers to electric in Australia

Toyota signs up Vivopower to convert LandCruisers to electric in Australia

VivoPower inks letter of intent with Toyota to collaborate on electric LandCruisers using conversion kits made by subsidiary Tembo e-LV for sale in broader Australian market.
Kiwi electric bike maker raises $A13 million ahead of dual ASX/NZX listing

Kiwi electric bike maker raises $A13 million ahead of dual ASX/NZX listing

New Zealand electric bike maker closes $A13 million investment round ahead of dual listing on the ASX and NZX and further global expansion.
Hyundai to bring new Kona to Australia within weeks, followed by “every” EV it makes

Hyundai to bring new Kona to Australia within weeks, followed by “every” EV it makes

Hyundai will bring “every one” of its new electric vehicles to Australia, including the cheaper standard range Kona Electric “in coming weeks.”