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Volkswagen lifts annual global EV sales by a third to nearly one million in 2025

Volkswagen lifts annual global EV sales by a third to nearly one million in 2025

Volkswagen delivered nearly 1 million all-electric vehicles (EVs) in 2025, up 32 per cent from the year before despite a slight decline in overall vehicle sales over the year.
BYD teases specs of its smallest EV, with a tiny 20 kWh battery pack

BYD teases specs of its smallest EV, with a tiny 20 kWh battery pack

BYD teases details of its battery pack and range on its smallest EV yet, the Racco, destined initially for Japan.
How the global market for electric two-wheelers took off in 2025

How the global market for electric two-wheelers took off in 2025

Electric two wheelers took 15 per cent of the global market in 2025, with shares of nearly 55 pct in China and more than 21 per cent in Vietnam.
The Volvo EX30 EV battery fire warning: What do we know?

The Volvo EX30 EV battery fire warning: What do we know?

What do we know about the fire risks from the EX30 EV battery? And will they affect other EVs built on the same platform?
EVs and hybrids are grabbing a bigger share of the second-hand market

EVs and hybrids are grabbing a bigger share of the second-hand market

Australians’ blooming love affair with fuel-efficient vehicles is sweeping into the second-hand car market, with figures showing hybrid and electric models are wooing more candidates. 
Tesla launches cheapest Model 3 in key right-hand-drive market

Tesla launches cheapest Model 3 in key right-hand-drive market

Tesla launches its cheapest car in key right-hand-drive market, shaving thousands off the next model in lineup.
Kia debuts EV2, its most compact electric vehicle to date

Kia debuts EV2, its most compact electric vehicle to date

Kia unveils its sixth dedicated EV model at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show in Belgium, with a driving range of up to 448 kilometres and bidirectional charging.
Volvo EX30 owners urged not to charge above 70%, due to risk of fire

Volvo EX30 owners urged not to charge above 70%, due to risk of fire

Nearly 3,000 Australian owners of the Volvo EX30 compact electric SUV have been warned not to charge their EV over 70 pct due to the risk of a vehicle fire.