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Tesla sells 80% more than other EV makers as hybrid sales soar

Tesla sells 80% more than other EV makers as hybrid sales soar

August EV sales data shows Tesla is still dominating the Australian EV market, while consumers show a distinct preference for hybrids.
New Kona Electric will be revealed soon, says Hyundai

New Kona Electric will be revealed soon, says Hyundai

A brand new 2021 Kona Electric will be revealed soon, but will it have the same “sunny attitude” as the 2021 Kona hybrid?
“Don’t trash talk EVs”: new study shows electric cars emit less than thought

“Don’t trash talk EVs”: new study shows electric cars emit less than thought

New study from Dutch electric vehicle expert Auke Hoekstra shows electric cars are better at reducing CO2 than thought because old studies used outdated data.
This off-road Tesla Model 3 kit needs to come to Australia

This off-road Tesla Model 3 kit needs to come to Australia

German company Delta 4×4 has modified a Tesla Model 3, and developed a “lift-kit” to enable it to navigate off-road locations.
Tesla taps surge in market value to raise $5 billion in capital

Tesla taps surge in market value to raise $5 billion in capital

Tesla taps post-stock split surge in values to strengthen balance sheet ahead of triple-factory build.

Electric buses and trains are the answer, not more cars

A silent and largely ignored health hazard accompanying our daily commute is that of air pollution. Are more cars, even if electric, the answer?
Four new electric cars are now available for Australia – as grey imports

Four new electric cars are now available for Australia – as grey imports

Four more electric vehicles are now available to Australian drivers, including popular models made by Nissan, Peugeot, Kia and Fiat.
Tesla Model 3 prevails with two hill climb victories after Pikes Peak crash

Tesla Model 3 prevails with two hill climb victories after Pikes Peak crash

Two Tesla Model 3s claim first and second place in exhibition class of 2020 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, with one Model 3 resurrected after it literally bit the dust.