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Ford unveils new EV platform, a new battery, and promises a low-cost electric ute

Ford unveils new EV platform, a new battery, and promises a low-cost electric ute

Ford has another crack at the EV market, unveiling a new platform, a new battery, and promises of a low cost electric ute and EVs that are better and cheaper than Tesla.
VW releases new variants and prices for its EV lineup in Australia

VW releases new variants and prices for its EV lineup in Australia

Volkswagen adds new variants to its ID.4 and ID.5 electric SUVs to attract new buyers to its EV lineup in Australia.
Australian EV sales hit record in June quarter, account for 22 pct of medium SUV segment

Australian EV sales hit record in June quarter, account for 22 pct of medium SUV segment

A record 29,244 battery electric vehicles were sold in Australia in the June quarter, accounting for 9.3 per cent of the market. BEVs also took 22 pct of the medium sized SUV segment.
AGL grabs big share of EV home charging market as it plots future beyond coal

AGL grabs big share of EV home charging market as it plots future beyond coal

AGL says it has more than 35,000 customers on its EV charging plan, as load from electric vehicle owners shifts to overnight charing instead of evening peaks.
First batch of Nissan Ariya EVs sets sail for Australia

First batch of Nissan Ariya EVs sets sail for Australia

First Nissan Ariya EVs are now Australia-bound ahead of official local launch.
Tesla launches its longest range model yet, featuring new battery pack

Tesla launches its longest range model yet, featuring new battery pack

Tesla launches its longest range model with up to 830 km of range (CLTC), courtesy of a new battery pack, with deliveries to start next month.
Musk says Tesla Robotaxis service to open to public next month

Musk says Tesla Robotaxis service to open to public next month

Elon Musk confirms that Tesla’s Robotaxi service to be offered to public next month.
Polestar continues to ramp up its Australian retail network

Polestar continues to ramp up its Australian retail network

Polestar has added five new retail locations since the start of the year, including a new test drive and handover centre in Canberra and a new retail presence in Launceston.