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The dirty Australian loophole in plug-in hybrid emissions ratings

The dirty Australian loophole in plug-in hybrid emissions ratings

New regulations in Europe recognise that plug in hybrids are three times more polluting than previously claimed. The Australian government needs to catch up and close this emissions loophole.
Tesla slashes inventory Model Y prices by up to $11,000

Tesla slashes inventory Model Y prices by up to $11,000

Tesla has slashed the prices of inventory stock of the Model Y, while in Canada the company is offering even deeper discounts on its new refreshed model.
Tesla says there are no regulatory blockers to FSD in Australia and rollout is imminent

Tesla says there are no regulatory blockers to FSD in Australia and rollout is imminent

Tesla self-driving software has no regulatory blockers in Australia as country manager shares rollout plan for customers.
“Signal to the world:” BYD founder on hand to deliver company’s 60,000th car in Australia

“Signal to the world:” BYD founder on hand to deliver company’s 60,000th car in Australia

BYD delivers its 60,000th car in Australia in under 3 years as the company aims for a top 10 spot. Founder says it’s a signal to the world that it can succeed in mature markets.
Kia’s first electric sedan now approved for sale in Australia

Kia’s first electric sedan now approved for sale in Australia

Kia’s next EV has now been approved for sale in Australia, meaning the company’s first electric sedan, the EV4, could be available in Australia within a few months.
Tesla reveals FSD demo in streets of Sydney

Tesla reveals FSD demo in streets of Sydney

Tesla full-self-driving software lands back in Australia, with a new video shot in the streets of Sydney and across the harbour bridge.
EV mapping tool and one-stop shop launched to identify charging locations and help buyers

EV mapping tool and one-stop shop launched to identify charging locations and help buyers

Australia government launches new EV mapping tool to help locate chargers in right place, as part of a one-stop shop to help consumers make decisions about electric vehicles.
BYD’s smallest EV spotted again, reported to have a tiny 20 kWh battery

BYD’s smallest EV spotted again, reported to have a tiny 20 kWh battery

BYD’s smallest EV spotted again, revealing new details about interior and reported specs.