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Tesla Model 3 Highland first drive: Refined, and with no stalks!

Tesla Model 3 Highland first drive: Refined, and with no stalks!

The Model 3 refresh keeps it competitive with newer electric sedans such as the BYD Seal, Hyundai Ioniq 6 and 2024 Polestar 2 refresh. You may even like the lack of stalks.
BYD plans to overtake Tesla and become top 5 car brand in Australia

BYD plans to overtake Tesla and become top 5 car brand in Australia

BYD and its local distributor EV Direct confirm major expansion to overtake Tesla and help propel the Chinese EV maker into the top-5 best-selling brands in Australia.
Lithium-ion battery pack prices hit record low, tipped to nearly halve again by 2030

Lithium-ion battery pack prices hit record low, tipped to nearly halve again by 2030

Prices of lithium ion battery packs now at record lows, and tipped to nearly halve again by 2030 – good news for electric vehicles and for stationary storage.
Nissan plans next-gen Leaf and two new electric models, including Qashqai

Nissan plans next-gen Leaf and two new electric models, including Qashqai

Nissan to produce two new vehicles in the UK as it unveiled its $A5.7 billion EV plan.
Kia breaks all the rules with sublime new EV6 GT, an electric beast

Kia breaks all the rules with sublime new EV6 GT, an electric beast

behind its Superman cape, the EV6 is a surprisingly civilised, sensible piece of equipment – even more remarkable when you compare its price to that of its so-called rivals.
Tripping and touring with a BYD Atto 3 EV, and an induction stove for camping

Tripping and touring with a BYD Atto 3 EV, and an induction stove for camping

For years we have escaped the cold southern winters by driving to Cairns. This time we did it in our new BYD Atto 3 EV, with some smart charging ideas and an induction cooktop.
Plunging battery prices will deliver cost parity for EVs by 2025, says Goldman Sachs

Plunging battery prices will deliver cost parity for EVs by 2025, says Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs says battery prices are falling faster than expected and should deliver total cost of ownership parity for EVs by 2025.
Norway begins long farewell to fossil cars, and Australia still has a lot to learn

Norway begins long farewell to fossil cars, and Australia still has a lot to learn

Norway’s ban on fossil cars will take effect in a little more than a year. How long will it take to reach a 100% battery electric vehicle fleet? And what can Australia learn from Norway’s journey.