Japanese carmaker Suzuki's first mass production battery electric vehicle (BEV) will be the eVitara, which will initially be available in Europe, India, and Japan in the middle of 2025.

Early data shows a major drop in EV sales in October, with the Model 3 plunging in the latest month and Tesla down nearly 20 per cent over the year to date.

EVs account for 94 per cent of new car sales in Norway, with the list of best sellers topped by a global car giant that has focused on hybrids.

MG increases price of one of its best selling MG4 variants to $32,990 drive away - but it remains the lowest priced new EV in Australia.

Tesla launches a new major incentive targeted at leases, saving new drivers thousands on a Model Y or Model 3 as it faces more competition in the EV market.

BYD says interest in new plug in hybrid Shark 6 ute means it could become the best selling car in Australia.