Here’s why electric cars have plenty of grunt, oomph and torque

Nobuteru Taniguc drifting a Tesla Model S in Tokyo, Japan.MASUDA

Electric motors are used in everything from utes to mining trucks – because they pack plenty of oomph.

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Tesla Model 3 costs less than a Toyota Camry to own: report

Tesla Model 3 costs less than a Toyota Camry to own over three year period, according to Ark Invest calculations.

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Aston Martin Rapide E electric sportscar now ready for production

Aston Martin unveils the Rapide E at the Shanghai Motor Show, ready to start its production.

Jimmy Barnes and Simon Hackett both extol the benefits of electric cars.

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Singer Jimmy Barnes joins big name Australians supporting electric vehicles

Jimmy Barnes drives a Tesla on holidays and says he can't wait to make the switch to electric cars, joining other notable Australians.

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Schneider, Jet Charge to build charging stations as Nissan dealers ready for new Leaf

Within 6 months, AC car chargers will be installed at 89 Nissan dealerships thanks to deal with Jet Charge and Schneider Electric.

Could the Tesla Model 3 sport the slogan 'Made in Australia'? Source: Tesla

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Tesla Model 3 pricing could start at $60,000 in Australia, but hinges on Autopilot

Model 3 configurator for Australian consumers could be online within weeks now, while push to make Autopilot standard may lift price beyond hoped-for entry level of $60,000.

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The Driven Podcast: Biofuels, batteries, or hydrogen

With the energy transition in the main grid gathering pace, more focus is turning to de-carbonising transport. We talk to Australian engineer Stephanie Moroz, who has worked in all three sectors, about the pros and cons of biofuels, batteries and hydrogen.