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Bridie Schmidt is lead reporter for The Driven, sister site of Renew Economy. She specialises in writing about new technology, and has a keen interest in the role that zero emissions transport has to play in sustainability.

Tesla claims 80% of Australian market as electric vehicles near 18,000 mark

Model X camera and sidemarker. Source: Tesla

Tesla's dominant position in the Australian electric car market continues to grow, as it claims 80% of new EV sales to date in 2020 and Australian EV market climbs to around 17,600 vehicles.

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Suspected car thieves caught out by Tesla Model X cameras on Gold Coast

Sentry mode on Tesla Model X captures video of suspected car thieves, including a suspect from previous incidents.

Musk dances at Shanghai first Model 3 delivery event. Source: @flcnhvy

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Tesla in for big 2020 after another record quarter and a $120 billion valuation

Tesla readies for big 2020 after another record quarter for deliveries, big plans for China, a fourth Gigafactory in Germany and moves to give its electric cars a voice.

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Tesla Models X and 3 ranked among Australia’s Top 3 safest cars for 2019

Two of out three of Australia's independently ranked safest cars are electric vehicles, and both of those are Teslas.

Perth could soon have its own Tesla retail outlet. Source: Tesla

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Tesla “shaping the future” as it makes top 10 trusted car brands in Australia

Tesla listed in top ten trusted car companies in Australia by Roy Morgan, ahead of Mercedes-Benz, Kia, and notably, fellow US car brand Ford.

Tesla Model X - Frontal Offset Impact test 2019 - after crash.

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Model X beats Porsche Taycan, joins other Teslas with Euro five star safety rating

Tesla Model X receives maximum five star safety rating from European safety ratings body Euro NCAP, beating Porsche Taycan and with 98% for adult occupants which may earn it the title of "Best in Class".

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