Electric Car News
Evie Networks up EV charging prices again
It will again become pricier to charge your electric car on-the-go, as Evie Networks raises prices to contend with rising electricity costs.
2024 Peugeot E-208 electric hatch locked-in for Australia
Peugeot Australia to re-enter the light car segment in 2024 with the facelifted, all-electric E-208
MG: future 600kW EVs will recharge in ‘10 minutes’
Half-solid-state batteries coming next year; SAIC confirms its working on a battery even cheaper than LFP
MG design boss: ‘SUV trend will pass’, no MG ute planned
Design boss says the SUV will go the way of the minivan; confirms no dual-cab MG ute on the horizon – for now
MG LS7 electric SUV likely for Australia, F7/L7 sedans under consideration
Two rebadged electric cars are “under strong consideration” for local MG showrooms, likely becoming the most-expensive vehicles sold by a Chinese brand
MG: EVs now priced to rival petrol cars
MG battery boss says some EVs have reached price parity with ICEs – and are only going to get cheaper
Ford Mustang Mach-E, Genesis GV70 and G80 EVs score 5-star ANCAP safety ratings
Three new electric vehicles have received top ANCAP safety marks – but the results are carried over from 2021 testing
Vehicle emissions rules could save Australia billions, report predicts
A new report has revealed major savings for all Australian new car owners and the economy – if the government sets strong vehicle emissions mandates.
2024 BMW 5 Series & electric i5: Pricing and features
BMW's eighth-gen executive sedan is coming to Australia this year priced between $114,900-215,900
2024 Fiat 600e city electric SUV detailed, no news for Australia
The quirky Fiat 600e electric crossover has been officially revealed, offering a more practical alternative to the 500e hatch.
GWM Ora EV pricing drops to $39,990 to compete with MG 4, BYD Dolphin
GWM has announced significant price cuts on its brand-new Ora electric hatch, making it a more compelling alternative to the new & cheap MG 4 and BYD Dolphin EVs
MG 4 XPower confirmed as most powerful production MG
New flagship for MG 4 electric hatch brings 320kW dual-motor performance with upgraded suspension and chassis technology.
2024 Kia Niro updated with more tech for base EV, price rises
Kia has increased pricing for its electrified Niro small SUV, as one variant receives more tech
Hyundai won’t compete with bargain Chinese EVs
Not only will Hyundai’s incoming Kona EV not rival Chinese electrics on price, the brand isn’t keen on a race to the bottom with its future battery-electric vehicles.
What electric car incentives are on offer in Australia?
With more EVs being introduced into the market, what are governments offering to increase uptake among private buyers?
Kia 'GT1' EV: 450kW Stinger successor rumoured & rendered!
The Stinger could be coming back… in the form of a long range, electric-only GT.
BYD to launch EV ‘Megastores’, servicing & delivery centres in Australia
BYD’s Australian distributor will grow its retail and aftersales to meet increasing demand en masse.
2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y electric car prices slashed to new lows
Electric car brand Tesla has cut Model 3 and Model Y pricing in Australia, with savings of up to $6395
Ampol EV chargers head into the shops
Fuel giant Ampol will enter shopping centres for the first time with its AmpCharge electric vehicle network
Victoria EV tax rises for 2023-24, as EV rebate ends early
The state will increase its controversial EV and PHEV tax again, as it abolishes its EV rebate reportedly early.
Chargefox pricing trial shows huge fluctuations in cost to users
The South Australian Government wants EV owners to charge during the day – but it’ll come at a cost if you can’t.
2023 BMW X1 pricing and features for Australia
BMW's small SUV has also spawned an all-electric variant, with both models set for an Australian launch – and now we've driven both
VW rules out new Beetle, working on $30k ID.1
The iconic Beetle won’t be coming back, but the German automaker is committed to launching other affordable EVs.
2024 Polestar 2 pricing and features
The updated Polestar 2 brings a host of major changes to rival the Tesla Model 3 – but prices are up