12 Sep 2019

First drive: Peugeot’s new electric e-208 and 208

Paul Horrell’s 2019 Peugeot 208 and e-208 prototype review ahead of the model’s official launch.

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11 Sep 2019

Electric Mini Cooper in Oz next year

Mini, like so many carmakers, is going electric, confirming its new EV will be available to buy in Australia next year.

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Sumitomo Rubber is working on new technology that could see car tyres generate electricity while driving.
29 Jul 2019

Using car tyres to generate electricity

Sumitomo Rubber is working on new technology that could see car tyres generate electricity while driving.

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An all-electric Ford F-150 prototype during a capability test. The battery-powered truck successfully towed more than 1.25 million pounds of rail cars and trucks during the test.
24 Jul 2019

Prototype electric Ford F-150 pulls almost 600,000kg

Prototype electric Ford F-150 pulls 42 F-150s loaded onto 10 double-decker railway cars weighing almost 600,000kg.

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10 Jul 2019

Around Melbourne then to Adelaide and back in a 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric

Can you really use an electric vehicle like a ‘normal’ car? We spent 10 days with the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric and drove around town and then from Melbourne to Adelaide to find out.

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all-electric Mini Cooper SE
10 Jul 2019

All-electric 2020 Mini Cooper SE unveiled – key details

BMW was at the front of the electric car movement with the i3 but it’s stumbled a bit since, now its launched the all-electric Mini Cooper SE hoping the iconic hatch will win buyers.

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2020 Peugeot 2008
20 Jun 2019

2020 Peugeot 2008 available with electric, petrol or hybrid powertrains…it could come here

The 2020 Peugeot 2008 which is being studied for introduction into Australia will follow the path set by the 208 with its multiple powertrain options and mirror that of the Hyundai Ioniq.

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Honda has revealed details of its first all-electric car, the Honda e, which will be debuted in prototype form at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July ahead of going on-sale later this year.
14 Jun 2019

Honda e compact electric car detailed…200km driving range

Honda has revealed details of its first all-electric car, the Honda e, which will be debuted in prototype form at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July ahead of its public debut later this year.

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2019 Toyota RAV4 Review
07 Jun 2019

Subaru and Toyota to work together on electric SUV

Subaru and Toyota have announced the two car makers will work together to develop a platform for battery electric passenger vehicles and an electric SUV.

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06 Jun 2019

Jaguar Land Rover and BMW to collaborate on electric powertrains

Jaguar Land Rover and BMW have announced they’ll work together to build next-generation electric drive units and technologies in general.

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04 Jun 2019

Volkswagen ID.R claims electric record at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife – 6:05.336 minutes

The Volkswagen ID.R has followed up its Pikes Peak and Goodwood speed records by setting a new lap record at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife for an electric vehicle – lapping the track in 6:05.336 minutes.

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Continental claims its new 30kW electric motor is capable of regenerating twice as much electricity as competitor products and is perfect for 48-volt mild-hybrid applications.
28 May 2019

Continental reveals new electric motor for 48-volt mild-hybrid applications

Continental claims its new 30kW electric motor is capable of regenerating twice as much electricity as competitor products and is perfect for 48-volt mild-hybrid applications.

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Custom pull-out electric kitchen revealed for Rivian R1T
20 May 2019

Rivian R1T gets a custom pull-out electric kitchen

Custom pull-out electric kitchen revealed for Rivian R1T at the Overland Expo event last weekend in the US.

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PRACTICAL MOTORING SAYS: A stylish hatchback that feels more premium than most mass-market competitors (Commodore included), and looks more stylish than pretty well anything in the mid-size segment except maybe the Alfa Giulia. The low, raked roofline does cut a little into rear space, but otherwise it's a practical cabin. Assuming, that is, you don't need the  deeper cargo room of a crossover. On the road it strikes a good balance between fun and comfort.
17 Apr 2019

Peugeot Australia to focus on commercial vehicles and medium cars

Peugeot is relaunching in Australia with a focus on commercial vehicles and a mid-sized sedan with luxury aspirations.

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Hyundai Ioniq 2019 Review: Hybrid, Plug-In, Electric 81.43%
03 Apr 2019

Hyundai Ioniq 2019 Review: Hybrid, Plug-In and Electric

Toby Hagon’s 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Review With Price, Specs, Performance, Ride And Handling, Ownership, Safety, Verdict And Score.

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