Hyundai has a new electric crossover coming
Hyundai says that it will introduce a new city-size EV soon. Hyundai Group has plans for a fully electric city car-sized like a crossover – to come to market in the next two years. The news car has been confirmed by Hyundai’s EV powertrain partner, BorgWarner. The deal signed between
Nio to bring a new EV car brand
Nio will target the more affordable end of the electric car market with a new marque, though plans to come to Australia have not been revealed. Chinese electric car manufacturer Nio will soon launch a new ‘mass-market’ sub-brand that will arrive as a more affordable alternative to Nio’s premium market
Northern Territory to subsidise EV ownership
Northern Territory Government commits to discounts on electric car rego and stamp duty. Following southern states which have begun to roll out electric car subsidies and schemes that support uptake in ownership, the Northern Territory has thrown its hat in the ring with a commitment to giving fully electric and
Victoria’s new electric car tax slammed ‘climate vandalism’
Victoria is now the first state in the world to introduce an electric car tax, in some ways decentivising ownership of an electric car thanks to a per-kilometre charge. It has been slammed by the Australian Greens party. “Labor’s EV tax comes at a time when transport is our biggest
The importance of 800 volt for Hyundai’s performance cars
The Hyundai Motor Group has announced that it will introduce 800 volt electric vehicles, underpinned by the E-GMP platform. A crucial piece in the gap between performance and reliability, 800 volt architecture allows for super-fast charging of the battery and, most importantly, repeatable high performance running. It is something only
Mazda’s electric SUV one step closer to Australia
Mazda’s MX-30 EV looks to be shoring up as the brand’s debutant in the Australian electric vehicle market. Mazda has gone through the effort of certifying its MX-30 electric SUV for use on Australian roads, suggesting it is seriously close to confirming it will launch here. The model has been
Nissan Re-Leaf is a smart emergency EV solution
Modifying the Nissan Leaf currently on sale, the Re-Leaf is a tough emergency rebuild that can provide power to disaster areas. This is a car that would have been perfect just a few weeks ago in Melbourne. In the area where I’m located, the most severe winds I’ve ever experienced
Price vs perception: Is vanity killing EV sales?
We know electric vehicles are expensive right now, but apparently that’s not all which is holding Australians back from buying an EV.
Huge 48-inch digital dash debuts at Frankfurt motor show
Chinese-built electric SUV revealed at the Frankfurt motor show packs a heap of technology and could be coming to Australia.
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.
Porsche Taycan specs and details
Porsche has unveiled the all-new Taycan. Here is everything you need to know about the world’s newest (and temporarily greatest) electric vehicle.
2019 Jaguar I-Pace Review
Dean Mellor’s 2019 Jaguar I-Pace Review With Pricing, Specs, Performance, Ride And Handling, Safety, Verdict And Score.
Tesla Model 3 spec revealed, but Tesla doesn’t want you to buy it…
Tesla has confirmed spec for the upcoming Model 3, but it says you should be more excited with current offerings as sales of the Model S decline.
2018 Nissan Leaf teased
Nissan has teased an image of its upcoming Leaf update, and it might just be the affordable electric car we’ve been waiting for.
Chevrolet’s all-purpose FNR-X concept revealed
Yet another EV SUV concept has been unveiled, this time a ride height changing Chevrolet with advanced interior technology.