Electric Car News
2025 Mazda ‘EZ-6’ electric sedan teased for China ahead of reveal next week
An all-electric Mazda sedan, based on an existing Chinese-market vehicle, will debut at the Beijing Auto Show next week – though it’s unclear if it’ll be offered outside of China
2025 Alfa Romeo M̴i̴l̴a̴n̴o̴ Junior revealed – UPDATE: Italy bans Milano name
Alfa Romeo has unveiled its sporty new compact SUV, and a fresh controversy just days later should ensure its name is never forgotten… (we’ll look forward to a brisk trade in Milano badges on eBay)
PHEVs emit 350% more CO2 than claimed because lax drivers don’t charge them: EU
Drawing on data collected from a sample of 600,000 vehicles in 2021, a massive EU government test shows emissions from plug-in hybrid EVs to be 3.5 times higher than claimed, while diesel and petrol car emissions are around 20% higher
2024 BMW X3 & iX3: New photos, details, and everything we know
New photos and details for the upcoming BMW X3 have surfaced, so here’s all you need to know, including the anticipated iX3 electric SUV!
Most popular used cars: Old EVs less popular with Aussies than in other markets
Searches for used cars in the Australian market were recorded, as well as searches globally
BYD’s new ‘blade’ battery promises 1000km+ range
Melbourne to Sydney on a single charge? BYD’s new ‘blade battery’ might just do it…
Five Chinese EV brands that haven’t hit Australia… yet
With their own government manufacturing subsidies at home and a handy trade agreement here, these brands could be tempted by the Australian market
Meet Zeekr — the latest Chinese EV brand coming to Oz
A family mover with 800km+ range and a small SUV will lead Zeekr’s assault
2025 Isuzu D-Max mild-hybrid ute revealed for lower CO2 emissions push
Stepping into carbon neutrality, Isuzu reveals hybrid and EV concepts, with some headed for Australia.
Peugeot E-5008: 7-seat electric SUV revealed
Peugeot’s all-electric 7-seater SUV for 2024 has been unveiled, but Australia won’t be seeing it yet.
Next BMW iX3 previewed: Vision Neue Klasse X concept
Following its Neue Klasse sedan preview in September, BMW has handed down a first look at how its next iX3 electric SUV will appear
MG4 and ZS EV up to $10K cheaper with new drive-away pricing
MG cuts thousands of dollars from its two fully electric cars with move to national drive-away pricing
Chery boss admits “extremely little local testing” of Omoda 5 lane-assist systems
Omoda 5 GT lands with updated lane-assist settings to address criticisms
2024 Chery Omoda E5: electric SUV unlikely to undercut BYD Atto 3’s price
All-electric version of Chery Omoda 5 small SUV due in Australia in mid-2024
Electric Mazda 6 successor coming? ‘Mazda 6e’ name trademarked in Europe
Mazda has trademarked the ‘Mazda 6e’ name in Europe, which could be used for an electric Tesla Model 3 rival based on its new scalable architecture
Are EVs finally mainstream in Australia?
After a record year of EV sales in Australia helped by greater choice and more affordable options, are buyers embracing electric cars?
2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron electric SUV: Porsche Macan sibling revealed
The Audi Q6 E-Tron electric SUV is the first model from the brand to ride on the new Premium Platform Electric architecture shared with the latest Porsche Macan
Nissan & Honda confirm EV partnership talks
Japan’s second and third-largest car makers may be about to team up on kicking their EV schedules into gear
2024 Lexus UX pricing and features: Small SUV goes hybrid and electric-only
The Lexus UX small SUV is now limited to hybrid and all-electric models, which gain new tech and improved safety features
Cupra Born VZ due in Australia in 2025, Born range passes 1000 sales
New flagship version of Spanish brand’s electric hatch beefs up performance and dynamics and is expected here in early 2025
2025 Jeep Avenger electric SUV: $53k launch price announced
Jeep’s compact EV, the Avenger, will make its Australian debut in late 2024 with a $53,990 starting price
EVs will be cheaper to race and maintain!
Porsche says costs compared to combustion engine models will be way lower.
Why all-wheel drive is a must for performance EVs
Traction? Speed? Those are just some of the reasons to choose AWD.
EV sales are getting a boost through incentivised novated leasing
Tax breaks for leased EVs proving irresistible to many.
Popular Electric Cars
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Tesla Model Y
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MG MG4
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Volvo XC40
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MG ZS
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Polestar 2
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Kia EV6
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Mercedes-Benz EQA Electric SUV
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Volvo C40
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Hyundai Ioniq 5
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Hyundai Kona
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Kia EV9
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BYD Seal
