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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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Kia 'GT1' EV: 450kW Stinger successor rumoured & rendered!

The Stinger could be coming back… in the form of a long range, electric-only GT.

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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

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Ampol EV chargers head into the shops

Fuel giant Ampol will enter shopping centres for the first time with its AmpCharge electric vehicle network

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Aston Martin and Lucid team up for future EVs

A strategic plan between Aston Martin and Lucid has been announced

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Cupra Born EV drives demand for Spanish brand

Swell in Australian orders driven largely by BEV and plug-in hybrid vehicles

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2023 BYD Dolphin pricing and features: Full details

The BYD Dolphin is Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle, with pricing and equipment on par with similarly priced petrol hatchbacks

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Australia’s cheapest electric car: 2023 BYD Dolphin pricing announced

China’s electric vehicle price war has moved to the $30,000 field, with the BYD Dolphin stealing the MG 4’s thunder – but only by $100

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Hyundai EVs under the spotlight for brake regen safety, Ioniq 5 power loss

Consumer Reports has found most Hyundai group EVs don’t turn on the brake lights when using stronger regen braking modes.

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Charging: How Tesla will stay profitable, even without top-selling EVs

Here’s how the popular American brand isn’t just earning money from making cars and selling carbon credits.

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Hyundai confirms electric ute, diesel Kia Tasman twin unlikely

Hyundai plans to sell two million EVs annually by 2030, with an electric ute confirmed in its latest roadmap

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VW to discontinue Arteon, focus on EV growth

The upmarket VW Arteon will no longer be produced globally, as the company aims to maximise profits.