Electric Car News

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.

Volvo is an SUV brand now... but the wagons are safe!

Scalable EV architecture – and a whole dose of lovely heritage – will be the saviour of Volvo’s estate cars

Volvo – an almost 100 per cent recycled car is “theoretically possible”

Volvo’s aiming for more and more recycled materials in its cars. How far can it go?

The new Volvo EX30 appears to have taken some notes from Tesla

The new baby electric SUV sweeps its functions into a central portrait screen – but with research to back up the decision

Westpac offers free charging with EV loans

Big bank Westpac will offer free limited Chargefox charging with a new EV finance loan

Electric Toyota GR sports car in the works

The Japanese carmaker has confirmed that a high-performance all-electric GR model is in development, but it remains uncertain whether it will become a reality

NRMA to end free charging, Chargefox trialing overstay fees, WA getting more chargers

The public fast EV charging landscape is shifting in Australia, with NRMA soon to end free charging and Chargefox initiating a trial of idling fees.

Skoda keen to bring its 6 new EVs to Australia, starting with compact Elroq

Four additional EVs have been confirmed for Europe, with Skoda Australia intending to quickly follow next year’s Enyaq arrival with every new EV on offer

Nissan Ariya electric SUV still no closer to Australia, could arrive next year

The all-electric Nissan Ariya will arrive in Australia no earlier than 2024, with global demand and no local regulation still to blame

Fiat 600e electric SUV revealed in unexpected video

The Fiat 600e has been subtly showcased, bringing its signature cute design into a more fashionable, city electric SUV form.

BYD, Polestar respond: Stock boosted for Victorians to beat EV rebate deadline

With Victoria’s EV rebate ending soon, some car brands are responding by pushing more stock so buyers can qualify for the handout before it expires

BYD Dolphin EV on sale in Australia from June 22, pricing due this week

Confirmed: It'll be called the BYD Dolphin rather than the 'Atto 2', and get this – they're launching it at Seaworld. Love it. 🐬

Porsche Mission X hyper EV concept revealed, production could happen!

The Porsche Mission X concept is a spiritual all-electric successor to the 918 Spyder that could spawn a Nürburgring record-beating production version

Luxury Car Tax (LCT) could be cut for EVs under EU trade deal

European-made EVs could become more attainable as the government considers lifting or exempting the controversial LCT.

Ford & GM switching to Tesla NACS EV chargers in North America

The landmark move will see the first non-Tesla car manufacturer integrate with its Supercharging network

Volvo EX30 electric SUV revealed: Cheaper, smaller, faster

The Swedes’ quickest accelerating car is also its cleanest and broadest EV offering. Here’s what you need to know

MG hints at future line-up: New MG3, HS, ZS and more

MG will launch a range of new models next year in the UK, with a focus on electrification

BMW study: Nearly half of Australians open to EVs but hesitancy remains

Local survey finds Australians would consider an electric car, but price and range anxiety remain key hurdles

VW ID.Buzz 7-seater revealed, Australian arm's hand "is firmly up"

The new long-wheelbase version of Volkswagen's upcoming ID.Buzz electric van has been revealed, and the local branch is keen to bring it in.

BYD Atto 3 software update brings Android Auto, joining Apple CarPlay

The BYD Atto 3 has received Android Auto via an over-the-air update, after Apple CarPlay was added to the electric SUV in January

Gazoo Racing Toyota Prius teased for 24h Le Mans reveal

Details are scarce but all will be revealed in the coming weeks at Le Mans 2023

Model Y goes #1 globally, just as Tesla suffers another data leak

The Model Y has become the first EV to be the best-selling car globally, but the company is facing major privacy concerns.