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Tesla brings back more physical steering controls for the Model 3, including a retrofit stalk for $850.
Tesla brings stalk retrofit for Model 3 owners to Australia - at a price
Tesla brings back more physical steering controls for the Model 3, including a retrofit stalk for $850.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Tesla brings back more physical steering controls for the Model 3, including a retrofit stalk for $850.
Jack from Everything Electric takes a closer look at what the French brand’s smallest electric model means for the mass market.
Everything Electric: Meet the smallest, cheapest EV from Renault
Jack from Everything Electric takes a closer look at what the French brand’s smallest electric model means for the mass market.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Jack from Everything Electric takes a closer look at what the French brand’s smallest electric model means for the mass market.
Australia is late to the Early Majority EV party, so in the next 12 months expect to see a slew of new cars under $30k with marketing strategies aimed at making BEVs cool.
The new, new EV buyer in Australia is emerging, and sub $30,000 electric cars are on their way
Australia is late to the Early Majority EV party, so in the next 12 months expect to see a slew of new cars under $30k with marketing strategies aimed at making BEVs cool.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Australia is late to the Early Majority EV party, so in the next 12 months expect to see a slew of new cars under $30k with marketing strategies aimed at making BEVs cool.
Ford is reportedly considering scrapping the F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck, or ute as it is known in Australia.
Ford mulls scrapping production of F-150 Lightning electric ute
Ford is reportedly considering scrapping the F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck, or ute as it is known in Australia.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Ford is reportedly considering scrapping the F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck, or ute as it is known in Australia.
New EV with latest CATL-supplied battery swapping tech sees charged swappable battery installed in just 88 seconds.
New $A22,000 EV takes 88 seconds to have a fully charged battery
New EV with latest CATL-supplied battery swapping tech sees charged swappable battery installed in just 88 seconds.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:22 PM
New EV with latest CATL-supplied battery swapping tech sees charged swappable battery installed in just 88 seconds.
Tesla shares production timeline and updated design of its upcoming Cybercab that's "purpose built for autonomy".
Tesla expects to start Cybercab production in April next year
Tesla shares production timeline and updated design of its upcoming Cybercab that's "purpose built for autonomy".
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November 10, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Tesla shares production timeline and updated design of its upcoming Cybercab that's "purpose built for autonomy".
Ahead of the Everything Electric Show in Melbourne, Robert Llewellyn returns to The Driven Podcast to chat about where the transition’s working, where it’s stalling, and why optimism still matters.
The Driven Podcast: Robert Llewellyn on the state of the charge
Ahead of the Everything Electric Show in Melbourne, Robert Llewellyn returns to The Driven Podcast to chat about where the transition’s working, where it’s stalling, and why optimism still matters.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Ahead of the Everything Electric Show in Melbourne, Robert Llewellyn returns to The Driven Podcast to chat about where the transition’s working, where it’s stalling, and why optimism still matters.
Australian drivers are buying more electric and hybrid vehicles than ever and experts say they are forcing down petrol and diesel car sales.
New petrol and diesel cars could be outnumbered within two years
Australian drivers are buying more electric and hybrid vehicles than ever and experts say they are forcing down petrol and diesel car sales.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Australian drivers are buying more electric and hybrid vehicles than ever and experts say they are forcing down petrol and diesel car sales.
Tesla launches its longest range Model Y RWD version, with 821 km of range, thanks to a bigger battery.
Tesla launches longest range Model Y with 821 km range
Tesla launches its longest range Model Y RWD version, with 821 km of range, thanks to a bigger battery.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Tesla launches its longest range Model Y RWD version, with 821 km of range, thanks to a bigger battery.
Leapmotor's next new global model revealed as pre-sales begin in China, starting from the equivalent of $A22,900.
Leapmotor's global electric hatchback revealed, priced from under $A23,000
Leapmotor's next new global model revealed as pre-sales begin in China, starting from the equivalent of $A22,900.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Leapmotor's next new global model revealed as pre-sales begin in China, starting from the equivalent of $A22,900.
Tesla's upcoming Semi upgrade revealed with improved efficiency and is built for trucking autonomy.
Tesla reveals redesigned Semi with Model Y style front, improved efficiency
Tesla's upcoming Semi upgrade revealed with improved efficiency and is built for trucking autonomy.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Tesla's upcoming Semi upgrade revealed with improved efficiency and is built for trucking autonomy.
Ford’s long-awaited electric van brings solid performance and practicality, yet its omission of vehicle-to-load tech shows the brand still playing it safe on electrification.
Ford's E-Transit Custom finally hits Australian shores, but no V2L on board
Ford’s long-awaited electric van brings solid performance and practicality, yet its omission of vehicle-to-load tech shows the brand still playing it safe on electrification.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Ford’s long-awaited electric van brings solid performance and practicality, yet its omission of vehicle-to-load tech shows the brand still playing it safe on electrification.
Retailers are set to drive public fast charging as they hone in on a new revenue model from electricity sales.
Milk, eggs and a fully charged EV: Supermarkets turn to solar canopies and public charging
Retailers are set to drive public fast charging as they hone in on a new revenue model from electricity sales.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Retailers are set to drive public fast charging as they hone in on a new revenue model from electricity sales.
South Korean battery and electronic materials manufacturer Samsung joins efforts by BMW and US-based Solid Power to develop all-solid-state battery (ASSB) technology.
BMW teams up with Samsung to develop solid-state battery technology
South Korean battery and electronic materials manufacturer Samsung joins efforts by BMW and US-based Solid Power to develop all-solid-state battery (ASSB) technology.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:35 AM
South Korean battery and electronic materials manufacturer Samsung joins efforts by BMW and US-based Solid Power to develop all-solid-state battery (ASSB) technology.
BYD announces prices for Atto 1 in New Zealand, confirming it as its lowest cost EV. The Australian pricing is expected to be just as attractive, and ground-breaking.
BYD confirms Atto 1 as its lowest cost EV, with a price of just $A26,000 in NZ
BYD announces prices for Atto 1 in New Zealand, confirming it as its lowest cost EV. The Australian pricing is expected to be just as attractive, and ground-breaking.
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November 7, 2025 at 1:51 AM
BYD announces prices for Atto 1 in New Zealand, confirming it as its lowest cost EV. The Australian pricing is expected to be just as attractive, and ground-breaking.
EV sales slow down in October after a bumper month in September, as BYD overtakes Tesla. But year to date sales remain ahead of 2024.
Australian EV sales slow down in October, as BYD streaks ahead of Tesla
EV sales slow down in October after a bumper month in September, as BYD overtakes Tesla. But year to date sales remain ahead of 2024.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:06 AM
EV sales slow down in October after a bumper month in September, as BYD overtakes Tesla. But year to date sales remain ahead of 2024.
Popular vehicles including petrol-powered SUVs and hybrids are exceeding their advertised fuel consumption by up to 21 per cent, tests have found.
Hybrids, small SUVs revealed as unexpected gas guzzlers
Popular vehicles including petrol-powered SUVs and hybrids are exceeding their advertised fuel consumption by up to 21 per cent, tests have found.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Popular vehicles including petrol-powered SUVs and hybrids are exceeding their advertised fuel consumption by up to 21 per cent, tests have found.
Xpeng holds its AI Day, and surprises many by announcing that 3 different Robotaxi models will be launched in 2026.
China EV maker Xpeng to launch 3 different Robotaxi models in 2026
Xpeng holds its AI Day, and surprises many by announcing that 3 different Robotaxi models will be launched in 2026.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Xpeng holds its AI Day, and surprises many by announcing that 3 different Robotaxi models will be launched in 2026.
Nasdaq warns Swedish electric car manufacturer Polestar that it risks delisting if it can't get its share price back above $US1 by next April.
Polestar at risk of Nasdaq delisting after share price slump
Nasdaq warns Swedish electric car manufacturer Polestar that it risks delisting if it can't get its share price back above $US1 by next April.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Nasdaq warns Swedish electric car manufacturer Polestar that it risks delisting if it can't get its share price back above $US1 by next April.
Reports and official teasers suggest we may soon be getting a look at the first battery electric Toyota HiLux, which could launch as early as next year.
Toyota reportedly set to unveil battery electric HiLux ute
Reports and official teasers suggest we may soon be getting a look at the first battery electric Toyota HiLux, which could launch as early as next year.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Reports and official teasers suggest we may soon be getting a look at the first battery electric Toyota HiLux, which could launch as early as next year.
Easy to install PV systems are turning unused deck space into energy generators and cutting costs for cargo vessels.
Floating solar: PV on decks help cargo vessels cut energy use by 20 pct
Easy to install PV systems are turning unused deck space into energy generators and cutting costs for cargo vessels.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Easy to install PV systems are turning unused deck space into energy generators and cutting costs for cargo vessels.
South Korean carmaker unveils new energy vehicle (NEV) strategy for China and launches new electric SUV, the Elexio, ahead of launch in Australia early next year.
Hyundai unveils Chinese EV strategy with launch of new electric SUV also bound for Australia
South Korean carmaker unveils new energy vehicle (NEV) strategy for China and launches new electric SUV, the Elexio, ahead of launch in Australia early next year.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:23 AM
South Korean carmaker unveils new energy vehicle (NEV) strategy for China and launches new electric SUV, the Elexio, ahead of launch in Australia early next year.
With standout features, solid battery specs, and a few unexpected challenges, this review covers everything you need to know about the Zeekr X and how it stacks up against its rivals.
Video: Zeekr X review - Features, and unexpected challenges
With standout features, solid battery specs, and a few quirky touches, this review covers everything you need to know about the Zeekr X and how it stacks up against its rivals.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:18 AM
With standout features, solid battery specs, and a few unexpected challenges, this review covers everything you need to know about the Zeekr X and how it stacks up against its rivals.
Tesla sales slump in October, with a sharp fall in the Model 3 sedan offsetting gains in the Model Y. Polestar's new models also perform well.
Tesla sales slump in October as Model 3 numbers hit lowest level in years
Tesla sales slump in October, with a sharp fall in the Model 3 sedan offsetting gains in the Model Y. Polestar's new models also perform well.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Tesla sales slump in October, with a sharp fall in the Model 3 sedan offsetting gains in the Model Y. Polestar's new models also perform well.
A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month in Australia in 2025. Latest data includes results for October.
Australian electric vehicle sales by month in 2025 - by model and by brand
A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month in Australia in 2025. Latest data includes results for October.
thedriven.io
November 4, 2025 at 4:10 AM
A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month in Australia in 2025. Latest data includes results for October.