New research says EVs are cheaper to run
Australian motorists could save thousands of dollars on running costs and loan repayments by making their next car purchase electric. So says Compare the Market’s new research.
Cadillac unveils Sollei EV convertible concept
Cadillac has introduced the Sollei EV convertible concept, which is equipped with a 55-inch pillar-to-pillar screen, exterior lighting choreography for arrival and departure, and an intuitive front and rear command console.
Lotus Emeya arrives sooner than expected
The 2025 Lotus Emeya electric sedan built in Wuhan, China, is now on sale in Australia six months earlier than expected.
Porsche confirms Macan EV pricing
A rear-wheel-drive Porsche Macan is the entry point to the brand's new range of mid-size electric SUV models. A new off-road design package is also available for all Macan models while the Porsche Driver Experience has been updated.
Zeekr7X SUV revealed
Chinese EV premium brand Zeekr, due in New Zealand and Australia soon, has announced its 7X five-seat SUV destined for international markets.
Speed Week returns in March 2025
The 35th annual Speed Week will be held March 3-8 at Lake Gairdner in South Australia next year. So says the Dry Lakes Racers Australia (DLRA) which expects entries to be open from October 1 this year to January 31, 2025.
EVs can help power the electricity grid
EVs can use vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology to provide power to the electricity grid during a power blackout.
Riddara RD6 electric ute likely soon for Australia/New Zealand
Geely Holding Group has confirmed a battery electric vehicle (BEV) dual cab ute for Thailand, indicating an announcement for Australia and New Zealand may be imminent The 2024 Geely Radar RD6 (the Riddara RD6 in markets outside China) will be in Thailand’s right-hand drive market in November this year, the group says.
Queensland EV battery plant ready by August
The Gold Coast’s eLumina A$20 million EV battery manufacturing facility is expected to be operational by August this year.
CEFC offers cheaper finance for SME EV buyers
EVs will be cheaper to procure under a Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) deal to help small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMEs) through discount loans for a broad range of clean energy technologies offered by Australian auto finance lender Metro.