Volkswagen confirms ID. Buzz prices
Volkswagen’s ID.Buzz will go on sale in Australia before Christmas, priced from $79,990 for the ID. Buzz Cargo van and $87,990 for the ID. Buzz people mover.
First MY25 Polestar 2 shipment arrives in Australia
The first shipment of MY25 Polestar 2 variants has arrived in Australia with more standard equipment, new exterior colours, new wheel designs, interior improvements and below the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) pricing ($91,387 for “fuel efficient” vehicles 2024-2025 financial year), says Polestar.
EVX grows Polecharger network
The EVX Polecharger network is being expanded across New South Wales. EVX says it’s adding 77 new EVX Polecharger sites soon, which encompasses more than 154 charging points.
Cadillac EV-only models for ANZ
General Motors has clarified Cadillac‘s lineup in Australia and Zealand will exclusively comprise EVs. That’s in spite of suggestions some time ago the brand could offer ICE models in the Australian market, says GM Authority.
Farizon SuperVan EV for Australian roads
Geely Holdings’ commercial vehicle brand Farizon has its electric “SuperVan” approved for Australian roads. The Farizon SuperVan is expected soon in the Australian market. It’s likely to have a 2000kg braked towing capacity and be listed as a “goods vehicle”, says The Driven.io.
MG S5 SUV leaked
A new battery electric vehicle (BEV) SUV from MG has been leaked online ahead of its Australian launch next year.
Australia Post gets 175 UBCO e-motorbikes
UBCO is providing Australia Post with a new fleet of 175 lightweight, zero emission, all-electric motorbikes.
Fourth quarter Australian deliveries for Polestar 4
Swedish electric performance car brand Polestar has delivered the first Polestar 4 SUV coupes in Europe as it expands from a one- to three-car lineup.
Autosports to acquire Stillwell Motor Group for $55m
Autosports Group has entered into an agreement to acquire the Stillwell Motor Group (which includes the BMW, BMW Motorrad, Mini, Volvo, MG, and Ducati brands in Victoria) for about $55 million. Completion is expected in October 2024, says Autosports Group.
Former Holden Lang Lang Proving Grounds may be sold soon
The Lang Lang Proving Grounds of now-defunct GM Australian subsidiary Holden may soon be sold to an unknown purchaser.