The new Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid is the second of three hybrid models Porsche will be introducing during 2023. The plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) SUV is available from $288,400 in Australia, while the coupé version starts at $297,200 (recommended retail price before statutory on-road and dealer delivery charges).
Renault Australia has opened the order book for the all-new Megane E-Tech BEV Crossover which is priced from $64,990 plus on-road costs. According to the brand the Megane E-Tech is the first of a new generation of battery electric vehicles built on its CMF-EV platform with ‘sensual tech’ design language styling. It offers an electric driving range of up to 454 kilometres (WLTP).
Ampol is partnering with hydrogen equipment manufacturer and supplier OneH2 to represent the US-based company in the Australian hydrogen market.
The family-sized EQE SUV range from Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-EQ and Mercedes-AMG arrives with up to 539km range (NEDC), and recharging from 10% to 80% of capacity in 32 minutes via the AC- and DC-compatible on-board charging port.
A classic 1995 Mini Rover has been converted into a roadworthy, fully electric vehicle. The switch over retains all the charm of a classic Mini while delivering delight from the instantaneous acceleration, say Mini Australia and electric conversion company Fellten Australia after partnering for the change.
CarMoney Australia found that drivers are spending A$836,640 in a lifetime paying for motoring maintenance, which is A$13,944 annually in costs.
Polestar will start test drives and deliveries of the significantly upgraded model year 2024 (MY24) Polestar 2 from Friday August 25. About 30,000 of the current Polestar 2 models have found homes in Australia since going on sale in February 2022.
The inaugural 2023 Carsales Melbourne EV Show at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on September 22-24 includes Audi, Fonz Moto, Haval, Hyundai, McLaren, and Polestar among exhibitors.
Brisbane-founded Tritium has commissioned its 150th charger for United Kingdom charging network operator Evyve, which reports a 98% network uptime rate for its Tritium chargers.
Perth EV charging technology start-up Wevolt is installing software at EV charging stations in Queensland, Tasmania and Victoria.
