Electric
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Volkswagen Mission Efficiency achieves record 6.89kWh/100km
Volkswagen has stunned the industry by unveiling the ‘Mission Efficiency’ prototype, which is a radically aerodynamic, battery-electric hatchback concept that heavily channels the hyper-efficient XL1 from over a decade ago. With the brand currently facing an onslaught of competitive Chinese…
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Forthing to add 3 new models in Australia, showcase MPV at Everything Electric
Nascent electric vehicle brand Forthing has announced it will expand its footprint in Australia beyond the newly launched electric and range-extended Taikon 5 SUV, to include three additional models; an MPV and two SUVs at “attainable price points”. Speaking at…
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MY2027 Polestar 4 Coupe & SUV prices aligned, starts from $73,900
Polestar has revised pricing for the MY2027 Polestar 4 in Australia, with the new electric SUV starting from $73,900 before on-road costs. The model structure has been simplified to Rear motor, Dual motor and Dual motor with Performance pack, with…
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2027 Range Rover Electric revealed, up to 600km range
The first fully electric Range Rover has been revealed and is now available to order in Australia, offering up to 405kW of power. Underneath is a dual-motor electric powertrain producing 405kW and 850Nm, with a 260kW permanent-magnet motor positioned at…
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Hyundai Santa Fe range-extender (EREV) & more N models confirmed
Hyundai has outlined one of its biggest product rollouts to date, confirming more than 100 new or updated vehicles will be introduced globally between now and 2030. Among the more interesting announcements is the first Hyundai extended-range electric vehicle (EREV),…
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New study reveals how EV fires behave compared with ICE fires
New research into electric vehicle (EV) fires has found they behave similarly to conventional vehicle fires in several key areas, although battery thermal runaway continues to present unique challenges for firefighters, and toxic exposures remain a concern. UL Research Institutes…
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2026 Mazda 6e scores 5-star ANCAP safety rating
Mazda’s all-new, all-electric 6e sedan has officially been awarded a maximum five-star safety rating by ANCAP, significantly bolstering its credentials against established EV segment rivals. The independent safety authority awarded the battery-powered sedan an impressive 93 per cent for both…
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Genesis GV90 unveiled; new grand luxury super-size SUV
Genesis has officially pulled the covers off its ultimate electric flagship, with the GV90 Neolun First Edition. Serving as a wildly luxurious, battery-powered range-topper, production of this launch variant will be strictly capped at just 200 units globally. Underpinning the…
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2026 Zeekr 7X Long Range review (video)
Chinese mega-conglomerate Geely isn’t mucking around with its premium offshoot, Zeekr. The brand’s product roadmap includes the upcoming 8X and a Cullinan-sized 9X flagship. In Australia, the numbers speak for themselves. According to VFACTS figures, the Zeekr 7X racked up…