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AVILOO’s used-EV battery study points to stronger-than-expected battery health
AVILOO’s 500,000-test study suggests used EV batteries are generally ageing better than expected, including in vehicles tested for Australian relevance.
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GWM Cannon Hi4-T launch undercuts the PHEV ute market
GWM has launched the Cannon Hi4-T PHEV in Australia with a time-limited offer that places it at the bottom of the local plug-in hybrid ute price stack.
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Hyundai Palisade update centres on hybrid Calligraphy in Australia
GoAuto’s latest Palisade review lands as Hyundai Australia highlights the Calligraphy Hybrid locally, with price, efficiency and towing figures now forming the model’s key talking points.
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Subaru Trailseeker gets optional underfloor spare wheel kit in Australia
Subaru Australia’s Trailseeker page now lists an optional Genuine underfloor space-saver spare wheel kit, but the exact local timing and availability are still not independently confirmed.
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Australia’s EV market posts a record month
Battery-electric vehicles reached about a quarter of Australian new-car sales in August 2026, with monthly BEV sales also reported to have outpaced petrol cars for the first time.
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Ford Bronco Basecamp confirmed for Australia, with 2027 timing
Ford has confirmed the Bronco Basecamp for Australia and New Zealand, with the electrified SUV targeted to arrive in 2027, although local pricing and final specification are still unconfirmed.
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Nissan Qashqai hybrid update centres e-POWER in Australia
Nissan has moved the Australian Qashqai to an e-POWER-only hybrid line-up, with independent reporting pointing to a March 2026 on-sale window and a higher-priced entry grade.
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Volkswagen unveils ID.3 GTI electric hot hatch
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.3 GTI, an electric hot hatch that the company says is its first rear-wheel-drive GTI and most powerful series-production example so far.
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Regional NSW areas lead growth in The Driven’s EV analysis
The Driven’s 18 September 2026 analysis of New South Wales LGA registrations says regional areas were generating the strongest BEV growth within that state, led by Kempsey.
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Fortescue Zero lines up Formula E entry through Penske acquisition
Fortescue Zero has announced plans to acquire the Penske Autosport Formula E operation and enter the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship from the 2026/27 season, pending approvals.
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BYD Sealion 7 joins Amber’s Australian V2G trial
BYD’s Sealion 7 has been added to Amber Electric’s Australian vehicle-to-grid trial, with the program now reported to have scaled well beyond its original pilot stage.
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Geely’s 2027 Australia model push takes shape, but key details remain open
Geely’s Australian 2027 model push is being reported to include the Monjaro EM-i, the Emgrand L EM-i and a larger off-road SUV, but some local details remain unconfirmed.
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MG U9 EV detailed for Australia, but the EV price is unconfirmed
MG has detailed the U9 EV for Australia, but the reported EV price remains unconfirmed in the September coverage.
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XPeng court dismissal leaves Australian customer support in focus
The Federal Court has dismissed True EV Distribution’s case against Shenzhen Xiaopeng Motors, leaving XPeng’s Australian support commitments and distribution model under closer scrutiny.
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Geely confirms Emgrand L EM-i sedan for Australia
Geely has confirmed the Emgrand L EM-i plug-in hybrid sedan for Australia, with multiple reports pointing to a first-half 2027 on-sale window.
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Forthing’s EREV push adds a new angle to Australia’s EV market
Forthing has publicly argued that extended-range electric vehicles suit Australia, as the Chinese brand expands its local line-up around the Taikon 5.
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2027 Kia PV7: second electric Kia van joins smaller PV5 in showrooms next year, to rival Master, Transit and Sprinter
Kia’s second Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) electric van has broken cover. The PV5 now has a bigger stablemate, the PV7. Due in Australia by the end of 2027, Kia’s large van will go on sale with local…
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Australia’s busiest airport rolls out first of 50 electric buses for shuttles and airfield operations
Australia's busiest airport rolls out first of 50 new Australian-made electric buses, including 25 airfield apron operations and another 25 for shuttles. The post Australia’s busiest airport rolls…
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Tesla deploys first pre-fabricated 1.2 MW electric truck charging station
Tesla deploys its first pre-assembled Megacharger for it's electric Semi truck, as diesel prices soar. The post Tesla deploys first pre-fabricated 1.2 MW electric truck charging station appeared…
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Germany starts construction of hundreds of fast-charging installations for electric trucks along motorways
Germany is starting to build its planned national network of fast-chargers for electric trucks along its motorways, a key step for electric road freight. The post Germany starts construction of…
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Should You Believe The Hype? 2026 Zeekr 7X Long-Term Review Start
The Zeekr 7X has successfully captured the hearts of thousands of Australians, less than a year since it first landed in local showrooms. It was one of our favourite electric vehicles in 2025 due to…
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Tesla Model Y has yet another rival: Smart #5 lands from $58,900 with 590km range and 400kW charging
Smart has announced Australian pricing for its new #5 electric SUV, with the 590km mid-size model starting from $58,900 plus The post Tesla Model Y has yet another rival: Smart #5 lands from $58,900…
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GAC S7 edges closer to Australia: Large PHEV SUV headed for right-hand-drive production with 150km EV range
Chinese automotive giant GAC has moved a step closer to launching its S7 plug-in hybrid SUV in Australia, confirming right-hand-drive The post GAC S7 edges closer to Australia: Large PHEV SUV headed…
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Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric 2027 review
Gawd it’s excessive. Everything about it. Porsche’s all-electric Cayenne Turbo could’ve arrived with a level of restraint, but that’s not really the ‘Porsche Turbo way’, is it? Go the full Hail Mary.…
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Australia’s cheapest PHEV ute: GWM Cannon Hi4-T launches from $47,990 drive-away
GWM has launched Australia’s cheapest plug-in hybrid ute, with the new Cannon Hi4-T PHEV priced from $47,990 drive-away for eligible The post Australia’s cheapest PHEV ute: GWM Cannon Hi4-T launches…
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Rarely seen Rivian electric ute spotted charging in Melbourne supermarket carpark
A rare sighting of the Rivian R1T charging in Australia as electric ute market remains limited. The post Rarely seen Rivian electric ute spotted charging in Melbourne supermarket carpark appeared…
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2026 Forthing Taikon 5 EV Review: 427km of range for $38,990 drive-away from a brand that currently can’t say its own name
Yep, Australia has yet another new Chinese brand – and this one is one you’ve likely never heard of (we The post 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 EV Review: 427km of range for $38,990 drive-away from a brand…
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Toyota Hilux 2028: hydrogen ute with 400km range teased amid Dakar shakedown
Toyota has released a teaser image of its incoming hydrogen-powered Hilux and backed it up with a target of 400 kilometre of range and a 2.5-tonne towing capacity. The Hilux FCEV (fuel cell electric…