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Genesis GV60 Magma Seven-Day Review: Okay, perhaps you can road trip holiday an EV.
Published: October 31, 2026 12:40
It’s been three years since my worst EV experience. That involved a rental Seres 3 electric SUV on a family The post Genesis GV60 Magma Seven-Day Review: Okay, perhaps you can road trip holiday an EV. appeared first on EV Central.
2027 Range Rover Electric Brief Drive: Is electric power the ultimate luxury upgrade?
Published: October 30, 2026 16:00
It’s easy to argue that some brands just aren’t set up to be electric – Ferrari (yes, I’m trying to The post 2027 Range Rover Electric Brief Drive: Is electric power the ultimate luxury upgrade? appeared first on EV Central.
Beyond the Chinese EV invasion: Europe’s electric concepts and new production cars at the 2026 Paris Motor Show
Published: October 30, 2026 05:00
European brands counter the Chinese EV influx at Paris 2026 with 11 concepts and production models from Renault, Alpine, Peugeot, Fiat, Lancia and more. The post Beyond the Chinese EV invasion: Europe’s electric concepts and new production cars at the 2026…
Mercedes-Benz targets 30 per cent more EV range with new cobalt-free battery technology
Published: October 30, 2026 00:43
Mercedes-Benz is developing cobalt-free LNMO batteries that could boost EV range by 30 per cent compared with LFP, but production timing remains unconfirmed. The post Mercedes-Benz targets 30 per cent more EV range with new cobalt-free battery technology…
Toyota RAV4 PHEV undercut: GWM Haval H7 plug-in hybrid medium SUV launches at $49,990 drive-away
Published: October 29, 2026 16:00
GWM Haval H7 PHEV launches from $49,990 drive-away, undercutting Toyota RAV4 PHEV with 320kW, all-wheel drive and a claimed 137km electric range. The post Toyota RAV4 PHEV undercut: GWM Haval H7 plug-in hybrid medium SUV launches at $49,990 drive-away…
EV novated lease and FBT exemption explained: What changes on 1 April 2027, and which electric cars still qualify
Published: October 29, 2026 04:21
The EV FBT exemption changes on 1 April 2027. Here’s how FBT and luxury car tax work now, what changes, and which electric cars stay fully exempt. The post EV novated lease and FBT exemption explained: What changes on 1 April 2027, and which electric cars…
Ford’s bidirectional breakthrough: New Fathom $40,000 electric ute could slash the cost of powering your home from an EV
Published: October 29, 2026 01:00
Ford's $40,000 Fathom electric ute promises cheaper bidirectional charging, using a built-in inverter to power homes without costly external equipment. The post Ford’s bidirectional breakthrough: New Fathom $40,000 electric ute could slash the cost of…
2026 MG U9 EV Review: Can China’s new electric ute beat the Hilux, Ranger, BYD Shark and GWM Cannon?
Published: October 28, 2026 22:00
The 2026 MG U9 EV electric ute brings 325kW, 3500kg towing and a 236-litre frunk. But modest range and payload limit the $78,990 dual-cab. Our review. The post 2026 MG U9 EV Review: Can China’s new electric ute beat the Hilux, Ranger, BYD Shark and GWM…
Three-pronged Chinese EV assault on Australia! Changan adds Nevo in 2027 as Avatr launches and Deepal switches to factory control
Published: October 28, 2026 04:00
Changan will launch Nevo and Avatr in Australia in 2027 while taking over Deepal distribution, creating a three-brand range of electrified vehicles. The post Three-pronged Chinese EV assault on Australia! Changan adds Nevo in 2027 as Avatr launches and…
Faster EV charging from power poles: Australian-made DC charger targets 2027 rollout
Published: October 28, 2026 01:00
EVX is developing a 40-50kW pole-mounted DC charger for a planned 2027 rollout, promising faster street-side charging for Australian EV drivers. The post Faster EV charging from power poles: Australian-made DC charger targets 2027 rollout appeared first on…
Upgraded Renault Megane E-Tech returns to Australia: How much are you willing to pay for something different?
Published: October 27, 2026 22:00
Renault Megane E-Tech returns in 2027 priced at $55,990 with a 480km WLTP range and faster charging, but costs $10,090 more than the base Tesla Model 3. The post Upgraded Renault Megane E-Tech returns to Australia: How much are you willing to pay for…
Range Rover Electric explained: Why it took 11 years to bring this luxurious electric SUV to production
Published: October 27, 2026 04:00
Range Rover Electric promises 536km of real-world range, a 609km WLTP figure and simpler charging when it arrives in Australia in early 2027. The post Range Rover Electric explained: Why it took 11 years to bring this luxurious electric SUV to production…
New research: Cheaper EVs tipped to cushion FBT cuts as overseas markets offer a warning
Published: October 27, 2026 01:00
Cheaper EVs could soften Australia’s FBT changes, but falling electric-car sales in Germany and Canada offer a warning as incentives are wound back. The post New research: Cheaper EVs tipped to cushion FBT cuts as overseas markets offer a warning appeared…
Giant Avatr T09 luxury PHEV SUV makes world debut: Expected to join Chinese luxury newcomer’s Aussie line-up
Published: October 26, 2026 12:09
Avatr T09 luxury plug-in hybrid SUV debuts in Paris with six seats and a claimed 400km-plus electric range as the Chinese brand prepares to launch in Australia. The post Giant Avatr T09 luxury PHEV SUV makes world debut: Expected to join Chinese luxury…
Another Chinese EV brand coming to Australia! Rox Motor targets late 2026 or early 2027 launch with luxury range-extender SUVs
Published: October 26, 2026 04:00
ROX Motor is targeting an Australian launch in late 2026 or early 2027 with luxury range-extender SUVs offering up to 235km of electric driving range. The post Another Chinese EV brand coming to Australia! Rox Motor targets late 2026 or early 2027 launch…
XPeng G9L SUV Australian pricing looms: Flagship SUV targets early 2027 showroom arrival
Published: October 26, 2026 00:11
XPeng G9L is heading to Australia in early 2027 with electric and range-extender powertrains, six or seven seats and pricing expected to be announced soon. The post XPeng G9L SUV Australian pricing looms: Flagship SUV targets early 2027 showroom arrival…