August’s new-vehicle figures show a renewed surge in electric vehicle (EV) uptake across Australia, with Chinese manufacturer BYD once again outselling Tesla and the overall EV share of the new-car market rising to 9.7 per cent. The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) and the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) data released in early September illustrate […]
Australia’s energy and transport landscape is at a turning point. A forward-looking report from the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) argues that the nation can slash diesel dependence across transport, mining, and agriculture and accelerate the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) through targeted policy reform. With the right mix of incentives, infrastructure […]
Australia’s EV landscape is shifting fast – more models, growing charging networks and renewed debate over policy and public perception are all reshaping how Australians think about electric cars. For drivers, fleet managers and policymakers, the next 12-24 months will be critical: choice is expanding, costs are beginning to come down, and infrastructure investment is […]
Australia’s electric vehicle market is accelerating into the mainstream. In Q2 2025, EVs captured a record 13.1% share of all new car sales, with 41,146 deliveries for the quarter – up 37% year-on-year. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) remain the backbone of the transition, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) posted a standout surge as buyers […]
An efficient electric vehicle is one that uses the least electricity to travel the furthest distance. For buyers and owners this translates directly into lower running costs and a smaller environmental footprint. To compare models, the industry uses standardised laboratory tests – most commonly WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) – which report consumption […]
Australia’s electric-vehicle market is maturing rapidly, with an expanding choice of affordable models aimed at mainstream buyers. For many shoppers the headline figure – the driveaway price – is the first decision point, but it’s only part of the picture. Below we rank the 15 cheapest electric vehicles (EVs) available in Australia by starting price, […]
Australia’s EV market is accelerating into spring, with a string of new model arrivals and attractive short-term offers landing in September 2025. Manufacturers are broadening choices for mainstream buyers, while industry groups point to record sales and renewed calls for policy support to keep the momentum going. Here’s a concise rundown of what’s arriving, what […]
