Skoda is stepping up its electric game in Australia with the Elroq, a fresh all-electric SUV designed to sit alongside key petrol-powered models like the Karoq. Built on the same MEB-based platform as the Enyaq, the Elroq brings a sizeable battery, punchy performance and a modern design language to Skoda’s local line-up. Here’s what Australian […]
Leapmotor is preparing to broaden its Australian line-up with a compact hatchback, the B05, slated to arrive in the second half of 2026. Unveiled alongside the already announced B10 small SUV at the recent Munich motor show, the B05 will follow the B10 to market after that SUV’s expected late‑2025 Australian launch. What Leapmotor is […]
Australian readers are starting to hear more about Avatr Technology, a Chinese luxury electric vehicle brand that could step into Australia’s prestige EV segment. Avatr is positioning itself as a premium alternative to established luxury names and China’s own Denza and MG IM, with a lineup that blends pure battery electric propulsion with extended-range options […]
The Sydney International EV Motor Show is returning to ICC Sydney from October 31 to November 2, 2025, promising a significantly expanded program and a larger exhibitor presence than the inaugural 2024 event. Organiser FutureDrive Automotive says the 2025 edition will present “a new format with something for everyone,” reflecting the rapid evolution of Australia’s […]
Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape is undergoing rapid change, driven by surging EV sales, enhanced public and private sector investment, and a concerted push to modernise Australia’s energy infrastructure. While progression is evident, the pace is tempered by ongoing challenges around infrastructure density, grid integration, and consumer confidence. This article offers a clear, current […]
Australia in the Picture: Why This Matters for EV Owners Down Under Australians have watched the electric vehicle (EV) landscape evolve rapidly, with charging networks expanding, battery costs trending downward, and government and industry leaders seeking to accelerate adoption. Mercedes-Benz’s latest solid-state battery developments, while not a consumer product today, could reshape how far EVs […]
Australia’s electric vehicle market is entering a pivotal period. With growing sales, an expanding charging network and a policy review on the horizon, 2026 looks set to deliver a notable increase in model variety for local buyers. Below I outline the most significant expected arrivals, what they mean for Australian motorists and how the broader […]
Australia’s EV market is shifting rapidly as 2025 progresses. New entrants from China and refreshed models from established brands are converging on the market, while federal and state programs are beginning to match vehicle uptake with investment in chargers, fleet trials and heavy-vehicle pilots. This briefing summarises the key launches, government activity and broader market […]
BMW has launched the most ambitious product and technology programme in its modern history: Neue Klasse, a ground-up, software-defined family of electric vehicles and a new vehicle architecture intended to underpin the company for the next decade. Announced publicly in recent years and shaped by strategic decisions taken from 2021, the programme carries a headline […]
Enphase Energy has lifted the curtain on its latest product: the IQ Bidirectional EV Charger, a DC bidirectional charger designed to provide vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capability. The announcement represents a meaningful step in the evolution of home energy systems, positioning private EVs as flexible distributed energy resources – but as ever, the details […]
