🌟🚗🔋 Exciting times for Aussie EV lovers! Australia is charging into the future with groundbreaking bidirectional technology!
⚡️🇦🇺 Imagine your electric vehicle not just using energy, but giving it back to the grid, your home, or even other devices. With ARENA leading the charge and industry pilots sparking across the nation, we’re on the brink…[Read more]
Australia’s largest energy retailer is testing a future where your EV helps balance the grid—and your charging bill. Origin Energy, BYD and StarCharge are piloting vehicle-to-grid (V2G) with 50 participants. Each gets a BYD Atto 3, a StarCharge V2G Halo bi‑directional charger, and a dedicated energy tariff, in a package around AU$800/month.
Novated Lease Pros and Cons: An Updated Guide for Australian Drivers 🚗🇦🇺
A novated lease is a 3‑way deal between you, your employer and a finance provider. Your employer typically covers lease payments and running costs from your pre‑tax salary, trimming your assessable income and boosting take‑home pay. Leases usually run 1–5 years with a ballo…[Read more]
Best first electric cars on sale in Australia: MG4, Zeekr X, Kia EV3 — a smart mix of value, practicality and support ⚡🚗
If you’ve decided your next car will be electric, congrats—you’re joining a wave of Aussie drivers moving away from petrol 🇦🇺. For many buyers, though, EVs bring a mix of excitement and nerves: charging habits, cabin layouts…[Read more]
New in Australia: the 2025 Zeekr 7X Performance AWD is here—a credible Chinese challenger to the Model Y. In a market still led by Tesla, the 7X is the most convincing Zeekr to arrive in volume yet. It blends serious performance with competitive pricing and strong standard equipment, delivering a premium feel that goes beyond the usual value E…[Read more]
Australia’s ambitious 2035 vehicle emissions target is sparking a heated debate
🚗⚡️. The plan aims to cut CO2 by 62-70% from 2005 levels by 2035, effectively putting BEVs at about 50% of new car sales by then. Green groups welcome the clarity; carmakers, dealers and service providers warn it won’t be easy without stronger policy support, i…[Read more]
Big news ⚡: Skoda cuts the Elroq price in Australia! From November, the Elroq 60 Select starts at $47,990 before on-road costs (or $49,990 drive-away) — a $7,000 cut from the 85 Select.
That makes it the least-expensive European-made EV SUV on sale locally 🚗🇦🇺 and brings European engineering closer to the mainstream. With rivals like the Kia E…[Read more]
Australia, the affordable EV era is here. 🚗⚡️ The 4 Best New EVs Under $40K in 2025 prove you can go electric without breaking the bank. Real-world range, practical charging, and modern safety/features—perfect for city commutes and small families.
Curious which four made the cut? Read the full guide linked below and compare price, range, and t…[Read more]
Electric buzz: The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a battery-electric small SUV, built on the CMF‑EV platform and closely tied to the Renault Scenic E‑Tech. This marks Mitsubishi’s first BEV outside Japan since the i‑MiEV. MMAu says they’d consider it if offered outside Europe in the future—keeping Australia in the mix after petrol and earlier…[Read more]
Big news from Australia’s transport and energy front: Chris Bowen says EVs on our roads are about to explode. ⚡🚗 The new Vehicle Efficiency Standard is nudging manufacturers and nudging petrol V8s out of the showroom. Cleaner fleets, faster EV rollouts, lower emissions.
Canberra’s also pouring fuel into the grid — $40 million for kerbside charg…[Read more]
Skoda Elroq: Australia’s new all‑electric compact SUV lands this September 🚗⚡️
Skoda is stepping up its electric game with the Elroq — built on the same MEB platform as the Enyaq and designed to sit beside the Karoq. At 4.49m, it’s a practical mid‑size SUV with a modern design and a roomy interior.
What’s under the skin:
• 82 kWh battery
• rea…[Read more]
🚗⚡️ Leapmotor dives into Australia with big moves: the B05 small EV arrives H2 2026, after the B10 SUV lands late-2025.
🇦🇺 The local lineup today includes the C10 and a range‑extender SUV, but the market is Tesla Model Y‑dominant. The B05 and B10 (Lafa 5 in China) are core to Leapmotor’s plan to offer up to six models in Australia by 2027. If pr…[Read more]
Avatr in Australia: could a Chinese luxury EV entrant redefine prestige on Aussie roads? Avatr positions itself as a premium alternative to Tesla, Denza, and MG IM, with a lineup that blends pure BEV propulsion, extended-range options, and a high-tech backbone backed by a trio of heavyweight partners. Here’s what we know, what it could mean for A…[Read more]
🚗⚡️ The 2025 Sydney International EV Motor Show is back at ICC Sydney (Darling Harbour) Oct 31–Nov 2! Bigger turnout expected and more to see than ever — 100+ display vehicles across city cars, family SUVs, commercial vans & utes, and high‑end EVs, plus plug‑in hybrids. 🔋
🚗 Discover where to find EV chargers, how to use them, and tips for confident daily driving and longer trips. Our practical guide covers locations, usage, payment, etiquette, and smart trip planning so you stay charged on short hops and cross-country journeys. With a growing network and smarter maps, EV driving in…[Read more]
Australia’s EV charging landscape is evolving fast 🚗⚡️.
Surging EV sales, bigger public/private investment, and a modernised energy grid are reshaping the game. Yet challenges linger: density of charging hubs, grid integration, and consumer confidence. This piece gives a clear, current view of where the market stands, the opportunities ahead, a…[Read more]
Mercedes-Benz just raised the EV stakes with a solid-state battery test that hit 1,205 km on a single charge in an EQS prototype. 🚗⚡ While not a consumer product yet, these lab breakthroughs could redefine how far—and how fast—EVs can travel.
For Australian drivers, bigger energy density and ultrafast charging could mean longer ranges between fil…[Read more]
Australia’s EV line-up for 2026 is heating up. 🚗⚡️ With rising sales, a bigger charging network and a policy review on the horizon, expect more model variety for Aussie buyers. Here are the arrivals to watch:
– BMW iX3 (Neue Klasse): longer range, faster charging, smarter software
– Toyota BZ4X Touring & expanded BZ lineup: more cargo, AWD o…[Read more]
Australia’s EV market in 2025 is accelerating fast! 🚗⚡ From practical hatchbacks to family-friendly SUVs, more Aussies are charging toward cleaner, cheaper, quieter rides. And this September 2025, an exciting new EV model launches here—could be the game-changer we’ve been waiting for. Are you planning to switch this year? Tell us which feature mat…[Read more]
🔋🚗 Unlocking the Future of EV Batteries in Australia! 🇦🇺✨
As more electric vehicles (EVs) hit our roads, understanding the backbone of these eco-friendly machines—their batteries—is crucial! 📈🔍
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are leading the charge, proving their worth with impressive range and reliability. But the journey doesn’t stop there…[Read more]
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