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Tesla Model Y and BYD Atto 3 lead the way as Chinese-built electric vehicle sales soar in Australia

EV Central

According to the official VFACTS figures, there were 3330 examples of the battery electric SUV sold in Australia last month. Hybrid mainstay Toyota remains the top-selling brand in Australia head of Mazda and Ford. Add in 604 Model 3 sedan sales and Tesla claimed eighth overall in July with 3934 sales.

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Used electric vehicle pricing guide: How much you’ll pay for a pre-loved Tesla Model 3, Hyundai Kona Electric, MG ZS EV and many more

EV Central

Some haven’t proved as popular as hoped ( Mazda MX-30 ) while some owners may have simply decided, in a few months of ownership, that an EV isn’t for them. Cheapest is a 2011 version with 48,800km, but the owner admits battery health is close to 50 per cent, its dash shows a range of 90km and real world range is closer to 68km.

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Used EVs – Over The Hill, Or An Absolute Steal?

My Energi

According to recent data from the Society of Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), more than 12,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) were registered nationwide in July. 40 i (40 kWh) – Cheap to run, cheap to buy, the Renault Zoe is the perfect all-rounder. Used EVs – Over The Hill, Or An Absolute Steal? Renault ZOE Z.E.40

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The Toyota FT-Se Concept Probably Isn’t the Next MR2

The Truth About Cars

Mazda has been doing this for years with would-be RX successors. While sharing a battery pack and a few other components with a vehicle that’s slated from production isn’t enough to guarantee the Toyota FT-Se going on sale, it’s a good sign and further bolstered by statements from Iida. But its guts are a big mystery.

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Consumer Reports Says EVs Less Reliable Than Traditional Automobiles

The Truth About Cars

The biggest issues for EVs were reportedly failing electric drive motors, unreliable charging, and trouble with battery packs. If a defect robs a vehicle of motive power and/or results in a giant repair bill, it’s deemed as more important than the windows failing to work or the paint being cheap.

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV review: Plug-in SUV saves money, comes at a cost

EV Central

A new generation of the pioneering mid-sizer has just launched, with 45 per cent larger battery (now 20kWh), a pure electric range of up to 84km (NEDC), all-wheel-drive and seating for up to seven. litre combustion petrol engine allied with twin electric motors, a 20kWh lithium-ion battery pack and all-wheel-drive. Is it good value?

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When They Electrified Christmas

Cars That Think

Whether for religious or secular celebrations, the variety and functionality of lights have exploded in recent years, abetted by cheap and colorful LEDs and compact electronics. In 1916, GE introduced tungsten filaments and gave the new design the Mazda trademark. precursor to the Eveready Battery Co.)

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