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Toyota finally launches its first EV in Australia to fend off Tesla’s top-selling Model Y

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After an 18-month delay, Toyota finally launched its first electric car, the bZ4X, in Australia. Toyota launched the bZ4X electric SUV, its first EV in Australia, starting at $66,000 (plus on-road costs). infotainment is Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatible. Tesla sold roughly 28,800 Model Ys in Australia last year.

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Tesla Megapack batteries tapped for new 50 MW/100 MWh project in Australia

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Last Friday, Genex Power announced a supply agreement contract with Tesla for its Bouldercome Battery project (BPP) near Rockhampton in central Queensland, Australia. . Tesla has made significant contributions to several energy battery storage systems in Australia, with Genex being the latest.

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Italy’s Iren, Australia’s Altamin sign MoU for lithium recovery – ET Auto

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The European Union and Italy are highly dependent on foreign imports of the metal, which is largely produced in Australia, Chile and China. “The project with Altamin is among the first European projects to connect industrial needs and circular economy processes,” Iren Chairman Luca Dal Fabbro said in the statement.

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Audi to add Q5 PHEV in Australia mid-2023

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This is the third PHEV to be sold by Audi in Australia following on from the 2015-16 A3 e-tron and Q7 e-tron in 2017-18. But the Q5 55 TFSI e will come to Australia nearly three years after the e-tron BEV was launched locally. PHEVs have been the laggard in terms of electrified sales in Australia. 2023 Audi Q5 55 TFSI e.

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Honda ZR-V hybrid SUV confirmed for Australia

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READ MORE: The electric year ahead: every EV coming to Australia in 2023 READ MORE: Complete guide to rebates, discounts and incentives when buying an EV in Australia The HR-V was overhauled in 2022 and includes a hybrid option, while an all-new CR-V is expected as soon as late 2023 and will also include a petrol-electric option.

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Vietnam’s VinFast launches 3 electric crossovers with autonomous capabilities; two headed for N.A. and Europe

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In addition, the full-option versions of all 3 models are equipped with some level 4 autopilot features such as automatic 3-dimensional map setting; auto-detect parking slot and auto-parking; summoning vehicles; and the ability to connect with the transport system and smart cities.

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Tesla Megapack to power new massive record-breaking 1.3 GWh battery system

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Tesla Megapack has been selected to power a massive new record-breaking 1,3 GWh battery system from Neoen in Australia. This project is the second stage of the Collie Battery project, which is named after a town in Western Australia where the project is located. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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