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You’re outta here! Chevrolet Silverado EV won’t be coming to Australia

EV Central

The battery electric Chevrolet Silverado EV full-size pick-up is not under consideration for Australia sale. The shock news was confirmed to EV Central at this month’s 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD launch by Jess Bala, Managing Director of Chevrolet’s local outpost GM Australia and New Zealand.

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Tesla Cybertruck rival Ford F-150 Lightning firms for Australia

EV Central

The Lightning’s Aussie prospects have been boosted by the establishment of a new assembly line in Melbourne that has started converting left-hand drive petrol F-150s imported from the USA to right-hand drive for sale through Ford dealers from November. A plug-in hybrid Ranger ute has also been confirmed for 2025.

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EV ute overload: The electric pickups coming soon

EV Central

litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with two electric motors, providing about 100km of EV range as well as the ability to travel further on petrol. The most powerful F-150 Lightning will have up to 433kW and 1051Nm and be capable of faster acceleration than any petrol-powered F-150 before it.

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Why NetGain motors are the best for EV conversions.

EVolution

We've used NetGain motors in a range of conversion projects because they're specifically designed to make converting a petrol guzzling machine into a sleek electric vehicle an easy process. So, what are NetGain Motors and why are they the right choice for your conversion project?

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Top 7 Best, Classy and Fastest Electric Cars In Today?s World

DIY Electric Car

Over the years, we were made to believe that petrol is the best option to run cars. Also, it raises awareness not only to manufacturers but also consumers that we don�t need to be dependent on petrol for our transportation. The Tesla Roadster is a $120,000 convertible that operates with a small but powerful motor. Front View.

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New EV electric car calendar

EV Central

Chevrolet Bolt EUV – SUV version of Bolt hatchback on sale in America but unlikely in Australia. Chevrolet Silverado EV – with up to 650km range the all-electric version of one of America’s most popular pick-up has brains and brawn. Chevrolet Silverado EV will have an EV range of up to 650km.

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Tesla Inside: The Ultimate Vintage Land Rover Retrofit

Cars That Think

Clearly, that’s no lazy Rover diesel chugging below the hood—or even a Chevrolet V-8, a current go-to engine for vintage-car fans seeking a contemporary edge. highlights the small-but-growing phenomenon of people converting fossil-fueled cars to run on electricity. liter petrol engine. Humble says. “We