EV Central

MAY 23, 2024

Kia has unveiled its EV3 compact SUV ahead of a confirmed Australian arrival in 2025. That includes a WLTP range up to 600km, V2L charging, a near-30-inch widescreen display, AI assistant, OTA updates, streaming services, advanced driver aids and the ability to personalise the dash and infotainment through the Kia Connect Store.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 8, 2023

Compare the bZ to the brand’s own re-done Prius – the new Prius has flaws but it’s generally packaged much better. Toyota promises a range of up to 252 miles for this configuration. Charging is listed at about 9 hours from “low to full” on a Level 2 charger. Oh, and also offer a better range with all-wheel drive.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

That’s the 27,000km odyssey, in a Nissan Ariya electric SUV , planned by husband-and-wife team Chris and Julie Ramsey. Chris and Julie Ramsey with their 2023 Nissan Ariya Pole-to-Pole custom special Charging points are hardly plentiful in these icy tundras, and good luck plugging in at a desert servo.

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EV Central

JANUARY 19, 2023

Audi is re-introducing a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) to its Australian line-up from mid-2023 in the form of the Q5 55 TFSI e luxury medium SUV. It will be the most powerful Q5 ever offered and the second most expensive model in the range behind the SQ5 high-performance turbo-diesel. 2023 Audi Q5 55 TFSI e.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2012

In its sales pitch, Toyota plans to emphasize product attributes such as driving range, dynamic performance and telematics. The RAV4 EV combines a Tesla-designed and produced battery and electric powertrain with Toyota’s most popular SUV model. kWh of useable energy at full charge. Charging times. Charge modes and range.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

While Europe gets e-Power technology filtered across its model ranges, Nissan in Australia has opted to debut the tech on its two most expensive trim levels, the Ti and Ti-L. Inside, there’s tri-zone climate, leather-trimmed seats, a digital rear-view mirror, wireless phone charging and four USB ports (two up front, two at the rear).

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Development work on these continues; Audi, for example, is refining MLB evo—the second-generation of MLB and the foundation for the battery-electric e-tron quattro SUV due out in 2018. The charging will improve. There is no more range anxiety, the cost point is down, we will be able to serve the new customer demand.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

5 SUVs despite the ID.7 If you’re wondering why there’s a difference, blame the ID.7 If you’re wondering why there’s a difference, blame the ID.7 7 Pro charges at 22kW AC or up to 170kW on a DC fast-charger, while the later-arriving 86kWh battery in the ID.7 7 Pro S will charge at up to 200kW.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

Some specific examples include: EPA estimated direct manufacturing costs for direct injection technology at $196–$356 per vehicle, ranging from inline 3-cylinder to V8 engines. In the analysis the ICCT used $140/kWh for BEV battery cost and $200/kWh for 40-mile range PHEVs for 2025. 9.5%; the ICCT analysis suggested a 12.5%

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EV Match

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The fact that car companies air these commercials year-after-year means they’re at least somewhat effective. So if you’re finding yourself persuaded to buy a car this holiday season, let it be electric. Simply enter your ZIP code and you’re off to the races. Not convinced? New EV Models Keep Coming.

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Noodoe

DECEMBER 23, 2021

New buildings will be required to include EV charging stations, as will renovated structures that have 10 or more parking spaces. The creation of this coalition means a big step toward getting a built-out charging infrastructure in the US. Mercedes Bests Tesla S in Battery Range. Honda's New SUV Has Beetle-Wing Doors.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

It’s a more sober and rational small family SUV boasting decent cabin space, long electric range, fast charging, premium features and smart tech. Kia asks $66,590 plus on-roads for the entry-level Niro S EV (about $70,600 drive-away), while our test Niro GT-Line EV is $72,360 plus charges, or some $76,500 drive away.

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EV Central

JANUARY 19, 2024

As tested, our e-2008 GT small SUV is over $67,000 to drive-away in Queensland. You’re a smart little SUV. This SUV is small for such money, and I’m struggling to see how it’ll work as our family car. Such range will be a sticking point for many, myself included. Little things adding personality.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Two small crossover SUVs are offered – the awkward-bummed #1 and sportier-looking #3. Both models use a 62kWh (useable) battery, have a single rear mounted motor good for 200kW and 343Nm, and offer range between 425km and 455km. Styling’s done in Germany, while build and electric components hail from China. 2024 Smart #3 Premium.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2015

Volkswagen is unveiling a five-seater Cross Coupe GTE plug-in hybrid at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit as a preview to its new seven-seater mid-size SUV due to enter production at the end of 2016. The Cross Coupe has a zero-emissions range of up to 20 miles (32 km) and can reach 60 mph from rest in just 6.0

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EV Central

MAY 11, 2023

Last year, John Carey tested the EQE 350+ (Australia’s not getting this model from launch) and EQE53 4matic+ on some of Europe’s finest roads, but this was our first chance to sample the range on our own territory. Electric range (WLTP) is strong: 508km, 462km and 435km respectively. Terrible, pock-marked bitumen included.

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Aerodynamically Efficient Exterior First launched in 1972 and now in its 11th generation, the 2024 Civic went through a complete exterior re-imagination in 2022. The tilt and telescoping steering column has good range, giving the driver plenty of options to find a comfortable driving position. USB ports and a 12-volt power outlet.

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EV Central

MAY 11, 2024

Volvo’s EX30 is the fastest vehicle the marque’s ever produced, yet somehow doubles as a sensible, economical small SUV costing a smidge over $70,000 in its highest spec. Size-wise it’s a stubby holder shorter than a Hyundai Kona EV small SUV, and it’s indeed a compact looking thing in the metal.

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EV Central

MARCH 7, 2024

Toyota’s debut EV is firmly middle-of-the-road in terms of price, size, range, performance, charge speed and features. In the medium SUV EV space, rivals include our runaway best-seller Tesla Model Y , but also the more visually-striking Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. Perhaps predictably, the BZ4X is pragmatism personified.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD Ultimate The First Volvo Compact SUV Coupe EV The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge was the first electric-only and the smallest SUV from Volvo, falling in-line with the EX90 and XC40 Recharge. These are the estimated times for the three charging speeds. kWh per 100 miles. kW onboard charger.

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EV Central

JANUARY 18, 2024

Back then , the plucky electric SUV had the mainstream EV market more to itself. The same car with a bigger 64.8kWh battery, called the Kona Electric Extended Range, is $58,000, which is $2500 cheaper than the model it replaces, too. What is powering the Hyundai Kona Electric and how fast can it charge?

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 27, 2024

Getting To Know the CR-V e:FCEV 2025 CR-V e:FCEV, plug-in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle, is essentially a CR-V Hybrid with the addition of plug-in charging and with hydrogen replacing gasoline. With a 270-mile all-electric driving range (AER) from the 92.2 Level 3, DC Fast Charging is not available.

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Drive Electric

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The successful ID brand from Volkswagen continues to grow with their first all-electric SUV coupe. The new Volkswagen e-SUV coupé projects independence and uniqueness from all angles. In terms of the vehicle’s battery and range the ID.5 5 comes with a 77kWh battery which translates into an official range of 323 miles WLTP.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

What if I told you that you could secure a European electric SUV for less than $60k, with any and every feature you might want or need, and with essentially no wait time for delivery? But it looks like less of a bargain when you pit it against the Tesla Model 3 RWD ($61,900), MG ZS EV Long Range ($55,990), or BYD Atto 3 ($48,011).

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Drive Electric

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

RE: Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill. New and used vehicle importers, fleet companies, the electricity sector, other supporting industries and consumers need certainty about government climate and transport policy over the long-term. Committee Secretariat. Transport and Infrastructure Committee.

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Charged EVs

JANUARY 29, 2024

The properties of a particular cell act as constraining factors for every aspect of a vehicle’s design—and not only for vehicle performance parameters such as range and power, but for the development of manufacturing processes as well. Charged : Could you tell us about yourself and your journey to your present role at Lucid Motors?

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 29, 2024

The properties of a particular cell act as constraining factors for every aspect of a vehicle’s design—and not only for vehicle performance parameters such as range and power, but for the development of manufacturing processes as well. Charged : Could you tell us about yourself and your journey to your present role at Lucid Motors?

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EV Central

JANUARY 3, 2023

The BYD Atto 3 comes as two models; Standard and Extended range. And in case you’re wondering what BYD stands for, it’s Build Your Dreams, something spelled out on the back of the Atto 3. It’s a compact SUV similar in size to a Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30 or Toyota Corolla Cross. It’s a decent result.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

inch digital screens Wired Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Wireless phone charging Bluelink connected services Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates Positively, and unlike the Ioniq 5 Epiq, no digital side mirrors for this hottest of Ioniqs. Quoted charge speed is 350kW, but our previous tests suggest under 250kW is more realistic.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

You know, the small SUV we panned at its July 2021 launch for its “poor value proposition” Our review , in short, suggested you’d be almost out of your mind to buy one. We, and every other car reviewer with a basic grasp of the market, knew this fee for a small EV with paltry 200km (WLTP) range was laughable.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Fisker $80,000 Karma series luxury 50-mile range series PHEV, S Sunset convertible version.Partnering with Quantum Technologies. General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Showed BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS series PHEV concept in December 08.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Audi’s simply named e-tron SUV was the luxury brand’s first EV toe in the water, but what to do when your expanding electric vehicle line-up all feature that e-tron badge? Then introduce a new large SUV with more familiar Q8 nameplate, and bung 55 e-tron after it to signify this as the brand’s flagship electric SUV.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Cleantech Blog Cleantechblog.com, the premier cleantech site for commentary on news and technology relating to clean tech, greentech, energy, climate change and carbon, and the environment. Cleantech Crunched Top 10 Low Carbon Footprint Cars (and one SUV) for. Intelligent Charging Infrastructure for New Electr.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Volvo has unveiled its EX90 large SUV, a pure electric replacement for the seven-seat XC90. In range-topping Twin Motor Performance guise it boasts dual electric motors with 380kW/910Nm and up to 600km range from its 111kWh (107kW useable) battery. 2024 Volvo EX90 seven-seat electric SUV with 14.5-inch

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EV Central

MARCH 27, 2023

We’ll limit our top five to under $100,000 – no small sum, but these days families have had to make peace with combustion SUVs, dual-cab utes and people movers costing $60,000 and upwards. Its 66.5kWh battery is good for 371km range. Charge time from 10-80 percent is 32 minutes when using a public DC fast charger.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

This range-topping Kia EV9 GT-Line’s RRP is $121,000, then adds quite ridiculous $18,000 (in Queensland) on-road charges, pushing the bill to $139,000 drive-away. Anyway, the GT-Line has dual motors, all-wheel-drive, 283kW/700Nm and 505km range (WLTP) from its lardy 99.8kWh battery. For you NSW lot, it’s $140,200.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 29, 2015

For the 2016 model year, Volkswagen is offering a number of advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features that were only previously available on the premium Touareg SUV, and is also adding some new ones that democratize driver assistance for the compact sedan and compact hatchback classes. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). Park Distance Control.

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