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Who needs a V8: Zero-emission Range Rover Electric teased with epic performance and true off-road capability

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The 2024 Range Rover Electric has been previewed ahead of its launch next year with the British 4X4 maker releasing pics and early details of its flagship SUV that will provide a more luxurious and expensive alternative to large battery-powered rivals like the Kia EV9. Not that the Range Rover Electric will neglect luxury.

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Toyota bZ4X quick review: Driving global giant’s first Aussie BEV

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A mid-sized five-door five seat SUV, the bZ4X (bZ = beyond Zero, 4 = RAV4 size, X = SUV) left us feeling if not underwhelmed, then definitely not whelmed. Furthermore, this is not just a toe in the water exercise from Toyota Australia as it will launch at least two more BEVs in Australia by the end of 2026. 2023 Toyota bZ4X.

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Europe January 2021

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And the surprises do not ended there, as the Kia Niro EV won the last place of the podium, although the 3,123 units weren't enough to beat the #2 Renault Zoe, that lost the leadership race by a mere 23 units, while the VW ID.3, reached the 4th place last month. To be continued. 4 BMW 330e – Now this was a surprise.

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GM’s rosy year-end figures obscure the fact that legacy automakers are in deep trouble – Charged EVs

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The greatest responsibility for us as a company is dealing with climate change,” says Daimler Trucks as it lobbies the EPA to water down emissions regulations. GM edged out fellow brontosaurus Toyota to take the #1 spot in US sales, and also scored #1 in sales of SUVs and trucks. Hyundai/Kia and the Chinese certainly aren’t waiting.

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Kia Niro EV review: All-electric SUV arrives to sit below the EV6

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Kia Niro EV review: It was only in 2021 that Kia introduced the Niro nameplate to Australia. Instead, it was more about dipping a toe in the electrified water and getting the Kia dealer network ready or the EV onslaught. So instead it’s hybrid and EV tech for Kia’s new entry-level electrified SUV.

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EV ute overload: The electric pickups coming soon

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Kia Tasman An artist’s render of Kia’s ute. Image credit: SRK Designs In mid-2023 Kia confirmed it was developing a ute – or pick-up truck – to take on the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. Turns out that ute will be called the Kia Tasman and will launch in Australia in 2025.

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Retail sales rise 27% to 2.20 million vehicles in April 2024 | Autocar Professional

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PASSENGER VEHICLES: 335,123 units, up 16% YoY, up 4% MoM Fired up with sustained demand for SUVs, which now account for 50% of the market, passenger vehicle sales in April 2024 recorded 16% YoY growth at 335,123 units. All the players with strong SUV portfolios have done well in the marketplace.

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