The Driven EV News

APRIL 26, 2024

Tesla's Cybertruck finally arrives in Australia nearly four years after its first unveiling, and is going on a roadshow in Australia and New Zealand. The post First Tesla Cybertruck lands in Australia, begins “tour down under” appeared first on The Driven.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 5, 2023

Great news: 9.5% of new cars sold in Australia in April 2023 were fitted with a plug. We are close to 10% penetration! The growth appears to mainly be in PHEVs. That means all those Australians with solar on the roof can operate their cars for zero dollars, saving money, having fun, and being kind […]

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 23, 2024

Is Australia ready? Over the next couple of years we expect at least 43 vehicles to come to market with vehicle to grid capabilities. Australian consumers could be the biggest beneficiaries, but do we have our house in order? The post Major car makers are rolling out V2G plans this year. appeared first on The Driven.

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Teslarati

APRIL 29, 2024

Tesla Megapacks will help expand the Collie Battery into a 560 MW/2,240 kWh system–the biggest in Australia. This is intended to address the risks AEMO has identified related to the retirement of coal power plants, high penetration of rooftop solar, and increasing energy demand in Western Australia,” said Neoen.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 21, 2022

While Australia holds a summit to discuss car emissions standards, Sky News presenters say that no one wants electric cars. At the same time, ordinary citizens are fighting over what is available. Hyundai delivered 100 cars and they sold out in minutes.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 24, 2024

Mini to launch its all new electric Aceman in Australia later this year, adding to a growing local lineup of electric cars. The post Mini to bring its new Aceman electric SUV to Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Teslarati

MARCH 28, 2024

Tesla Australia and New Zealand recently celebrated having 100,000 units on the road. Tesla Executive Rohan Patel joined the celebration, dropping some facts about the company’s presence in Australia and New Zealand. This is just the start for Tesla [Australia and New Zealand],” Patel commented.

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has partnered with Tesla to offer low-interest financing on electric vehicle (EV) purchases. Tesla has proven to be one of the preeminent and hallmark brands that has propelled the awareness and uptake of EV adoption in Australia,” said Joel Larsen, CBA general manager of personal lending.

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The Driven EV News

MAY 1, 2024

BMW launches new X2 range in Australia, including its first electric options that are priced around the same as the petrol variants. The post BMW launches electric iX2 in Australia, at around same price as petrol variants appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 9, 2024

The post Tesla opens its first in-house collision repair centre in Australia appeared first on The Driven. Tesla has opened its first in-house collision and body repair shop in the country with more to follow.

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Teslarati

MAY 24, 2023

Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta is reportedly coming out in Europe and Australia to a few testers. A Model 3 Standard Range in Australia also received FSD Beta v. A Model 3 Standard Range in Australia also received FSD Beta v. The post Tesla FSD Beta released in Europe and Australia appeared first on TESLARATI.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 11, 2024

The first Ford F150 Lightning electric utes are soon to be offered for sale in Australia, and its performance is sure to convert diehard diesel powered Ranger and Hilux fans. The post Orders open soon for first right-hand drive Ford F150 Lightning electric utes in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 3, 2024

GWM slashes price of the Ora electric hatchback to as low as $35,990 drive-away, making it the lowest cost EV in Australia. The post GWM slashes price of Ora electric hatch to make it cheapest EV in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

MARCH 13, 2024

The post “A game changer:” Albanese hails delivery of biggest electric truck fleet in Australia appeared first on The Driven. First 43 of 60 ordered electric trucks unveiled at the western Sydney depot of Team Global Express, supported by a battery, solar panels and charging equipment.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 22, 2024

The post “Driving revolution:” Ford F150 Lightning electric utes launched in Australia, starting at $225,000 appeared first on The Driven. Pricing of the Ford F150 Lightning with 4.5 tonne of towing and vehicle to load has been announced, and will be double the cost of the petrol version.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 1, 2024

With more EVs with towing capabilities coming onto local roads, Tesla opens Australia's first multi-charger trailer-friendly supercharger site. The post Tesla ruins weekend with first Australia Supercharger site designed for towing caravans, boats appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

MARCH 29, 2024

Tesla has announced that it has delivered 100,000 EVs in Australia, with no sign of things slowing down. The post Tesla celebrates deliveries of 100,000 EVs in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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EV Central

MAY 1, 2024

Stand by Australia, Chinese giant GWM could soon unleash a plug-in hybrid attack on our market through its Haval, Tank and Cannon (ute) brands. Car brands, GWM included, are acutely aware of next year’s introduction of strict NVES emissions regulations coming to Australia. There are reasons here. So what’s on the cards?

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Teslarati

MARCH 22, 2024

LG Energy Solution (LGES) is partnering with Envirostream’s recycling branch, Lithium Australia, to recycle lithium-ion batteries. According to the company’s announcement, its partnership could position Envirostream at the forefront of the battery recycling market in Australia. LG Energy Solution warned of slow revenue growth in 2024.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 15, 2024

Australia's EV sales showcase leading brands having greater success in local market thanks to buoyant demand. Australia bucks global electric car sale trends in first quarter of 2024 appeared first on The Driven. The post Hot spot for EV growth?

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Teslarati

JANUARY 18, 2024

More Tesla Model 3 Highland vehicles have landed in Australia, ready for delivery. “Many more upgraded Tesla Model 3(s) are arriving in Australia now,” noted EV influencer Esther Kokkelmans. Many more upgraded @tesla model 3 are arriving in Australia now. This is in location Sydney.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 18, 2024

The post Tesla is about to end referral benefits in Australia appeared first on The Driven. Tesla's referral program has helped boost sales in 2024, but the current program is about to come to an end.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Tesla applied with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) to become a “Market Customer” in the electricity market in Australia – a move that is likely in preparation for the launch of its new “Tesla Electric” service in Australia.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 8, 2024

Climate Council urges ban on new petrol and diesel cars in Australia by 2035 at the latest, more electric trucks and incentives for households to get rid of one of their cars. The post Australia urged to ban sales of new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2035 at latest appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

APRIL 20, 2024

The post BYD to double EV sales in Australia in 2024, and again in 2025 as it chases down Tesla appeared first on The Driven. BYD announces ambitious plans to double sales in 2024 … and then double them again in 2025 as it chases down market leader Tesla.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Local conversion to right-hand drive could be the way the Ford F-150 Lightning electric pick-up truck makes it on-sale in Australia. What we know is in Australia we are going to see a greater level of [EV] adoption.” Birkic said further investigation into Lightning for Australia “will come in the fullness time”. Birkic said.

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The Driven EV News

MARCH 26, 2024

The post Why Australia bowed to the demands of makers of expensive, luxury 4WDs appeared first on The Driven. The demands of the fossil fuel industry - and their millions of highly polluting Tonka trucks - have once again been placed above the health and wellbeing of local communities.

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Innovation News Network

JANUARY 31, 2024

Australia has released the Australian Critical Minerals Prospectus, which showcases 52 investment-ready critical minerals projects. The post Australia releases new Prospectus for critical minerals projects appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Teslarati

MARCH 5, 2024

The upgraded Tesla Model 3 seems to be proving its mettle in Australia. With these results, Tesla’s market share in Australia rose to 5.4%, a notable improvement from its 4% share last year, as noted in a techAU report. Outside Tesla, Australia’s electric vehicle sector is a bit of a mixed bag.

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Electric Cars Report

JANUARY 31, 2024

Polestar 4 is now officially on sale in Europe and Australia. Production is planned to start towards the middle of 2024, with first deliveries expected […] The post Polestar 4 Goes On Sale In Europe And Australia appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Innovation News Network

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The University of Adelaide's Professor Michael Goodsite and Associate Professor Carl Spandler outline the steps that Australia must take to provide nickel in a manner that meets market demand. The post Nickel in Australia: How the country must challenge international competitors appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Tesla has brought back its Referral Program to Australia, allowing owners to reap the benefits of helping transition the world to sustainable transportation by convincing others to buy Tesla products. You can also reach me on Twitter @KlenderJoey , or if you have news tips, you can email us at tips@teslarati.com.

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Innovation News Network

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Olimpia Pilch of the Critical Minerals Association Australia, discusses the outlook for Australian critical minerals. The post Critical minerals down under: Can Australia lead the world’s critical minerals charge? appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 19, 2024

Tesla has paused Model 3 Highland deliveries in Australia due to a “technical compliance” issue. The Texas-based automaker sent emails to Tesla Model 3 reservation holders in Australia, informing them of the pause in delivery. “We The upgraded Model 3 had a top-tether anchor point, following the Australia Design Rules (ADR).

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The Driven EV News

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

The Minister for Climate change and Energy and the Minister for Transport have announced the government will introduce its New Vehicle Emissions Standard by 1 January 2025, but will be consulting on the final design for another month The post “Big Win:” Australia finally unveils New Vehicle Efficiency Standard appeared first on The Driven. (..)

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The Driven EV News

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Tesla's next-generation superchargers are being installed at a second site in Australia. The post Tesla second V4 supercharger site in Australia under construction appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Tesla slaps down Toyota executive for suggesting that Australia is not a good place for electric vehicles as the spat between the two car giants continues. The post “Not much of an expert:” Tesla slaps down Toyota over EVs in Australia comments appeared first on The Driven.

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