EV Central

JANUARY 13, 2024

It delivers the feels, is a technological tour de force and is the first EV I’ve driven that comes close to the emotionally-involving experience of a performance petrol car. It’s over double the price of the highest-spec petrol-powered Hyundai i30N: a seriously good value benchmark hot hatch. Okay, it costs $111,000.

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Push EVs

JANUARY 5, 2023

Petrol vehicles also saw a relative sales surge ahead of increased emissions taxes. PHEV’s relatively low share was not due to their fall in volume, rather that the volume of BEVs and petrol vehicles were much higher than usual. Petrol vehicle volumes were 4x to 5x recent seasonal norms. 4, Skoda Enyaq, Volvo XC40, etc.)

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Push EVs

APRIL 8, 2023

Petrol-only vehicles saw their lowest share in modern history, taking just 1% of the market. In the immediate shadow of the Tesla were the runners up, the Toyota BZ4X (repeating its 2nd place, first achieved in February), and the Volvo XC40, in third. The Volvo XC40 jumped ahead of the Volkswagen ID.4,

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 21, 2024

While these vehicles differ in size and performance, which explains the price difference, they also differ in how their hybrid systems operate. A few luxury carmakers, such as Volvo and Audi, are also offering the technology. High government taxes on hybrid cars are the primary cause of high pricing.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The first PHEV from Australia’s second biggest automotive brand attracts a $12,500 premium over the six-cylinder petrol engine that is expected to account for almost half of all sales for the new “Mazda Premium” model. litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a 100kW electric motor. The CX-60 will also be available with new 3.3-litre

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My Energi

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As a result, 60% of those aged over 55 were not interested in buying an EV full stop, while many other demographics would only consider purchasing if prices dropped considerably – a concerning picture indeed for the UK’s transition to electrification. Do EVs have a limited range compared to their petrol and diesel counterparts?

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EV Central

JUNE 22, 2022

Riding on the upcoming SPA2 platform that will underpin the Polestar 3 large SUV due in 2023 as well as various Volvos – including the all-electric replacement for the XC90 – the Polestar 5 is clearly heavily focused on performance. The Polestar 5 is an evolution of the Precept concept car.

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EV Info

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

As a result, you can get a much better EV, at any price, compared to price-competitive gas cars. Sales of Petrol and Diesel car are falling faster that anyone expected. In July this year, petrol and diesel registrations fell below 1,000 cars together for the first time. 4 Volvo XC40 Electric car 4 995 4.51

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Push EVs

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

For example, petrol-only vehicles (with relatively high CO2 emissions) are now taxed much higher in Norway. That’s the reason why there was a December rush of 2,503 petrol-only units, whilst January saw just 36 units, roughly two orders of magnitude less! 4 and the Volvo XC40, take 2nd and 3rd.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 7, 2024

” Why the Kia EV9 won After careful analysis and thorough examination, the verdict overwhelmingly favours the Kia EV9 as the leading choice in the realm of electric SUVs. It was hard to believe this large, comfortable and versatile vehicle did not need a tank of petrol or diesel.”

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Drive Electric

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

With the introduction of the Clean Car Discount in 2022, the skyrocketing prices of petrol and diesel across the country, and the increasing number of EVs available in New Zealand , we are seeing more EVs on our roads than ever before. Petrol and diesel vehicles both use internal combustion engines (ICEs).

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EV Central

JULY 7, 2023

A spin-off from the petrol-powered X1, the newly arrived iX1 compact SUV is undoubtedly proof of that. Price and features BMW hasn’t hesitated to come out confidently with the pricing of the iX1, setting it higher than the starting point of any of its luxury compact SUV opposition at $84,900 plus on-road costs.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 4, 2024

Since the SUV is more focused on the outdoors, the company has given it a new set of alloys and tyres. The SUV is powered by a 2.5-litre litre petrol engine that’s mated to two electric motors, one in the front and one in the rear, with a total system output of 243hp. lakh) and Volvo XC60 (Rs 68.9

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EV Central

MAY 9, 2024

The covers have come off the latest Chinse electric SUV headed for Aussie shores to tackle the Tesla Model Y. Galaxy is the 15 month-old sub-brand of Geely Auto, which in turn is a division of the gigantic Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, which owns or has a share of Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, Zeekr and Lynk & Co among others.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

All the new electric cars, electric SUVs and electric utes arriving in Australia in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Alfa Romeo Tonale – the Italian brand finally has a rechargeable car in its ranks in the form of the Tonale PHEV compact SUV. Aston Martin DBX PHEV and EV – electrified versions of AM’s first SUV on the cards.

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EV Central

AUGUST 2, 2023

Audi Australia has announced the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of its 2024 Q8 SUV arrives in the fourth quarter of 2023, priced from $148,375 before on-roads. The PHEV slots into the sleek-reared Q8 range between the $135,100 petrol-powered 55 TFSI and $168,800 performance-orientated SQ8 TFSI.

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EV Central

MARCH 22, 2023

Prices are correct at time of writing. 625km: BMW i7 xDrive60, $297,900 Australia’s reigning range champion with a price to match. 625km: BMW i7 xDrive60, $297,900 Australia’s reigning range champion with a price to match. The BMW i7 limo unashamedly has Rolls-Royce vibes , and includes a 31.3-inch

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EV Central

MARCH 20, 2023

The Model 3 is sleek and stylish and comes generously appointed, especially when compared with luxury rivals at a similar price. Performance also outdoes similarly-priced alternatives. The larger five-door SUV stance liberates more headroom and gives a more commanding view of the road. It’s easy to see the appeal.

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EV Central

JANUARY 6, 2024

As well as new models from heavy EV hitters such as Tesla, BYD, Polestar and Volvo, there will be a raft of traditional brands jumping on board the electric car race. 4, the Q4 e-Tron will be available in a regular SUV body style or a sleeker Sportback, each with a 77kWh battery. Toyota, Volkswagen and Subaru are chief among them.

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EV Central

JANUARY 19, 2024

Then they sling a price tag on to practically ensure you don’t. 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. The rear lights are even better.

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EV Central

JANUARY 2, 2023

But it’s what’s beneath the skin that promises to tempt plenty of people out of the big-powered petrol engines that have dominated at this end of the market. The recently-arrived X1 compact SUV will soon spawn an EV sibling in the form of the BMW iX1. Rear seat occupants not only get sprawling legroom but also a gigantic 31.3-inch

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Push EVs

JANUARY 3, 2023

December’s bestselling BEV was the Volvo XC40. Combustion-only powertrains’ (petrol and diesel) share in December fell to a record low of 18.7%, compared to 32.3% December saw the Volvo XC40 take the #1 spot for the 3rd month in a row. Rounding out the top three was another Volvo, the C40. comprised 51.3%

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Drive Electric

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The consumer incentive will reduce the purchase price of zero emissions vehicles, which encourages suppliers to provide these choices to meet new consumer demand. Globally, 500 EV models are now on the market, ranging from compact cars and two-seaters through to large sedans, SUVs, and sportscars.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 26, 2009

It includes further improvements in conventional petrol and diesel powertrains, as well as a variety of electric, hybrid and fuel cell capabilities. This range of technologies will help deliver low-carbon vehicles at affordable prices to consumers. The UK has a strong emerging electric vehicle industry.

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Cars That Think

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Greenpeace , agrees, and argues that sales of all diesel and petrol vehicles, including hybrids must end by 2030. There is also a push to make those who own SUVs pay a steep annual registration fee to discourage their ownership, as is happening in Washington, D.C. Rising EV battery prices do not help.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 23, 2023

They also point out that this would reduce the price of the EV , since batteries account for about 30 percent of an EVs total cost. EVs ain’t cheap Price is another EV purchase risk that is comparable to EV range. The Lucid Air’s price ranges from $90,000 to $200,000 depending on options.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Saab GM-owned company exploring PHEVs Joint Venture with Volvo and others to research PHEVs Toyota 500 PHEV 2010-model Priuses with lithium batteries to be leased for fleet tests in 2009 (150 in U.S.) Volvo Ford-owned company exploring PHEVs "ReCharge" flex-fuel series 60-mile concept PHEV w/wheel motors.

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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. Arguably, that’s the price of premium. Budget is, of course, a huge factor. We’ve deliberately prioritised cheaper grades.

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