EV Central

MAY 8, 2025

READ MORE: Game-changing battery tech is coming to Australia: New Zeekr electric car sets 10-80 per cent record with Tesla-taming charging time READ MORE: Stronger, further, faster, cheaper, smaller! BYD execs are hyping the next generation Blade battery. Hence the ‘battery within a battery’ description. Radical EV shift!

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Electric cars are efficient, modern and packed with cutting-edge tech, but sometimes they can feel a little standard. Unlike petrol and diesel cars, which come with a range of customization options from the factory, EVs tend to have a sleeker, more uniform look. That doesnt mean yours has to blend in with the crowd. The best part?

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EV Central

JANUARY 25, 2025

And, of course, the Atto 3 now represents solid value against hybrid and petrol SUVs from Toyota, Mazda, Nissan and others. While performance is modest by EV standards the Atto 3 is zippier than most of its petrol-powered rivals. 2024 BYD Atto 3 Premium now comes with more equipment and sharper pricing.

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EV Central

MAY 16, 2025

2025 Subaru Forester: What we think Being a thorough person, I drove the plain petrol version first and found the Strong Hybrid superior in every way. While the price might move a little bit, up or less likely down, its not going to be a long way from these numbers, and with the new e-Boxer hybrid option, youre getting a lot for your money.

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Electric Vehicles India

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

TCS Jaguar Formula E title partner & eBikeGo acquires tech firm for EVs . eBikeGo acquires tech firm Kustard Technologies . eBikeGo India’s electric two-wheeler mobility platform has announced that it has acquired tech firm, Kustard Technologies for $2 million to modernize the EV industry. Every year, approx.

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EV Central

APRIL 8, 2025

Its so confident the new tech will deliver frugality and performance its been dubbed Super Hybrid. litre turbo-petrol engine. The new U9 ute will also add PHEV tech in 2026, although it’s not clear if that will be the Suepr Hybird system. 2025 MG HS Hybrid+ and MG QS. seconds 0-100km/h time.

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EV Central

JUNE 10, 2025

Mirroring other Chinese carmakers, the new tech will reportedly see future VWs offered with the option of a small petrol-powered engine used to charge a battery to boost the range. There’s no indication if a range-extender version of the 2028 Golf is in the pipeline yet or if the tech will be reserved for large vehicles.

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EV Central

MAY 22, 2025

Lexus confirms LX 700h electrified petrol as hardcore off-roader goes green(ish) your move, Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series That leaves the mid-size RZ SUV as the brand’s only current all-electric offering. inch infotainment system, that was combined with a revised centre console and more sophisticated safety tech. 2026 Lexus RZ.

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EV Central

JULY 30, 2023

Funky tech to complement the retro touches The new Mini’s dashboard is coated in an eco-looking fabric, and features built-in LED light elements. While petrol Minis will continue to be made in the brand’s Oxford plant in the UK, the next generation EVs are to be built in China. 2024 Mini Cooper EV interior with 9.4-inch

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

READ MORE: Why electric cars will be more capable off-road The Fusilier will also have the option of a range-extender hybrid system that uses electric motors to drive the wheels and a small petrol engine as an onboard generator. Ineos Fusilier electric 4WD The battery pack is expected to be about 100kWh hours for 500-600km of driving range.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Tech influencer AlexiBexi, who broadcasts a day in the life of hydrogen mobility, testing the range and refueling of the NEXO. Car-tuning expert JP Kraemer, who questions his definition of adrenaline-fueled performance: can progressive fuel cell eco-mobility change the mindset of a true petrol head?

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 21, 2024

litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with variable compression ratio is employed solely to generate electricity rather than directly powering the wheels. With EV charging infrastructure not available widespread, companies like Maruti and Toyota are betting big on hybrid tech.

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CN EV Post

APRIL 1, 2024

Apparently you don't watch Weibo much b/c Huawei is crushing Nio's 'tech' according to owner reports. @Jim andy In reply to Jim andy. By 'well positioned' why have they gone from 4% market share to 2% in the last 3 years? Do you mean the goal was to suppress the share price and lose market share while diluting shareholders?

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2022

In its latest report, Tech, Media, & Telecom (TMT) Predictions 2022 – Thematic Research , data and analytics company GlobalData predicts that Tesla and China are set to maintain their dominance in the EV sector. GlobalData also suggests that the lithium shortage will not affect all players equally. —Amrit Dhami.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

litre naturally aspirated petrol engine JSW MG Motor India will soon pull the plug on the 1.3-litre litre turbo petrol engine on the Astor SUV. litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. MG is yet to announce the discontinuation of the turbo petrol engine officially. litre NA petrol engines. MG Astor 1.3

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Heres our list of the seven best pre-loved EVs you can buy for under $40,000, for families, city folk, cheapie chasers, tech lovers and more. Best tech experience EV: Tesla Model 3 (2019-22) from $29,000 2021 Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive. Numbers quoted here are based on research at Carsales and Facebook Marketplace. Solid buying.

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EV Central

APRIL 28, 2025

Its time to ditch fuel excise altogether and make petrol cheaper. From diesel and petrol to hybrid and electric, make it the same whatever makes the car move. The post Why its time to drop the fuel excise and make petrol 56c/litre cheaper | Opinion appeared first on EV Central. cents per litre but then has GST applied on top).

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

BMW has given us a new glimpse of its future tech and revealed it EVs could one day come with underbody fans designed to suck them closer to the road for faster cornering. Heart of Joy will also enhance efficiency by as much as 25 per cent compared to existing tech, which could see future BMW EVs come with a range of up to 900km.

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CleanTechnica EVs

DECEMBER 15, 2022

When I made the transition from a petrol-powered Hyundai V6 Sonata to a Tesla Model 3 SR+, my main reason was concern for the planet. These include total cost of ownership, fun, tech, and […]. Since driving the car for over 90,000 km (56,000 miles), I have discovered that there are many other reasons to switch.

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EV Central

AUGUST 21, 2024

Porsche is also readying the next generation of its 718 Boxster and Cayman , each of which will drop petrol in favour of electrons. Porsche Macan, Taycan, 718 EVs set to step up tech war on battery health with important feature few others can offer appeared first on EV Central. The post Mystery solved?

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Baua Electric

MARCH 4, 2025

The new Audi A6 features a range of petrol and diesel engines, including a 201 bhp 2.0-liter liter turbo-petrol unit with a torque output of 340 Nm, a 362 bhp 3.0-liter liter turbo-petrol V6 producing a torque output of 550 Nm, and a 201 bhp 2.0-liter liter turbo-petrol unit with a torque output of 340 Nm, a 362 bhp 3.0-liter

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EV Central

OCTOBER 19, 2024

2025 BYD Sealion 7: Verdict The BYD Sealion 7 is shaping up to be a sharp competitor to the Tesla Model Y – and a car that could tempt people out of petrol alternatives (as the Tesla is doing). Brisk without being ferocious. But a lot will depend on pricing. If it can get closer to $50K it’ll be a tempting electric SUV. Score: 7.5/10

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EV Central

JUNE 2, 2025

That level of tech in any other brand would be well into the hundreds, Maciver said of the Tank 700. The most capable SUV on the market right now is the petrol V8 GMC Yukon which can tow 3628kg. Pricing for the V6 turbo-diesel LandCruiser 300 Series is currently spread from $97,990 to $146,910 plus on-road costs. 2025 Tank 700 Hi4-T.

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EV Central

MAY 1, 2024

Polestar has released the first details of its pioneering next-generation battery technology that will close the gap between recharging an EV and filling a combustion car with petrol. The key to the significant gain in charging speed is a new Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) tech developed by Israel-based battery pioneer StoreDot.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 2, 2025

The centre stage will be taken by a horizontally mounted touchscreen infotainment system that will come with connected car tech, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. litre turbocharged petrol engine and a 2.0-litre This petrol engine has not yet been featured in any Tata vehicle, making the Sierra its debut model.

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EV Central

JUNE 16, 2025

litre petrol engine, but only the electric motor turns the SUV’s rear wheels. Bonuses include reduced electric charging time due to the smaller battery, while topping up with petrol takes even less time. The combustion four-cylinder’s only there to recharge the battery when required. 30 mins REEV: 30-80% DC fast charging in approx.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 8, 2021

This technology allows electric vehicles to charge their batteries or be powered directly, while being driven, and would allow vehicles with demanding duty cycles to switch from petrol or diesel to being electric. —Burak Ozpineci, who heads ORNL’s Vehicle and Mobility Systems Research Section.

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EV Central

MAY 7, 2025

“It will join a refreshed Mitsubishi range that already offers petrol, diesel and PHEV options that fit Australian lifestyles, all with our innovative 10/10 warranty and capped price servicing plan.”

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Baua Electric

APRIL 18, 2025

Other features include Pilot Assist, which brings a host of autonomous driving tech to the car. Powering the Volvo S90 facelift is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) motor and a mild-hybrid four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine. litre petrol engine tuned for 246 bhp and 350 Nm of peak torque. The outgoing model is priced at 68.25

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EV Central

APRIL 20, 2025

Forget diesel engines and big fuel tanks, the new breed of frugal off-roaders rely on electricity and petrol – and theyre looking to shake up a market segment steeped in tradition. But being a range extender means the petrol engine never drives the wheels (as it can in a PHEV). Deepal G318 – not lacking in grunt.

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EV Central

MARCH 29, 2025

The EX90 might look a bit like some of Volvos petrol-powered product, but beneath the skin its an EV-from-birth, capitalising on a dedicated electric vehicle platform to maximise cabin space, serving up plenty of space for people, and a whole heap of cargo room. Tech is covered by a 14.5-inch

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EV Central

JULY 24, 2024

READ MORE: Full details of the all-new Mini Aceman SUV READ MORE: $11,000 price hack for Mini Cooper E READ MORE: Mini Cooper Electric’s retro heaven cabin: Game-changing tech appears in new electric vehicle But we’re here to help with an explainer of the modern Mini line-up. There are no plans for a petrol iteration.

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EV Central

JULY 28, 2022

Chery has been in Australia before, with the brand launching several years ago under a local distribution agreement, attempting to make a name for itself with cut-price petrol-powered cars, including what was then this country’s cheapest new car.

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EV Central

MAY 20, 2025

The sixth-generation RAV4 gets a sharper-looking exterior and brings major upgrades across the board, including more tech and more advanced active safety systems. It also claims better driving dynamics and improved tech across the range, including a digital instrument cluster and larger, more advanced central display screen.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

architecture, advanced new e-motors and state-of-the-art battery tech when it arrives in 2026. Created to rival the latest Lotus Eletre, the petrol-electric BMW XM and the next-generation Porsche Cayenne EV, the headline news is the AMG super-SUV has been developed from the ground up by AMG and is not spun-off any production Mercedes-Benz.

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EV Central

MAY 19, 2025

litre turbo-petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain. The H9 has previously been sold in Australia bit is only available with orthodox petrol and diesel powertrains. The Blue Mountain, also known as the Lanshan in China and 07 in some export markets, is a 5156mm long SUV (longer than the Toyota LandCruiser) powered by a 1.5-litre

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EV Central

OCTOBER 17, 2024

platform, which offers advanced driverless tech and super-fast 800-volt charging architecture, Leapmotor has confirmed that the B10 will be offered with both all-electric power and a range-extender hybrid, that will use a small 1.5-litre litre petrol engine as a generator for long range driving. Based on the all-new LEAP 3.5

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