EV Central

MARCH 2, 2025

The Mona M03 is a Tesla Model 3 rival that has already proved a hit in China, with almost 50,000 sales in its first four months on-sale. They have been pushed back from earlier launch dates because TrueEV will have its hands full rolling out the large X9 people-mover, and family G7 SUV and luxury G9 SUVs in 2026. 2025 XPeng P7+.

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EV Central

MARCH 23, 2025

Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X diesel SUVs are culled to avoid CO2 emissions fines READ MORE: Danger signs! It’s not a problem for electric-only brands such as Tesla and Xpeng, but big retail players like Toyota, Ford and Nissan with a heavy reliance on CO2-emitting vehicles and limited EV line-ups might have to take this course of action.

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EV Central

JUNE 16, 2025

This medium SUV REEV (Range Extender Electric Vehicle) starts from $45,900 drive-away, and is visually identical to the full electric Leapmotor C10 launched here six months ago. READ MORE: Leapmotor C10 first drive: great price and kit, but is it really a Tesla Model Y challenger? The post Australia’s only range extender!

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EV Central

MARCH 15, 2025

litre and rise to $128,900 for the shouty and sporty M50 xDrive, while the PHEV sits in the middle at $104,100. For those who arent quite ready to go for one of the many BMW BEV options, the PHEV is a very smart first step towards electrification. What was surprising was just how good the PHEV was compared to the other two options.

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EV Central

JUNE 3, 2025

Hyundai Australia will turn to China for an electric SUV to fight the BYD Sealion 7 and Tesla Model Y. The Elexio is a mid-size SUV developed by the Beijing Hyundai joint-venture between Hyundai Motor Company and local auto giant BAIC. READ MORE: Diesel out.

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EV Central

APRIL 7, 2025

If youve been turned off the new Leapmotor C10 electric SUV because it lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring there is good news coming in August. An over the air update being developed now by the Chinese brand will instal the feature most car buyers outside Tesla owners see as pretty much necessary.

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EV Central

JUNE 1, 2025

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 goes under the knife in dramatic bid to get back in the fight with Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal READ MORE: EV switch! litre petrol four-cylinder engine being released with the next-gen Palisade SUV. It does not currently sell PHEVs in Australia. It is expected to also feature in the Tasman in the future.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 18, 2025

BEV and PHEV new-car volumes increased around the world in January, according to figures from EV Volumes. Meanwhile, PHEV deliveries increased by 24%, but with a lower volume total of 512,486 units. While the US recorded the next highest BEV and PHEV volumes across the world, it was still a distant second. and Japan with 1.3%.

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EV Central

MARCH 2, 2025

Available in rear-drive Endurance ($60,990 plus ORCs) trim and the flagship dual-motor VZ ($74,490), the cheapest new Cupra Tavascan is not only cheaper than the new facelifted Tesla Model Y Launch Edition ($63,490 plus ORCs) but also the closely-related Skoda Enyaq (priced from $69,990 plus ORCs). READ MORE: The hybrid killer?

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EV Central

MARCH 19, 2025

And where the Tesal Model Y rules the new-EV sales roost even in its currently diminished state, its the Tesla Model 3 that is most on demand. This didnt help retained values, which were lower for EVs year-by-year than for the passenger, SUV and ute segments. 2025 February Used EV sales figures. The hit list and who is selling them.

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EV Central

MARCH 26, 2025

Its as if theres this whole swathe of people who want a properly engineered, classy EV, but dont want a Tesla. How tax incentives make this slick compact SUV a tempting electric car Perhaps even more remarkably, I’d wager at least some of these BMW BEV buyers are Boomers.

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EV Central

JULY 6, 2025

EV pioneer returns as an SUV-coupe to challenge the Tesla Model Y and BYD Atto 3 READ MORE: The ultimate Tesla Model 3 rival? Nissan announces big update for 2026 Qashqai e-Power range extender hybrid READ MORE: Has the Nissan Leaf got its mojo back? inch infotainment, wireless charger and walk-away auto-lock feature.

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EV Central

APRIL 7, 2025

The 2025 Zeekr X small all-electric SUV has had pricing slashed up to $7000, with the entry-level RWD version now priced from $49,990 before on-road costs. Chinas ambitious Zeekr plans zany people-mover, Tesla Model 3 fighter and first PHEV as Aussie ambitions expand READ MORE: How much?

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EV Central

MARCH 6, 2025

The Tesla Model Y Juniper headlines a long list of Australian debuts at the Everything Electric show, which kicks off at the Sydney Showgrounds today. All-new 2025 Audi A6 e-tron shaping up as serious Benz EQE and BMW i5 rival when it arrives in Australia in 2025 Cupra Tavascan: Tesla Model Y Juniper undercut on price again!

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EV Central

MAY 11, 2025

The post 2026 Jeep Compass debuts: Aussie-bound compact SUV broadens its appeal with EV, PHEV and mild hybrid choices appeared first on EV Central. READ MORE: Seven day test: Jeep Avenger Summit too much fun or just too much? 2025 Jeep Compass. Cars for Australia are likely to be sourced from Stellantis’ Melfi plant in Italy.

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EV Central

APRIL 6, 2025

Its called the MG S5, it arrives in local dealerships by June, and under its SUV skin and ride height it has the same architecture as the popular MG4. READ MORE: MG-owned IM Motors locked-in for Australia in 2025 with IM5 electric saloon and IM6 SUV READ MORE: Its not the new MG4! 2025 MG S5 interior. Will there be some substitution?

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EV Central

MAY 12, 2025

In a highly competitive mid-size electric SUV segment where the full five-out-of-five stars for safety is the norm, the Cupra Tavascan missed out on the final sparkler because it lacks both an intelligent speed limiter and traffic sign recognition. READ MORE: Seven day test: 2025 Cupra Formentor PHEV.

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EV Central

APRIL 30, 2025

Lynk & Co 900 electric SUV has Land Rover design influence and Mazda pricing, so why arent we getting it in Australia? GWM shocks the auto world at least its a PHEV! The 06 is a 4.85m long four-door sedan that is pitched in China as a Tesla Model 3 rival even though it comes as a range extender hybrid as well as an EV.

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EV Central

MAY 25, 2025

It also intends to investigate the business case for the attention-grabbing Mazda EZ-60 large electric SUV launched at the Shanghai auto show last month if right-hand drive production is confirmed. It would probably sit in the large SUV segment if we were to bring it to Australia. “The SUV especially looks fantastic.

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EV Central

APRIL 23, 2025

READ MORE: Nissan Leaf SUV revealed as Tesla Model Y rival! It will be an immediate and formidable rival for the new generation of plug-in utes including the BYD Shark 6 , Ford Ranger PHEV , GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV and JAC T9 Hunter. Combining a 1.5-litre 2025 Nissan Frontier Pro. 2025 Nissan Frontier Pro.

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EV Central

JUNE 17, 2025

The BYD Sealion 8 has been locked in for an Australian debut in the first quarter of 2026 as the Chinese brand’s first seven-seat SUV. BYD’s flagship plug-in hybrid powered three-row SUV will go head-to-head with the Kia Sorento PHEV and the Mazda CX-80 PHEV. Based on the car-maker’s next-generation 5.0

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EV Central

APRIL 20, 2025

READ MORE: Will the Deepal S07 be good enough to put a dent in Teslas Model Y sales? READ MORE: Radical Deepal E07 priced: SUV that transforms into an ute READ MORE: 2025 Deepal S07 Review: Is there substance to match the style? Deepal arrived on the Australian market late in 2024 with the S07, a mid-sized electric SUV.

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EV Central

JULY 10, 2025

Nissan Australia has continued its price drive on e-Power, adding a cheaper Qashqai compact SUV with the range extender hybrid technology. The reintroduction of the Nissan Qashqai Ti e-Power follows on from the announcement of discounts for the e-Power versions of the larger X-Trail medium SUV. READ MORE: Powered up! Priced down?

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EV Central

MARCH 7, 2025

Youll note Im not using the Lower Case e-tron because it seems to me that weve reached the point that the Q6 is merely the EV option if you want a mid-size SUV with an Audi badge, while you can also still have one with an engine, for now, called the Q5 (the Q6 is slightly bigger, but not enough that youd notice if you jumped between the two).

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Another week another Chinese electric SUV designed to tackle the Tesla Model Y. Plug-in hybrid just as important for Leapmotor in Australia as BEVs; C10 and B10 PHEV SUVs on the way! It is the cheapest mid-size electric SUV you can buy. This time its the Leapmotor C10. But just to reprise for newcomers (welcome!),

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 31, 2025

What action has Tesla taken over EU tariffs on battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) made in China? This means the brand will not expand its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) range past the Rafale SUV. Tesla and tariffs The FT reported that Tesla is suing the EU over import tariffs placed on BEVs built in China.

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EV Central

MARCH 30, 2025

READ MORE: Six appeal: 2025 XPeng G6 headed for Australia to fight refreshed Tesla Model Y with fresh tech and new batteries READ MORE: XPeng M03 and P7+ electric sedans confirmed for Melbourne motor show: But which one will go on-sale in Australia? READ MORE: Touching down soon! XPengs enormous Land Aircraft Carrier coming to Australia.

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Electrek

JUNE 30, 2025

Transport Ebikes Electric Motorcycles Bus Hyperloop Autonomy Tesla Autopilot Cruise Automation Uber Waymo Energy Green Energy Climate Tesla Shop Store Toggle dark mode Nissan Nissan is in crisis mode as job cuts begin and suppliers are caught in the crosshairs Peter Johnson | Jun 30 2025 - 12:32 pm PT 35 Comments Is Nissan raising the red flag?

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EV Central

JULY 12, 2025

With the backing of global auto giant Stellantis (Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, etcetera) it launched the battery electric C10 medium SUV (of course) here in February and has now followed that up with the petrol-electric range-extender model. Leapmotor, if you didn’t already know, is one of the phalanx of new Chinese brands arriving in Australia.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 19, 2022

Mercedes-Benz details its upcoming EQS SUV. And Tesla closes the door on buying leased vehicles. In a first test of the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, we found this plug-in hybrid SUV to. We drive the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid. Kia says an electric pickup for the U.S. won’t be basic.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2019

March marked the first time that registrations of electrified cars (BEV, PHEV, HEV) exceeded the 100,000 units mark, with a total of 125,400. The rapid volume growth of pure electric cars was mainly due to the outstanding results of Tesla. The Tesla Model 3 was also the top-selling premium midsize car in March. for compact SUVs.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2020

They were able to gain traction arising from the Volkswagen Passat PHEV (981 units), Up BEV (678 units), Volvo V60 PHEV (897), XC40 PHEV (339 units); Audi E-Tron (1,289 units), A3 PHEV (465); and Ford Puma HEV (1,170 units), Kuga PHEV (753). Their market share remained stable at approximately 37%.

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EV Central

JANUARY 1, 2025

With plug-in hybrid sales on the rise in Australia, Lexus has welcomed the NX450h+ PHEV back on sale Down Under for the first time since March 2023 when a stop sale was placed on the popular SUV. The 450h+ arrives back with PHEV sale sup 100 per cent in 2024, albeit off a small base. Blending a 136kW/227Nm 2.5-litre

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 29, 2019

Registrations of BEV, PHEV, HEV and other electric vehicles totalled 96,600 units in July—as demand increased by 29% from July 2018. The growth was driven by Tesla—the top-selling brand—and Renault, which saw a 103% volume increase after its Zoe model became the top-selling BEV during the month.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 29, 2019

The Tesla Model 3 also achieved another record in February, as it became the top-selling premium midsize sedan in Europe—outperforming the popular Mercedes C-Class, Audi A4 and BMW 3-Series. Denmark also recorded a strong result in February, with volume up by 8% due to an increase in its EV and PHEV registrations.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Ford has axed plans to bring the battery electric Puma Gen-E compact SUV to Australia. Instead, it has announced an increased swing toward plug-in hybrids , confirming this morning in a media statement that the Transit Custom PHEV will be coming to Australia in 2025. 2025 Ford Transit Custom PHEV. Ford Ranger PHEV Stormtrak.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Honda provides a closer look at its upcoming electric SUV. And will Tesla Megachargers be popping up everywhere now that the Semi is being delivered? Tesla Semi production has started, CEO. Plug-in hybrids aren’t the dollars-and-cents no-brainer vs. hybrids anymore, due to the revamped EV tax credit.

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