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"Ideologically motivated:" Vandalism and theft a growing problem for EV charging stations

The Driven @thedriven.io · 23h

Vandalism and theft at EV charging stations have become a growing problem, with one operator recording more than 900 cases of cable theft at over 130 locations since the start of the year.

Vandalism and theft at EV charging stations have become a growing problem, with one operator recording more than 900 cases of cable theft at over 130 locations since the start of the year.

GAC officially announces its entry into Australian market with its first electric SUV

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 23h

GAC, one of the top five car makers in China, confirms entry into Australian market with its first electric SUV model.

GAC, one of the top five car makers in China, confirms entry into Australian market with its first electric SUV model.

New BMW i4 arrives in Australia in 2025, with slightly higher price and improved range

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 23h

A single new variant of the BMW i4 electric sedan will be arriving in Australia by the end of the year, with a slightly higher price but also with improved range and other goodies.

A single new variant of the BMW i4 electric sedan will be arriving in Australia by the end of the year, with a slightly higher price but also with improved range and other goodies.

EV council calls for GST exemptions, and ban on new petrol and diesel registrations

The Driven @thedriven.io · 23h

EV Council says uptake of electric vehicles needs a bigger policy boost, including GST exemptions and a timeline for banning new petrol and diesel vehicle registrations.

EV Council says uptake of electric vehicles needs a bigger policy boost, including GST exemptions and a timeline for banning new petrol and diesel vehicle registrations.

Cybersecurity and V2G: Consumers need a secure connection for their batteries on wheels

The Driven @thedriven.io · 1d

As I write this, I am riding in a Geely EX5 sent by Uber to take me to my Qantas flight, and I am reminded of the duty of care owed to consumers to keep us safe from theft, fraud, and worse.

As I write this, I am riding in a Geely EX5 sent by Uber to take me to my Qantas flight, and I am reminded of the duty of care owed to consumers to keep us safe from theft, fraud, and worse.

Australia Post to roll out 500 electric three-wheelers to replace petrol bikes by Christmas

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

Australia Post to roll out 500 three-wheeled electric vehicles to replace petrol-powered motorbikes before the Christmas rush.

Australia Post to roll out 500 three-wheeled electric vehicles to replace petrol-powered motorbikes before the Christmas rush.

Tesla starts to bundle FSD Supervised, offering almost $5,000 off price

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

Tesla bundles FSD into inventory stock, providing nearly $5,000 off the price of FSD enabled cars.

Tesla bundles FSD into inventory stock, providing nearly $5,000 off the price of FSD enabled cars.

NSW unveils design for first purpose-built electric bus depot

The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

NSW unveils concept designs for the state’s first purpose-built electric bus depot at Macquarie Park in Northern Sydney, hosting 150 electric buses.

NSW unveils concept designs for the state’s first purpose-built electric bus depot at Macquarie Park in Northern Sydney, hosting 150 electric buses.

Ferrari unveils 849 Testarossa plug in hybrid in Sydney, for a cool million

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

Italian carmaker Ferrari, one of the world’s most iconic and recognisable brands, unveiled local pricing for its new 849 Testarossa plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).

Italian carmaker Ferrari, one of the world’s most iconic and recognisable brands, unveiled local pricing for its new 849 Testarossa plug-in hybrid

Volvo introduces "multi-adaptive" safety belts in new EV, taking account of height and weight

The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

Volvo introduces new "multi-adaptive" safety belts that takes into account height, weight, body shape and seating position in latest EV

Volvo introduces new "multi-adaptive" safety belts that takes into account height, weight, body shape and seating position in latest EV

Range, grip and silence: Why EV owners have to care about the tyres they use

The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

Most car owners don't think too much about the sort of tyres they use, but EV drivers have several reasons to care - noise, grip, weight handling and range.

Most car owners don't think too much about the sort of tyres they use, but EV drivers have several reasons to care - noise, grip, weight handling and range.

Tesla to launch ultra-long range Model Y thanks to new battery

The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

Tesla's Model Y to get a range boost thanks to new battery, with details of a new upcoming variant revealed in regulatory documentation.

Tesla's Model Y to get a range boost thanks to new battery, with details of a new upcoming variant revealed in regulatory documentation.

BYD offers $2,000 worth of accessories and more on its best-selling EV

The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

BYD's best-selling EV in Australia likely to see a further boost off the back of latest $2,000 incentive.

BYD's best-selling EV in Australia likely to see a further boost off the back of latest $2,000 incentive.

Tesla swiftly launches new lower cost Model Y in Europe, up to 20% cheaper

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 2d

Tesla launches its new lower cost Model Y in Europe, cutting 20% off existing prices and revealing key specs for the company's next European top-seller.

Tesla launches its new lower cost Model Y in Europe, cutting 20% off existing prices and revealing key specs for the company's next European top-seller.

GWM to bring electric SUV to Australia in 2026

The Driven @thedriven.io · 5d

GWM's next EV to hit Australia in 2026, adding to the Ora hatchback that is already in its lineup.

GWM's next EV to hit Australia in 2026, adding to the Ora hatchback that is already in its lineup.

The Driven Podcast: Dan Caesar on growing Everything Electric and supercharging EV adoption

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 6d

Everything Electric CEO Dan Caesar joins The Driven Podcast to discuss the evolution from YouTube to international EV festivals, Europe’s tipping point for EVs, and his new mission to accelerate adoption through Electric Vehicles UK.

Everything Electric CEO Dan Caesar joins The Driven Podcast to discuss the evolution from YouTube to international EV festivals, Europe’s tipping point for EVs, and his new mission to accelerate adopt...

Batteries on wheels: Europe's leading low cost V2G model is coming to Australia

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 6d

A groundbreaking project that combines car sharing and low-cost AC vehicle to grid charging facilities is coming to Australia.

A groundbreaking project that combines car sharing and low-cost AC vehicle to grid charging facilities is coming to Australia.

EVs reach record 98.3 pct share of new car sales in Norway, surge across Europe

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 6d

The sale of electric vehicles (EVs) took off in September across Europe, led as always by Norway, but also with strong showings in key markets such as the UK, Denmark and Spain.

The sale of electric vehicles (EVs) took off in September across Europe, led as always by Norway, but also with strong showings in key markets such as the UK, Denmark and Spain.

Polestar releases pricing details for 2026 Polestar 4, adds new buttons

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 6d

Swedish EV maker announces pricing for 2026 version of Polestar 4, with some new features including more buttons on the steering wheel.

Swedish EV maker announces pricing for 2026 version of Polestar 4, with some new features including more buttons on the steering wheel.

New Australian electric truck company signs delivery deal with Who Gives A Crap

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 7d

New zero-emissions trucking company New Energy Transport has cut a deal with Who Gives A Crap to deliver greener toilet paper, and show the path for electric trucking in Australia.

New zero-emissions trucking company New Energy Transport has cut a deal with Who Gives A Crap to deliver greener toilet paper, and show the path for electric trucking in Australia.

Tesla launches "affordable" versions of Model 3 and Y, but with just 14% off base prices

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 7d

Tesla launches new "affordable" variants of its Model 3 and Model Y, but still priced from $US36,990 which is higher than many hoped.

Tesla launches new "affordable" variants of its Model 3 and Model Y, but still priced from $US36,990 which is higher than many hoped.

German car makers may get green steel loophole for EV targets as policy summit looms

The Driven @thedriven.io · 7d

The German government is examining the idea of relaxing EU CO2 fleet emission limits for carmakers that use green steel made in Europe in their production.

The German government is examining the idea of relaxing EU CO2 fleet emission limits for carmakers that use green steel made in Europe in their production.

Ford 2025 Mustang Mach-E gets performance boost and price increase

The Driven @thedriven.io · 7d

Ford announces a “significant” update to its struggling Mustang Mach-E SUV, introducing performance upgrades, increased efficiency, and refreshed styling, and a higher price.

Ford announces a “significant” update to its struggling Mustang Mach-E SUV, introducing performance upgrades, increased efficiency, and refreshed styling, and a higher price.

Kia confirms all-electric van for Australia in mid-2026

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The Driven @thedriven.io · 8d

Kia confirms it will launch an all electric van, the PV5, in Australia in 2026, following an initial launch in its home market and then Europe in the coming months.

Kia confirms it will launch an all electric van, the PV5, in Australia in 2026, following an initial launch in its home market and then Europe in the coming months.