Yesterday
EV tax break to roll on as sales soar
The Albanese government is reconsidering plans to scale back the $1.3 billion-a-year fringe benefits tax exemption for electric vehicles.
How the fuel crisis could fix a hole in the EV market
Stephen Yiu lives near a petrol station, and is constantly reminded of his escape from soaring prices as new and used EV sales jump.
F1 wants a Chinese team. BYD is in pole position
If BYD enters the motorsport, the world’s biggest electric vehicle maker will have a shot at building genuine global desirability for its cars.
This Month
BYD’s God’s Eye flaws expose risk of rush into high-tech cars
While the company has ramped up sales, the world’s top-selling EV maker’s performance in cutting-edge driving remains a work in progress.
Farmers slam EU deal as worst for Australian agriculture
The industry has accused Canberra of locking in low export quotas for red meat, thus handing it a disadvantage against rivals such as New Zealand and Canada.
EU warns Australia: Distance won’t save you in ‘harsh’ world
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says Australia’s and Europe’s security are intertwined, and Australians are no longer protected by their isolation.
New EU deal brings cheaper EVs; ASX rebounds after oil dives; Trump’s TACO offers off-ramp
Read everything that’s happened in the news so far today.
As fuel prices soar, it’s hard for EV owners to stay humble
Sales inquiries for EVs have risen since the Iran conflict began, as the vehicles once seen as good for the planet are now considered good for the budget, too.
EV owners face job trap if Labor extends cuts to tax break
Business and unions have warned about changes that would whack EV drivers with hundreds of dollars in fortnightly costs if they change jobs.
The only way is up after a few shaky years for Polestar
With hybrids making a major comeback for many car manufacturers, the car maker is standing firm with its electric-only philosophy, saying “hybrids are the worst of both worlds”.
Fuel price spike another reason to get on with taxing EVs: Minns
Federal Labor is going slow on a mooted electric vehicle road user charge for fear it could deter uptake. The NSW premier wants it to put the pedal to the floor.
Pizza, pasta and science with the physicist electrifying Ferrari
Benedetto Vigna worked on the Higgs boson, has 200 patents and explains why Jonny Ive and Marc Newson will deliver an all-electric Ferrari people want to buy.
Bowen set to overhaul national EV charging network due to cost blowout
Only about 45 out 117 fast-charging stations have been built three years into the five-year, $40 million program, run by NRMA.
Fuel price fears set to light a rocket under EV sales
Fears of a sustained rise in the price of petrol has already led to a surge in new electric vehicle inquiries, according to car dealers.
Would you spend $120k on a Hyundai? Here’s why you might
The new Ioniq 9 electric SUV has a claimed 600-kilometre range, all the equipment you could hope for and a ballroom-size interior.
Piastri off to a dream start as battery power ignites Grand Prix
Normal curfews on working overnight were lifted so the new, largely unproven cars could be ready for Friday’s Australian Grand Prix practice.
February
New car buyers set to win from global market shake-up
As China continues to gain market share and fully electric vehicles struggle to win over Australian drivers, the automotive industry faces uncertain times.
Where did all the small cars go?
The Corolla was once the best-selling vehicle in Australia. Now the top 10 list is dominated by SUVs and utes.
Big Formula 1 rule changes face first test at Australian Grand Prix
The regulation overhaul makes cars shorter, narrower and lighter and could have a major impact on who crosses the line first.
Uncomfortable reality of luxury EV resale value
Prestige brands face competition from new electric vehicle makers touting similar technology at lower price tags.
