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One in six cars sold is now electric — Inside Australia’s April 2026 sales shake-up
One in six cars sold is now electric — Inside Australia’s April 2026 sales shake-up
April industry sales figures reveal a sharp spike in EV sales as BYD leaps to #2 on the best-sellers list.
Sam Charlwood
5 May 2026
Making EV charging part of the adventure
Making EV charging part of the adventure
New EV charging map aims to turn charging stops into part of the journey.
Bridie Schmidt
1 May 2026
NRMA members support adoption of e-bike minimum age requirement
NRMA members support adoption of e-bike minimum age requirement
A new survey of NSW residents has discovered overwhelming support for adopting minimum age requirement similar to QLD.
Sam Charlwood
30 Apr 2026
How Australia’s hybrid sales exploded
How Australia’s hybrid sales exploded
Hybrid sales in Australia have surged from niche numbers to a major market force, with SUVs now leading the charge.
Bridie Schmidt
20 Apr 2026
Chipped paint on your new car?
Chipped paint on your new car?
Cost cutting and environmental regulations have led to car paints that are weaker and more prone to damage.
Kris Ashton
19 Apr 2026
2026 Dark Mofo preview: Everything happening at Hobart’s wild winter festival
2026 Dark Mofo preview: Everything happening at Hobart’s wild winter festival
Dark Mofo returns for 2026. Here’s how you can ring in the winter solstice in style.
Sam Charlwood
18 Apr 2026
The NRMA names new CEO to steer next phase of growth
The NRMA names new CEO to steer next phase of growth
Experienced business and community leader Mike Baird will take the helm from August 2026, bringing a diverse track record across corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors.
Kris Ashton
17 Apr 2026
2026 BYD Shark 6 price and specs: two new variants added to popular ute
2026 BYD Shark 6 price and specs: two new variants added to popular ute
BYD’s Shark 6 ute has already pulled many buyers from more established nameplates. With the introduction of two new grades, is it set to steal even more?
Liam Murphy
17 Apr 2026
NSW doubles down on EVs with $100 million plan
NSW doubles down on EVs with $100 million plan
NSW Government unveils expanded $100 million EV strategy for regional and kerbside EV chargers, electric trucks and buses, and more.
Bridie Schmidt
17 Apr 2026
Fuel costs and supply in Australia: when will fuel prices drop? Your questions answered
Fuel costs and supply in Australia: when will fuel prices drop? Your questions answered
As conflict in the Middle East continues to drive volatility in fuel supply around the world, the NRMA is analysing fuel price news and data every day to give Australian motorists the latest advice on fuel supply and prices.
Open Road
16 Apr 2026
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