Electric car news

Fresh powers for police to seize and destroy illegal e-bikes as NSW Government responds to community outcry over dangerous behaviour.

Automotive brands and organisations report increased EV enquiries as petrol prices head north amid Middle East conflict.

New NRMA data suggests fuel supply pressure is nudging some Australians towards EVs, with charging use, insurance enquiries and electric vehicle searches all climbing.

Sydney and Adelaide also scored in the Top 30 in Time Out’s annual rankings, drawn from a survey of 24,000 city dwellers around the world.

Driving range of up to 395km and off-road capability for the new Suzuki Vitara EV, as the budget Japanese brand reinvigorates its line-up for an electric future.

Mazda, Nissan and Subaru top the list of carmakers that have missed vehicle emissions limits since July 2025.

Pressure mounts to scrap contentious tax as advocates push for more uptake of cleaner, safer vehicles.

The NSW Government is set to announce reforms for e-bike use in NSW, including exploring insurance options, as authorities grapple with rising injuries and a wave of incidents.

ANCAP names Australia’s safest cars in 2025, with 2025 Tesla’s Model Y topping list as EVs dominate and Toyota Hilux the lone non-EV.

Uni student Luke Sissons shares how a solar race car on campus sparked a drive across the desert in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.