Electric truck manufacturer SEA Electric has extended its commitment to the Australian market by doubling the size of its local assembly facility for zero-emission trucks in the Melbourne suburb of Dandenong. The company leads the world in terms of a comprehensive range of highly adaptable electric truck options, with its present plant expanding to now […]
Author: Fleet EV News Team
E-Transit – coming in 2024
The latest global announcement by Ford provides some insight into the urgency of the EV transition plans for Australian fleets – you have plenty of time. Unless you’re planning to have a fleet of Tesla Model 3 or Model Y, there’s no rush to place your orders for electric cars, vans or trucks. Fleet Managers […]
Jeep going electric
Jeep announced in September that it plans to build electric 4WD vehicles to become one of the leading manufacturers of electrified SUVs for lifestyle and off-road use. The plan, which premiered on the brand’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/thejeepchannel, calls for the introduction of four all-electric SUVs in North America and Europe by the end of 2025. As […]
Nissan recycles EV batteries for Australian plant
Nissan Australia is set to launch an innovative, industry-first Circular Economy project in Victoria, with the Nissan Casting Australia Plant (NCAP) to use recycled LEAF batteries to power part of its production facility. In an exciting window into the future for end-of-life electric vehicle batteries — and an important step towards Nissan Australia’s goal of […]
Electric hybrid AMG C 63 S E
The new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE is a real game changer in the 55-year history of AMG. With know-how from Formula 1™, it brings state-of-the-art technologies from motorsport to the road. A two-speed electric motor positioned on the rear axle supports the 2.0-litre turbo engine that is mounted longitudinally at the front. This […]
MG launch latest EV model
MG launched the latest, and best value, electric vehicle in Australia this month. The new ZS EV is available in the entry level ‘Excite’ model at an unrivalled $44,990 drive away price. At this price point, it will be a very attractive novated lease with the FBT exemption on salary packaged electric vehicles. Peter Ciao, […]
Genesis GV60 – a luxury EV SUV
Genesis launched its first SUV designed on the new E-GMP platform which is an electric vehicle from the beginning (compared to earlier EVs which were adapted ICE vehicles). And looking closely you can see the distinct design elements of a compact dash, flat floor and a FRUNK. With the new platform and technology, the GV60 […]
New EV savings calculator
Solar Citizens, an independent community-based organisation bringing together millions of solar owners and supporters to protect and grow solar in Australia, has launched a calculator to show prospective buyers of electric vehicles the potential savings in running costs. This easy to use resource will also help Fleet Managers working on EV transition plans for their […]
Luxury EV sedan with 500+ kilometre range
Genesis Motors Australia is pleased to announce the first-ever Electrified G80 luxury sedan. The EV G80 AWD will provide a refined, zero-emission range halo model, sitting above G80 3.5T AWD Luxury Pack, while setting a new standard for luxurious electric sedans. Electrified G80 features a twin motor AWD system that provides 272kW (from dual 136kW […]
Technology and policy need to work together
– By Paul Sinclair – Solutions Adviser at Intermatic’s – After years on the sidelines watching the EV evolution unfold overseas, Australia is on the cusp of jumping into the driver’s seat and starting its own electrified journey. Key indicators that change is afoot include EV manufacturers targeting Australia, new national and state-based policies to encourage […]
