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Best Electric Ute for Towing in Australia 2026: BYD Shark 6 vs Ford Ranger PHEV vs GWM Cannon
2026 is the year three plug-in utes finally matched the diesel towing benchmark of 3,500kg — the BYD Shark 6 Performance, Ford Ranger PHEV and GWM Cannon Alpha. With towing capacity now level across the board, the real decision shifts to how each one drives day-to-day, what it costs, and whether you actually need the upgrade at all. We break down the specs, the trade-offs, and why no full-BEV ute touches this benchmark yet.
Can I Charge an EV in an Apartment in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne?
2.2 million Australians live in apartments - and most of them have been told, directly or indirectly, that EV ownership isn't for them. In 2026 that's changing fast. NSW has a new Right to Charge law. Victoria has mandated EV-ready infrastructure in new builds. And Brisbane is catching up. Here's the full city-by-city breakdown of your rights, your options, and what to do if your strata committee says no.
New EVs 2026-2027: The Models and Tech That Will Change the Market
The pipeline of new EVs 2026 2027 is extraordinary. We cover the models, tech, and one bold prediction about where the market goes next.
Brands
GWM New Models Australia 2026: Every EV and Hybrid Coming This Year
GWM just posted its best sales month ever and confirmed up to 10 new or updated models for Australia in 2026, including a new premium Wey sub-brand and the electric/hybrid Haval Jolion Max. We break down what's already on sale, what's confirmed but not yet priced, and which of it actually matters if you're shopping for an EV or plug-in hybrid rather than GWM's usual petrol and diesel lineup.
Jaecoo J8 SHS Price Australia: A $59,990 Seven-Seat Plug-In Hybrid Worth Considering?
Jaecoo's first seven-seat SUV, the J8 SHS, arrives in Australian dealerships this month priced from $59,990. It pairs a turbo petrol engine with three electric motors for 315kW combined and up to 169km of electric-only range. We break down what's confirmed on price, power and equipment, how it compares to the BYD Sealion 8, Chery Tiggo 9 and Toyota Kluger Hybrid, and whether it's worth a test drive over the established competition.
Leapmotor B05 Australia Price: Is This the Best Cheap EV Hatch Yet?
Leapmotor's first non-SUV EV in Australia, the B05 hatch, arrives from late August priced from $35,990 drive-away. It's rear-wheel drive, chassis-tuned in Italy, and claims up to 482km of WLTP range on the top-spec Design LR. We break down what's confirmed on price, range and charging, how it compares to the MG4, BYD Dolphin and GWM Ora 5, and whether it's worth buying before independent safety ratings land
Infrastructure
Best Home EV Charger Australia 2026: The Definitive Guide
A standard power point gives you 10km of range per hour. A proper wall charger gives you 40km. The difference between a frustrating EV ownership experience and a seamless one often comes down to this single decision - so we've compared every major home charger available in Australia in 2026 to help you get it right.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy an EV in Australia - or Should You Wait?
Every year for the past six years, some version of the "wait for a better deal" argument has convinced Australian drivers to stay at the servo and keep paying for petrol. At $2.50 a litre, that argument now has a very visible price tag. Here's the honest 2026 case for buying now - and the genuine reasons you might still choose to wait.
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an EV at Home in Australia?
At petrol hovering around a $2.50 litre, filling a petrol tank costs $100 or more. Charging an EV at home overnight costs between $7 and $17 for a full battery. Here's the complete 2026 breakdown - tariff by tariff, state by state - including what happens when you add rooftop solar to the equation.
Opinion
Best Home EV Charger Australia 2026: The Definitive Guide
A standard power point gives you 10km of range per hour. A proper wall charger gives you 40km. The difference between a frustrating EV ownership experience and a seamless one often comes down to this single decision - so we've compared every major home charger available in Australia in 2026 to help you get it right.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy an EV in Australia - or Should You Wait?
Every year for the past six years, some version of the "wait for a better deal" argument has convinced Australian drivers to stay at the servo and keep paying for petrol. At $2.50 a litre, that argument now has a very visible price tag. Here's the honest 2026 case for buying now - and the genuine reasons you might still choose to wait.
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an EV at Home in Australia?
At petrol hovering around a $2.50 litre, filling a petrol tank costs $100 or more. Charging an EV at home overnight costs between $7 and $17 for a full battery. Here's the complete 2026 breakdown - tariff by tariff, state by state - including what happens when you add rooftop solar to the equation.
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