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Car news14 July 2026

Geely EX2 Electric Hatch Arrives in Australia from $26,490

Geely's EX2 electric hatch, China's best-selling EV, has launched in Australia from $26,490 plus on-road costs.

By Car Scout Editorial

Car news12 July 2026

BYD Australia Offers Full Refunds After 2025-Built Cars Were Sold as 2026 Models

BYD Australia is offering full refunds to 1,265 customers sold 2025-built vehicles that were labelled and documented as 2026 models due to an administrative error.

By Car Scout Editorial

Car news2 July 2026

ACT Approaches 5% EV Milestone as XPeng Cashback Dispute Reaches Federal Court

The ACT is on the cusp of 5% EV registration share, while Xpeng G6 buyers face an ongoing Federal Court battle over unpaid cashbacks from distributor TrueEV.

By Car Scout Editorial

Car news14 June 2026

EV novated-lease tax break is changing: what the FBT phase-out means for buyers

The full FBT exemption on electric cars is being wound back from April 2027. Here's what still qualifies, the new $75,000 line, and what it means before you sign.

By Car Scout Editorial

Car news7 June 2026

Tesla Model Y becomes the first EV to top Australia's monthly sales charts

The Model Y outsold the Ranger and HiLux in May 2026 as battery EVs hit a record 19.9% share — here's what's driving it and what it means for buyers.

By Car Scout Editorial

Car news5 June 2026

BYD's own ship docks in Melbourne with ~4,800 cars for three ports: what it means for buyers and wait times

BYD's first self-owned car carrier docks in Melbourne carrying roughly 4,800 EVs and plug-in hybrids for distribution across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, part of a 30,000-vehicle Q2 push to cut wait times.

By Car Scout Editorial

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