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Confirmed! China’s Leapmotor to go on-sale in Australia in 2024 with C10 SUV

EV Central

The Chinese electrified vehicle maker Leapmotor will launch in Australia in late 2024 as part of an international expansion backed by global auto giant Stellantis. How many of them would come to Australia remains to be seen. In Australia Stellantis itself currently sells Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep.

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SK On, EcoPro Materials and GEM to build battery precursor plant in South Korea

Green Car Congress

SK On will partner with Korea’s largest cathode material company EcoPro, and Chinese battery materials producer GEM to build a battery core material production facility in Saemangeum, South Korea. SK On has been actively building various cooperative relationships to strengthen the raw material supply chain.

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At last! Tesla to finally take aim at the budget Chinese brands with $45k Model Y and Model 3 variants – reports

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Tesla at last seems ready to make good on its promise of cheaper EVs, with the brand reportedly ready to tackle the Chinese newcomers with genuinely affordable electric car options based on its existing models. According to the publication, the brand is targeting a US$30,000 price point, which would translate to around $45,000 in Australia.

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EV Metals Group launches the Australian Lithium Alliance

Green Car Congress

The strategic initiative will be implemented by Australian Lithium Alliance Pty Limited (ALA), a wholly owned subsidiary of EVM, through joint ventures and off-take agreements as an alternative to Chinese companies that currently dominate the purchase of spodumene concentrate from Australia to supply chemicals processing companies in China.

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Nissan and Honda unite to join global software-defined EV race, play catch up with Tesla

Baua Electric

Nissan and Honda building a software-defined EV? Nissan and Honda will also develop battery tech and e-Axles to power new global vehicles. The Nissan, Honda, and Mitsubishi partnership comes as Tesla and Chinese EV makers like BYD continue expanding in key global markets, including Japan, taking market share.

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Imerys and British Lithium form JV to accelerate development of UK’s largest lithium deposit

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The Cornwall mine will adhere to the highest social and environmental standards and follow the IRMA Standard—the most demanding global benchmark for responsible mining. The project will also build upon British Lithium’s entrepreneurial spirit and committed team. and a maximum theoretical grade of 3.42% Li 2 O in the pure mineral.

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The worst thing about owning an electric vehicle in Australia isn’t getting any better. In fact, it’s getting worse | Opinion

EV Central

But the worst thing about owning an electric vehicle in Australia isn’t getting any better. READ MORE: Charging an electric vehicle in Australia is about to get easier READ MORE: Tesla begins unlocking Supercharger sites for all EVs READ MORE: EV charging while driving? In fact, it’s getting worse.