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Game-changing battery tech is coming to Australia: New Zeekr electric car sets 10-80 per cent record with Tesla-taming charging time

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Chinese car-maker Zeekr has announced its all-new 2025 Zeekr 007 takes just 10.5 minutes to charge from 10-80 percent, thanks to its advanced next-generation lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack. As well as being capable of handling a rapid charge, Zeekr’s new 5.5C capability for even faster-charging 6C batteries.

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Seres 3: Why this Chinese SUV is the worst EV I’ve driven

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As a motoring writer, this is the question we’re most asked after what’s the best you’ve driven. Beyond that, it was the Seres 3’s poor drive experience, unresolved technology features, its failure to accept DC charge without explanation and bunny hop-inducing regeneration that has landed it top on my Wall of Shame.

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BYD Atto 3 review: Chinese newcomer previews our EV future

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A majority of the EVcentral writing staff acknowledged the compact Chinese battery electric vehicle for one positive reason or another. And in case you’re wondering what BYD stands for, it’s Build Your Dreams, something spelled out on the back of the Atto 3. The BYD Atto 3 comes as two models; Standard and Extended range.

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Will the Dodge Charger Daytona become the world’s most advanced EV with next-gen solid-state batteries?

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READ MORE: Volkswagen’s 1000-charges solid state battery success story. Solid state battery promises for the all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona It’s difficult to know who now leads the race to introduce solid-state cells after many false starts (and claims) that they’re just around the corner.

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Batteries not included: NIO introduces pioneering new semi-solid-state battery with 1000km range … but there’s a big catch

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Two years after it said it would aspiring Chinese start-up NIO has announced it will finally roll out its next-generation semi-solid-state battery technology from June 1 in its home country. But instead of being able to buy it new with your car the Chinese car-maker will only rent it to current owners.

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BYD ute detailed: Chinese brand calls out HiLux and Ranger as its game-changing PHEV dual-cab approaches

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BYD says it respects, but doesn’t fear, dual-cab stalwarts like the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger as the Chinese brand readies its “best-in-class” ute for launch in Australia. “So that’s why we’re confident for best-in-class.” The U8 pairs a 2.0-litre

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Is this Kia’s Tesla and BYD beater at last? New Kia EV3 electric SUV to cost from $50,000 and deliver 600km in range in Australia

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That includes a WLTP range up to 600km, V2L charging, a near-30-inch widescreen display, AI assistant, OTA updates, streaming services, advanced driver aids and the ability to personalise the dash and infotainment through the Kia Connect Store. 2024 Kia EV3 GT-Line – like a fun-sized EV9. How are the EV3’s design and goodies?

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