The Tesla Model 3 is now in production and deliveries have commenced, so you’d expect all specs to be revealed? Not so. Up until now the electric motor’s power and output, along with kerb weight details have been unknown. A document – uncovered by InsideEVs – from the Environmental Protection […]
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Tesla Model 3 AWD dual-motor version coming in 2018
Demand for the Tesla Model 3 is far exceeding the production capacity. But, waiting could be a virtue as Tesla is planning a dual-motor, AWD model for next year. Deliveries for the highly-anticipated new model only just begun in the U.S. last week, with Australian delivers not set to arrive […]
2018 Nissan LEAF spotted during promo shoot, design revealed
The next-gen, 2018 Nissan LEAF has been spotted during what looks to be an official photo shoot or promo video just ahead of its debut early in September. This is the first time the new design has been revealed. Nissan is set to reset the goalposts with the next LEAF, […]
Exclusive: Plans for Australian-built electric cars pushing ahead
Although Toyota and Holden are only two months away from closing their Australian manufacturing operations, one company in South Australia is determined to bring a new Australian electric vehicle to market. PerformanceDrive spoke with Paul van de Loo, the director of South Australian engineering consultancy firm Applidyne and Red Automotive […]
First Tesla Model 3 deliveries commence, full specs revealed
The first Tesla Model 3 orders have been delivered with a special ceremony at the company’s headquarters in Fremont, California. It’s been a long wait for tech fans and Tesla enthusiasts, but now the Model 3 is finally here. The first Model 3, featuring the vehicle identification number 001, was […]
Bollinger B1: EV, 0-100km/h in 4.5, 500mm ground clearance
If you love off-roading, military-strength equipment, and/or unique and custom creations that use no fuel, you need to check out this tank. It’s called the Bollinger B1 and it is, in our opinion, the ultimate all-terrain bush basher. Yes, this tough beast ready for the bush is technically an eco-car. […]
Tesla Model X render shows serious 4×4 potential
A rough and ready Tesla Model X has been rendered, giving people an idea of what a series off-road version of the electric SUV could look like. Like the vast majority of ‘crossover’ SUVs on sale today, the Model X is a three-row, road-oriented chariot with higher ground clearance. Its […]
Confirmed: Electric MINI 3 Door coming in 2019, BMW X3 EV in 2020
BMW Group has confirmed some of its electric vehicle plans for the near future, with an electric three-door MINI to be first off the ranks and then an electric X3. The German company has invested over 100 million euros into its electric mobility development and production, which will take place […]