BMW iX3 Neue Klasse Launches in Australia with Record Range as Petrol Prices Climb and Industry Fights to Save EV Tax Break

Send us Fan MailBMW drops its first Neue Klasse EV with 805 km WLTP range and pricing that undercuts rivals Porsche adds a Cayenne S Electric variant, Lotus confirms a PHEV Eletre X for the UK, Mercedes unveils a luxury eight-seat electric van. Tesla Semi factory ramps up, Donut Lab’s solid-state battery survives extreme heat tests, GWM locks in Tank 300 PHEV details while the Ora 5 goes hybrid, and we cover rising fuel costs, the “Keep the EV Tax Discount” campaign, Victoria’s electricity supply inquiry, NVES progress, and Perth’s electric-hybrid bus leap. All the specs and Australian angles, no fluff.Disclaimer:All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources.This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance.Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show.Sourcing & TransparencyAt Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers.Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information.Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode):https://www.carsales.com.au/https://www.carexpert.com.au/https://thedriven.io/https://www.carsguide.com.auhttps://autotalk.com.auhttps://www.carsguide.com.auhttps://evcentral.com.auhttps://www.drive.com.au