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Electric vehicle owners in Australia are feeling the pinch as real-world driving ranges fall short of what manufacturers promise. The Australian Automobile Association's latest tests reveal that four new models, including Tesla and Kia vehicles, don't quite hit their advertised mileages.Key TakeawaysThe 2025 Kia EV3 fell short by 11%, while the MG4 dropped a whopping 31% in real-world driving conditions compared to lab tests.Tesla's Model Y performed relatively well, only dropping 3% from its advertised range of 466 kilometers.BYD Atto 3 and Tesla Model 3 also showed discrepancies between their claimed ranges and what drivers can achieve on the road.The AAA’s real-world testing program is shedding light on how EVs perform in everyday driving scenarios. It's not just about battery capacity;...

The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) has released a new report highlighting the financial burden of car ownership, with Sydney emerging as the most expensive city in Australia. According to the data, Sydney households spend an average of 15.4% of their yearly income on transportation costs alone, significantly higher than other major cities.Key TakeawaysSydney residents spend 15.4% of their annual income on car ownership.The overall cost of vehicle ownership in Australia has increased slightly over the past year.Fuel prices, insurance costs, and other expenses contribute to higher transportation costs.According to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures average price changes paid by households, car ownership costs have risen across Australia. The CPI data reveals a sli...

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Australian Tests Show EV Ranges Falling Short of Claims

Sydney Named Most Expensive City for Car Ownership in Australia