2019

Bridie Schmidt is associate editor for The Driven, sister site of Renew Economy. She has been writing about electric vehicles since 2018, and has a keen interest in the role that zero-emissions transport has to play in sustainability. She has participated in podcasts such as Download This Show with Marc Fennell and Shirtloads of Science with Karl Kruszelnicki and is co-organiser of the Northern Rivers Electric Vehicle Forum. Bridie also owns a Tesla Model Y and has it available for hire on evee.com.au.

AGL upgrades EV charging plan as retailers move to engage electric drivers

Australian energy major AGL launches plan in which electric vehicle drivers earn credits towards bills reducing household costs and offsetting higher purchase price of electric cars.

The new electric SUV from Nissan will be based on the IMx concept. Source: Nissan

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Nissan electric SUV previewed to US auto dealers

Nissan previews all-electric SUV due to become available in latter half 2021 to US-based auto dealers, reveals key details on range and acceleration.

4 min

From Caraoke to Summon: What’s in and out of leaked Tesla Autopilot V10 details

Leaked release notes for Tesla's V10 Autopilot surfaced on the weekend, but seem to be missing the most important updates.

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Why EV rapid charging technology is vital to Australia’s tourism industry

Australia needs electric vehicle charging infrastructure to meet tourist expectations and offer travellers the facilities fast growing in other countries.

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When should you choose a battery electric vehicle over a plug-in hybrid?

What are the variables a driver needs to consider to make them feel comfortable that a BEV is better than a PHEV for their needs?

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Tesla Model 3 prices jump in Australia as dollar falls against greenback

Prices for Tesla Model 3 electric vehicles in Australia have jumped, just two weeks after the first deliveries of the long awaited electric sedan commenced in the country. The order…