The Driven Podcast: The connected world of electric vehicles
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The emergence of electric vehicles and smart charging technology is presenting a world of opportunities, linking consumers, transport and grids.
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Giles Parkinson
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How hidden network costs could derail plans for ultra-fast EV chargers
CommentsPlans for a network of ultra-fast electric vehicle chargers – the kind that could charge your vehicle in just 15 minutes – are threatened by hidden network costs.
Deal with SEC allows Musk to resume plotting end of fossil fuel era
CommentsTesla shares surge after Musk reaches settlement with regulator that allows him to stay as CEO, but cede sovereignty over his Twitter activity.
Tesla shares slump after regulator charges Musk, seeks removal
CommentsElon Musk charged with “fraud” by the SEC, which is seeking his removal as a director and executive from public companies.
The Driven Podcast: Simon Hackett’s chance meeting with young Elon Musk
CommentsSimon Hackett made his fortune in the broadband boom and is now the largest shareholder in battery storage maker Redflow. He’s also Australia’s biggest fan of Tesla electric vehicles.
Transport emissions are soaring – it’s time to shift to electric vehicles
CommentsClimate Council report points to potential emissions reductions, and health benefits, of have a transport strategy focusing on electric vehicles and more renewables.
The Driven Podcast: Chief scientist Alan Finkel on battery EVs and fuel cell EVs
CommentsChief scientist Alan Finkel shares his love of electric vehicles, his charging needs, his views on autonomous driving and the prospects of fuel cell electric vehicles.
We’re pensioners, we want a cheap EV. What are our options?
CommentsWe are both pensioners. Our current car is 20 years old. We would like to replace it with an EV, but they seem to cost too much. Should we wait?
How the EV boom will reshape the way we use electricity
CommentsAEMO has lifted its forecasts for the uptake of electric vehicles for the second time in less than six months, and flags it could have an impact on the way we manage the grid.
Do I need to convert my home battery to charge my EV?
CommentsIsn’t there some way to just transfer charge from my home battery to the car battery? The answer: Yes, and no.
