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Petrol prices too high? Here’s how quickly an EV could save you money
As petrol prices climb, the economics of going electric look increasingly compelling. New modelling reveals how quickly an EV can start saving drivers money – especially if most charging happens at home.
Hussein Dia

Mar 6, 2026

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Electric Cars

As Australia switches to EVs, it will rely more on China’s car factories – but less on foreign oil
Ending Australia’s dependence on foreign oil makes sense at a time of great geopolitical uncertainty. But going electric would lead to more reliance on China.
Hussein Dia

Apr 10, 2025

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Batteries

Electric vehicle batteries can last almost 40 pct longer in real world than in lab tests
Researchers found the stop-start way we drive actually prolongs battery life.
Hussein Dia

Feb 5, 2025

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Hybrid cars are having a moment – even though they’re dirtier than we think
Jump in hybrid sales is concerning. They are cleaner than traditional petrol and diesel cars, but they still burn fossil fuels and produce more emissions than their manufacturers claim.
Hussein Dia

Jun 20, 2024

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EV News

Electric vehicle fires are rare, risk for petrol and diesel vehicles at least 20 times higher
As electric vehicle numbers grow, recent reports might lead some people to fear fire risks will increase. The data suggests the opposite is true.
Hussein Dia

Sep 20, 2023

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EV News

Electric utes can now power the weekend – and the work week
Electric utes are finally making their way to Australia. Here’s a list of what is likely to be available.
Hussein Dia

Feb 14, 2023

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Electric Cars

Why a shift to basing vehicle registration fees on emissions matters for Australia
Emissions-based registration fees are already in place in many other nations with much higher uptakes of electric vehicles. How could it help in Australia?
Hussein Dia

Feb 13, 2023

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EV News

New EVs for under $45,000? They’re finally coming to Australia – but the battle isn’t over
Clearly, Australia needs more affordable mid- and low-end electric vehicles. Here’s a run down of what’s available and what’s coming.
Hussein Dia

Nov 18, 2022

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