Pierre-Louis Ragon, Author at The Driven IO

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Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

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Pierre-Louis Ragon

Is Australia’s EV sales surge a one-off or a structural shift? The clue is in the order backlog
Australia enjoyed record EV sales in March, but how long will it last? The answer may lie in the growing backlog of electric car orders, and the federal government’s policy choices.
Giles Parkinson

Apr 8, 2026

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EV fast charging queues are back. Could a kerbside charger network help?
More expensive DC chargers may be the most economic option for kerbside charging. Their higher throughput also means fewer EV parking spaces are required.
Bjorn Sturmberg

Apr 8, 2026

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The electric van that offers “nostalgia mode,” including diesel smells and noise
Electric van maker says it has introduced an innovative new feature aimed at those who miss the odour and feel of traditional diesel-powered alternatives.
Bryce Gaton

Apr 8, 2026

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Kia unveils initial pricing for its smallest EV, with two-way charging
Kia unveils pricing for its smallest EV to date, with bidirectional charging, but it is still not clear if it is coming to Australia.
Joshua S. Hill

Apr 8, 2026

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Suzuki gets four-star ANCAP safety rating for its first EV in Australia
ANCAP Safety has handed a four-star safety rating to the all-electric Suzuki e Vitara, which is scheduled to launch in Australia in June.
Joshua S. Hill

Apr 8, 2026

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Charging & V2G

What if networks dropped kerbside charging access fees, and actually switched them on?
Energy networks argue the competitive market cannot provide kerbside charging. But this argument is based on a cost regime that is designed and imposed by energy networks.
Ed Lynch-Bell

Apr 8, 2026

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Videos

Video: MG4 Urban review – Australia’s $31,990 EV – Worth It?
The new MG4 Urban has landed in Australia with a sharp price tag of $31,990 driveaway, putting it right at the centre of the country’s growing battle for the cheapest EV.
Riz Akhtar

Apr 7, 2026

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EV sales hit record high in March amid fuel price hikes, BYD overtakes Tesla again
EV sales reach an all-time high in March, off the back of elevated fuel prices and surging demand, with BYD overtaking Tesla but other brands also performing well.
Riz Akhtar

Apr 7, 2026

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Reviews

MG4 EV Urban first drive: Hard to fault electric hatch at $31,990 drive-away
We got behind the wheel of MG’s new $31,990 EV to find out what it’s like on local roads. It is a big step up in the affordable EV space.
Riz Akhtar

Apr 7, 2026

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Videos

Video: Are small EVs the answer to the fuel crisis?
Sam and Sarah jump inside the AION UT to talk soaring petrol prices, the ever increasing costs of running an ICE car, and why small EVs could be the smartest way out – even without home charging.
Sam Parkinson

Apr 7, 2026

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Charging & V2G

State’s fastest EV charging station opens on major highway, backed by a battery
Backed by solar and a battery, the two fastest EV charging stations in W.A. have opened on a major highway.
Joshua S. Hill

Apr 6, 2026

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Charging & V2G

Tesla reaches major Supercharger milestone with 150th site in Australia
Tesla celebrates its latest Supercharger milestone, delivering its 150th site across the country.
Riz Akhtar

Apr 5, 2026

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