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Sunday, September 20, 2026

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Sam Parkinson

Sam is Chief Operating Officer for Renew Economy and EV Media. Sam has been working with Renew Economy and One Step Off The Grid since 2014 and with The Driven since its inception in 2017. Sam is also the host of The Driven Podcast.

EV News

Zeekr 7GT confirmed for 2026 launch Australia with 670km range and 3.1 second sprint
Zeekr’s new electric shooting brake is coming to Australia with up to 670km of range, and a 500kW Performance version capable of hitting 100km/h in just 3.1 seconds.
Sam Parkinson

Sep 19, 2026

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Videos

Video: Cadillac Lyriq-V – Everything you need to know
With a near-2.7 tonne kerb weight and a $99,000 starting price, does the fastest production Cadillac ever actually make sense on Australian roads?
Sam Parkinson

Sep 18, 2026

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Electric Cars

MG announces $78,990 price for electric U9 ute, with 430 km range and 3.5 tonne towing
MG has confirmed pricing for its first electric ute, which boasts 430 km of range, 3.5 tonne towing and a big 102.2 kWh battery.
Sam Parkinson

Sep 18, 2026

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Sponsored Post

MSI Eco Series EV charger review: A smart home charger with some properly useful hardware
Home EV charging should be simple enough to forget about. MSI’s new Eco Series aims to do just that, combining practical installation features with smart charging, solar integration and up to 22kW AC capability.
Sam Parkinson

Sep 16, 2026

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EV News

BYD stuns market as it slashes price of Australia’s cheapest EV to less than $20,000 driveaway
BYD gives another boost to EV affordability, cutting driveaway price of Atto 1 to less than $20,000, competing with low-cost petrol cars.
Sam Parkinson

Sep 15, 2026

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EV News

New Chery-backed EV brand Lepas reveals 440km L6 electric SUV for Australia
Another new electric vehicle brand is preparing to enter the Australian market, with Chery Group-owned Lepas confirming the first specifications for its debut model, the L6 EV.
Sam Parkinson

Sep 15, 2026

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Reviews

BYD Atto 2 review: This electric Tardis now has more competition in Australia’s rapidly changing EV market
The BYD Atto 2 looked like a game changer when it arrived late last year. Today, Australia’s EV market has moved so quickly that it no longer feels quite so remarkable.
Sam Parkinson

Sep 5, 2026

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Videos

Video: Is the BYD Atto 2 still worth it?
The BYD Atto 2 arrived in Australia as something of a game changer. Does it still offer enough to compete in a rapidly changing EV market?
Sam Parkinson

Aug 31, 2026

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Reviews

Kia EV4 Earth review: 612km range and a strong case for the humble electric sedan
I spent a week with the Kia EV4 Earth to see how its 600km-plus range and sedan driving experience stack up. Could it make more sense than another electric SUV?
Sam Parkinson

Aug 25, 2026

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Videos

Video: 2026 Kia EV4 – 612km range, but is it worth $59k?
The new Kia EV4 brings more than 600km of range to Australia’s growing electric sedan market, but does it do enough for a $59,190 price tag?
Sam Parkinson

Aug 21, 2026

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EV News

Genesis unveils huge 490 kW GV90 electric flagship with 123.5 kWh battery and coach doors
Genesis has unveiled its biggest and most luxurious electric vehicle yet, with a 123.5 kWh battery, up to 490 kW of power and an estimated 500 km of driving range.
Sam Parkinson

Aug 20, 2026

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Videos

Video: Is the Jaecoo J5 the best electric SUV under $40k?
We get behind the wheel of the Jaecoo J5 to see how a $36,990 electric SUV drives.
Sam Parkinson

Aug 13, 2026

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