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Tim has 20 years experience in the IT industry including 14 years as a network engineer and site reliability engineer at Google Australia. He is an EV and renewable energy enthusiast who is most passionate about helping people understand and adopt these technologies.
Tim Eden

Tim has 20 years experience in the IT industry including 14 years as a network engineer and site reliability engineer at Google Australia. He is an EV and renewable energy enthusiast who is most passionate about helping people understand and adopt these technologies.

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Australian electric vehicle sales by month in 2025 – by model and by brand

  • 6 January 2026
  • 147 comments
  • Tim Eden
Fully Charged Live 2023. Image: Tim Eden
A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month in Australia in 2025. Latest data includes results for December from FCAI and EVC.
View from the Tesla Model 3 dash, including an indicator stalk. Source: Tim Eden
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  • 9 min
  • Road Trips
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New Tesla Model 3 Long Range unlocks ICE-like travel times

  • 20 December 2025
  • 23 comments
  • Tim Eden
Over 600 km of real world range at highway speeds unlocks the capability of EV road trips that do not take any longer than travelling in an ICE car.
Model Y Performance charging at Tesla Supercharger. Source: Tim Eden
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  • 10 min
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New Tesla Model Y Performance review: Better balance and more with upgrades galore

  • 17 December 2025
  • 8 comments
  • Tim Eden
There is now a much bigger jump from the Long Range to the Performance than the old model, which more than justifies the larger price gap.
BYD Charging Bathurst Ludicrous Feed February 2023
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  • 4 min
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EV sales are growing in Australia, thanks to BYD, Kia and Chinese newcomers

  • 5 December 2025
  • 14 comments
  • Tim Eden
EV sales in Australia are up 10 per cent in 2025 over last year, as the gain in BYD, Kia and new Chinese brands more than offsets the slump in Tesla deliveries.
Deepal S07 in Sunset Orange. Source: Tim Eden
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  • 8 min
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Deepal S07 review: Good looks can be deceiving

  • 4 December 2025
  • 3 comments
  • Tim Eden
The Deepal S07 looks great in person and a starting price below $50,000 makes it look like good value on paper. But has Deepal managed to fix its teething issues?
Kia EV3 Earth in Ivory Silver charging at Evie Wodonga. Source: Tim Eden
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EV3 Earth review: Long range and a big boot in Kia’s most compact EV

  • 28 November 2025
  • 17 comments
  • Tim Eden
Despite some minor quirks, the Kia EV3 is a compelling overall package, offering category leading range and a practical, easy to use interior.
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Video: Zeekr X review – Features, and unexpected challenges

  • 4 November 2025
  • 2 comments
  • Tim Eden
With standout features, solid battery specs, and a few unexpected challenges, this review covers everything you need to know about the Zeekr X and how it stacks up against its rivals.
Hyundai Ioniq 9 in Ionosphere Green. Source: Hyundai
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  • 8 min
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Ioniq 9 review: Is Hyundai’s biggest and most expensive EV its best?

  • 24 October 2025
  • 3 comments
  • Tim Eden
Hyundai’s flagship Ioniq 9 arrived in Australia a few months ago, sitting atop their range of EVs as the biggest and the most expensive. Is it the best? It is certainly the roomiest.
model y tesla red
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How long can Tesla fend off BYD as Australia’s most popular EV brand?

  • 23 October 2025
  • 14 comments
  • Tim Eden
Tesla has long been Australia’s most popular EV brand, but with steadily growing choice and fierce competition from BYD, Tesla’s tight grip on the top spot appears to be weakening. (With graphs).
MG IM5 in Nevis Blue. Source: MG Motor
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IM5 Performance review: MG’s compelling electric rocket that self parks better than a Tesla

  • 1 October 2025
  • 13 comments
  • Tim Eden
MG's new IM5 Performance offers a good blend of premium features and delivers some impressive driving dynamics.

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