I love the Polestar 4, but the rear view camera made my wife carsick
The Polestar 4 is one of a few EVs on the shortlist to potentially replace my 2019 Tesla Model 3, so I was also interested to see what the rest of the family thought of it.
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Tim Eden
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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 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.
Crowds flock to Everything Electric to see new EV models: But will they buy them?
Huge crowds of people attended Everything Electric to see new EVs of all shapes and sizes, as well as upcoming V2G technology. Tesla was a big attraction, although the Musk response was split.
Tesla introduces Supercharger congestion fees in Australia
Tesla owners in Australia told that congestion fees will replace idle fees at certain busy Supercharger sites, meaning EV owners will be charged extra for going beyond 80 pct charge at certain times.
All the EV brands and models on show at Everything Electric Sydney this weekend
The world's no. 1 home energy and electric vehicle show returns to Sydney this weekend, it promises to be the biggest and most exciting Everything Electric yet.
Ford Ranger plug-in ute unveiled: More expensive and less range than a BYD Shark
Ford unveils its first plug-in hybrid ute in Australia, an electrified version of its best-selling Ranger. It comes in at higher price and with lower electric range than the BYD Shark 6, but with more towing power.
Australia’s best new and used electric vehicle buys under $40,000
There are seven brand new EV models offered for sale under $40,000 in Australia, and some interesting second hand and dealer demo offerings, and even some electric vans.
Australia’s best electric vehicle buys under $30,000
Australia's second-hand electric vehicle market is expanding with more choice and affordable models, we examine the best buys available under $30,000.
Towing and camping with an EV was easy, the weather was not
Towing a small and light trailer with an electric vehicle had a relatively small impact on efficiency. Shame about the weather though, and the low ground clearance.
Australian electric vehicle sales by month in 2024 – by model and by brand
A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month and by model in Australia in 2024. Data includes full yearly results.
40 new EV models and lower prices: Can Australia cross the electric chasm in 2025?
2025 could be the year when EV uptake in Australia crosses the chasm from early adopters to the early majority, and really starts to take off. Here's why.