“Won’t tow your boat:” The complete guide to electric vehicle myths
From the absurd - 'EVs will ruin your weekend' - to the ridiculous - 'EVs won't tow your boat' - the anti-electric vehicle brigade is out and about rattling their chains.
EV Explainers
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Want to know more about electric vehicles? Get your questions answered here by The Driven.
We explain what electric vehicles are available, how to charge electric vehicles, how far you can drive them, how to make buying them easier, and debunk electric vehicle myths.
What is an EV smart charger – and can I buy one now?
What is a truly "smart" electric vehicle charger and can I buy one yet in Australia? The answers are... complicated.
EV charging at home: What you need to know, and why it won’t break the grid
Will the power point on the wall be enough? When is the best time to charge? Will my EV break the grid? A new home charging guide has all the answers.
EV explainer: Is your home ready for electric vehicles?
Do EV owners need electrical upgrade work at home before installing a charging solution?
EV Explainer: The costs of installing electric vehicle charging points at home
Here is a very rough guide to the costs of EV charging installations at home - for portable and hard wired infrastructure.
Reader Question: How much is my second-hand Renault Zoe electric car worth?
The Renault Zoe was once the best selling EV in Europe but was never properly marketed in Australia. How much is a second hand one worth?
Killing off range anxiety: The EV charging times, they are a-changin’
Once you move your thinking to refuelling choices based on a time-based, destination charging mentality, range anxiety is no longer a factor.
When should I choose a dedicated home EV charger over a power point?
How do you choose between just using a power point for EV charging or installing a dedicated wall charger …. and why?Â
How to use your Tesla Model Y charging equipment: The owner manual is unhelpful
Charging connectors can be confusing for new EV owners. We take a look at what fits with what.
Fuel efficiency standards explained: How they work and what they do
Despite a lot of recent talk Australia still doesn't have a vehicle emission standard. It's costing us our health and making EVs more expensive. So what exactly is a vehicle emissions standard and why is it important?