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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.

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Bryce Gaton

Bryce Gaton is an expert on electric vehicles and contributor for The Driven and Renew Economy. He has been working in the EV sector since 2008 and is currently working as EV electrical safety trainer/supervisor for the University of Melbourne. He also provides support for the EV Transition to business, government and the public through his EV Transition consultancy EVchoice.

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We’re getting an EV. Which cables should we buy for road trips?

  • 20 September 2022
  • Bryce Gaton
A reader asks: We are buying an Atto 3 and would love to know what cables to buy for interstate trips?
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Which electric vehicles are the most expensive to service?

  • 26 August 2022
  • Bridie Schmidt
Electric vehicles are generally cheaper to service than combustion engine cars, but how much does it cost to service an EV - or does it need to be serviced at all?
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  • 6 min
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Australia is failing on all three vehicle pollution controls

  • 26 August 2022
  • Bryce Gaton
What are vehicle greenhouse emission standards and why are they important?
The HS plug-in hybrid (UK version shown). Source: MG
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The EV learning curve is steep, and we need to climb it quickly

  • 16 August 2022
  • Doug Smyth
An EV driver’s thoughts on the work to be done in educating the public about EVs. Plus some explainers.
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How much does charging an EV really cost, and do they save on emissions?

  • 15 August 2022
  • Bridie Schmidt
Electric cars can save on both running costs and carbon emissions. Here's how.
eVito range. Source: MBA
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I’m looking for an electric van. What’s out there?

  • 26 July 2022
  • Bryce Gaton
A reader asks: In autumn 2023 I’m considering changing to an “electric van lifestyle” – a “green nomad”, if you will. What's out there?
This artist's concept of NASA's X-57 Maxwell aircraft shows the plane's specially designed wing and 14 electric motors. NASA Aeronautics researchers will use the Maxwell to demonstrate that electric propulsion can make planes quieter, more efficient and more environmentally friendly.
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Electric planes will be limited to short range flights in near future. Here’s why

  • 19 July 2022
  • Jayant Mukhopadhaya
Despite big improvements in technology, batteries remain inadequate to the task of electrifying most of passenger aviation.
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NRMA kicks off free test drives for aspiring electric car owners

  • 19 July 2022
  • Bridie Schmidt
Motorist group NRMA kicks off first of series of EV drive days this Saturday, and interest is so high that test drives are already fully booked.
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How to save thousands when installing an EV charger at home

  • 15 July 2022
  • Bridie Schmidt
There are a number of key things to consider when installing an EV charger at home. And making the right choice can potentially save you thousands
The Ford F-150 Lightning. Source: Ford
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Are electric utes a viable option for company fleets?

  • 13 July 2022
  • Bridie Schmidt
There is already a sweet spot in the market that makes electric utes a compelling choice for fleet owners.

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