Charging & V2G

Can you go the distance? A weekend road trip to the snowfields in an electric car

Can you go the distance? A weekend road trip to the snowfields in an electric car

For an EV, a winter weekend trip to the snow is a worst-case scenario for range. So what does this mean for a Volvo XC 40 Recharge?
China’s CATL launches “superfast” battery that can add 400km in less time to sip a latte

China’s CATL launches “superfast” battery that can add 400km in less time to sip a latte

China battery giant CATL launches new LFB battery capable of adding 400kms of range in 10 minutes.
New rules introduced to boost reliability of public EV fast chargers

New rules introduced to boost reliability of public EV fast chargers

One government has released draft legislation designed to improve the consumer experience at public charge points. What can Australia learn from it?
NRMA opens its most powerful EV charging station yet as national network rolls out

NRMA opens its most powerful EV charging station yet as national network rolls out

NRMA opens its fastest EV charging site yet, using a new brand, as it rolls out more of its national network program.
What is an EV smart charger – and can I buy one now?

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

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.
A mirage in the outback? The DC fast-charger owned by the local electric vet

A mirage in the outback? The DC fast-charger owned by the local electric vet

With zero government funding, a local vet in a remote town has installed DC fast chargers, a 22kW AC outlet, and even a digital tyre pump. What drives him?
Australian utility makes cheap EV charging offer, for those who plug in after midnight

Australian utility makes cheap EV charging offer, for those who plug in after midnight

Energy utility revamps EV electricity supply plan with new offer it hopes will encourage more of its electric vehicle driving customers to plug in and charge overnight.