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The downsides to road tripping with a certain Tesla charging adaptor

The downsides to road tripping with a certain Tesla charging adaptor

If you use the correct equipment your electric vehicle journey will be smooth. If you try and save a few dollars, you’ll soon regret it.
Tesla shows off its new Quicksilver Model Y paint

Tesla shows off its new Quicksilver Model Y paint

Tesla has showcased one of its newest colours at an auto show in Zurich, Switzerland. It came in the form of a Berlin-built Tesla Model Y in Quicksilver paint.
Daihatsu strikes deal with world’s biggest battery maker in win for city EVs

Daihatsu strikes deal with world’s biggest battery maker in win for city EVs

Daihatsu, the Japanese small hatchback manufacturer has announced a collaborative partnership with CATL, the world’s largest battery maker.
Reader question: We live off grid and are getting a Polestar 2. How should we manage charging?

Reader question: We live off grid and are getting a Polestar 2. How should we manage charging?

I live off-grid in the Wimmera and make frequent trips to Melbourne – approximately 300km. How can I tell how the Polestar2 will perform in real life?
Rivian says it is on track to hit 25,000 EV production target for 2022

Rivian says it is on track to hit 25,000 EV production target for 2022

Rivian says it is on track to deliver 25,000 electric utes and SUVs in 2022, but will still suffer “negative gross profit” as it ramps up production.
Electric ute under $40,000 launched by owner of Volvo, Polestar and Lotus brands

Electric ute under $40,000 launched by owner of Volvo, Polestar and Lotus brands

An electric ute starting at less than $40,000 has been launched by Geely, the owner of the Polestar, Volvo and Lotus brands.
Australian company strikes record deal to roll out kerbside charging points

Australian company strikes record deal to roll out kerbside charging points

EVX announces plans to install 1,000 kerbside charging points across Australia in collaboration with UK EV charging company Connected Kerb.
“A new era has begun:” Volvo reveals stunning new EX90 electric SUV

“A new era has begun:” Volvo reveals stunning new EX90 electric SUV

Volvo reveals stunning new EX90 electric SUV, a potential 7-seater with quick acceleration and strong safety features.