Factcheck: 21 misleading myths about electric vehicles
EVs are being subjected to relentless hostile reporting across mainstream media in many major economies, including the UK and Australia.
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Our electric car expert Bryce Gaton answers questions about electric vehicles, EV charging, batteries, infrastructure and more.
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EV charging: How fast is “fast enough”?
My general response to the question about EV charging speed is that charging for daily driving takes me 20 seconds: Here's why.
The real-world range of your electric vehicle, and how to manage it
Real world driving range for electric vehicles can be significantly affected by cold temperatures, driving conditions and speed.
Are there any high ground clearance passenger vehicle EVs yet?
Can EVs go off road? Good ground clearance is an important factor. We take a look at which EV models provide the best clearance.
Can I use my EV as a battery on wheels to power my off-grid home?
I want to give fossil fuels the finger, emphatically, permanently and with indescribable satisfaction, with an off-grid home and an electric vehicle to act as a battery on wheels.
How much electric vehicle driving range is really enough?
EVs with long range cost more. Do you really need to pay for a driving range you may never use?
Accessibility for EV charging: When will it be addressed in Australia?
Public EV charging installations so far have been a rather ad-hoc affair in Australia. More planning is required to make the transition smooth and inclusive.
Tow easy: Hyundai Kona EV gets custom tow rating
Here's how we obtained a custom tow rating for our Hyundai Kona Electric.
Which electric vehicles are the most expensive to service?
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?
I’m looking for an electric van. What’s out there?
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?