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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.

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.

4 min

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.

Kona Electric at Yennyenning lakes. Courtesy: Sam Blight

6 min

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.

6 min

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.

6 min

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?

4 min

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.

5 min

Tow easy: Hyundai Kona EV gets custom tow rating

Here's how we obtained a custom tow rating for our Hyundai Kona Electric.

4 min

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?

6 min

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?

4 min

Are electric utes a viable option for company fleets?

There is already a sweet spot in the market that makes electric utes a compelling choice for fleet owners.

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