FAQs

Our electric car expert Bryce Gaton answers questions about electric vehicles, EV charging, batteries, infrastructure and more.

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How does temperature affect the physics and range of EV batteries?

How does temperature affect the physics and range of EV batteries?

What is the relationship between ambient temperature and EV range? Something akin to dark magic!
My lovely Outlander PHEV is burned beyond repair. What are my options now?

My lovely Outlander PHEV is burned beyond repair. What are my options now?

The Outlander PHEV taught me fuel economy and slashed our emissions. Now, it’s gone up in smoke and our off-grid family is wondering what to choose next.
What hatchback EVs are out there, not fussed about range?

What hatchback EVs are out there, not fussed about range?

If you are after an all-electric hatchback and are not too worried about range, there are plenty of options already out there.
The pros and cons of buying “grey imports” such as 30kWh Leaf from Japan

The pros and cons of buying “grey imports” such as 30kWh Leaf from Japan

What are the pros and cons of buying a 30kWh Leaf as an import from Japan or any other of what are known as “grey imports”.
Is there an affordable EV suitable for Australian tradies?

Is there an affordable EV suitable for Australian tradies?

Leon asks: I own a small plumbing business and I’ve been looking towards getting an electric work vehicle – but there doesn’t seem to be much about for less than $80k? Any tips?
What is CCS charging?

What is CCS charging?

CCS (Combined Charging System) is one of several competing charging plug (and vehicle communication) standards for DC fast charging.
What is CHAdeMO charging?

What is CHAdeMO charging?

CHAdeMO is one of several competing charging plug (and vehicle communication) standards for DC fast charging.
Is a battery electric vehicle safe in a flood?

Is a battery electric vehicle safe in a flood?

In the event of a flood, is it any more dangerous for an electric vehicle to be floating down the main street than an ICE car?