Readers’ Questions
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We are encouraging questions from readers about electric vehicles, and charging, and whatever else you want to learn. So please send them through and we will get our experts to respond, and invite other people to contribute through the comments section.
If you have a question, please email us at news [at] thedriven.io
Is it a good idea to buy a second hand EV rather than a new one, with a view to upgrading the battery in the future?
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Is EV fast charging more expensive than running a petrol car?
What happens to cost savings when an electric vehicle driver has no option but to use DC fast charging?
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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?
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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.
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We’re getting an EV. Which cables should we buy for road trips?
A reader asks: We are buying an Atto 3 and would love to know what cables to buy for interstate trips?
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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?
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Reader question: What’s a good low cost EV for driving around town in regional Australia?
I am retired and living in western NSW wanting to go electric for general driving around town. What are my best options?
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When will I be able to buy an electric 4WD in Australia?
Electric utes and 4WDs are coming, but how soon they will make it to our shores is the million-dollar question.
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Electric cars could one day power your house: Here’s how to make it happen
Electric cars could help to power millions of households in the coming years, simply by harnessing their battery power.
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How much does it cost to replace the batteries in electric vehicles?
What are the costs of replacing a battery for an EV? Not as much as you think, and they may not need replacing at all.
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