Reviews

Solterra review: Is Subaru’s first electric car Outback ready?

Solterra review: Is Subaru’s first electric car Outback ready?

As a long time Subaru driver I was fascinated to see how its first electric car, the Solterra, shaped up – and how it compares with its Toyota sister EV.
BYD Dolphin test drive: Hitting the mark for punters making first switch to EVs

BYD Dolphin test drive: Hitting the mark for punters making first switch to EVs

The BYD Dolphin is shaping up as one of Australia’s cheapest and, for the price, best specified battery electric vehicles to date. Time to test it out.
“It’s awkward:” First year of EV ownership has delivered huge savings, but must we wave?

“It’s awkward:” First year of EV ownership has delivered huge savings, but must we wave?

Our EV consumed as much electricity as our house in our first full year of ownership. But do we have to wave back to other EV drivers?
Europe’s love of vans is like Australia’s obsession with utes: And they are going electric

Europe’s love of vans is like Australia’s obsession with utes: And they are going electric

Ford is bringing its second electric van, the E Transit Custom, to Australian shores later in 2024. Will it be enough to convince businesses to make the switch?
Toyota’s bZ4X is a solid car, but can world’s biggest car company make a good EV?

Toyota’s bZ4X is a solid car, but can world’s biggest car company make a good EV?

The Toyota bZ4X falls short of other EV offerings in its price range. The company needs to do a lot better with its next electric models.
New Model 3 Performance test drive: Better ride and value, from insane to chill

New Model 3 Performance test drive: Better ride and value, from insane to chill

Whether you want to use it in insane of chill mode, the newly refreshed Model 3 Performance offers better value for money, and with a lower price tag.
All new Kona electric test drive: Cheaper, better, more range and V2L

All new Kona electric test drive: Cheaper, better, more range and V2L

The electric Kona is now on a dedicated EV platform, which means it is roomier, slightly cheaper, has more range and vehicle to load functions.
GWM Ora review: Is Australia’s most affordable EV worth the money?

GWM Ora review: Is Australia’s most affordable EV worth the money?

Despite price cuts from rival car makers, the GWM Ora remains Australia’s most affordable EV. Can it stand up to the competition?