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Tim Eden

Tim has 20 years experience in the IT industry including 14 years as a network engineer and site reliability engineer at Google Australia. He is an EV and renewable energy enthusiast who is most passionate about helping people understand and adopt these technologies.

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Towing and camping with an EV was easy, the weather was not

  • 6 February 2025
  • 26 comments
  • Tim Eden
Trailer hooked up to Tesla Model 3. Image: Tim Eden
Towing a small and light trailer with an electric vehicle had a relatively small impact on efficiency. Shame about the weather though, and the low ground clearance.
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Xpeng G6 first impressions, and why I chose it over Tesla Model Y and BYD Sealion

  • 22 January 2025
  • 53 comments
  • Desmond Soares
I have been disappointed by the attitude of Toyota basically forcing their loyal customers to hybrids to protect their service income. This is why I chose the Xpeng G6.
Zero electric motorbike
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Zero DRS/X review and road trip: Australia’s only dual sport all electric motorcycle

  • 19 December 2024
  • 14 comments
  • Nigel Morris
If you are looking for a dual sport all electric motorcycle in Australia, nothing beats the Zero DSR/X, because it’s the only one! But it is fast, capable, and has good range.
Jeep Avenger Summit with Sun exterior paint. Image: Tim Eden
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Jeep Avenger review: Light and efficient, but this electric SUV lacks space and features

  • 14 December 2024
  • 18 comments
  • Tim Eden
Jeep pitches a spirit of adventure for its Avenger electric SUV, but the front-wheel drive, no spare tyre, limited range and no V2L mean it may not be the best choice for off-road adventures.
Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor with Performance Pack in Storm. Source: Polestar
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Polestar 4 test drive: A fast and luxurious electric SUV coupé, with no rear window

  • 21 November 2024
  • 29 comments
  • Tim Eden
The Polestar 4 improves on the Polestar 2 in many ways, including interior space and storage options. Will it be a top seller? That may depend on what customers make of the rear view camera.
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I bought a Kia EV9 to replace my Toyota Kluger, and I’m loving it

  • 21 November 2024
  • 28 comments
  • Cal Forsayth
I needed a car that does a lot of mileage, can fit a family of five, and can tow. The Kia EV9 is a joy to drive, and it can back up my all electric home.
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Geely EX5 first drive: A light, efficient, spacious EV using latest LFP battery tech

  • 20 November 2024
  • 8 comments
  • Riz Akhtar
Australian-bound Geely EX5 electric SUV driven on track, featuring latest battery tech with a light-weight feature packed model arriving locally in 2025.
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Fully Charged: The small cheap electric car you actually want!

  • 30 October 2024
  • 38 comments
  • Fully Charged
Roland heads to France for a first drive in the new, much anticipated Renault 5, to find out if it drives as good as it looks. Is this the most desirable small EV to date?
Kia EV5 Earth in Tide Blue. Source: Kia Australia
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Kia EV5 test drive: A quality, smaller electric SUV for half the price of its people mover

  • 23 October 2024
  • 32 comments
  • Tim Eden
Kia's new EV5 is not as sporty as the EV6, nor as big as the EV9, but it provides a compelling lower cost option for customers looking for a quality mid-sized electric SUV.
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BYD’s first ute, the Shark 6, offers Seal-like Comfort with Ranger-like utility

  • 15 October 2024
  • 32 comments
  • Riz Akhtar
BYD's first ute - a plug in hybrid with up to 100 kms of electric range, has received 10,000 expressions of interests. It's got vehicle to load, a rugged exterior, and some real power.

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