New Tesla Model 3 Long Range unlocks ICE-like travel times
Over 600 km of real world range at highway speeds unlocks the capability of EV road trips that do not take any longer than travelling in an ICE car.
Road Trips
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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.
Fun and easy: Our lap around Australia with a family of four in a small electric Dolphin
Our electric lap around Australia in our BYD Dolphin turned out to be fun and easy, even if we did have to jettison the roof pod. The NT turned out to be the biggest charging challenge.
All electric camping with the BYD Dolphin’s vehicle-to-load
We filled the Dolphin EV with all our camping gear and set off for a short holiday. We were happy to say goodbye to gas, less happy with the adaptive cruise.
The EV that feels like wearing a Marlboro-branded nicotine patch, with a lousy digital experience
In an electric world, car owners need to get good at digital, or don't bother. Whatever you do, don't release anything that you aren't going to take care of every single day of its existence.
Hyundai’s fun little Inster EV: We don’t always need the biggest and the longest range
The Hyundai Inster is small, shapely and fun to drive. It underlines why we don't always need the biggest or the longest range. If only the price was lower.
Smart #3 Premium review: Merc comfort, styling and great charging tech
Smart's #3 Premium driven: An EV with sleek lines, lots of Merc cues, great tech, plenty of power and unique charging tech.
IM5 Performance review: MG’s compelling electric rocket that self parks better than a Tesla
MG's new IM5 Performance offers a good blend of premium features and delivers some impressive driving dynamics.
Škoda’s new Enyaq electric SUV: A welcome sequel, and at a lower price
Škoda’s new Enyaq lands in Australia with sharper looks, more range, and a starting price nearly $20k lower than before. Is it enough to get Australian families on board?
Segway Ninebot E3 Pro scooter review: It will take you for a ride, for not much money
The Segway Ninebot E3 Pro is an impressive piece of engineering. Yes, there are a few compromises compared to more expensive models, but you get a lot for your money.
New Ariya First Drive: Nissan’s best EV so far, with Japanese futurism packed in
Our first drive of Nissan Ariya, the brand's most important EV so far, highlighted how well-rounded this long-awaited electric SUV really is.