Road Trips

Kia e-Niro Review: An electric compact SUV that can fit into our lifestyle

Kia e-Niro Review: An electric compact SUV that can fit into our lifestyle

How does a Kia e-Niro fit into the Australian lifestyle? The answer from our expert panel of judges – a scientist, a soccer mum and a carpenter – is perfectly.
Why driving an electric car is my new normal

Why driving an electric car is my new normal

Driving an electric vehicle has become part of my normal life. So what does that actually mean?
Tesla owner calculates $100,000 petrol savings in 3 years as fuel prices soar

Tesla owner calculates $100,000 petrol savings in 3 years as fuel prices soar

Tesla limousine driver says he has saved an estimated $100,000 on fuel costs in just three years.
A 2021 EV adventure: Around Australia in 67 days in a Tesla Model 3

A 2021 EV adventure: Around Australia in 67 days in a Tesla Model 3

We travelled 18,700 kms in 67 days, and charged 152 times – for a total fuel cost of $310.
Our Model 3 has done 66,000kms in 2 years, and we’ve paid zero for “fuel”. But not for long

Our Model 3 has done 66,000kms in 2 years, and we’ve paid zero for “fuel”. But not for long

Our Tesla Model 3 has just turned 2. It’s clocked up 66,000kms and hasn’t paid a cent in fuel costs. But that may be about to end.
I liked the electric Harley Livewire so much I bought one

I liked the electric Harley Livewire so much I bought one

If Harley’s strategy was to create a machine that could attract a new kind of buyer, it is working perfectly. Here’s why.
Breaking out of lockdown blues: A 3,000km road trip in our Tesla Model 3

Breaking out of lockdown blues: A 3,000km road trip in our Tesla Model 3

The tyranny of distance is overcome by the kindness of strangers, and a happy mix of fast-charging stations, destination chargers and motel trickle feeds.
Arid Recovery turns to quiet, converted EV to monitor wildlife in Australian outback

Arid Recovery turns to quiet, converted EV to monitor wildlife in Australian outback

Conservation group is using an old Suzuki, with engine and fuel tank replaced with an electric motor and Nissan LEAF batteries, to monitor wildlife.