Road Trips

Geely EX5: King of value-packed premium family electric SUV

Geely EX5: King of value-packed premium family electric SUV

Geely’s first EV in Australia hits the spot for value-packed electric SUV, with plenty of features and tech for families. But it could do with some software updates.
We ditched our stinky diesel ute, and hit the road with an EV and tourist trailer

We ditched our stinky diesel ute, and hit the road with an EV and tourist trailer

Our Hyundai Ioniq 5 took us 5,710 kms over 54 days, from the Adelaide Hills to Tasmania and back, towing a custom-built ‘tourist’ trailer. Most intriguing was how many other EVs were towing a variety of trailers and toys.
Kia EV3 GT Line review:  A well rounded small SUV with V2L

Kia EV3 GT Line review: A well rounded small SUV with V2L

We drive the top line variant of Kia’s latest EV around Melbourne to see how well-rounded this small electric SUV really is.
XPeng G6 review: Can a Tesla lookalike beat the EV benchmark?

XPeng G6 review: Can a Tesla lookalike beat the EV benchmark?

XPeng founder Henry Xia admits Tesla has been an inspiration, and the newly released G6 electric SUV has nearly identical dimensions to a Model Y. And the similarities don’t stop there.
Hyundai Inster review: Good things come in small electric packages

Hyundai Inster review: Good things come in small electric packages

The Inster is Hyundai’s smallest EV to date. My biggest disappointment is that Hyundai doesn’t think it will be a volume seller, because I’d love to see tons of these on the road instead of more giant utes and SUVs.
BYD Seagull first drive: A value-packed $A16,000 EV that Australia desperately needs

BYD Seagull first drive: A value-packed $A16,000 EV that Australia desperately needs

After test driving this electric hatchback in China, it is clear to me that the BYD Seagull is a low-priced small EV that Australia needs.
New Tesla Model Y review: World’s best selling EV is now even better, and it costs less

New Tesla Model Y review: World’s best selling EV is now even better, and it costs less

Tesla has begun deliveries of its new Model Y in Australia, and has clearly made last year’s best selling EVs a lot better. How will consumers respond?
Tesla new Model Y review: Stunning efficiency, lots of space, but still no V2L

Tesla new Model Y review: Stunning efficiency, lots of space, but still no V2L

Tesla have made their best selling vehicle even more compelling – superb ride and handling, a quiet and comfortable cabin, a goosebump level sound system, and unbelievable efficiency.