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Ludicrous Feed: Gridserve to enter Australia EV charging via local retailer Flow Power

Tom discusses Gridserve's plan to partner with Australian energy retailer Flow Power to create the "Flow Power Highway," a national network of ultra-fast EV chargers in Australia.

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Ludicrous Feed: Why are plug-in hybrids popular?

Chinese EV makers are smashing records. BYD leads the charge with over 500,000 vehicles sold in October, but here's the twist: Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) are skyrocketing in popularity.

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Ludicrous Feed: 2025 Chery Omoda E5 comparison between BX & EX variants and BYD Atto 3

We ask the question whether it's worth $3000 to upgrade from the entry level BX trim to the top EX variant in the 2025 Chery Omoda E5.

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How much does it cost to run an EV versus a petrol car?

Some people would have you believe that running an EV is both worse for the environment and costs more. They are wrong on both counts.

Bunnings to sell Tesla Powerwall 3 Home Battery and EV Chargers

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Ludicrous Feed: November EV news wrap

Tom from Ludicrous Feed wraps up the latest EV news from November.

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

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.

Cumulative AEC read out was 16.0 kWh/100 km. Image: Tim Eden

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Reader question: Where can I get reliable data on EV range and efficiency?

How do we get reliable data on EV range and efficiency? Sadly, the answer is complicated.

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I bought a Kia EV9 to replace my Toyota Kluger, and I’m loving it

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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Ludicrous Feed: Battery electric vehicle fires in Australia

How many plug in electric vehicles have actually caught fire in Australia so far and what were their circumstances? Tom goes through the latest data.

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Geely EX5 first drive: A light, efficient, spacious EV using latest LFP battery tech

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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