Australia’s first 50 kW DC fast charger retires after more than a decade of use
Australia's first 50 kW public fast charger has been retired, with the Merri-bek charger swapping from Tritium to Sinexcel technology.
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The Driven Podcast: How much will you pay for EV fast-charging?
A trial of EV charging tariffs, including a low priced "solar soak" produced some interesting results, and an insight into ICE-ing habits. Miles Menegon from Chargefox explains.
Appy travels: At last, Evie Autocharge simplifies the EV charging experience
My Evie charging experience has elevated from gritted teeth to top of the class.
Flexible EV charging prices prove to be good for solar soak, and it stopped ICEing
A new study on flexible tariffs for EV chargers shows that time of use pricing can be good for the grid, and reduces ICE-ing because they are used more.
BYD Seal road trip: Cruisy and comfortable, but stalled at the charging stops
The BYD Seal is a great choice if you are looking for a fully electric sedan. But do check out your Tesla charging compatibility first.
I was living in a Tesla charging bubble
For years I enjoyed the comfort of the Tesla EV charging bubble. Driving a BYD from Sydney to Melbourne and back highlighted that more work is needed on public infrastructure.
Chinese electric truck claims charging record of 500 kWh in drive from Melbourne to Sydney
Chinese electric truck maker Windrose claims an Australian charging record of more than 500 kWh in a single session during a trip from Melbourne to Sydney.
Public hospital installs six EV fast chargers adjacent to emergency department
Six charging bays with 150kW EV charger units have been installed adjacent the hospital's emergency department entrance, for use by staff, patients and visitors.
First electric road trip: We traded in our fossil car and drove the new EV 1,000kms home
It was an adventure of unknowns. The only EV we'd ever driven was a Tesla Y rental. We’d never sighted another Renault Megane E-Tech in the wild, much less driven one.
Hiring an electric vehicle and dealing with the 6 stages of charging anxietyÂ
If you are going to Tasmania, you should consider going electric. Just pay attention to the locking procedures and prepare yourself for the six stages of charging anxiety on your return.