Sam is Chief Operating Officer for Renew Economy and EV Media. Sam has been working with Renew Economy and One Step Off The Grid since 2014 and with The Driven since its inception in 2017. Sam is also the host of The Driven Podcast.

Leapmotor B10: A practical electric SUV at a practical price

Leapmotor’s second EV arrives in Australia with strong range, generous equipment and a price that significantly undercuts much of the electric SUV market. On paper, at least, it looks like a compelling package.

4 min

EV News

Five new electric vehicle brands to debut in Australia by end of 2024

With so many new EV models only around the corner, here are 5 to land by the end of the year from brands new to the local EV market and worth keeping an eye on.

2 min

EV News

New electric SUV from Chinese brand Leapmotor spotted testing in Australia

First Australian sightings of Leapmotor C10 electric SUV captured in Melbourne, hinting at expected launch in 2024.

3 min

EV News

Geely, XPeng, Jaecoo, Skywell: Some of the little known EV brands charging to Australia

Electric vehicle manufacturers from China are queuing up to launch models in Australia in the next 18 months, fuelled by rising interest and changes to regulations.

6 min

EV News

The new wave of Chinese electric cars: Here is what to expect in 2024

Check out the new wave of Chinese electric vehicles that are very close to landing on our shores.

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4 min

EV News

China versus Tesla: Why Australia is enjoying an electric vehicle price war

Australia is enjoying an EV price war as Chinese brands lead the charge against Tesla, which could be pushed into producing a lower-spec vehicle that competes at the lower end.