Bryce Gaton is an expert on electric vehicles and contributor for The Driven and Renew Economy. He has been working in the EV sector since 2008 and is currently working as EV electrical safety trainer/supervisor for the University of Melbourne. He also provides support for the EV Transition to business, government and the public through his EV Transition consultancy EVchoice.

Charging up on the advantages of electric cars

Knowing what charging methods and choices are available is an important step on the path to driving electric – and the key to taking advantage of the change.

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The majority of electric cars in Australia are charged with renewable power

Poll finds 75% of electric cars in Australia are charged almost exclusively with renewable power – and most of that from household rooftop solar systems.

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Google Maps adds plug type choice to electric car charger search

Google Maps upgrades search function for electric vehicle (EV) chargers adding ability to search by plug type.

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Macquarie Uni develops new device that turns electric vehicles into charging stations

New device developed by researchers at Macquarie University enables EVs to charge up other electric vehicles, and boost the local grid.

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Queensland unveils plan to tap solar and boost daytime EV charging

New plan from Queensland government utility Ergon aims to encourage electric vehicle charging during the day to soak up cheap and plentiful solar generation.