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Bridie Schmidt is lead reporter for The Driven, sister site of Renew Economy. She specialises in writing about new technology, as well as using her technical skills in managing our websites.

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Newcastle readies for electric vehicle revolution with chargers, solar car park

Posted on August 15, 2019
byBridie Schmidt

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The City of Newcastle is getting ready for the transition to electric mobility, with a solar car park and electric vehicle charging stations completed at a recreational sports hub. One…

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EV News

Norway approaches 250,000 EVs while drivers queue to use fast chargers

Posted on July 30, 2019
byBridie Schmidt

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As EV registrations in Norway approach 250,000, drivers increasingly face waits to recharge at public DC fast chargers.

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Readers' Questions

Does the rate or type of electric vehicle charging affect battery life?

Posted on July 16, 2019July 16, 2019
byBryce Gaton

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Is there any truth to the theory that keeping EV charge between 20-80% optimises battery life? And is it safe to charge a car while its sitting out in the pouring rain?

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EV News

Australia electric vehicle fast-charger numbers doubled in past 12 months

Posted on July 3, 2019July 4, 2019
byBridie Schmidt

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Australia is not lagging behind in one crucial area of electric vehicle uptake – fast-charging infrastructure.

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EV News

AGL flags new EV charging deal, in email teaser to retail customers

Posted on June 18, 2019June 19, 2019
bySophie Vorrath

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AGL pitches new deal to its electric vehicle-driving customers, offering annual bonus credits of up to $300 – or a $25 credit to their monthly bill – and no limits on charging times.