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Bridie Schmidt is associate editor for The Driven, sister site of Renew Economy. She has been writing about electric vehicles since 2018, and has a keen interest in the role that zero-emissions transport has to play in sustainability. She has participated in podcasts such as Download This Show with Marc Fennell and Shirtloads of Science with Karl Kruszelnicki and is co-organiser of the Northern Rivers Electric Vehicle Forum. Bridie also owns a Tesla Model Y and has it available for hire on evee.com.au.

Tesla claims 80% of Australian market as electric vehicles near 18,000 mark

Model X camera and sidemarker. Source: Tesla

Tesla's dominant position in the Australian electric car market continues to grow, as it claims 80% of new EV sales to date in 2020 and Australian EV market climbs to around 17,600 vehicles.

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Hyundai reveals electric and autonomous goals with new Prophecy concept

Hyundai unveils Prophecy, a sleek electric coupé-like concept – with no steering wheel – that the car maker believes will become "a new standard for the EV segment".

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“Made-in-India” Hyundai Kona Electric sets world altitude record in Tibet

Hyundai Kona Electric sets world record for highest altitude reached by an electric vehicle at the Tibetan Sawula Pass.

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Hyundai to focus on autonomous and electric vehicles in $24 billion push

Hyundai commits $A24.5 billion into five year push to become top electric vehicle maker, with focus on future smart mobility technology including connected services and autonomous driving.

The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq . Credit: Bridie Schmidt

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Hyundai’s 2020 Ioniq Electric review: Good range, good price, and great fun

The new 2020 Ioniq Electric has enough range at the right price, and is also fun to drive.

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2019 Hyundai Ioniq PHEV review: relaxed and roomy, but lacks vigour

The Hyundai Ioniq PHEV fastback offers nimble responsiveness with extra space in the back for luggage, but has performance issues due to plug-in hybrid powertrain.

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Hyundai Kona becomes first EV to undergo crash tests in Australia, earns five stars

All-electric Kona compact SUV becomes first electric car to undergo crash testing in Australia, maintaining maximum five star safety rating.

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Hyundai reveals pricing and specifications for Ioniq 2020 electric range

Pricing and specifications for 2020 Hyundai Ioniq electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid fastback now released with a jump up on specs as well as a new price.

The refreshed Hyundai Ioniq. Source: Hyundai

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Sneak peak: Design review and pricing hints for 2020 Hyundai Ioniq electric

Hyundai gives sneak peak of the new edition electric Ioniq, which will have bigger battery and lift range by one third.

Bryce's Kona Electric charging at the Barnawartha (Victoria) fast-charger. Credit: Bryce Gaton.

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The Verdict: Will driving electric vehicles ruin your long weekend?

My final message is to the federal Liberal Party: “You’ve Scott to be kidding: EVs are perfect for the long weekend’.

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