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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.

Hyundai starts delivery of Czech-made Kona Electric in Europe

Hyundai commences delivery of Czech-made Kona Electric with 64kWh battery.

2 min

“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.

2 min

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.

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

3 min

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’.

6 min

Are (non-Tesla) EVs capable of the Great Australian Road Trip?

In an effort to test the ‘endurance-run’ category, I recently set out on a Melbourne to Sydney road trip in my new Kona electric.

13 min

Road Trips

From Shellharbour to Cairns in a Kona Electric

Proud new owners take their Kona electric car on a 5,000km road tour, testing out the Australian charging infrastructure and the ability to tow a trusty kayak.