Riz is the founder of carloop based in Melbourne, specialising in Australian EV data, insight reports and trends. He is a mechanical engineer who spent the first 7 years of his career building transport infrastructure before starting carloop. He has a passion for cars, particularly EVs and wants to help reduce transport emissions in Australia. He currently drives a red Tesla Model 3.

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Tesla sales rebound in Australia in February, led by Model Y

EV sales bounce up with early data revealing Tesla Model Y rebounded strongly from a slow January

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Polestar 2 gets upgrade with new battery, longer range and faster charging

New Polestar 2 sees multiple upgrades including a new battery that delivers more range and faster charging.

Polestar 4 in Magnesium with its unique rear end. Image: Tim Eden

8 min

I love the Polestar 4, but the rear view camera made my wife carsick

The Polestar 4 is one of a few EVs on the shortlist to potentially replace my 2019 Tesla Model 3, so I was also interested to see what the rest of the family thought of it.

Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor with Performance Pack in Storm. Source: Polestar

9 min

Polestar 4 test drive: A fast and luxurious electric SUV coupé, with no rear window

The Polestar 4 improves on the Polestar 2 in many ways, including interior space and storage options. Will it be a top seller? That may depend on what customers make of the rear view camera.

Polestar Artarmon flagship store in Sydney. Source: Polestar

4 min

Polestar says it is “good to go” on V2G as Australia paves way for batteries on wheels

Swedish electric vehicle maker says it is "good to go" on vehicle to grid technology in Australia for at least one of its models after the approval of new standards.

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Polestar 4 first impressions: The electric SUV coupé taking on Porsche rather than Model Y

The third key component of Polestar's three car EV strategy is roomy and luxurious, and is designed to go head to head with the electric offerings of Porsche.