The electric-SUV debate that has many Australian families thinking twice about their next car: Tesla Model Y versus Hyundai IONIQ 5. Both are formidable entries in the EV market, but they arrive with contrasting philosophies, strengths and trade-offs. This piece cuts through the marketing noise to help Australian buyers – from families to weekend adventurers […]

For years, the idea of owning an electric vehicle in Australia felt aspirational rather than attainable. Slick marketing, futuristic showrooms and a few celebrity endorsements made EVs look desirable – but the price tags often put them out of reach for many buyers. Fast forward to 2025 and the market has shifted. Compact, well-equipped EVs […]

When we bought a BYD Atto 3 Extended Range 12 months ago, it was a deliberate experiment: could an affordable, Chinese-built electric vehicle really shoulder the day-to-day and the unexpected that comes with regional Australian life? No press-car polish, no concierge charging – just real driving from a property an hour out of a regional […]

Introduction If you’re weighing a move to electric, congratulations – you’re stepping into Australia’s fastest‑growing vehicle market. But while range and charging get the headlines, the real complexity for buyers in 2025 is incentive‑anxiety. Federal tax changes, state and territory rebates, and a patchwork of charging grants mean the savings you can access depend heavily […]