Let’s address the elephant in the room—or more accurately, the elephant in the driveway. If you’ve been scrolling through Australian automotive news lately, you’ve likely seen the headlines: “Used EV Prices Tank,” or “Electric Cars Shedding Value Faster Than Petrol.” It’s enough to make any first-time buyer pause. After all, a car is the second-largest […]
You are 200 kilometres from home on a Sunday afternoon. The road is quiet, the music is good, and the battery is sitting at a comfortable 60%. Then, you hear it. Thud-thud-thud. The tyre pressure warning light flashes on the dashboard. You pull over to the shoulder, pop the boot (or the “frunk”), lift the […]
The Australian electric vehicle landscape has long been a one-horse race, dominated by the ubiquitous Tesla Model Y. But 2025 has ushered in a new challenger that isn’t just here to participate—it’s here to take over. The 2025 Xpeng G6 has landed, bringing with it an 800-volt architecture, a tech-laden interior, and a price tag […]
The great Australian road trip is evolving. Gone are the days when camping meant noisy diesel generators and hunting for ice to keep the Esky cold. The new era of camping is silent, powered, and surprisingly luxurious—thanks to the capabilities of modern electric vehicles. Whether you’re waking up to a beach sunrise in a Tesla […]
In 2025, the Australian electric vehicle landscape has matured from a niche hobby into a mainstream motoring revolution. With the Tesla Model Y continuing to top sales charts and the Model 3 “Highland” update cementing its status as the default electric sedan, thousands of Aussies are saying goodbye to petrol bowsers every month. But as […]
For Australian drivers, the “Electric Car Discount” has been the single greatest catalyst for EV adoption in our nation’s automotive history. The federal government’s Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption has effectively turned the luxury of a new Tesla Model 3 or BYD Seal into a surprisingly affordable reality for thousands of salary earners. On paper, […]
After years of patient waiting, the Volkswagen electric wave has finally crashed onto Australian shores, bringing with it the much-anticipated ID.4 and its coupé-styled sibling, the ID.5. Both mid-size electric SUVs arrive with the crucial 2025 mid-cycle updates, meaning more power, better range, and a vastly improved interior tech experience. But here’s the burning question […]
The fear of running out of charge—”range anxiety”—is often cited as the biggest hurdle for Australians considering the leap to an Electric Vehicle (EV).1 In a country defined by vast distances, this worry is understandable.2 However, for a rapidly increasing number of Australian EV owners, it’s becoming clear that range anxiety is a phantom. It’s […]
For most Australians, the cost-saving potential of these apps, particularly through membership discounts, can significantly reduce the total cost of EV ownership. Here is a detailed breakdown of the specific pricing models and key discount schemes available on ChargeFox and Evie Networks for Australian drivers, particularly those linked to motoring clubs. The public charging cost […]
The New Commuter Reality: Why Your Workplace Needs an EV Plug The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is accelerating in Australia.1 With every new model release and every litre of petrol saved, more employees are choosing to drive electric. Yet, a crucial piece of the infrastructure puzzle is often missing: workplace charging.2 If you’re one of […]
