The narrative surrounding electric vehicles (EVs) often hits a speed bump when the conversation turns to end-of-life waste. “What happens to the batteries?” is the skeptic’s favourite question. In a landmark move that firmly answers this challenge, BMW Group Australia has officially launched a national high-voltage battery recycling program, promising to recover more than 90 […]

For decades, the electric vehicle has been defined by the battery. Its range, its charging time, and crucially, its lifespan. A car is designed to last for years, perhaps a decade or more, but its most expensive component—the battery pack—has historically been the subject of a much shorter, more concerning expiry date. Now, one of […]

For years, public debate about electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia has been steered by conversations about battery range, charging infrastructure and carbon credentials. Those matters remain critical, but they often obscure a more compelling story: EVs deliver a fundamentally better driving experience. When we move beyond incremental efficiency metrics, three practical technologies underpin that superior […]