Used EVs will soon become much easier to get. This is how to choose a reliable one
1 year ago

Used EVs will soon become much easier to get. This is how to choose a reliable one

ABC  

After a slow start, the uptake of electric vehicles in Australia has been surging over the last year as supply constraints ease and motorists look to make the switch from petrol cars. "I really couldn't afford a new EV then, and at that time because of COVID it was hard to buy anything new whatsoever, so that drove me down a limited set of options and importing a second-hand vehicle was the best one in the end," he said. EVs still only make up a very tiny proportion of the second-hand car market, but Pickles Auctions general manager of motor vehicles Brendon Green said this would soon change. "At the moment it's less than a couple hundred used electric vehicles we're selling right now, that's likely to turn into one to 2,000 over the next couple of years," he said. Mr Green said the "significant" growth in second-hand EVs expected in 2024 and 2025 would come largely from governments and fleet management companies — among the early adopters of EVs — once their leases reach the end of their life.

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Best used electric cars 2024: Top 10 second-hand EVs to buy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Best used electric cars 2024: Top 10 second-hand EVs to buy

The Independent  

Now is the perfect time to buy a secondhand EV – and with sales of used electric cars growing faster than new EV sales right now, it’s easy to see why. Tesla Model 3: From £12,000, Tesla.com Best: For tech and charging open image in gallery Tesla Model 3 Independent rating: 8/10 Pros: Quick, great tech, strong range, Supercharger network …

Australia is likely to become a more attractive market for EV car makers. But are we ready?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia is likely to become a more attractive market for EV car makers. But are we ready?

ABC  

With new efficiency standards to become law from 2025, Australia is poised to become a more attractive market for electric car makers. But Dr Lim said it's a balancing act "You have to invest in charging stations, or rather, deploy charging stations where you will be able to see traffic and utilisation," he said. "Electric vehicles are very interesting because …

The used electric vehicle market could tempt EV-curious drivers
10 months ago

The used electric vehicle market could tempt EV-curious drivers

BBC  

The used electric vehicle market could tempt EV-curious drivers Alamy As prices come down and education about the reality of used EVs spreads, experts are optimistic more drivers will go electric For the first time, consumers will have a vast pool of used EVs available for purchase. As Hertz sheds its stock, experts also expect more used electric vehicles will …

Australia releases ‘preferred option’ on pollution rules to promote greener vehicles
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia releases ‘preferred option’ on pollution rules to promote greener vehicles

The Hindu  

Australia released a "preferred model" for new standards on vehicle emissions on February 4, as the country moves closer to finalising rules to boost uptake of electric cars, in line with standards in most other developed economies. In releasing its "preferred model", the Government said it favoured an option that would "bring Australia in line with U.S. standards by 2028 …

'EVs are £700 a year cheaper to keep on the road than petrol cars', green think tank says
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'EVs are £700 a year cheaper to keep on the road than petrol cars', green think tank says

Daily Mail  

Owning an electric vehicle instead of a petrol car could save drivers around £10,000 over a decade and a half, according to a green think tank. Switching to electric could save owners up to £700 a year compared to driving a petrol car, a green think tank has estimated: Pictured, an electric Hyundai Ioniq5 While the upfront cost of new …

Australia struggles to ditch SUV habit even as EV sales hit a record
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia struggles to ditch SUV habit even as EV sales hit a record

The Hindu  

Electric vehicle sales in Australia hit an all-time high in 2023, according to the country’s automotive association, however, light vehicle sales remained dominated by emissions-intensive trucks and sports utility vehicles. Battery-electric vehicles were 7.2% of all vehicles sold last year, more than double the 3.1% recorded in 2022, according to data from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries on Thursday. …

Electric vehicle uptake is rising. Will 'range anxiety' stop adoption across Australia's far north?
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Electric vehicle uptake is rising. Will 'range anxiety' stop adoption across Australia's far north?

ABC  

Ray Middleton appreciates the irony of embracing a battery-powered lifestyle after spending more than 30 years working in the fossil fuel industry. Loading Instagram content "We have a lot of all-wheel drive EVs, so cars with two motors that drive all four wheels, but you wouldn't really call them off-road vehicles," he said. "When it's mainstream, I would think we're …

I drove an electric car from Sydney to Melbourne. This is what I learned about using EVs in a country as large and unforgiving as Australia - and what you need to know before buying one
1 year, 1 month ago

I drove an electric car from Sydney to Melbourne. This is what I learned about using EVs in a country as large and unforgiving as Australia - and what you need to know before buying one

Daily Mail  

Electric vehicles have been dubbed the future of everyday travel for Australians. I took this Hyundai Ioniq 5 all-electric vehicle on a road trip from Sydney to Melbourne I had to stop to charge the car three times between Sydney and Melbourne, and spent $210 on electricity throughout the trip The outward journey of Belinda's road trip from Sydney to …

Electric vehicle sales across the country surge with over 45,000 sold in first half of 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

Electric vehicle sales across the country surge with over 45,000 sold in first half of 2023

ABC  

Electric vehicle sales have surged in Australia this year with more sold in the first half of 2023 than in all of 2022. Key points: Electric cars have made up 8.4 per cent of all new car sales for 2023 The report states 50 per cent of cars sold need to be electric in 2030, to ensure Australia meets its …

Looking to buy a used EV? Here's why they're so expensive — and when they'll be more affordable
1 year, 4 months ago

Looking to buy a used EV? Here's why they're so expensive — and when they'll be more affordable

ABC  

Early last year, as demand for electric vehicles shot up and supply to Australia remained tight, second-hand Teslas were selling for head-turning prices. Key points: Used EV prices have fallen about 15 per cent from a 2022 peak They're tipped to fall sharply in about two years as leased fleet EVs come up for resale After 2030, the rise of …

Cottage industry emerges for mechanics as classic car owners convert petrol vehicles to electric
1 year, 7 months ago

Cottage industry emerges for mechanics as classic car owners convert petrol vehicles to electric

ABC  

The relentless move towards electric vehicles in Australia has created an uncertain future for the nation's 20 million petrol and diesel-powered vehicles, but some motoring enthusiasts have electrified their classic cars. Key points: A cottage industry for mechanics has developed around converting petrol and diesel-powered cars to electric vehicles EV conversions have grown in popularity with motoring enthusiasts Industry insiders …

Electric vehicles 14 per cent of global new car sales, but less than 4 per cent in Australia: IEA
1 year, 7 months ago

Electric vehicles 14 per cent of global new car sales, but less than 4 per cent in Australia: IEA

ABC  

Global electric vehicle sales increased more than 50 per cent from 2021 to 2022, making up a total of 14 per cent of all new cars sold in the world. Key points: The US, China and Europe accounted for 95 per cent of EV sales in 2022 Chinese car maker BYD overtook Tesla on sales Sales are growing in Australia, …

EV experts say Australia will rapidly adopt electric vehicles — as long as the government gets its CO2 standard right
1 year, 8 months ago

EV experts say Australia will rapidly adopt electric vehicles — as long as the government gets its CO2 standard right

ABC  

Electric vehicle advocates say Australians are ready to buy EVs and they expect to see a rapid uptake — as long as the government can land an "ambitious" mandatory CO2 limit on car makers. Key points: Industry expects a rapid uptake of EVs if supply issues can be solved Advocates say only stringent CO2 standards will incentivise car makers Industry …

Will the new electric vehicle strategy put more EVs on the road, and how much will they cost?
1 year, 8 months ago

Will the new electric vehicle strategy put more EVs on the road, and how much will they cost?

ABC  

Australia is way behind most nations on electric vehicles. Put simply, a fuel efficiency standard will require car makers to sell more fuel efficient vehicles and lower or zero emission cars like EVs. Environment group Solar Citizens last month estimated that if Australia could introduce a fuel efficiency standard in line with Europe's it would "turbocharge" the growth of EVs …

Electric vehicles are still too expensive for some budgets, but are they worth it in the long run?
2 years, 2 months ago

Electric vehicles are still too expensive for some budgets, but are they worth it in the long run?

ABC  

When Robyn Everist saw the petrol prices skyrocketing she knew it was time to put a long-laid plan to purchase an electrical vehicle into action. "We drive to town every day for work and there was no way I was going to pay petrol money if I could just as easily get an electric car that's more efficient." "If we …

Tesla Model 3s sell used for $91,000 to eager Australian buyers
2 years, 4 months ago

Tesla Model 3s sell used for $91,000 to eager Australian buyers

Hindustan Times  

In a distant land the electric car industry has almost forgotten, one of the year’s unlikely best investments is turning out to be a new Tesla. Months-old Tesla Model 3s with only a few hundred miles on the clock are selling for around A$130,000 or higher in Australia, more than one-third above the price of a new one. “We have …

How high do petrol prices need to go to make electric cars more affordable?
2 years, 10 months ago

How high do petrol prices need to go to make electric cars more affordable?

ABC  

Record fuel prices would need to double again before electric vehicles were more affordable than conventional alternatives, according to an industry body. Key points: Average petrol prices in Australia hit record nominal highs this month as oil markets soar An industry body says petrol prices will need to double again to make EVs affordable by comparison EVs made up barely …

Electric cars are more expensive now, but it is possible to recoup the cost of an EV
2 years, 11 months ago

Electric cars are more expensive now, but it is possible to recoup the cost of an EV

ABC  

Battery-powered electric cars are big news. What Norway can teach Australia about switching to EVs Photo shows Five electric vehicles parked on a snowy fjord waterfront Norway is leading the world in EV adoption, while Australia seems stuck in first gear. In Norway, government policies have made EVs already roughly the same cost as ICE vehicles, and as a result, …

Sales of electric vehicles expected to surge in the NT in 2022 as prices, subsidies tipped to drive uptake
2 years, 11 months ago

Sales of electric vehicles expected to surge in the NT in 2022 as prices, subsidies tipped to drive uptake

ABC  

Top End motoring enthusiasts come together once a month to talk cars and bikes, with coffee and donuts in hand. Key points: There are only 61 electric vehicles registered in the NT Subsidies, lower prices and 4WD models could see sales increase Businesses have begun installing infrastructure to facilitate use of EVs On this clear Sunday — in the car …

Electric vehicles and the daily reality of owning one
3 years ago

Electric vehicles and the daily reality of owning one

ABC  

Right now, there are about 2,300 fully electric vehicles on West Australian roads, and Kat Zulak has one of them. Key points: Kat Zulak bought her electric vehicle to replace her old petrol-fuelled car Dr Zulak said one of her main considerations was the environmental impact and emission reduction A lack of choice and the cost are the biggest hurdles …

Australia's EV sales are lagging. What can we learn from world leader Norway?
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia's EV sales are lagging. What can we learn from world leader Norway?

ABC  

A combination of cheaper electric vehicles and generous financial incentives has seen an unprecedented number of Norwegians switching from diesel-powered cars to battery ones over the past decade. As it happens, Australia is at a similar point to where Norway was at in 2011, with EVs making up about 1.6 per cent of new car sales. An "aggressive push" to …

Waiting for cheap petrol a thing of the past for Australian drivers switching to electric cars
3 years, 2 months ago

Waiting for cheap petrol a thing of the past for Australian drivers switching to electric cars

ABC  

It's been a strange month for Vivian Sawatzki — she had to visit a petrol station. Key points: Electric cars made up less than 1 per cent of new car sales in Australia last year Price and range anxiety are the biggest concerns for drivers But EV drivers says once people make the switch there is no desire to go …

Victorian government plans to dramatically boost the sale of electric cars by 2030
3 years, 7 months ago

Victorian government plans to dramatically boost the sale of electric cars by 2030

ABC  

The state government wants half of all new cars sold in Victoria by 2030 to be zero-emission vehicles, and is offering subsidies of up to $3,000 to help kickstart ownership. Key points: There will be 20,000 subsidies for new electric car purchases under $69,000 New charging stations will be built and the government will expand its fleet of electric vehicles …

Australians want to buy electric cars, but car makers say government policy blocks supply
3 years, 8 months ago

Australians want to buy electric cars, but car makers say government policy blocks supply

ABC  

Surveys show Australians want to buy electric vehicles, but they continue to languish at less than 1 per cent of new car sales. Key points: Australia's rate of EV car sales is rapidly falling behind that of other developed countries Consumer interest is high, but there are problems with the supply of affordable models Manufacturers say they're not shipping EVs …

Driver taxes will put Australia even further behind in electric vehicle market, research finds
4 years ago

Driver taxes will put Australia even further behind in electric vehicle market, research finds

ABC  

Electric vehicle taxes, slated by the Victorian and South Australian state governments for 2021, will dramatically limit the uptake of electric vehicles in Australia, according to a new report from the University of Queensland. Only by offering significant incentives can Australia hope to get to a 100 per cent electric vehicle market in line with a net-zero emissions target by …

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