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Portable EV Chargers Australia 2026: Backup Cable or Genuine Daily Solution?
Every EV comes with a granny cable, but there's a whole tier of upgraded portable chargers that rarely gets talked about honestly. Faster than the granny cable, cheaper than a wall charger installation, and genuinely useful in specific situations. We compare the three amperage tiers available in Australia (10A, 15A and 32A), who each one suits, what they cost, and when you should just get a fixed wall charger instead. Renters, road trippers and modest commuters, this one's fo
Tim Bond
Oct 76 min read
EV Charging Explained: Plugs, Levels and Amps Decoded for Australian Drivers
Type 2, CCS2, Level 3, kWh, EV charging has its own language and nobody hands you a dictionary. Here's the plain-English version: what every plug type means, the difference between Level 1, 2 and 3 charging, why AC and DC matter, and the two numbers (amps and kWh) that actually affect your day-to-day life. If you've just bought an EV or you're about to, start here.
Tim Bond
Oct 26 min read
The Drive-Electric October EV newsletter is live.
With your free subscription to Drive-electric you'll access our Driver's Toolkit and our monthly newsletters. Think a dead EV battery will cost you the price of a small car? It won't, and the real number will surprise you. We break down what a replacement actually costs, what your warranty really covers, and why most owners never get there at all. Plus, summer's coming, and the heat isn't the range killer you think it is. We bust that myth too. Download now for both stories,
Tim Bond
Oct 12 min read
Apartment EV Charging in Australia: What's Actually Changed in 2026
The four months since our May apartment charging guide have been the most active period for strata EV legislation in Australian history. NSW's Right to Charge bill has passed the lower house. The federal government has committed $1.5M to install 2,000 charge points in apartments nationally. Victoria's rules are firmer, and Queensland has updated its body corporate framework. Here's what's changed, state by state, and what it means for your next move.
Tim Bond
Sep 306 min read
Road Trip Series, Part 3: Driving an EV from Sydney to Brisbane
Part three of our EV road trip series takes on Sydney to Brisbane via the Pacific Highway, the longest and most scenic of the three routes. We map real charging stops for Tesla and non-Tesla drivers, recommend Port Macquarie as your overnight stay, and flag the hillier terrain around Coffs Harbour that affects range more than the flat southern routes. Real distances, real drive times, current network coverage as of publication.
Tim Bond
Sep 244 min read
Road Trip Series, Part 2: Driving an EV from Melbourne to Sydney
Part two of our EV road trip series covers Melbourne to Sydney via the Hume Highway, Australia's busiest and best-charged interstate route. We map the real stops for Tesla and non-Tesla drivers, recommend Albury-Wodonga as your overnight break, and cover Australia's largest Supercharger site at Goulburn. Real distances, real drive times, and current network coverage as of publication.
Tim Bond
Sep 234 min read
Road Trip Series, Part 1: Driving an EV from Melbourne to Adelaide
Part one of our EV road trip series tackles Melbourne to Adelaide, one of the easiest interstate drives in the country to do electric. We map the real charging stops for both Tesla and non-Tesla drivers, recommend Horsham as your overnight stop, and break down the full two day route with distances, charging networks and drive times you can actually rely on.
Tim Bond
Sep 224 min read
Can I Charge an EV in an Apartment in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne?
2.2 million Australians live in apartments - and most of them have been told, directly or indirectly, that EV ownership isn't for them. In 2026 that's changing fast. NSW has a new Right to Charge law. Victoria has mandated EV-ready infrastructure in new builds. And Brisbane is catching up. Here's the full city-by-city breakdown of your rights, your options, and what to do if your strata committee says no.
Tim Bond
May 147 min read
Best Home EV Charger Australia 2026: The Definitive Guide
A standard power point gives you 10km of range per hour. A proper wall charger gives you 40km. The difference between a frustrating EV ownership experience and a seamless one often comes down to this single decision - so we've compared every major home charger available in Australia in 2026 to help you get it right.
Tim Bond
May 125 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an EV at Home in Australia?
At petrol hovering around a $2.50 litre, filling a petrol tank costs $100 or more. Charging an EV at home overnight costs between $7 and $17 for a full battery. Here's the complete 2026 breakdown - tariff by tariff, state by state - including what happens when you add rooftop solar to the equation.
Tim Bond
May 55 min read
EV Reliability: The Honest Truth About Owning an Electric Car Long-Term.
The honest verdict on EV Reliability in 2026. Why fewer moving parts means fewer problems, and what the warranty fine print actually says.
Tim Bond
Apr 65 min read
EV Charging Infrastructure. Is Range Anxiety Still a Valid Excuse?
Range anxiety is the #1 reason Australians aren't switching. We look at EV Charging Infrastructure 2026. The reality might surprise you.
Tim Bond
Mar 304 min read
The Ultimate EV Camping Australia Guide: Powering Your Campsite in 2026
Everything you need to know about EV Camping Australia. From powering your coffee machine via V2L to booking the right caravan park site in 2026.
Tim Bond
Feb 253 min read
An EV Buyer in Melbourne? We Answer Your Top 3 Questions
Thinking of becoming an EV buyer in Melbourne? Our guide cuts through the noise on rebates, the "EV tax," and apartment charging challenges.
Tim Bond
Dec 14, 20253 min read
An EV Buyer in Brisbane? We Answer Your Top 3 Questions
Thinking of becoming an EV buyer in Brisbane? Our guide cuts through the noise on rebates, charging, and whether an EV can handle a coast run.
Tim Bond
Dec 11, 20253 min read
An EV Buyer in Sydney? We Answer Your Top 3 Questions
Thinking of becoming an EV buyer in Sydney? Our guide cuts through the noise on rebates, apartment charging, and the new ICEing fines.
Tim Bond
Dec 9, 20253 min read
Australia's Best Public Chargers: A Driver's Verdict for Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne
What are the best public EV charging hubs in Australia? We've combined ha
Tim Bond
Nov 26, 20253 min read
The Great EV range lie: Why Real World Range Doesn't Match Advertised
Are car makers lying about EV range? We deliver a sharp verdict on why the advertised numbers are a fantasy and how the system is misleading you
Tim Bond
Nov 14, 20253 min read
"Why are EVs so Expensive in Australia?" Let's Breakdown the "Australia Tax"
A breakdown of why EVs cost so much more in Australia, investigating the Luxury Car Tax, import tariffs, and market factors.
Tim Bond
Nov 13, 20253 min read
"Broken EV Chargers": An Investigation into Why Our Network is Failing
Why are so many public EV chargers in Australia broken? We investigate the hardware, the networks, and the systemic failures behind the frustration.
Tim Bond
Nov 9, 20253 min read
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