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Electric Vehicles are here to stay, whether pure Electric, Hybrid or PHEV. The landscape is changing daily - new brands, new batteries, new technology - and at Drive-Electric we're here to help make sense of it all. Drive Change. Drive Electric.
"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
18 hours ago3 min read
BYD vs. Tesla in Australia: An Analysis of How the Sales Crown Was Won
It finally happened: BYD has outsold Tesla in Australia. We provide a sharp, connoisseur's analysis of exactly how the sales crown was won.
E.H. Reliance
4 days ago3 min read
Why is the Tesla Model Y Still Australia's Best-Selling EV?
New rivals are here, but the Tesla Model Y is still Australia's #1 selling EV. We explore the magic moments of ownership to find out why.
E.H. Reliance
5 days ago3 min read
"EV Fire Sale": The Human Cost of the Crashing EV Resale Value
The media is calling it an EV "fire sale." We explore the human cost of crashing resale values for the Aussie early adopters who led the charge.
Tim Bond
Nov 22 min read
NACS vs. CCS2 in Australia: A Verdict on Our Big, Clunky Mistake
Australia chose the wrong EV plug. An analyst's verdict on why the NACS standard is superior and why we're stuck with the clunky CCS2.
Tim Bond
Oct 73 min read
EV vs Hybrid in 2025: A Connoisseur's Verdict on the True Cost of Ownership
EV vs Hybrid: which is truly cheaper to own in Australia? We break down the real costs beyond the petrol pump—servicing, insurance, depreciation and more.
Tim Bond
Aug 203 min read
Should I Learn to Drive in an EV?
Should Aussie L-platers learn to drive in an EV? We explore how electric cars can make learning less stressful and build confidence for new drivers.
E.H. Reliance
Aug 163 min read
Are Chinese EVs Any Good? A Connoisseur's Guide to 2025's Market Shapers
Are Chinese EVs from brands like BYD and MG any good? We deliver a sharp, critical verdict on their build quality, design, and driving dynamics.
Tim Bond
Aug 73 min read
Will My Home Insurance Cover My EV Charger? The Question You Didn’t Know You Needed to Ask.
Does your home insurance cover your new EV charger? The answer is complicated. Here's what you need to ask your insurer before it's too late.
E.H. Reliance
Aug 62 min read
What’s It Really Like Owning an EV in an Apartment? My On-Street Charging Diary
What's it really like owning an EV in an apartment in Australia? We kept a diary for a week to find out. The truth about on-street charging.
E.H. Reliance
Aug 42 min read
Driving the Polestar 4: Why Removing the Rear Window Makes You See Everything More Clearly
The Polestar 4 has no rear window. We explore how this radical design choice creates a focused, futuristic, and surprisingly serene driving experience.
E.H. Reliance
Jul 242 min read
The Kia EV3 Is Your Uncomplicated Friend: The EV for People Who Are Tired of Trying Too Hard
The Kia EV3 is the EV for people tired of trying too hard. It’s a stylish, uncomplicated, and deeply practical friend for your daily drive.
E.H. Reliance
Jul 232 min read
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