CCS2 explained: the plug, the speeds and what actually matters
I plugged in at a charger off the Hume Highway near Yass a fortnight ago, watched the display promise 150kW, and got 62kW for the first ten minutes because the battery was cold and the car’s software wasn’t in a hurry to argue with physics. That gap between the number on the sign and the […]
Ampol’s AmpCharge gamble: EV chargers on the servo forecourt
Pulled into an Ampol on the Hume Highway just south of Yass a few weeks back, mid road trip, and there they were: two AmpCharge bays, one occupied by a Tesla Model Y, the other empty, sitting next to eight bowsers doing a much brisker trade. That’s the whole story of Ampol’s electrification bet in […]
Electric Cars VS. Gas Cars: What’s Best for You?
The debate between Electric Cars vs Gas Cars has become one of the most important discussions in the automobile world. Electric vehicles (EVs), driven by technological advances and an increasing focus on sustainability, are at the forefront in terms of innovation. Gas cars are still popular due to their high driving ranges, fast refuelling, and well-established fueling […]
The Benefits of Electric Vehicles for Australia
Electric vehicles are rapidly changing the Australian automotive scene. EVs, once considered a niche option or futuristic choice, are now an integral part of Australia’s transition to more sustainable transportation. The combination of increased environmental awareness, technological advancements and government support is driving this growing shift. Australia, which is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon emissions and […]