Articles List - Australian Electric Vehicle Association: Articles for AEVA in Australia

Tasmanian fast charging network expands for the summer

Summer is a great time to tour Tasmania by road - and it is popular for locals and interstate visitors alike. Doing it in an EV is even better - and fortunately, the fast charging network has just had a significant boost.

Released: Tuesday, 07th January 2025 12:00 PM
Author: Charles Gregory
Tag(s): TAS Tasmania national

NT EV Podcast #4

In this episode of the NT EV Podcast, Ricky and Joe take a deep dive into the EV buzz happening across the Northern Territory. We’re talking about the big ideas and local efforts that are driving change—from pushing for new Tesla superchargers in remote areas like Pine Creek and Mataranka to the incredible work being done by EV champions like Hunter Murray in Alice Springs. We also explore exciting innovations in battery tech, including solid-state batteries and vehicle-to-grid technology, which could be game-changers for EV owners in the Territory. Plus, we chat about the challenges of building charging networks in remote areas and how communities are coming together to make it happen. Whether you’re an EV owner, a tech enthusiast, or just curious about what the future holds for electric vehicles in the NT, this episode is packed with insights …

Released: Tuesday, 31st December 2024 07:51 PM
Tag(s): @nt

Happy New Years from AEVA NT

Hello [firstname], One last things for the end of the year. We have made it, 1000 registered passenger vehicles in the NT, please view link below for more information. https://dli.nt.gov.au/strategies/electric-vehicle If there any interested in the Website Working Bee - details attached below. Each Sunday evening we meet up on a Skype call to work on the AEVA website, and anyone is welcome!You might be a branch secretary, or someone interested in posting events, or just someone who'd like to help.It is all very casual, turn up if you can, for as long as you want. What we do each week will depend on who is there!If you have a particular thing you'd like to do, turn up and see if there is anyone who might like to help you. Otherwise, see if you can lend a hand …

Released: Sunday, 29th December 2024 05:00 PM

Low-interest EV loans offered for workers earning less than $100k | ABC News

Workers earning less than $100,000 a year will be able to purchase electric vehicles using low-interest loans that the federal government says will save them thousands of dollars in interest. Essential workers like police officers, teachers, fire fighters and nurses will also be able to access the loans regardless of income. The loans will be on offer through Commownealth Bank for new and used electric vehicles worth up to $55,000. The government says the loans will be offered at interest rates up to 5 percentage points lower than the standard rate, which could save more than $8,000 in interest for a $40,000 loan repaid over seven years. AEVA NT Vice Chair Hunter Murray did a piece to camera. YouTube story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V29yMRFCKlo

Released: Saturday, 21st December 2024 04:31 PM
Tag(s): @nt

NT EV Podcast #3

In this episode of the NT EV Podcast, Ricky and Joe dive into the electric buzz happening across the Northern Territory. We caught up with Kevin Heslop to chat about the Tesla Christmas Light Show in Darwin, where 12 Tesla owners lit up Frances Bay in a spectacular synchronised display.We also spoke with Mark Barnes from Territory Proud about supporting local businesses embracing the EV future. Plus, we explore game-changing EV tech from Sweden, the potential for EV charging upgrades along the Stuart Highway, and how remote NT towns could benefit from solar-powered chargers.It’s all about community, innovation, and the EV spirit in the Top End. Plug in and join the ride! Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or Youtube

Released: Saturday, 14th December 2024 07:42 PM
Tag(s): NT

NT EV Podcast Bonus bit Joe chats with Peter Campbell, a Committee Member from AEVA ACT

Our colleagues in the newly-formed Northern Territory AEVA branch have been making an EV podcast. The most recent is an interview with ACT branch member, Peter Campbell.

Released: Tuesday, 10th December 2024 09:15 PM
Website: https://open.spotify.com/episode/625d9hlYf3K008lXbp8TzQ?si=D-eqpjeMQzyMkub-e7juQA&fbclid=IwY2xjawHE8NxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHR7iLeX5yOLG6rFNulwQjo-AP2r-_doPUXDjdVL0Dk2msR6ba0FgF_a6uA_aem_e1xd1rkFIohCYHhFI0cGQQ&nd=1&dlsi=c696e2e07ce949bc
Tag(s): ACT NT NATIONAL

Canberra to Hobart and return

Many Australians are currently opting to buy new hybrid cars, presumably because they lack confidence in Australia’s highway charging infrastructure. These people should do more research, and a good place to start would be the road trip reports on the AEVA website. We have now done three highway trips in our MG4 during 2024, with a total of more than 6000 km travelled. We have found the charging infrastructure in southeastern Australia to be completely adequate for our needs, while acknowledging that our journeys were not made at peak holiday times.