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THE HYUNDAI KONA EV - SPARE TYRE DILEMMA

To save boot space in a Kona EV there have been a few solutions proposed to fit a 'temporary use' spare tyre to your Kona EV or other models, as many EVs do not come with a spare tyre. Please read the full article below that includes photos of what you will need to complete the process.

Released: Sunday, 05th September 2021 04:28 PM
Author: John Harders
Tag(s): national

Rivian Tunnel Camper Kitchen

Rivian R1T Truck Equipped With A Kitchen The perfect adventure truck even comes with its own built-in kitchen! Electric of course!

Released: Saturday, 03rd July 2021 06:11 PM
Author: John Clark
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- Category: national
Tag(s): national

TOCEVA Racing at the Shannons Targa Rallysprint Series

Electric racecars are here; try to keep up.

Released: Tuesday, 12th January 2021 11:30 AM
Tag(s): National WA AEVA TOCA Racing

Kona Electric – does it trail behind in the EV stakes?

Darren Briggs recounts his experience with the Kona's potential for towing

Released: Thursday, 03rd December 2020 07:22 AM
Author: Darren Briggs
Tag(s): National Tas

Driving to Kalgoorlie - A First Time EV Driver's Account

Sometimes a bit of planning and a little practice can make for an easy road trip, especially in a part of the world known for its paucity of EV charging points. Kathryn Forrest shares her first-time experience of road tripping in an EV from Perth to Kalgoorlie (and back).

Released: Sunday, 01st November 2020 02:05 PM
Author: Kathryn Forrest
- Category: national
Tag(s): National WA plugshare road trip

Who Can Service Electric Vehicles?

You're thinking of buying a new electric vehicle, and the dealer is saying that you have to take it to them for servicing. But they are 200 km from where you live - what a pain! Will you void your warranty if you take it to your regular mechanic?

Released: Wednesday, 07th October 2020 09:56 AM
Author: Christopher Walkden
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Tag(s): National Tas

Mini Cooper SE Mini Review

Queensland member Jeff Shaw gives his first day review of the little beast

Released: Saturday, 26th September 2020 03:36 PM
Author: Jeff Shaw
Website: https://forums.aeva.asn.au/viewtopic.php?f=69&t=6670&p=81251&hilit=mini#p81251
Tag(s): Mini Review National

AEVA at Sustainable House Day 2020

Renew's Sustainable House Day 2020 will be mostly online. AEVA has again teamed up to help out this national event.

Released: Wednesday, 16th September 2020 10:39 AM
Website: https://sustainablehouseday.com/
- Category: national
Tag(s): National

Thermal management in EV batteries

Electric vehicles have come a long way, but the laws of physics haven't budged. Any electrical device will generate heat, and if not kept in check, that heat can do damage. This article covers some of the reasons why an EV battery should be kept cool, and details how some manufacturers are approaching the problem.

Released: Thursday, 03rd September 2020 10:36 AM
Author: Chris Jones
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Tag(s): national battery li-ion thermal management

Fuel excise or a road user charge - Why not both?

The NSW government Department of Treasury are hosting a discussion on state-federal relations, and the way revenue is collected for transport infrastructure is in their sights. A proposal to charge EVs (and not ICEVs) a road user charge is being recommended, but the AEVA notes this is grossly unfair, and that a fairer way is possible.

Released: Friday, 31st July 2020 11:00 AM
Author: Chris Jones
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Tag(s): national RUC fuel excise EV

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