Brent Toderian, in his keynote presentation at the 2023 AEVA National Conference, urged us to re-imagine our cities and suburbs as communities where most journeys are made by active travel or public transport, instead of as communities where cars are regarded as the only viable way to get around. A transition to fewer cars must deal with the fact that in many existing cities travel by car is far more convenient for several journey types, such as doing a weekly grocery shop for a family, or transporting children to a variety of events. The choking of our cities with cars is a particular issue for peak hour commuting. Accordingly, it becomes critical that we maximise the opportunities to car-share for commute journeys. Dynamic car-pooling services, supported by mobile applications and online platforms, would seem to offer a promising way forward …
With the rollout of the SA Government/RAA charging network almost complete, AEVA SA Committee Member Ray Ellison reports on his recent road trips in regional South Australia.
This road trip report by Dave Southgate provides an interesting comparison of public charging infrastructure in the UK and Australia. Dave comments: "the UK seems to be a great place for touring in an EV".
table, td, div, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6 p { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; } img { display: inline-block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; } table, td, div, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6 p { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; } img { display: inline-block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; } World EV Day Drive to Central NSW 2024 marks the 5th year of World EV Day and to celebrate this special event a convoy of TOCA and AEVA members are driving to Orange on Saturday, 7th September 2024. This isn’t a race but a leisurely cruise, so bring the whole family along! Why are we doing this? We want to celebrate the world of EVs and the entire e-mobility industry by bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and the community to share the advancements that are driving the world towards smart, clean, …
AEVA member Warwick Cathro and his wife took their MG4 on a 2600 km journey from Canberra to Moreton Bay and return. This trip report provides an overview of the journey, and covers their charging experience, both at overnight stops and at highway chargers.
AEVA member Ben Elliston planned a trip from Canberra to Batemans Bay and back in a very short-range 2012 Nissan LEAF. His experience shows that even cheaper, short-range EVs can be taken on longer trips if you have little bit of a sense of adventure!
table, td, div, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6 p { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; } img { display: inline-block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; } table, td, div, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6 p { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; } img { display: inline-block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; } Hello [firstname], Lots for you to get involved with in this edition: 1. Candidates forum2. WEVDC 3. September presentation 4. AGM5. Director nominations 1. Candidates forum: https://events.humanitix.com/candidates-forum-for-the-2024-act-election The 2024 ACT Legislative Assembly election will be held on Saturday 19 October. In the lead-up to the election, come along to this special AEVA public forum with election candidates about EV policy in the ACT. What is needed to decarbonise transport in the ACT? Is everyone on board with this idea? What do we need to do to continue the strong growth of EVs in Canberra …
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table, td, div, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6 p { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; } img { display: inline-block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; } table, td, div, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6 p { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; } img { display: inline-block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; } .. ..-. --- .-. --. --- - - --- ..-. .. .-.. .-.. - .... .. ... .. -. Hello [firstname], I am Leslie Smith, Director of the Queensland Branch of the Australian Electric Vehicle Association.I have included information on the committee positions that will be vacated at the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 21/8/2024 @ 7:30pm.I encourage anyone with time to please consider nominating for a position on the committee. Please don't be discouraged by lack of experience, help is always available from old committee members.Please don't hesitate to email the Secretary secretary@qld.aeva.asn.au …
Some describe PHEVs as “the best of both worlds” because they can run on electricity for short local trips and on fuel for highway trips. Others describe PHEVs as “the worst of both worlds” – a polluting engine with its higher maintenance costs, and a battery that is too small to save much fuel on long trips. Are PHEVs failing to deliver for their owners?