It’s a Subaru which makes it a great car. The ground clearance is 212mm which makes it an option for fleet managers needing an EV for regional conditions (Prado is 219mm). But the published range doesn’t match my experience during the test drive. Before we get to the range, what’s it like to drive? It’s […]
Author: Marc Sibbald
How much is a used electric truck worth?
Pickles auctioned an SEA Electric truck this week. I think it’s the first used electric truck to hit the used market in Australia so I was watching the bidding over the four day auction with great interest. The 2022 SEA Electric 300-85EV had only travelled 3,320 kilometres and was previously operated by a plastic bag […]
Which EV should be in your pool car fleet?
Pool cars have been the best testing ground for electric cars in fleets with the previous Hyundai Kona EV being the preferred option because of supply, and the similarity to the petrol model. There are now more EV models in the market so which ones should Fleet Managers consider for a pool car? After speaking […]
PHEVs sales increase in 2024
PHEVs are one of the most technologies misunderstood by Fleet Managers while retail new car buyers are happily choosing this powertrain option. With the FBT Exemption scheduled to end on 31st March 2025, it appears that PHEVs have found some supporters according to the latest VFACTS results. Deliveries of PHEV surged in the first quarter […]
Crossbench to decide the fate of PHEV
Since the introduction of the Electric Car Discount Bill in 2022, sales of electric vehicles have soared with novated lease buyers taking full advantage of the FBT Exemption. However, many Fleet Managers are concerned about the delivery dates of their PHEVs because the benefits provided by the legislation won’t apply to vehicles delivered after 31st […]
EV v ICE – novated leasing levels the playing field
Novated leasing has always been a great way to own a new car without needing to save a large amount of cash to make the purchase. Now electric vehicles, thanks to the Electric Car Discount Bill which gives EVs and PHEVs an exemption from FBT, make more sense in a salary packaging arrangement despite the high purchase […]
Plug-in hybrids (PHEV) – How do they work?
A Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV) looks complicated because it has an external charging port similar to an electric car. However, it’s more like a traditional vehicle which can be filled with petrol and driven like a petrol powered car. They do come with a battery that is recharged by the petrol engine while driving, or […]
Should I use a public charging network or charge at home?
It can take several months to develop a charging routine when your new EV arrives. The easiest way to charge is with an EV charger installed at home so you can charge it whenever you’re parked in the driveway. But what if you don’t have access to a driveway? Then you’ll need to rely on […]
Electric ute launched by EV Automotive
You’ll find the team at EV Automotive at most electric vehicle shows in 2024 as they continue to promote the range of electric vans and buses that are slowly making their way into local fleets. At Everything Electric they two different vehicles on display. An electric utility for less than $40,000; and a brand new […]
Hybrids – a stepping stone on the way to an electric car
Hybrids have been around since the nineties however it’s only recently that new car buyers realised the benefits of lower fuel consumption and reduced CO2 emissions. If you’re not ready for an electric car, a hybrid is the next best thing while pump prices continue to remain high. A hybrid uses both petrol and electric […]
