The Driven

The Driven
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Aug 5, 2022 • 33min

Electric buses and range anxiety

Greg Balkins from Transit Systems was not sure what to expect when the first electric buses rolled out on Sydney routes. It turns out he needn’t have worried - they have performed far better than expected, and the passengers, drivers and mechanics love them.
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Jul 29, 2022 • 32min

NRMA charges into the EV transition

NRMA CEO Rohan Lund on fast charger plans, the member shift to EVs, and his frustration at not being able to find an electric people mover.
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Jul 22, 2022 • 27min

Rebel with an electric cause

We talk to Werner Tietz and Kai Vogler about the launch of the Cupra Born long range electric hatch in Australia.
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Jul 8, 2022 • 31min

Record setting Livewire electric road trip

Duncan Mallord set out to ride from Australia’s lowest point to its highest on an all electric Harley Davidson, and discovered a new way to enjoy motorcycle touring.
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Jun 7, 2022 • 50min

The end of queue anxiety?

Finnish company Kempower has redesigned EV chargers to utilise what power is available with as many cars as possible.
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May 19, 2022 • 31min

It’s time to catch up Elon

The Australian EV start-up founded by a former driver that is rolling out battery swap technology to turn big trucks electric.
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Apr 5, 2022 • 50min

Malcolm Turnbull on EVs, Morrison lies, and end of fossil fuels

Malcolm Turnbull on his family's shift to electric, Morrison's lies on EVs, and the pressing need to stop burning fossil fuels.
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Mar 24, 2022 • 24min

Why Tesla Model 3s don't need a rebate

Queensland transport minister Mark Bailey explains why Tesla not included in state rebate scheme for EVs.
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Mar 7, 2022 • 24min

Chris Bowen on his new Tesla and Labor’s EV policy

Labor’s Chris Bowen discusses his new Tesla Model 3, what it means for Labor’s EV policy, and shares his views on the latest moves to accelerate coal closures.
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Feb 25, 2022 • 20min

Kia blown away by interest in EV6

“Never in my wildest dreams”: Kia Australia’s Damien Meredith amazed by huge interest in EV6 and speed of electric shift.

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