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Buying an EV

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EV electric vehicle car buying

Buying an electric vehicle can be a daunting prospect for the uninitiated, but the NRMA is here to help make the transition easy for Australian motorists.

Our buying calculator, resources and frequently asked questions help would-be buyers get up to speed with everything EV, including what electric cars are available in Australia, electric vehicle driving range and cost of ownership.

Choosing an electric vehicle

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What's the best electric vehicle for me?

This electric vehicle buying tool helps you understand which EV is best suited to your current lifestyle, displaying vehicle running costs, price and range.

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Electric vehicle reviews

The NRMA published its first car review in 1928, and now – as we enter the electric vehicle era almost 100 years on – we're still helping Australians choose which car to buy.

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Electric vehicles: Top 6 reasons to buy an EV

Should you consider making your next vehicle purchase an electric car? Here are some ideas to get you thinking about it.

Electric vehicle information and frequently asked questions

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What are the different types of electric vehicles?

While there are multiple types of electric vehicles, the way they use electric motors and onboard battery packs are quite different.

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EV fact or fiction: busting common electric vehicle myths 

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain popularity, they also garner criticism. Here, we debunk the most common myths and misconceptions surrounding electric cars.

The benefits of electric cars
Are electric vehicles really better for the environment?

We examine why moving to electric vehicles will be a significant benefit to the environment, including how EVs in Australia emit considerably less greenhouse gases than equivalent ICE vehicles, even if charged on the current electricity grid.

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Your questions answered: Electric Cars

The world is changing and electric vehicles (EVs) are coming. There are still however, several questions we regularly are asked on what it all means for Australia’s car owners and what the future brings.
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The history of electric cars - a charge from the past

It seems that many people are under the impression that electric vehicles (EVs) are a very modern invention. However, it may be surprising to learn that the first electric car appeared almost 200 years ago.

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