RECHARGING AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE NOW COSTS MORE THAN PETROL

EV Channels Review

John Cadogan delivers a scathing critique of the current state of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and ownership costs in Australia. He highlights that public DC fast charging, specifically from EVie, has surpassed petrol prices per kilometer, making it more expensive than driving a comparable internal combustion engine vehicle like the Mazda 3. Cadogan argues that this situation is particularly detrimental to urban dwellers without off-street parking, who are forced to rely on expensive public charging. He criticizes the justifications provided by charging operators and expresses concern over the potential for exploitation. While acknowledging the benefits of EVs in reducing local air pollution and bolstering energy security, Cadogan strongly condemns the "cult-like" evangelism surrounding them and the misinformation propagated by proponents. He emphasizes that the upfront cost, depreciation, insurance, and battery replacement remain significant drawbacks, and the idea of EVs being maintenance-free is a myth. The review concludes by questioning the financial viability of EV ownership, especially for those reliant on public charging, and predicts that the $1 per kilowatt-hour charging barrier is imminent.