EV Inequality: 34% of Australians Unable to Install an EV Charger at Home
As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into consumer habits in Australia, we take a look at whether EV charging at home is feasible for Australians in 2023. 29% of Australians rent and cannot install a home EV charger 5% own an apartment not up to the task Only 4% live in apartments with option to […]
EV Sentiments Survey 2023: Over Half of Australians Intend to Buy an Electric Vehicle in The Future
As part of Savvy’s research into Australian consumer sentiment and economics, we follow up our Electric Vehicle 2021 survey with a new poll seeing where sentiments are at present. 41% of Australians surveyed say they intend to purchase an EV in the future 10% say they will purchase within the next twelve months Number of […]
Compare Green Car Loans
Green car loans are a type of secured car loan designed to help you buy an environmentally friendly car, such as an EV or hybrid vehicle. While they’re no different from any other secured car loan in almost every way, the one key difference is that they come with a discounted rate and/or fees. How are green […]
EV Charging At Home In Australia
Savvy looks at the feasibility of charging electric vehicles at home and whether the Australian electricity grid will be able to accommodate more EVs on the road, by examining the latest data from the Electric Vehicle Council of Australia, and the CSIRO. Most Australian EV drivers self-managing charging at home, to take advantage of off-peak […]
Best Way To Finance A Car In Australia
There are many options open to Australians when it comes to purchasing vehicles, which is why it’s important to consider each of them to help you find out what the best way is for you to finance a car. What is the best way to finance a car in Australia? The best way to finance […]
46% of Australians Paying Between $91 and $160 on a Tank of Fuel
As part of our ongoing investigation into the rising cost of living, Savvy takes a look at rising fuel costs and their effects on everyday Australians. 46% of Australians are spending between $91-$160 on a tank of fuel 33% of Australians are spending between $91-$120 for a fill up 17% of Australians spending over $191 […]
Electric Vehicle Nation – Can Australia Support EVs with the Current Infrastructure?
With EV sales making up a small 1.6% of all new vehicle registrations in 2021, one of the most cited reasons that people are reluctant to take up electric vehicles is a lack of charging infrastructure. Savvy looks into the current state of EV charging infrastructure and what’s planned for the future. 700 new fast […]
Incentives for New Electric Vehicle Purchases in Australia by State
As Australians increasingly turn to electric vehicles for their next car purchase, many may be wondering what incentives are offered in their state or territory. In this report, Savvy has analysed the latest findings to provide a breakdown of what governments are doing to encourage greater EV uptake. Aussie EV sales of 1.6% are significantly […]
Fuel The Biggest Hit to Aussie Pockets as Inflation Rises
Savvy’s 2022 survey of 1005 Aussies learns how rising fuel prices are affecting the cost of living in Australia. 64% of survey respondents say fuel costs are of “greatest concern” to cost of living 73% of 18–24-year-old cohort report fuel costs are their greatest concern 22% spend $61-$90 per week on fuel 51% of respondents […]
IMB Car Loan
IMB Bank stands as one of the biggest building societies in Australia, offering services across a range of areas such as banking, insurance, travel and financial planning. Crucially, though, they also offer a variety of loans for prospective borrowers across Australia, including car loans, so it’s worth looking into their offer to determine whether it’s […]
Australian Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Points Report 2022 – Do We Have Enough?
Are you keen to experience that new car smell of an EV? The driving influence for many is the excitement of a game-changer, chance to do the right thing and eventual cost savings. Yet, what is holding you back? They are expensive, that is certain. Increasingly many Australians are scared about finding charging points. What […]
Revving Up Expenses: Car Ownership Costs in Australia
Australia is the great southern land – and to get anywhere, you’re going to need a car. In fact, there are 20.1 million registered vehicles on the road, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, suggesting a very large portion of adults of driving age are in fact car owners. Though it’s undeniable that car […]
