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ELECTRIC VEHICLE NEWS ISSUE 216
Australian Electric Vehicle Association Incorporated
ELECTRIC VEHICLE
NEWS
ISSN 0818-8491
www.aeva.asn.au
MAY-JUN 2013
Issue Number 216
EDITORIAL
AN ANALYSIS OF EV UPTAKE IN AUSTRALIA
TABLE OF EV SALES IN AUSTRALIA
Model
EV/HEV/PHEV 2009
2010
2011
Lexus CT
HEV
-
-
1311
1500
Lexus RX
HEV
272
-
-
-
-
-
-
Toyota Prius C HEV
2012
1883
Toyota Prius
HEV
3040
1611
822
1797
Holden Volt
PHEV
-
-
-
80
Nissan Leaf
EV
-
-
19
77
Honda CR-Z
HEV
-
-
75
370
Honda Insight
HEV
-
113
717
223
Mitsubishi iMiev
EV
Total HEV
Total PHEV
-
112
30
95
3312
1724
2923
5773
-
-
-
80
Total EV
-
112
49
172
Combined
Total
3312
1836
2972
6095
Branch Meetings
Sydney: Every second Tuesday, Canberra: First Monday of
every second month;
each month;
Contact: Mark Taylor,
Contact: John Corry,
0411 500 462
corry@yless4u.com.au
Melbourne: Second Friday
every month;
Contact Daryl Budgeon,
0432 401 132
Perth: Second Tuesday of
each month;
Contact: David Waplington,
08 9341 5135
Brisbane: Third Wednesday
of every month;
Contact: Graham Manietta,
suziauto@live.com.au
Adelaide: Third Wednesday of
each month except December;
Contact: Eric Rodda
0403 225 871
www.sa.aeva.asn.au
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A Market Development Model – from the Victorian EV Trial, Mid-Term Report
The trial design and outcomes are being viewed in the context of the market development model for
new technologies. New technology is adopted gradually, following an 'S-curve', similar to those
depicted in Figure 8 for a range of technologies introduced over the last century. This process has
been characterised by Rogers (1962) and Moore (1991) and forms the basis for considering the status
and path forwards for the Victorian electric vehicle market (Rorke and Inbakaran 2009).
With reference to Figure 9, theory suggests that around 16 per cent of the population form the early
market for any new technology. These people, the 'innovators' and 'early adaptors' are attracted to
new technologies on account of the reflective symbolism, that is, what ownership of new technology
says about them. This perceived benefit outweighs the costs and risks associated with any new
technology for these early market participants. In contrast 'mainstream' market participants,
composed of the early and late majority, are primarily financially-motivated and will adopt the new
technology because it makes sense. The transition from early to mainstream is commonly termed the
'take-off point' Moore (1991) identifies the difficult transition between these two very different
market segments as the key phase in the success or failure of any new technology – a challenge
described as 'crossing the chasm'.
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A table of EV sales as a proportion of total car sales in Australia
Total Sales
Total EV
Percentage
100% EV
2009
937328
3312
0.35
0
0
2010
1035574
1836
0.18
112
0.01
Percentage
2011
1008437
2972
0.29
49
0.01
2012
1112032
6095
0.55
172
0.02
From this analysis the sales of EVs is not even past the “innovators” stage of the uptake chart.
Note that if (100%) EV’s were selling at the same rate as in the US, total sales would be 6,000.
(This year total sales of OEM fully Electric Vehicles in the US reached 100,000 vehicles)
YikeBike - Guinness Book of World Records’ Most Compact Bike - Gets Half kg Lighter and
Gains 50% More Range
Multiple Award-Winning YikeBike Doubles Production in 2012, and Predicts Even Higher
Projections for 2013 Due to Strong Consumer Demand
Christchurch, New Zealand – April 10, 2013 – YikeBike Ltd., creators of the world’s smallest and
lightest folding electric bicycle, today announced that it has expanded its YikeBike line in order to
provide consumers with a variety of YikeBike models and prices that meet their specific budgets. In
addition, based on consumer demand, the company improved all three YikeBike models by
increasing the range by 50% (up to 15km/9mile from 10km/6mile) and making each model half a kg
(1.1 pound) lighter.
“The extra range and lower weight of the latest models means even more freedom to explore urban
environments,” says YikeBike CEO, Grant Ryan. “We continue our commitment to make practical
and beautifully designed products to solve the last mile transport problem.”
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International Transport expert, Mike Hanlon, from Gizmag features the YikeBike in his latest article
where he looks into the Transport Appliance market which is being pursued by most car
manufacturers in the world and he concluded that “The YikeBike still leads the pack”.
“The most promising of all of these new transportation devices though, is already on the market and
getting better all the time.” – Mike Hanlon, Gizmag
Proposed AEVA prize for EV innovation.
Dear all,
The Australian Electric Vehicle Association has long played a role in supporting and promoting
electric propulsion as a viable solution to global transport energy problems. Development of
new and improved electric vehicle technology continues apace, and it is these technological
innovations which help maintain momentum in the shift away from fossil fuels.
At the October 2012 AEVA national council meeting, a national EV racing subcommittee was
formed in response to the recent growth in electric vehicle racing; particularly the recent
creation of the eFX Championship here in Australia. Whether it be motorcycle time trials at the
Isle of Man (TT-Zero), short circuit racing (TTXGP / eFXC), electric drag racing (ECEDRA),
youth events like the EV challenge, the Solar Car race or electric hill climbs at Pikes Peak, the
EV racing scene is powering ahead and not turning back.
The AEVA can play an even stronger role in fostering EV innovation through the growing
interest in EV racing here in Australia, and a few options exist for furthering this cause. At our
last branch meeting, the Perth AEVA moved and passed a motion that
“A letter be drafted to the National Committee to consider the creation of a prize, be
offered for any nominated AEVA member who has demonstrated genuine innovation
in the field of performance electric vehicles through a recognised competition. This
prize would be offered on an annual basis and decided by a selection panel.”
At this stage, no specific details have been considered, however the idea would be to offer a
cash prize to any financial member of the Association who has both generated a truly
innovative solution to improving electric vehicle performance and safety, and demonstrated the
efficacy of this innovation in a competitive environment, such as a time trial, race or endurance
event. Since this is a financial decision on a national level, we would like to open the idea up
for discussion with the national council and hopefully make a decision in time for the national
council meeting in October this year.
Warm regards,
Dr Christopher Jones
Secretary, Australian Electric
Vehicle Association Inc. (Perth)
Phone: 0422191511
Email: christophergrahamjones@gmail.com
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For your information:
Details of the Electric Scooter Racing series are now up on the Electric Autos web site.
Electric Scooter Racing: http://www.electricautos.com.au/electric-scooter-racing/
For more information contact Patrick Finnegan on 0422 542 326 or E-mail on
info@electricautos,com.au
Bosch's $449 electric vehicle home charger is a bargain.
http://www.theverge.com/2013/5/10/4319924/bosch-449-dollar-electric-vehicle-charger-cheap
(It is good idea to visit Wikipedia, to get a complete picture of the Zenn Car)
A Novel PHEV Car using a Capstone Gas Turbine.
http://www.capstoneturbine.com/_docs/CMT380%20Microturbine%20Supercar.pdf
EV Shop in Perth.
Go to their website at www.evshop.com.au I hope I can do an article on them in the future.
(MT)
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_____________________________________________________________________
40TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
AUSTRALIAN ELECTRIC VEHICLE ASSOCIATION
LOCATION : CANBERRA 12TH OCTOBER 2013 FROM 7PM
VENUE ; Atlas Room, Canberra City Hellenic Club, 13 Moore St, Canberra
______________________________________________________________________
Canberra EV Festival 13th October 2013
Location: City Walk, Canberra City from 10am to 4pm
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For EV friendly accommodation around Canberra.
The Crowne Plaza offers charging via a Betterplace outlet, (yes, it still works) and a separate
32amp outlet that was installed for a Tesla. The Crowne Plaza is right in the centre of town so
the location is very convenient, however it might not be suitable for everyone’s budget.
Lower budget options suitable for those with EVs include:
Canberra Motor Village, O’Conner – this has cabins, motel rooms, and powered sites so EV
owners can book a powered site to charge their car. This one is very close to the city.
Carotel Motel, Watson – this has cabins, motel rooms and powered sites so EV owners can
book a powered site to charge their car. Less than 10kms from the city centre. It is only
recommended for those with cars, as there is a lack of public transport in Canberra on the
weekends.
Postscript:
This newsletter is the first to be posted and distributed via the AEVA website. As it is
produced using the Sun Writer program, it doesn't produce a document with the same level of
slick formatting of a PDF (MT)
AEVA, publishers of this newsletter accept no responsibility for opinions expressed, designs or ideas contained herein,
or for errors factual or due to reproduction. Contributions may be edited to available space. .
Editor Milan Terzic (mterzic@dodo.com.au) Correspondence to AEVA PO BOX 5285 Clayton Vic 3168 .
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