Our intrepid Tesla Model S owner continues his trip north in Queensland in this final part of the series. Defying the naysayers in pursuit of a three-phase socket and a suitable charging point.
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Tesla journey through Queensland: Charging up with wind power
In Part 3 of this Tesla’s 9,000kms odyssey through Queensland, without a super-charging network, we learn how the car plugged into the only wind farm in the state.
A Tesla's 9,000kms journey through Queensland without super-charger network – Part 2
Our intrepid Tesla Model S owner continues his trip north in Queensland, defying the naysayers in pursuit of a three-phase socket and a suitable charging point.
How a Tesla travelled 9,000kms through Queensland without super-charger network
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Vector offers free solar + Tesla storage systems to NZ consumers
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Tesla Model S in Australia: Breaking the shackles and conquering new frontiers
A Brisbane family get their Tesla Model S and promptly leave on a 3,000km road trip, becoming the first to link Brisbane and Canberra and back again. And the super-charging network hasn’t been built yet. Here’s what happened.
Australian Tesla Model S driver taps wind energy on Queensland road trip
Australian Tesla Model S driver has recharged at a wind farm in northern Queensland as part of road trip showcasing electric vehicles and renewable energy.
LG Chem pushes Australian battery storage prices further down the curve
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Batteries for your PV System: How much do you need?
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