ELECTRIC VEHICLE NEWS ISSUE 216

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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 2012

Lexus CT HEV - - 1311 1500

Lexus RX HEV 272 - - -

Toyota Prius C HEV - - - 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 i-Miev

EV - 112 30 95

Total HEV 3312 1724 2923 5773

Total PHEV - - - 80

Total EV - 112 49 172

Combined Total

3312 1836 2972 6095

Branch Meetings Sydney: Every second Tuesday, Canberra: First Monday of Brisbane: Third Wednesday every second month; each month; of every month; Contact: Mark Taylor, Contact: John Corry, Contact: Graham Manietta, 0411 500 462 corry@yless4u.com.au suziauto@live.com.au Melbourne: Second Friday Perth: Second Tuesday of Adelaide: Third Wednesday of every month; each month; each month except December; Contact Daryl Budgeon, Contact: David Waplington, Contact: Eric Rodda 0432 401 132 08 9341 5135 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 Percentage

2009 937328 3312 0.35 0 0

2010 1035574 1836 0.18 112 0.01

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

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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 .