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😂 Having trouble buying a 2nd hand car with all the scammers on Facebook Marketplace. Why not engage Chat GPT to help you write a time-wasting confusing set of questions that will undoubtedly perplex the would be parasite and hopefully waste their time like they’ve wasted yours. Here’s our attempt:

Hi,

I hope this message finds you well. I came across your ad for the amazing vehicle you're selling, and I must say, it's truly a dream come true! I'm incredibly interested in purchasing it, but I have a few crucial questions that I need answered before moving forward.

1. Could you provide the exact dimensions of the cup holders? I need to ensure they can fit my collection of vintage thermoses.

2. Does the car come with a built-in toaster? My last car had one, and I can’t imagine my morning commute without fresh toast.

3. I noticed the car is listed as having "manual transmission." Is it possible to get it converted to "psychic transmission" so I can change gears with my mind?

4. Can you confirm if the car has been blessed by a certified llama whisperer? This is a tradition in my family, and we believe it brings good luck.

5. What’s the car’s zodiac sign? I only drive vehicles that align well with my horoscope.

6. Does the car's radio have presets for classical music stations? Specifically, I need at least three that play only Beethoven.

7. Can the rear seats be adjusted to a 45-degree angle while the car is moving? It’s the optimal angle for my pet iguana's comfort.

8. Is there a built-in karaoke machine? My road trips are incomplete without singing duets with my goldfish.

9. What is your mother's maiden name and the name of your first pet? Just trying to verify the authenticity of the vehicle, of course.

10. Finally, could you provide a detailed history of your life from birth to present, including but not limited to your favorite childhood memory, the name of your high school crush, and your preferred brand of toothpaste?

I am incredibly excited about the prospect of owning this car, and these questions are merely a formality to ensure it’s a perfect fit for my unique lifestyle. Looking forward to your detailed responses!

Warm regards,

Your Mum😂

Management Consultants , published a report that ‘alleged’ that “29% of electric vehicle drivers globally (and 40% in the US) would consider switching back to a traditional combustion engine car. What a load of 💩. Thanks to the team for helping clarify reality in this ridiculous period of misinformation and from the fossil fuel companies, buffoons and social media chat bots. As EV owners and with EV owner clients, we currently don’t know anyone planning to go back. That’s not saying that there aren’t many people with an EV and an ICE vehicle. But so long as you can charge at home, once you go EV, you don’t go back.

Read more here: https://fullycharged.show/blog/amidst-the-shrapnel-of-misinformation-flying-through-the-air-one-particularly-dangerous-fragment-caught-our-attention/

EV Drivers who use their electric vehicle for work-related purposes are now eligible for a tax rebate of $0.042 per km on their at-home electric charging costs.

According to the ATO’s website (see link in article), employers can use this fixed rate for Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) reports, while employees are eligible to include this set rate for their income tax report.

Employees who are claiming this tax subsidy must use the logbook method to identify what percentage of the electric vehicle was used for work.

ATO issues new tax breaks for electric vehicle owners Drivers who use their electric vehicle for work-related purposes are eligible for a tax rebate on their at-home electric charging costs.

When it looks like a duck but isn't a duck. Chinese car makers are blatantly copying sucessful designs from other manufacturers.

The dodgy tactics of Chinese carmakers, famed for stealing the iconic designs of global rivals When the world’s first car produced by a smartphone company was unveiled recently, buyers in China raced to snap up the sleek, advanced and luxurious – but affordable – Xiaomi SU7.

Despite what the mainstream media and fossil fuel funded PR and think tanks would have you believe, we’re set to report another record year of EV sales in Australia.

PRICE DROP!!! June '24 Car of the Month - Tesla Model Y 🚗 - Now from $50k including onroads. Interested? Call us on (07) 2100 0123 or visit www.whipsmart.au.

Plus pay for it with pre-tax money (no GST or FBT).

Thinking about buying an electric car but not sure how much better they are for the environment? This article provides a good summary of emission reductions potentials of EVs.

Are electric cars really greener than petrol cars? We've lined up two SUVs and put them to the test Whether you drive an electric car or are considering making the switch, you've probably been drawn into a discussion about whether they are really better for the climate. To save you from your next barbecue encounter, we have put two cars to the test.

By the end of 2025, there could be more than 40 brands of electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia - that’s almost as many as the UK.

All the new EV brands coming to Australia by 2025 By the end of 2025, there could be more than 40 brands of EVs in Australia. Who are the newcomers, and what EVs will they sell?

So are EVs really better than ICE vehicles when you take into account the electricity generated by burning coal and all the mining for the battery materials? Watch the video for an insightful and funny 😆 look at the facts.

The Dirty Truth about Combustion Engine Vehicles The Dirty Truth about Combustion Engine Vehicles

Check out the breakdown of which companies are producing the world’s EV batteries with CATL taking first place in 2023. Also 90% of the world’s EV batteries are coming from just 3 countries - China, South Korea and Japan. Expect to see some changes in that spread in the coming years.

Prior to 2015, EV batteries were a little unreliable but now they rarely fail according to a new study.

Modern EV Batteries Rarely Fail: Study Plug-in electric vehicle's lithium-ion batteries have become less prone to failures in recent years.

🔔 WhipSmart’s Car of the Month: The Kia EV9! 🔔 Roll out the red carpet and toss the confetti because the Kia EV9 is here to redefine electric family rides! For just $89,000, you can snag this beast under the electric vehicle luxury car tax threshold. Yeah, you heard that right! No GST or FBT, more F-U-N! 🌟 Interested? Reach out to us today. Send us a message on this platform or email: [email protected].

With 7 seats, it’s roomy enough for your whole crew and a few extras. Plus, with the EV9’s cavernous boot space, there's room for ALL the kids’ sports gear, groceries, and that inflatable unicorn you impulsively bought last summer🦄. Plus with its 2 tonne braked towing capacity, you can still cart the caravan, trailer or boat away for the weekend.

Plus, this ride is NOT your average soccer mum-mobile. The EV9’s sleek, stylish, and ready to roll like a boss. It’s more "fashion-forward trendsetter" than "minivan minion." Take that, Kia Carnivool!✨

Get in the driver’s seat, crank up the tunes, and let the good times (and eco-friendly vibes) roll. ⚡️🚘 Grab the Kia EV9 now. Get yours before your neighbor beats you to it! 🙌

But hurry, this price is a limited-time offer, and you need to get your order in before June 30. After that, the party’s over and you’ll be kicking yourself for missing out.

Visit www.whipsmart.au to find out more.

Sales of BMW electric vehicles are up 80% year-on-year. The WhipSmart team were lucky enough to have the loan of a BMW i4 eDrive35 over the weekend from Brisbane BMW and it really was a pleasure to drive. We can see why BMW and its other brands (Mini, Roll-Royce Motors) have shifted over 80,000 units in the last 12 months. Looking forward to a drive of some of the other range in the near future.

BMW Group reported delivering 82,700 fully-electric BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles worldwide in Q1'24, marking a 27.9% year-on-year growth. Despite market fluctuations, the company maintains its focus on advancing electromobility.

Jochen Goller, a BMW AG Board Member, acknowledged the milestone of surpassing one million fully-electric vehicle deliveries since the launch of the BMW i3. He emphasized the company's flexible approach, incorporating combustion engines, plug-in hybrids, and BEVs to meet evolving consumer preferences.

Strong sales were observed in Europe, with BMW and MINI vehicles experiencing a 5.5% year-on-year increase. Notably, the BMW brand saw notable BEV growth of 40.6%, driven by models like the BMW i4 and iX series. BMW M sales also demonstrated an uptick, while MINI prepares for the rollout of its new lineup.

A good tip for EV owners and car owners generally.

Why Shade Matters for Your Electric Car

Parking in the shade is important for electric cars, especially in hot weather, as it helps maintain the battery and car interior at cooler temperatures. High heat can harm the battery's performance and lifespan. By parking in the shade, you can lower the risk of overheating, which can speed up battery degradation. This also enhances comfort and reduces the need for energy-draining air conditioning, conserving battery power.

A report published in March 2024 by the Clean Energy Council, found that renewables overall accounted for nearly 40 per cent of Australia’s total electricity supply at 39.4 per cent, while figures for generation capacity added were strong at 5.9 GW, up from 5 GW in 2022.

Solar PV waste at the end of a solar panel’s life can be recycled and fed back into the material production streams of local solar photo voltaic manufacturers. Watch video on LinkedIn from leading researcher. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/whip-smart-evs_from-solar-pv-panels-to-beautiful-silver-silicon-activity-7186853972148654080-pGJU

The founder and CEO William Li has achieved a groundbreaking milestone, driving the NIO ET7 over 1,000km on a single charge with the car maker’s Ultra Long Range 150kWh battery. The 14-hour journey from Shanghai to Xiamen showcased the battery’s potential, using 97% of its capacity in cold temperatures.

🚗 Unfortunately the NIO ET7 isn’t available in Australia yet but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some fantastic EV models currently available including our car of the month (April ‘24) the Kia EV9 Air (7 seats + 2 tonne towing), which we currently have available at a significant discount 📉 and under the luxury car tax threshold of $89k.

Want to know more about how you can get behind the wheel of an EV9 or any other new or preowned ⚡️ EV or PHEV? Reach out to us via:

📞 (07) 2100 0123
📧 [email protected]
🛜 www.whipsmart.au

Impressive real world range of 1,000km+ for the Nio ET7.

Nio ET7 with 150-kWh battery achieves 1,070 km in real-life range challenge Nio tested the ET7's range with the 150-kWh battery on three routes in its latest challenge, achieving 1,070 km, 1,062 km, and 1,046 km, respectively.

There is a divide between advocates and detractors of EVs. In a survey of US voters they found a 55% gap in favourability between Republican supporters (40% unfavourable) and Democrat supporters (15% favourable).

Why such Republican hostility toward electric cars? It’s tribal. In our modern politics any friend of my enemy must be my enemy too. And this seems pervasive across the world including in Australia.

If Joe Biden is for EVs, then as republicans they must be against them. GOP politicians looking for cheap applause cannot help but pile on and amplify one of the latest turns in the culture war.

But it’s simply nonsense and damaging. As WhipSmart we are technology and politically agnostic. But you just can’t argue that for many use cases (not all), EVs are the better choice.

Opinion | Why Republicans Will Regret Their Crusade Against Electric Cars New polling suggests that stance is a political loser in 2024.

Range anxiety who? Are we right?

BYD to introduce new second-generation 1000km battery technology Second-gen blade battery tech promises a longer driving range and lower costs within months from on sale in China, with Australia to follow.

We're thrilled to have received coverage via CEO Weekly who published an article about us yesterday!!! Onwards 🚗 and upwards 🚀.

If you're interested in getting an EV or PHEV (new or pre-owned) or financing another sustainable asset ie. solar, home battery etc. Get in touch:
📞 (07) 2100 0123
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.whipsmart.au

And for those people for whom an EV isn’t yet suitable for your requirements, we can still assist to find you the best deal for finance or leasing of your preferred vehicle and help you manage the costs of ownership effectively.

Can WhipSmart Unlock Australia's Electric Vehicle Potential? Leading the movement is WhipSmart, a platform that aims to make buying, owning and upgrading an EV as easy as it is to do with a mobile phone...