Latest articles by Adrian

• Electric Vehicle Nation – Can Australia Support EVs with the Current Infrastructure?  

  March 15, 2024

  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...

• Inflation Bites as Australians Say They’re Paying More for Groceries: New Survey

  March 18, 2024

  Savvy's second 2022 cost of living survey, of 1003 Australians, learns what impact inflation and higher prices are having at the checkout. 33% of those surveyed said their grocery bills have increased by between 11-20%Average cost of a grocery shop estimated at $168.5021% of women say their grocery bill has increased...

• Incentives for New Electric Vehicle Purchases in Australia by State  

  April 11, 2024

  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...

• 28% of Mortgage Holders Can Absorb Interest Rate Hike; 26% Will Experience Mortgage Stress

  March 18, 2024

  Savvy's 2022 cost of living survey learns how interest rate hikes are affecting Australian mortgage holders.44% of Australian mortgage holders spend between $251-$500 in weekly repayments23% of mortgage holders spend $501-$750, and a further 18% spend $751 and over53% will cut down on other expenses to prioritise mortgage, 28% will...

• 2.72 Million Australians at Risk of Rental Stress: Survey

  March 19, 2024

  Savvy's 2022 cost of living survey learns how rising rents are impacting average Australians.1.42 million Australians devote 31-45% of their income to rent1.12 million report spending 46%-60% of their income on rent50% of 18-24-year-olds say they’re stressed about rent or potential rent increases40% of 25–34-year-old cohort and 33% of 35-44...

• Do I Have to Pay Tax on My Cryptocurrency Earnings in Australia?

  March 18, 2024

  With the End of Financial Year (EOFY) approaching and cryptocurrency holders wincing at the recent crash across the major coins, Australians new to the world of cryptocurrency may be wondering what their tax obligations are. In this report, Savvy examines the data to provide insight into the crypto tax situation...

• 8.7m Aussies Say Utility Bills Concern Them Most: Survey

  March 18, 2024

  Savvy's 2022 survey of 1005 Aussies learns how rising utility prices are affecting the cost of living in Australia.Estimated 8.7 million Australians cite utility prices as the greatest cost of living concernAverage Australian spending $137 per week on utilities54% of those surveyed have experienced electricity price rises42% say they have...

• Are International Students Back? A Look at the Numbers

  March 18, 2024

  During the COVID-19 pandemic, international student numbers dropped dramatically. With borders reopening, Savvy takes a deep dive into the numbers to see if there’s a rebound.750k international students studying in Australia in 2019 – dropping to 557k by 2021International students now number 440,129 as of March 2022; 56,000 arrived in...

• Fuel The Biggest Hit to Aussie Pockets as Inflation Rises

  March 22, 2024

  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 living73% of 18–24-year-old cohort report fuel costs are their greatest concern22% spend $61-$90 per week on fuel51% of...

• Is Mortgage Lending Competitive in Australia? An Analysis

  March 18, 2024

  In the wake of a 2018 Royal Commission into the Banking Sector and numerous government interventions, is mortgage lending competitive in Australia? Is the Big 4 as dominant as we think? Is competition for mortgages healthy in Australia? Learn the current state of mortgage lending competition with Savvy’s latest analysis.Commonwealth...

• Australian Car Accidents Report 2022

  March 18, 2024

  The Australian Government released some sobering news in April: road fatalities have spiked 2.7% in the last 12 months, the largest increase in incidents since 2018. More than 1,100 people have died in road accidents since February 2021. In this report, we analyse the latest statistics on fatal crashes, road...

• Twelve Million Aussies are Concerned About Rising Grocery Prices

  March 18, 2024

  Savvy's 2022 survey of 1005 Aussies learns how inflation and increasing grocery prices are affecting the cost of living in Australia.62% of Australians are concerned about increases in the price of food and groceries31.1% said they spend over $100 per person per week48% said they will simply buy fewer groceries...

• Where To from Here: Mortgages in Australia 2022

  March 18, 2024

  With RBA interest rates at all-time lows, house prices skyrocketing and inflation on the rise, interest rates look set to inevitably rise during 2022. Savvy’s analysis of the latest data provides insight for homeowners regarding mortgage stress and potential increases in home loan repayments.4.2% increase in house prices in Q4...

• Cybercrime on the Rise in 2022, after Australians Lost Over $300 million to Scams Last Year

  April 12, 2024

  The Covid-19 pandemic has given scammers and hackers an advantage. As remote work pushes more Australians online, the jump in cybercrime hits record-high rates sparking major concerns for businesses and families. Savvy’s online scams report reveals the latest figures and what you can do to protect against cyber attacks. The top...

• The State of Electric Trucks in Australia

  March 18, 2024

  Savvy’s examination of Electric Vehicle Council and Australian Trucking Association data finds that to meet the country’s CO2 emissions reduction targets and reach net-zero by 2050, Australia needs to electrify its national vehicle fleet. Considering that transport emissions account for 19% of the total, of which road freight comprises 38%,...