Plug in for The Lap – the first episode airs this weekend
Join us for an electrifying adventure down under as the Drive team embarks on a journey around Australia. The first episode airs this Saturday on Channel Nine.
Set your reminders for the first episode of The Lap, airing this Saturday 11 May at 3:30pm AEST on Channel 9.
In partnership with Kia Australia and produced by Drive.com.au, The Lap shares the experiences of hosts Trent Nikolic and Dom Wiseman on their once-in-a-lifetime experience around Australia, piloting the reigning Drive Car of the Year winner, the Kia EV9.
In an eight-part series, The Lap gives viewers a unique insight into the realities of adventuring in an electric vehicle through Australia’s stunning, rugged, and often challenging landscape.
"The Lap is an epic journey, demonstrating the challenges of taking an electric vehicle on a full lap around Australia. However, like any road trip, the challenges are eclipsed by the remarkable places you visit and the incredible people you meet along the way," said Terry King, Executive Producer at Drive.com.au.
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Kicking off in Sydney and travelling clockwise, this unique adventure features the best that Australia has to offer – from the rugged cliffs of the Great Australian Bight to the wild outback of the Northern Territory. The team doesn't miss a beat, covering over 15,000km and passing through 150 unique regional towns and cities.
Tune in on Channel Nine or 9Now to watch The Lap every week – Saturday afternoon at 3:30pm AEST.
