Rachel Williamson, Author at The Driven IO

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Rachel Williamson

Rachel Williamson is a science and business journalist, who focuses on climate change-related health and environmental issues.

Top News

Video: Renault Scenic E-Tech first impressions
In this review, Sam looks at the all-new Renault Scenic E-Tech, a mid-size SUV that aims to differentiate itself from competitors.
Sam Parkinson

Mar 27, 2026

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Charging & V2G

Tesla introduces foldable supercharger for faster and cheaper rollout
Tesla launches foldable superchargers, lowering cost and time to deploy, helping rollout bigger sites sooner.
Riz Akhtar

Mar 27, 2026

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“I bought two, and another for the parents-in-law:” Why everyone wants an EV
Is this the breakthrough moment for EVs in Australia? The indications are that sales of new and used EVs are off the charts.
Giles Parkinson

Mar 27, 2026

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Reviews

Renault Scenic E-Tech review: Back again, with V2G and a very different market
Renault’s Scenic E-Tech arrives in Australia with 625km of range, V2G capability and competitive pricing, but will Australians take notice?
Sam Parkinson

Mar 26, 2026

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EVs did not wreck the great Australian weekend, and electric trucks may just save the farm
The war in Iran underlines how fossil fuel addiction makes Australian road freight vulnerable. As the truckies’ bumper sticker puts it, “When trucks stop, Australia stops”. There are electric options.
Ed Lynch-Bell

Mar 26, 2026

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Electric Transport

Tesla Semi saves massive amounts on running costs, new Jay Leno video reveals
Jay Leno gets behind the wheel of the upgraded Tesla Semi as the company shares huge savings in running costs.
Riz Akhtar

Mar 26, 2026

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“We didn’t see it coming:” Shock at the petrol pump sparks surge in interest in used EVs
Auctioneer says interest in second-hand EVs has more than doubled as a result of surging petrol and diesel prices, with a “hockey-stick” acceleration in EVs overall.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 26, 2026

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Top News

Video: Is Toyota’s only EV finally competitive?
In this review, Sam is joined by “Toyota Tanya,” a lifelong Toyota driver, to put the refreshed Toyota bZ4X through its paces. Is this updated iteration finally a serious contender in Australia’s crowded electric SUV market?
Sam Parkinson

Mar 26, 2026

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Volkswagen recalls nearly 100,000 EVs due to battery issues causing reduced range and fire risk
Updated: Volkswagen to recall nearly 100,000 battery electric vehicles due to issues in high-voltage battery which could lead to reduced range and a fire risk.
Joshua S. Hill

Mar 26, 2026

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It will tow your boat: MG wins approval for its first electric ute in Australia
MG to bring a fully electric ute model into Australia, with 325 kW power, adding to its growing collection of popular EV models.
Riz Akhtar

Mar 25, 2026

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Multimedia

Video: Inside the Southern Hemisphere’s largest residential EV charging hub
This massive residential EV charging installation in Melbourne provides a model for how body corporates and strata committees can approach electric vehicle infrastructure.
Rachel Williamson

Mar 25, 2026

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Xiaomi upgrades its best selling SU7 electric sedan, receives 15,000 orders in 34 minutes
Xiaomi upgrades first EV, the SU7 sedan, scores over 15,000 firm orders in just 34 minutes.
Riz Akhtar

Mar 24, 2026

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