Rachel Williamson, Author at The Driven IO

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Rachel Williamson

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

Global EV fleet avoided oil consumption equivalent to 70 pct of Iran’s exports in 2025
Iran war highlights how oil has become the Achilles Heel of the global economy. EVs have already avoided equivalent of 70 pct of Iran’s exports, and could do more.
Joshua S. Hill

Mar 19, 2026

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Top News

Suzuki e-Vitara first drive: An electric SUV with off-road cred
We get a test drive of Suzuki’s first electric SUV with one variant packing some off-road cred, thanks to ride height and clever Allgrip system.
Riz Akhtar

Mar 18, 2026

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“We’ve listened”: Audi teases entry-level electric A2 e-tron
Audi flags release of a new A2 e-tron, a compact electric vehicles (EVs) that the company hopes will “open up access to premium electric mobility”.
Joshua S. Hill

Mar 18, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Australian company lands $158 million to build GPS alternative for self-driving cars
Cars, rockets and mining vehicles could drive themselves even when the global positioning system goes dark if a Sydney company succeeds in its mission.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 18, 2026

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Charging & V2G

“It can be done:” Australia’s biggest strata fitout proves EV charging in apartments is possible
Strata and apartment complexes are beginning to relent on allowing EV charging, as demand and evidence like a recent 251-point installation prove it can be done safely.
Rachel Williamson

Mar 18, 2026

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Batteries

Australian scientists hail breakthrough in quantum batteries and rapid charging of EVs
CSIRO quantum battery research team hail technology breakthrough that could help recharge electric cars faster than petrol vehicles fill up.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 18, 2026

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Charging & V2G

Regional network to trial streetlight EV chargers in rural and remote areas
Network company plans to install streetlight-mounted electric vehicle chargers to boost charging facilities where they have yet to emerge.
Joshua S. Hill

Mar 17, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Tesla lifts Robotaxi prices by up to 40 pct, less than a year after launch
Tesla has increased the price of its Robotaxi services by up to 40 per cent, ahead of introduction of the new Cybercab into fleet.
Riz Akhtar

Mar 17, 2026

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Electric Work Vehicles

Geely’s Farizon launches new electric commercial and delivery van in Australia
Geely brand Farizon launches a new electric van in Australia that it says matches ICE vehicles on payload and cargo capacity, but no word yet on the ticket price.
Joshua S. Hill

Mar 17, 2026

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Aussie drivers accelerating into electric future, but could hit brakes if tax break removed
Many Australian motorists plan to park an electric or hybrid vehicle in their garage in future but one policy change could alter their path.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 17, 2026

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Multimedia

Video: Leapmotor B10 Review – A lot of electric car from $38,990
The Leapmotor B10 has arrived in Australia as one of the most affordable electric SUVs in the market. Does it live up to its promise of a premium SUV experience for around $40k? Sam and Tanya take it for a drive to find out.
Sam Parkinson

Mar 17, 2026

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Reviews

Leapmotor B10: A practical electric SUV at a practical price
Leapmotor’s second EV arrives in Australia with strong range, generous equipment and a price that significantly undercuts much of the electric SUV market. On paper, at least, it looks like a compelling package.
Sam Parkinson

Mar 16, 2026

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