Rachel Williamson, Author at The Driven IO

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Rachel Williamson

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

Multimedia

Video: Big breakthrough for batteries on wheels
At the All Energy Conference in Melbourne, Amber CEO Chris Thompson discusses the launch of their vehicle-to-grid (V2G) trial with BYD.
Giles Parkinson

Oct 31, 2025

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What if an EV was made without metals or minerals?
Mine engineering group unveils what it cheekily describes as the world’s first electric car made without metals or minerals. And, as can be imagined, it’s little more than a transparent shell.
Joshua S. Hill

Oct 31, 2025

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Electric Flight

Australasian firms complete world-first liquid-hydrogen refuelling for zero-emission flight
A trio of companies from New Zealand and Australia hail major milestone as they fill aviation tanks with liquid hydrogen produced and stored on-site for the first time at an international airport.
Joshua S. Hill

Oct 31, 2025

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Electric Transport

Site secured for Australia’s biggest heavy electric trucking charging depot
A site has been secured for Australia’s biggest heavy electric truck depot as a Windrose electric prime mover completes the country’s longest single charge truck delivery to date.
Joshua S. Hill

Oct 31, 2025

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EV News

BYD agrees warranty for battery-on-wheels trial, as 4,000 join queue for Amber V2G offer
BYD agrees to battery warranty for V2G trials, removing a major stumbling block for the major shift to use electric cars as big batteries on wheels.
Giles Parkinson

Oct 30, 2025

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Honda to launch its City EV in Australia in 2026, with noises to mimic gear changes
Honda to finally bring an EV to Australia, in the form of a small city electric it calls the Super-One.
Riz Akhtar

Oct 30, 2025

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BMW to launch new EV battery recycling program in Australia
BMW says it is partnering with Victoria’s EcoBatt to ensure end of life batteries from electric BMW and Minis are recycled in its “world-first” shredding plant.
Joshua S. Hill

Oct 30, 2025

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BYD unveils tiny “Sea Otter” EV as it tries to crack key global market
BYD’s smallest EV named as the Racco or “Sea Otter” in a bid to break into a key global market.
Riz Akhtar

Oct 30, 2025

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Sponsored Post

Anker showcases smart energy and smart living ecosystem at All Energy Australia 2025
Anker Innovations showcased its full smart energy and living ecosystem at All Energy Australia 2025, unveiling new Anker SOLIX storage, EV charging, and eufy smart home solutions for Australian households.
Sponsored Content

Oct 30, 2025

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Reviews

Fonz Z Series review: An electric love letter to Vespa riders
The Fonz Z series rides like a little speed demon, and is about the best scooter on Australian roads. And Vespa riders will love it.
Sarah Aubrey

Oct 29, 2025

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Australia Post unveils its first heavy-duty electric truck
Australia Post announces trial of its first fully electric heavy duty truck, and some renewable diesel trucks, as it continues its electrification process.
Joshua S. Hill

Oct 29, 2025

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BYD’s premium sports car spotted testing at iconic track in Germany
BYD’s sleek new electric sports car spied testing at iconic 20.8 km track in Germany (with video).
Riz Akhtar

Oct 28, 2025

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