Rachel Williamson, Author at The Driven IO

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Rachel Williamson

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

EV News

Poll: Australians overwhelmingly support transition to electric vehicles
With the Senate Inquiry into Electric Vehicles report due out today, will Australians support a clean transport future? One poll says, overwhelmingly, yes.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 30, 2019

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EV News

Genesis takes out “Concept of the Year” title with all-electric coupe
The Essentia all-electric GT coupe by Hyundai’s luxury car brand Genesis is singled out as “Concept of the Year”.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 30, 2019

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EV News

These three electric cars have the best resale value
How much can an EV driver expect to get when reselling? Kelley Blue Book lists its top three best resale value predictions for 2019.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 30, 2019

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Charging & V2G

Batteries on wheels will change the grid and the way we use electricity
Tritium co-founder says having a battery on wheels in an electric vehicle will have a major impact on the way consumers use electricity, and the grid.
Giles Parkinson

Jan 30, 2019

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EV News

Lotus joins forces with Williams to develop advanced electric vehicles
Two iconic sports and racing car makers Lotus and Williams turn their focus to developing high performance, clean tech, next gen powertrains.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 29, 2019

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EV News

Porsche Taycan buyers will get 3 years of free fast-charging
Porsche Taycan buyers in the USA will get unlimited ultra-fast charges for free throughout the Electrify America network – up to 100km extra range in a 4 minute charge.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 29, 2019

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Podcasts

The Driven Podcast: Tritium’s James Kennedy on the rapid transition to EV charging
Tritium co-founder and chief technology officer James Kennedy joins The Driven podcast to outline how a small group of solar car enthusiasts founded a Brisbane-based company that is now a world leading in electric vehicle fast charging stations.
Giles Parkinson

Jan 29, 2019

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EV News

Victorian EV chargers affected by charging cable cooling glitch
ChargeFox takes safety first approach with global closure of electric car chargers due to liquid-cooled charging cable issue.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 29, 2019

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EV News

Secret electric cars spotted testing out Mildura’s baking heat
Two wrapped electric cars have been spotted in the baking heat of Victoria’s Mildura – but why are they there, and what are they?
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 25, 2019

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EV News

Porsche doubles Taycan production to 40,000 a year
Luxury carmaker Porsche has confirmed it is doubling production of its all-electric sports car – before it has even begun production.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 25, 2019

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EV News

Watch Boeing’s successful test flight of all-electric passenger taxi
Urban air mobility division Boeing NeXt puts first all-electric air taxi up in air, and says, “this is what revolution looks like”.
Bridie Schmidt

Jan 25, 2019

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Readers' Questions

Is there an affordable EV suitable for Australian tradies?
Leon asks: I own a small plumbing business and I’ve been looking towards getting an electric work vehicle – but there doesn’t seem to be much about for less than $80k? Any tips?
Bryce Gaton

Jan 25, 2019

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