Rachel Williamson, Author at The Driven IO

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Rachel Williamson

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

MG takes aim at Tesla with double-barrel launch of its luxury performance brand
MG’s premium brand IM launched in Australia with the release of the IM5 and IM6 models, which seem pitched directly at the market that Tesla has dominated for years.
Giles Parkinson & Riz Akhtar

Aug 1, 2025

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Xpeng aims to bring 1,000 of its G6 electric SUVs per month to Australian customers
Xpeng’s local distributor has announced arrival of 1,000 new G6 electric SUVs along with plans to deliver 1,000 a month as demand ramps up. But it still won’t release its numbers.
Riz Akhtar

Aug 1, 2025

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Hybrids are using up to 33 pct more fuel than advertised, Australian study finds
Some of the most popular vehicles in Australia are consuming significantly more petrol than advertised, tests have shown, and hybrid cars rank amongst the most unexpectedly thirsty models.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jul 31, 2025

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BYD launches Australia-wide roadside assistance program with motoring groups
BYD has launched a 24/7 roadside assistance program across Australia, linking up with the country’s main motoring groups.
Joshua S. Hill

Jul 31, 2025

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Graph of the Day: EVs are nearing price parity with petrol and diesel cars
Falling battery costs are bringing price parity for electric cars ever closer, with the tipping point expected to be reached in many key markets over the next year.
Giles Parkinson

Jul 30, 2025

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Nissan Ariya orders open as surprisingly low pricing announced for Australia
Nissan opens orders on its next electric car in Australia, announcing a lower than expected price on the Ariya SUV.
Riz Akhtar

Jul 29, 2025

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Tesla’s upcoming “affordable” model spotted, with no glass roof
Closest spotting of Tesla’s upcoming affordable model, providing hints on what the new car may look like ahead of its expected Q4 launch.
Riz Akhtar

Jul 28, 2025

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No contest: Why EVs are already much greener than combustion engine cars
When you look at the complete picture – including production and operation – EVs already produce about 70% fewer emissions than petrol and diesel cars. It’s just no contest.
Anh Bui

Jul 28, 2025

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EV News

Tesla now heads to the UK with supervised FSD testing showcase after Australia
Tesla’s supervised FSD showcase continues, heading to its second right-hand-drive market in the UK, crossing multiple London landmarks.
Riz Akhtar

Jul 28, 2025

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Xpeng starts production of its X9 people mover in Indonesia, unveils new G6
Xpeng starts producing X9 MPV closer to Australia and unveils next generation G6 SUV for right-hand-drive markets.
Riz Akhtar

Jul 28, 2025

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Graph of the Day: The top five EV brands in Australia
The fight for dominance in the Australian EV market used to be a one-horse race: Tesla. Now there is growing competition.
Giles Parkinson

Jul 27, 2025

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Australia’s EV transition is stuck in the slow lane
Australia must avoid a chicken-egg scenario, where EV demand is held back by a lack of infrastructure, and infrastructure is held back by a lack of EV demand.
Truman Zhang

Jul 25, 2025

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