Rachel Williamson, Author at The Driven IO

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Rachel Williamson

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

Tesla sold 1410 electric vehicles in Australia in 2017, new data shows
Internal numbers say Tesla sold 1,410 EVs in Australia in 2017 – a newer three-fold increase over 2016 and casting a different light than ABS data.
Bridie Schmidt

Aug 3, 2018

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Ssangyong hints at all-electric ute for Australia
South Korean car maker joins race to bring first all-electric 4WD utility to market, with unveiling of concept e-SIV.
Bridie Schmidt

Aug 2, 2018

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Honda, Enel X to reward EV drivers for balancing grid
Italian energy giant teams with Honda in US to offer EV drivers incentives to recharge during times of low electricity demand.
Bridie Schmidt

Aug 2, 2018

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Who bought Tesla electric cars and where? A postcode guide
Sydney and the Gold Coast emerge as hot spots for Tesla electric vehicle purchases, with NSW accounting for 2/3 of all Tesla sales.
Bridie Schmidt

Aug 2, 2018

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Volkswagen threatens recall of 124,000 electric cars
German automaker warns it may be forced to recall 124,000 electric and hybrid vehicles, due to traces of cadmium in chargers.
Bridie Schmidt

Aug 1, 2018

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Shhh: Harley-Davidson confirms ‘twist and go’ electric motorcycle for 2019
Iconic US motorcycle maker reaches out to new generation of riders with electric LiveWire motorcycle, with a view to release it as early as next year.
Bridie Schmidt

Jul 31, 2018

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New Nissan LEAF takes on 3 highest peaks in Scotland, Wales, England
New Nissan LEAF put to the test in UK’s gruelling National Three Peaks Challenge.
Bridie Schmidt

Jul 30, 2018

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Tesla owners hijack UK ICE racing event, Elon Musk impressed
76 UK Tesla Owners won over crowds at a popular UK car racing event, with offers of test drives, and an all-electric victory lap.
Bridie Schmidt

Jul 27, 2018

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Nissan launches an all-electric camper van
Japanese car-maker behind world’s biggest selling EV has quietly launched an all-electric camper van.
Bridie Schmidt

Jul 26, 2018

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Photo of the day: Striped Tesla visualises global warming
Tesla owner gives his EV its very own climate change makeover to start a conversation about global warming.
Bridie Schmidt

Jul 26, 2018

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Nissan LEAF EV completes 13,000km transcontinental journey
Polish adventurer drives Nissan LEAF 13,000km across Europe and Asia to dispel myths about range capabilities of electric vehicles.
Bridie Schmidt

Jul 26, 2018

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EV vs ICE: The cost gap that is holding Australia back
A new report issued by RACQ has revealed telling figures that could be holding back the adoption of EVs in Australia.
Bridie Schmidt

Jul 25, 2018

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