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.

ICE trucks and buses cost society billions in premature deaths, chronic illness
Premature deaths and childhood asthma are among the health risks of allowing high-polluting heavy vehicles to travel on populated routes.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Feb 23, 2026

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EV News

Hyundai confirms base variant of their newest and potentially best-selling EV
Hyundai thinks the new Elexio could become its best-selling EV in Australia – and now it’s getting a cheaper version. Here’s what the new entry-level variant adds (and what it leaves out).
Tim Eden

Feb 23, 2026

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BYD’s possible next EV for Australia – a luxurious people mover – spotted in the wild
BYD’s next luxury offering and likely its longest-wheel-base model yet, spotted in Melbourne.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 23, 2026

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Tesla launches cheapest Cybertruck under $A85,000
More than two years since the first batch of Cybertruck deliveries, the cheapest version has landed, priced at $A85,000 with more than 520 km of range.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 23, 2026

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Electric Cars

Hyundai Elexio scores 5 stars for safety, despite risk to pedestrians from SUVs
The Elexio SUV generally scored well by Australian vehicle safety standards, except for the threat the new electric SUV poses to other road users.
Rachel Williamson

Feb 20, 2026

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Polestar details plan for its next four EV model launches
Polestar’s head office in Sweden has released more detailed plans regarding the arrival of four new models over the next two years.
Bryce Gaton

Feb 20, 2026

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Tesla cars with FSD Supervised have officially driven 13 billion kilometres
New data shows Tesla’s FSD Supervised usage now exceeds 13 billion km ahead of rapid expansion in 2026.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 20, 2026

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Reader Question: In the future, will we see battery upgrades for current model BEVs?
It can and has been done, but vehicle manufacturers are notoriously bad at offering upgrades to existing models.
Bryce Gaton

Feb 19, 2026

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Tesla rival Xpeng shows off its autonomous driving chops with real-world demo
Chinese EV manufacturer and Tesla FSD rival Xpeng has showcased its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to global delegates in live road demonstrations.
Joshua S. Hill

Feb 19, 2026

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BYD racks up six million credits under new emissions standards, ICE cars face huge fines
First performance report from New Vehicle Efficiency Standard Regulator has bad news for some of Australia’s best-selling brands, as BYD, Toyota and Tesla shine.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Feb 19, 2026

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Mazda’s second EV set to land in Australia in July starting from $50,000
Japanese carmaker confirms pricing and specs for new 6e battery electric vehicle due in Australia in July and starting from $49,990.
Joshua S. Hill

Feb 18, 2026

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Tesla produces first Cybercab Robotaxi without steering wheel or pedals
Tesla’s first Cybercab Robotaxi rolls off the production line, expected to have half the parts of a Model 3.
Riz Akhtar

Feb 18, 2026

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