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.

Geely’s best selling EX2 electric hatchback approved in Australia, ahead of local launch
Geely’s best selling electric hatchback gets approval for sale in Australia ahead of local launch in Q3.
Riz Akhtar

Jun 21, 2026

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Xpeng teases second electric model in Australia, a fast-charging people mover
Xpeng’s upcoming people mover moves one step closer to Australia, with local website now live.
Riz Akhtar

Jun 20, 2026

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Charging & V2G

Tesla opens 1,000 superchargers in Australia, special design in Byron Bay
Tesla supercharger numbers hit 1,000 with new site in Byron Bay, featuring an iconic surf design on the 1000th charger.
Riz Akhtar

Jun 20, 2026

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Podcasts

The Driven Podcast: Subaru’s latest EV, Kia’s cargo van, and why range claims can be confusing
We talk Trailseeker, PV5, J5, and unpack the sometimes confusing world of EV range claims. Plus, news of the week.
The Driven Podcast

Jun 20, 2026

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Videos

Video: Could the Kia PV5 electric van replace your ute?
Australia loves a ute, but could an electric van actually make more sense? We review the Kia PV5, a purpose-built electric van built on Kia’s E-GMP.S dedicated EV platform.
Sam Parkinson

Jun 19, 2026

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Reviews

Can the Kia PV5 electric van finally challenge Australia’s ute obsession?
We get behind the wheel of the Kia PV5 to find out whether lower running costs, secure cargo space and V2L can tempt buyers away from the established diesel workhorses.
Sam Parkinson

Jun 19, 2026

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Reviews

Review: Model Y L is the plushest and most versatile Tesla yet, finally with V2L
I can see the Model Y L being a very popular car in Australia, helping the Model Y to stay on top of the EV charts for the foreseeable future.
Tim Eden

Jun 19, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Tesla says latest version of FSD supervised software starts rolling out to cars in Australia
Tesla launches latest FSD Supervised software as owners of eligible cars are excited to see what it delivers.
Riz Akhtar

Jun 19, 2026

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Charging & V2G

V2G edges closer as Hyundai Ioniq 9 completes first discharge into Australian grid
Milestone hailed as Hyundai achieved its first V2G discharge in Australia with Ioniq 9 and says the technology is under evaluation and development for many of its electric car models.
Bryce Gaton

Jun 18, 2026

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New Chinese brand Forthing launches first electric SUV in Australia, pitched at under $40,000
New Chinese brand enters Australian market with an affordable electric SUV that boasts range of more than 400 km.
Riz Akhtar

Jun 18, 2026

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Reviews

2026 Kia EV6 drive test – Sharper styling and top-notch handling, but at a price
We test Kia’s latest EV6 GT-Line RWD variant, almost 5 years after the first model arrived.
Riz Akhtar

Jun 18, 2026

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NRMA backs road user tax for EVs, but legal expert says it needs to apply to all cars
Motoring group NRMA backs a road user tax on EVs, but leading constitutional law expert says it needs to apply to all cars to avoid a court challenge.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jun 17, 2026

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