Sophie Vorrath, Author at The Driven IO

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Sophie Vorrath

Sophie is editor of One Step Off The Grid and deputy editor of its sister site, Renew Economy. Sophie has been writing about clean energy for more than a decade.

Electric Cars

Prince Philip’s “eco-funeral” to feature electric Land Rover
Reports suggest Prince Philip’s coffin will be transported in an electric Land Rover.
Sophie Vorrath

Apr 12, 2021

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Policy

States should “slam the brakes” on electric vehicle taxes, says business lobby
Australian business lobby calls on states to “slam the brakes” on proposed electric vehicle taxes, saying they are a “major disincentive” in lagging market. 
Sophie Vorrath

Apr 12, 2021

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Charging & V2G

World’s first tidal energy powered EV charger launched in Shetland
Electric vehicle drivers on the Scottish archipelago of Shetland can now plug directly into the power of the Atlantic Ocean to recharge their cars.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 24, 2021

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Electric Transport

First NSW-made electric bus joins state’s growing zero-emissions fleet
Berejiklian government launches latest electric bus in state’s transition to zero emissions fleet, and first e-bus to be made in NSW.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 19, 2021

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St Baker funds e-mobility research fellowship at University of Queensland
Coal baron and evolving cleantech entrepreneur dips into the family fund to help establish a research fellowship to drive electric vehicle innovation.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 17, 2021

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Electric Bikes

Vmoto eyes massive India e-scooter market with exclusive distribution agreement
Perth-based Vmoto gains foothold into potentially massive Indian two-wheel EV market, via MOU with Bird Group to distribute CUX and CUmini range.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 15, 2021

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EV News

Evie installs second ultra-fast EV charger in Tasmania, in petrol forecourt
Tasmania has opened its newest ultra-fast charging station for electric vehicles at a petrol station forecourt roughly one hour north of Hobart.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 8, 2021

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EV News

South Australia delays proposed EV road user tax to beyond next state election
South Australia plans to introduce a “user charge” for electric vehicle drivers delayed by 12 months, to beyond the next state election.
Sophie Vorrath

Mar 4, 2021

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EV News

Tiny new electric car beats Tesla Model 3, again, in China
New data shows China sales of the super cheap Wuling Hong Guang Mini almost doubled those of Telsa’s hugely popular Model 3 in January 2021.
Sophie Vorrath

Feb 26, 2021

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EV News

Meridian Energy to build EV charging network across New Zealand
New Zealand renewable electricity gen-tailer says it will install 200-plus DC EV chargers to reduce range anxiety and boost driver confidence in going electric.
Sophie Vorrath

Feb 25, 2021

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