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.

EV News

Underground electric vehicle fast-chargers set for testing in Australian mines
Siemens and W.A. based Murray Engineering collaborate on vehicle agnostic EV fast-charging stations designed to handle toughest underground mining conditions.
Sophie Vorrath

Nov 4, 2020

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SEA Electric secures $20 million in finance from US investors
Australian electric drive manufacturer secures $20m investment from US-based consulting firm Invictus Advisory Group.
Sophie Vorrath

Nov 2, 2020

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Mitsubishi flags plans for “mini-EV”, China EV and hybrid minivan
Has Mitsubishi Motors boosted its electric ambitions? Reports out of Japan say the automaker will add five or more electric and PHEVs to its lineup starting this year.
Sophie Vorrath

Nov 2, 2020

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GM converts 1977 Chevy pick-up to all-electric, in bid for “EV aftermarket”
General Motors converts all-American 1977 Chevy pick-up to all-electric, in first demonstration of Electric Connect and Cruise package planned for sale in 2021.
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Nov 2, 2020

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Fimer drives into e-mobility with electric vehicle charger range
Global solar inverter maker makes detour into electric mobility market with suite of EV charging stations and wall-boxes, including 15-minute DC fast charger.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 29, 2020

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Queensland networks spotlight V2G potential in EV tactical plan
Energy Queensland tables 10-point tactical plan to support and optimise the increased uptake of electric vehicles on its networks, including vehicle-to-grid capabilities.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 13, 2020

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Hyundai issues Kona EV recall in US and South Korea to investigate fire risk
Kona EV recalls issued in South Korea and US – but not yet in Australia – to investigate the possible cause of a spate of battery fires.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 12, 2020

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Electric Cars

Volkswagen says EVs will make up 90% of its Norway new car sales by next year
German automaker forecasts 90% of its Norway car sales will be electric vehicles in 2021, thanks to the Nordic nation’s stable and ongoing policy support.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 8, 2020

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EV News

BMW fills policy void with electric vehicle incentive of its own, for businesses
BMW Group Australia announces its own incentive to boost EV uptake, a $1500 discount on new electric BMWs or Minis for small to medium business company cars.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 7, 2020

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Mercedes shapes up to Tesla, plans six new EVs in “electric first” strategy
Mercedes-Benz unveils plans to produce six new all-electric vehicles, including one with a 700km range, as part of a fast-tracked course to become a world leader in electric drive.
Sophie Vorrath

Oct 7, 2020

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