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Send us Fan Mail Audi resets Australian Q6 and SQ6 e-tron pricing, with the Q6 SUV and Sportback starting from $89,900 before on-road costs for MY27. Meanwhile, the newly revealed A2 e-tron remains under Australian evaluation. Hyundai confirms the Santa Fe EREV for Australia, customer-owned Windrose electric prime movers prepare for Sydney–Canberra freight work, and a proposed $137 million WA charging and battery-swap network takes shape. Also: the Mercedes-Benz EQS 400 launches with 810km WLTP range, Forthing outlines its next Australian models, a Hongqi–Leapmotor prototype tests across two states, and expanded DRIVEN rebates support EV workshop equipment as well as chargers. Australian launch commitments, overseas plans and manufacturer claims are kept separate throughout. Contact: info@pluggedinaustralia.com.au YouTube timestamps — estimates before recording 00:00 Intro 00:47 Segment 1 — Audi Q6/SQ6 price reset and A2 e-tron 02:52 Segment 2 — Santa Fe EREV confirmed for Australia 04:26 Segment 3 — Windrose customer trucks and WA freight infrastructure 07:00 Segment 4 — Mercedes-Benz EQS 400 launches 08:31 Segment 5 — Forthing plans more Australian models 09:40 Segment 6 — Hongqi–Leapmotor prototype tests locally 10:41 Segment 7 — DRIVEN rebates expand into workshops 12:01 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail The Ford Bronco New Energy has now been physically spotted in Australia in right-hand drive, adding another piece to the puzzle ahead of its expected local launch. Chery’s new iCaur brand is also getting very real, with the V25 confirmed as its first Australian model and an evaluation vehicle already testing in New South Wales. BYD has locked in its M9 plug-in hybrid people mover for a Q4 launch with up to 145 kilometres of WLTP electric range, while new used-car data shows second-hand EVs disappearing from listings in as little as eight days. Also this episode: the IEA singles Australia out as one of the world’s fastest-growing electric-car markets, XPeng extends factory-backed warranty support to eligible TrueEV-era vehicles, Suzuki Australia pushes for the tiny e Sky EV, and 318 Cupra Tavascans are recalled over a high-beam software issue. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:56 iCaur V25 confirmed and testing in Australia 02:40 BYD M9 locked in for Q4 Australian launch 05:19 Ford Bronco New Energy spotted in Australia 07:16 Used EVs disappearing from listings in 8–11 days 09:53 IEA singles Australia out for rapid EV growth 11:12 XPeng warranty extended to eligible TrueEV-era cars 12:45 Suzuki Australia wants the tiny e Sky EV 14:45 Cupra Tavascan recall 15:41 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Australia’s next GWM Haval H7 is now showing up in Australian certification documents with a 320kW all-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid system, while GWM has confirmed a longer seven-seat version will follow in 2027. Australia Post has revealed what its latest fleet-electrification funding will actually deliver, with around 100 new electric vans, rigid trucks and even prime movers expected to cut almost one million litres of diesel use each year. We also look at a fascinating novated-lease comparison where the more expensive Geely EX5 EV ends up around $54 a week cheaper than the Starray EM-i PHEV under one specific set of assumptions, another incorrect airbag specification uncovered at KGM, Skoda using growing EV sales to manage NVES, why charger reliability could become more important than simply counting plugs, and the increasingly awkward future of CHAdeMO in Australia. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 00:45 — GWM Haval H7: 320kW AWD PHEV locked in 02:38 — Australia Post adds around 100 EVs and prime movers 04:13 — Geely EX5 beats cheaper Starray on novated-lease costs 07:06 — KGM finds second incorrect EV airbag specification 08:23 — Skoda uses EV sales to manage NVES 09:48 — Why charger uptime may matter more than plug count 12:28 — Is CHAdeMO becoming a bottleneck? 14:58 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Genesis has revealed its enormous 490kW GV90 electric flagship, with the ultra-luxury Neolun version now confirmed for Australia. We also look at something potentially more telling than another EV survey — actual orders being written by one of Australia's biggest prestige dealer groups — plus an NRMA five-year ownership-cost comparison showing affordable EVs effectively reaching cost parity with petrol. And there's finally movement for XPeng owners caught in the TrueEV dispute, while Tesla's new $2,000 Australian trade-in offer passes the fact-check and is genuinely live. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:43 490kW Genesis GV90 confirmed for Australia 04:54 Actual dealer orders show Australian EV demand surging 07:49 Five-year EV versus petrol ownership costs reach parity 13:02 TrueEV court case dismissed — what XPeng owners need to know 15:19 Tesla's current $2,000 Australian trade-in bonus 16:00 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Audi has dramatically reset Australian pricing for the updated Q4 e-tron, including an entry model that lands below $75,000 before on-road costs. We also have Australian Government approval for the seven-seat Kia PV5 Passenger, a serious specification discrepancy involving airbags in the KGM Musso EV, some useful real-world context around EV servicing and running costs, GAC finally resolving its BMW M8 naming problem, and Honda selling out its entire 2026 Super-ONE allocation. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:47 Audi Q4 e-tron gets a massive Australian price reset 05:04 Kia PV5 seven-seat Passenger receives Australian approval 07:44 KGM Musso EV eight-airbag claim versus six actually fitted 10:15 What EVs really cost to run and maintain 14:08 GAC M8 officially becomes E9 15:25 Honda Super-ONE 2026 allocation sold out 16:02 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Mercedes-Benz has finally put an Australian price on its new electric GLC, including the strange situation where the limited Launch Edition actually costs less than the regular model. Zeekr has revealed that Australia will get a more powerful version of the 7GT electric sports wagon, while Hyundai’s Ioniq 3 has entered production overseas and could give the brand a genuine competitor around the $40,000 mark — although Australian pricing is still a long way from confirmed. We also look at Canberra’s $400 million heavy-vehicle reform package and why changing weight limits, road-access rules, charging planning and delivery curfews could matter just as much as subsidies for electric trucks. Mercedes-Benz has confirmed a plug-in-hybrid C-Class will continue alongside its new dedicated electric C-Class, and Victoria’s electric fire truck EVIE has now completed more than 500 emergency responses with some surprisingly strong real-world results. ESTIMATED YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Introduction 00:57 — Mercedes GLC Electric priced for Australia 04:10 — Zeekr 7GT gets an Australian power boost 06:25 — Hyundai Ioniq 3 production starts 09:15 — Australia's $400m heavy-vehicle reforms 13:27 — Mercedes C-Class PHEV confirmed for Australia 15:14 — Victoria's EVIE electric fire truck 18:41 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Skyworth puts its Australian passenger-EV plans on the backburner while an electric van moves to the front of the queue. We examine a new survey claiming price—not range or charging—is the biggest issue holding Australians back from EVs, including who is behind the research and where the headline goes too far. Tesla has widened vehicle-to-load access for Model Y buyers in the United States, but the Australian position is very different. Denza’s 850-kilowatt Z9GT clears a major local approval hurdle as an even more powerful N8 SUV emerges in China, and Chery narrows the Australian arrival of its affordable Q electric hatch to around the middle of 2027. YouTube timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:52 Skyworth parks its Australian SUV plan again 02:38 Does price really matter three times more than range? 07:01 Tesla widens V2L, but not yet in Australia 08:35 Denza Z9GT approved as an 890kW SUV emerges 11:29 Chery Q targets a mid-2027 Australian arrival 13:32 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail The BYD Atto 3 Evo now has Australian pricing and a confirmed two-variant local lineup, including a much more powerful rear-wheel-drive Premium with 800-volt architecture and 220-kilowatt charging. We also have a substantial update on Hongqi’s Australian launch under the HQ name, with its first electric SUV now confirmed for January 2027 and some extremely ambitious sales targets. And in the fleet world, Blacktown City Council, Ausgrid and Parkes Shire Council have been named finalists for the 2026 Fleet of the Year award, with electrification playing very different roles across all three operations. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 00:43 — BYD Atto 3 Evo priced for Australia 04:39 — HQ locks in its Australian launch 07:49 — Fleet of the Year finalists 10:39 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Ford’s Bronco New Energy appears headed for Australia in 2027, with a range-extender powertrain producing up to 360kW and 600Nm. Geely has firmed up an enormous six-model Australian expansion over the next 12 months, including two new EVs and four plug-in hybrids, while its rugged Galaxy Cruiser-style 4x4 is now looking increasingly certain. We also have the first proper specifications for the tiny Smart #2 following its Melbourne teaser, new Australian trademarks pointing towards an electric Jetour SUV and a long-range seven-seat PHEV, confirmed battery and range figures for the cheaper GAC Aion UT we covered yesterday, and a dedicated fleet electrification day coming to Everything Electric Sydney. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 00:38 — Geely locks in six new Australian models 02:47 — Ford Bronco New Energy appears bound for Australia 04:52 — Smart #2 gets its first proper specifications 06:23 — Cheaper Aion UT confirmed with 44kWh battery 07:32 — Jetour trademarks electric SUV and big PHEV 09:05 — Everything Electric Sydney adds dedicated fleet day 10:54 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 82 of Plugged In Australia: Quick Charge, Australia gets an unusual new ultra-fast charging installation in Perth that combines a large battery with solar and a relatively modest grid connection. Mitsubishi finally reveals the identity of the Australian-tuned electric SUV we first reported on back in June, confirming the ASX VR-e for a fourth-quarter launch with four local grades. GAC confirms an even cheaper version of the Aion UT is coming before the end of 2026, CUPRA rolls out a finance offer covering the Terramar VZe plug-in hybrid, and a Chinese government filing gives us our first proper look at GWM’s Ora 5 plug-in hybrid Touring. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 00:37 — Battery-backed ultra-fast charging goes live in Perth 04:27 — Mitsubishi ASX VR-e confirmed for Australia 06:56 — Cheaper GAC Aion UT coming this year 08:34 — CUPRA Terramar VZe finance offer 09:41 — GWM Ora 5 PHEV Touring revealed 11:51 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Australia’s EV transition is moving well beyond passenger cars and simple questions about driving range. In Episode 81 of Plugged In Australia, we take a deep dive into Coles putting electric prime movers to work pulling B-double freight in New South Wales, and examine the much harder question of whether battery-electric trucks can match diesel for payload, uptime, charging flexibility and whole-of-life productivity. We also unpack the NSW parliamentary inquiry into EV charging infrastructure and its 18 recommendations covering apartment charging, charger reliability, regional infrastructure, kerbside charging, electricity networks and the enormous challenge of preparing for electric heavy vehicles. Then we head to Victoria, where a new 34-page apartment-charging guide provides one of the most practical roadmaps yet for owners corporations trying to introduce EV charging. We look at EV backbones, dynamic load management, Level 1 versus Level 2 charging, billing, insurance, fire risk, legal approvals and who should actually pay. China’s new battery-durability standard also gets the Deep Dive treatment. We explain the difference between State of Charge and State of Certified Energy, why owners being able to see battery-health information matters, the new durability benchmarks extending to 10 years or 200,000 kilometres, and why Australia may eventually need a similar system for its growing used-EV market. Finally, Honda’s tiny Super-One is coming to Australia from $36,900 drive-away. We compare it in detail with the considerably cheaper BYD Atto 1 to work out exactly what buyers are getting for the extra money — and whether Honda can sell personality, lightweight engineering and driving character where the numbers alone struggle to make the case. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:56 Coles puts electric B-doubles to work 14:19 NSW report calls for better EV charging 33:15 Victorian Apartment charging 1:09:25 China Standardises EV Battery Health Reporting 1:33:09 Honda Super 1 VS BYD Atto 1 1:52:49 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Zeekr has smashed its Australian monthly sales record as the 7X electric SUV pushes right to the edge of the national top ten, while Mercedes-Benz Australia is considering another electric CLA designed to sit between its existing entry and flagship versions. We also look at clues pointing to a substantial Kia EV5 interior update, three Australian fleets being recognised for practical electrification, Nissan keeping the door open for the delayed new Leaf and China-developed models, and Chinese luxury brand Hongqi preparing to launch locally under the simpler HQ name. Plus, a newly filed full-electric BYD Seal 07 provides an early look at what could eventually influence the next generation of the Seal sold in Australia. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:40 Kia EV5 could get a major interior update 02:30 Mercedes considers CLA 250 Electric for Australia 04:01 Zeekr 7X pushes toward Australia’s top ten 05:35 Australian fleets show practical EV transition 06:57 Nissan keeps the door open for the new Leaf 08:31 Hongqi to launch in Australia as HQ 10:41 New full-electric BYD Seal 07 emerges 12:15 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Ford has named and priced its new affordable Fathom electric ute, and while Australia is not yet confirmed, Ford has already trademarked the Fathom name locally and engineered its new EV platform with right-hand-drive markets in mind. GWM has detailed another plug-in hybrid ute for Australia, with the Cannon Hi4-T offering 310kW, 750Nm, a 33.1kWh battery, 115km of claimed electric range and 3500kg towing. We also look at Smart using Melbourne to preview the new two-seat #2 electric city car, substantially updated specifications for GWM’s huge Haval H10 PHEV, and a new NSW parliamentary report containing 18 recommendations aimed at improving EV charger reliability, pricing, apartment charging and regional infrastructure. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 00:44 — Ford trademarks Fathom EV ute name in Australia 03:12 — GWM Cannon Hi4-T gets 115km EV range 04:49 — Smart #2 revealed in a Melbourne mural 06:42 — Haval H10 gets a major spec update 08:21 — NSW report calls for better EV charging 09:46 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail BYD confirms an Atto 2 plug-in hybrid for Australia, potentially creating the country’s cheapest PHEV, while the electric Atto 2 Premium receives a new $2000 cashback and accessories offer. We examine the European specifications for the Australia-bound Zeekr 9X, including its 660-kilowatt powertrain, 55-kilowatt-hour battery and nine-and-a-half-minute charging claim. Australian battery-electric vehicles maintain more than 20 per cent market share for a second consecutive month, affordable EVs dominate the RACV’s most-searched vehicle list, and the Victorian Government releases a detailed guide for installing EV charging in apartment buildings. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Introduction 00:44 — BYD Atto 2 PHEV confirmed for Australia 02:58 — BYD adds $2000 Atto 2 Premium offer 05:04 — Zeekr details Australia-bound 9X 06:50 — EVs claim 21.7 per cent of July sales 10:04 — Affordable EVs dominate Australian car searches 11:15 — Victoria releases apartment-charging guide 13:46 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Honda has confirmed a $36,900 drive-away price for its tiny Super-One electric hatch, but with fewer than 130 cars expected this year and substantially cheaper rivals already available, value could be its biggest challenge. Tesla records its strongest Australian July result as the six-seat Model Y L outsells the regular Model Y, while Chery recruits Premcar to test and tune the Stockman diesel plug-in hybrid ute for Australian conditions. We also cover Coles putting electric prime movers onto B-double freight routes, Leapmotor’s new B03 electric hatch, Lepas planning another EV and PHEV small car, Geely launching an Amazon virtual showroom and major Farizon electric van price cuts. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:56 Honda Super-One priced from $36,900 03:11 Tesla Model Y L leads record July 06:23 Chery Stockman gets Australian tuning 07:57 Coles launches electric B-double routes 11:37 Leapmotor B03 officially revealed 13:57 Lepas plans EV and PHEV hatchback 15:46 Geely puts the EX2 on Amazon 17:13 Farizon cuts electric van prices 19:15 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Mazda has given its clearest indication yet that the MX-5 is being prepared for an eventual electric future, although preserving its light weight and affordable character remains a major engineering challenge. Deepal has revealed an extensively updated S05 electric SUV ahead of its Australian arrival, with more power, larger storage areas, new driver-assistance hardware and a choice of battery sizes overseas. MG is adding $3000 cashback and a $500 accessory bonus to its IM5 and IM6 premium EVs, China has introduced a new standard intended to make battery-health information more accurate, and Volkswagen has expanded the Australian ID. Buzz range with a new Pro+ grade, more standard equipment, bidirectional-charging capability pending local testing, and a factory-backed camping package. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 00:39 — Mazda prepares the MX-5 for an electric future 02:28 — Updated Deepal S05 heads towards Australia 05:09 — MG discounts the IM5 and IM6 06:58 — China introduces battery-health accuracy rules 08:53 — Volkswagen expands the ID. Buzz range 11:36 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Australia’s electric-vehicle price war has moved well beyond simple reductions to the advertised list price. In Episode 75, we examine the Jaecoo J5 EV’s extraordinary sales advantage over its cheaper petrol sibling, the growing use of drive-away pricing, cashback, low-rate finance and home-charger offers, and why Ford’s Ranger PHEV appears to have found much stronger demand after major discounts. We also unpack the substantially re-engineered BYD Atto 3 Evo, the Seal 6 Touring’s chance of becoming Australia’s best-selling wagon, and the possibility of BYD developing a high-performance version. The episode also asks whether BYD’s Australian dealer and service network can keep pace with its rapid sales growth, examines GAC’s ambitious plans to launch more than 10 models and build a national retail network, and explains why the CUPRA Born is not expected to return to Australia for the foreseeable future. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome to Episode 76 and how the Deep Dive works 1:28 Australia’s EV price war enters a new phase 17:27 Ford Ranger PHEV sales surge after major discounts 26:19 The Atto 3 Evo is far more than a facelift 45:30 Could the Seal 6 Touring become Australia’s best-selling wagon? 53:32 BYD considers a high-performance Seal 6 Touring 1:01:23 Can BYD’s dealer network keep up with its sales growth? 1:15:00 GAC accelerates its Australian expansion plans 1:24:23 CUPRA Born ruled out for an Australian return 1:30:36 Final thoughts and outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Australia’s EV price war is intensifying. In Episode 74 of Plugged In Australia: Quick Charge, the electric Jaecoo J5 outsells its cheaper petrol sibling, a Queensland program cuts home-charger hardware to just $95, and BYD, Geely and Leapmotor launch aggressive new offers. We also cover Tesla’s ten-millionth electric vehicle, the Genesis GV90 testing on Australian roads, XPeng’s possible electric ute, and the major rear-wheel-drive upgrades coming for the BYD Atto 3 and Atto 2. YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:39 Jaecoo J5 EV outsells petrol 01:57 Queensland’s $95 home-charger offer 03:17 BYD Sealion 7 Premium drive-away deal 04:39 Geely EX2 charger and finance incentives 06:06 Tesla produces its ten-millionth EV 07:02 Genesis GV90 spotted testing in Sydney 08:23 XPeng considers an electric ute 09:30 Leapmotor discounts B10 and C10 models 10:56 Major BYD Atto 3 and Atto 2 upgrades 12:41 Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail In Plugged In Australia: Quick Charge Episode 73 for Thursday, 30 July 2026, Volkswagen’s electric ID. Polo moves closer to Australia while Cupra confirms the Born will not return any time soon. Mercedes-Benz reveals a completely new electric GLA with up to 657 kilometres of claimed range, BYD predicts its affordable Seal 6 Touring plug-in hybrid could become Australia’s best-selling wagon, and Ford Ranger Hybrid sales increase following some substantial discounts. We also cover GAC’s aggressive Australian expansion, whether dealer networks can keep up with the flood of new vehicles, an Australian-developed electric power trailer for mining road trains, and why China and Thailand will shape Australia’s future car market. YouTube timestamps 00:00 — Intro 00:53 — VW ID. Polo moves closer 02:01 — Cupra Born stays away 02:41 — New Mercedes-Benz GLA goes electric 04:23 — BYD Seal 6 Touring targets the wagon crown 06:04 — Ford Ranger Hybrid sales rise after discounts 07:33 — Australia’s EV market faces a brand shakeout 09:34 — Electric power trailer for mining road trains 11:13 — How China and Thailand will shape Australia’s car market 12:46 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au

Send us Fan Mail Tesla’s six-seat Model Y L is now appearing in Australian inventory for immediate delivery, while Volvo’s new EX60 has received local approval with up to 660 kilometres of range and 2.4-tonne towing. XPeng’s enormous G9L has been spotted testing in Melbourne ahead of its November arrival, and the even larger GX flagship has now been confirmed for Australia. We also cover Ford’s potentially cheaper Transit City electric van, Hyundai’s delayed extended-range ute, Coles’ supermarket charging rollout, mandatory emergency lane-keeping systems, Mazda’s major CX-60 and CX-80 PHEV price cuts, and Fortescue’s 150-tonne electric mining equipment. YouTube Timestamps 00:00 — Intro 00:50 — Ford Transit City could undercut E-Transit Custom 01:55 — XPeng G9L spotted and flagship GX confirmed 03:20 — Tesla Model Y L now in local inventory 04:18 — Volvo EX60 approved with 2.4-tonne towing 05:13 — Hyundai’s electrified ute delayed until as late as 2030 06:04 — Coles rolls out supermarket fast chargers 07:22 — Victorian councils move EVs into normal fleet replacement 09:15 — Emergency lane keeping becomes mandatory 10:32 — Mazda cuts CX-60 and CX-80 PHEV prices 11:36 — Fortescue tests 150-tonne electric water truck 12:37 — Outro Disclaimer: All specifications, pricing, and information discussed in this episode were correct at the time of recording. The electric vehicle market moves quickly, so we recommend you always check the latest details directly with manufacturers, dealers, or official sources. This podcast provides general news and information only, based on publicly available sources and Australian Consumer Law guidelines. It is not legal, financial, or professional advice. For advice specific to your situation, please contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) or seek independent professional guidance. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. Sourcing & Transparency At Plugged in Australia, all our stories are sourced from publicly available news articles and reports. We do not receive any advance information or briefings from brands or manufacturers. Any analysis or opinions we share are based solely on this public information. Our main sources include (though we also use many others, and they vary by episode): https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.carexpert.com.au/ https://thedriven.io/ https://www.carsguide.com.au https://autotalk.com.au https://www.carsguide.com.au https://evcentral.com.au https://www.drive.com.au