Plugged in Australia
Plugged In Australia is your essential podcast for the latest electric vehicle news tailored to Aussie drivers. We break down fresh updates on sales trends, policy changes like road-user charges and tax exemptions, and infrastructure developments—from charging networks in Sydney to regional rollouts. Get quick insights on new models hitting the market, like affordable BYD imports and Tesla’s latest, plus analysis on how global shifts affect Oz. Whether you’re tracking EV adoption rates or debunking myths, tune in weekly for concise, no-fluff coverage to keep you informed on the road to a greener future. Subscribe now and plug into the conversation
Episodes
20 episodes
Polestar 4 Wagon & Massive Model Push, 19 Brands Miss NVES Targets, Denza Targets 5 New Models & 20 Dealers, Zeekr 7X Delays, VW Tiguan & Tayron PHEVs Priced
Episode 20 for February 19, 2026 takes a deep, honest look at the real state of Australia’s EV and low-emission vehicle market right now. We break down the very first official NVES results showing exactly which 19 brands missed thei...
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Episode 20
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33:31
Mazda 6e $49,990 Undercuts Model 3, Leapmotor B10 5-Star ANCAP, Nio Swap Record, BMW iX3 Preview, Toyota Yaris EV Confirmed, Skoda Gaming Boost
Episode 19 for February 18, 2026 delivers the deepest dive yet into Australia’s EV market momentum. We break down Nio’s record-breaking battery-swap scale and what it means for the 2026 Firefly launch here, Mazda’s aggressively pric...
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Episode 19
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59:40
BYD’s Boxy Ti7 Eyes Australia, MG4 Interior Refresh, Kia
Daily Episode 18 dives deep into the latest Australian and Australia-relevant EV developments. We cover the potential arrival of BYD’s rugged Fangchengbao Ti7 under the Denza brand, the significant 2026 MG4 interior overhaul and its implication...
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Episode 18
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19:26
Performance Flagships, Mining Electrification Milestones, Safety Calls, and Australia's EV Sales Surge to 2030
G'day Australia! Episode 17 brings the heat with high-performance family EVs like the blistering Kia EV9 GT, affordable small SUVs from Suzuki, design fixes for the Hyundai Santa Fe, and groundbreaking battery-electric locomotives hauling iron ...
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Episode 17
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38:47
BYD's Hybrid Future, Fleet Push, Solid-State Dreams, and Electric Beer Deliveries in Perth
G'day Australia! Episode 16 dives deep into BYD's dominant momentum in early 2026 – from why plug-in hybrids aren't going anywhere, to their big fleet sales ambitions, groundbreaking solid-state battery plans, and the real story on EV affordabi...
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Episode 16
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24:44
Plug-in Utes, Power Boosts, and Australia's EV Realities – Sodium Batteries, Heavy Duty Wins, and Straight Talk on Policy
G'day Australia! Episode 15 is a massive deep dive into the electric vehicle landscape as we hit early 2026. We're talking affordable plug-in hybrid utes shaking up the tradie market, massively upgraded family EVs from BYD, heavy-du...
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Episode 15
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30:07
Chery Value Focus, GWM Luxury PHEV Reveal, and Kia EV Strategy Shift
Plugged In Australia Episode 14 – Recorded February 11th 2026 from Western Sydney. Host Jamie delivers extensive coverage of Chery's strategy avoiding price wars with Atto 1 competitor and emphasis on premium features/warranty/servi...
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Episode 14
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14:51
Toyota Highlander EV Three-Row Flagship, CEO Change & EV Patents, BYD 10-to-1 Sales Lead
Plugged In Australia Episode 13 Host Jamie delivers an in-depth look at Toyota's confirmed Highlander EV as its first three-row electric SUV with full specs, range, powertrain, charging, seating, and Australian potential, Toyota replacing CEO a...
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Episode 13
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13:30
Xpeng GX Flagship, Porsche 718 Electric Uncertainty, and Toyota Corolla Electrification Plans
Plugged In Australia Episode 12 – February 9th 2026 from Sydney. Host Jamie delivers an in-depth look at Xpeng's new GX large three-row electric SUV with up to 700km range, 500kW triple-motor power, air suspension, and premium features, o...
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Episode 12
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25:39
Five-Star Safety Sweep, BYD Shark 6 Power Boost, and Subaru Trailseeker Details
Plugged In Australia Episode 11 February 7th 2026 from Sydney. Today we deliver in-depth coverage of five-star ANCAP ratings for Geely EX5/Starray, Kia EV4, Leapmotor B10, and Zeekr 7X with full category breakdowns and standout features, ...
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Episode 11
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16:35
Kia EV3 AWD Incoming, Smart Price Slashes, and Volvo's Five-Year Prediction
Plugged In Australia Episode 10 – February 6th 2026 updates fromAustralia. We cover the Kia EV3 all-wheel-drive confirmation for Australia (but no GT yet), fading prospects for the entry EV2, massive price cuts on Smart #1 and #3 electrics up t...
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Episode 10
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13:33
BYD Surge in January Sales, Tesla CarPlay Hopes, and Fortescue's Massive Electric Trucks
Plugged In Australia Episode 9 – early February 2026 updates from Sydney. We cover January VFACTS sales with BYD's massive surge and Tesla's slump signalling a changing guard, Fortescue taking delivery of huge battery-electric mining trucks fro...
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Episode 9
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7:55
The Future of EV Design – Making Batteries Part of the Car's Skeleton Bonus Episode
Bonus Episode of Plugged In Australia! We dive deep into groundbreaking Australian research from Deakin University on structural battery integration—using the battery pack as a load-bearing part of the EV chassis. We break down the trade-offs a...
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Episode 8
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10:53
Kia EV5 Under $50k, Tesla Solar Panels & Name Tweaks, Porsche Electric Doubt
Plugged In Australia Episode 7 brings the latest EV updates from Sydney in early February 2026. Host Jamie covers the Kia EV5 dipping under $50k drive-away with strong deals, Tesla's new rooftop solar panels and Model 3/Y name changes (no cheap...
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Episode 7
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12:28
Kia EV3 GT Confirmed, Tesla Incentives & Autonomy Pivot, Jaguar Goes Full Electric
Welcome back to Plugged In Australia! In Episode 6 we break down the hottest early 2026 EV news from Sydney. Kia confirms the punchy EV3 GT for Australia with sporty performance and sharp pricing, Tesla rolls out a $2000 trade-in bonus on the b...
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Episode 6
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8:43
2026 EV Boom - Budget SUVs, Fresh Sedans, and Tough Hybrids for Aussie Drivers
G'day and welcome to Episode 5 of Plugged In Australia, your essential guide to the electric vehicle revolution Down Under. This week, we're spotlighting the surge in affordable EVs hitting our shores in 2026—from top-value SUVs under $50k to e...
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Episode 5
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12:53
Mercedes CLA Wins Big, Zeekr Upgrades, and Why EVs Are Now Cheaper to Own
Back with more EV action on Plugged In Australia! In Episode 4, host Shantana from Sydney dives into the Mercedes-Benz CLA's massive awards haul and top safety scores—could this be the premium EV to watch for 2026? We cover Zeekr's quick upgrad...
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Episode 4
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13:39
Polestar Powers On, Big Tesla announcement, Toyota's Family EV Tease, and Europe's Big Shift
G'day and welcome back to Plugged In Australia! In Episode 3, host Shantana unpacks the latest from Down Under and beyond. We cover Polestar selling out the 3 in Australia with major 2027 upgrades incoming (plus the boss pushing back on failure...
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Episode 3
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9:24
Hyundai Elexio Unveiled, Tesla Tweaks, and the Real State of EV Adoption
Welcome back to Plugged In Australia! In Episode 2, host Shantana dives into the latest EV developments Down Under. We break down Tesla's controversial US decision to lock lane-centring behind a paywall (and why Aussie owners are safe—for now),...
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Episode 2
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11:31
BYD’s Record-Breaking Year, Tesla’s Local Lead, and What’s Charging Ahead in 2026
In the debut episode of Plugged In Australia, host Jamie dives into the hottest EV headlines Down Under. We break down the BYD Shark 6’s historic plug-in hybrid sales triumph, Tesla’s continued dominance in Aussie EV registrations despite globa...
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Episode 1
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6:39