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Plugged in Australia

Plugged in Australia

By: Jamie
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Plugged In Australia is your essential podcast for the latest electric vehicle news tailored to Aussie drivers. Hosted by Jamie, 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

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Episodes
  • Mercedes CLA Wins Big, Zeekr Upgrades, and Why EVs Are Now Cheaper to Own
    Jan 30 2026

    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 upgrades to the popular 7X mid-sizer and a peek at their new PHEV 8X, plus Skoda's named seven-seat Peaq flagship rivaling the Kia EV9.

    Other highlights: Mitsubishi's hot hatch EV tease with Evo vibes, Polestar's policy push on FBT exemptions, Kia and BYD ute battles, range boosts for BMW and Mini, why driver assists aren't cutting road tolls yet, Tesla's million-plus FSD users, VW topping Europe, Ford Mach-E price slashes, and a game-changing study showing EV ownership costs have flipped in Australia. Loaded with news, specs, and real talk for Aussie drivers!

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    14 mins
  • Polestar Powers On, Big Tesla announcement, Toyota's Family EV Tease, and Europe's Big Shift
    Jan 29 2026

    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 talk), Toyota teasing a massive electric Kluger rival to the Kia EV9, Xpeng's factory-backed push into Oz with new models, and Isuzu eyeing a D-Max plug-in hybrid to take on the BYD Shark 6.

    Plus, Europe's historic month where EVs outsold petrol cars (and how Australia's mirroring it), Tesla winding down the Model S/X for robots, budget MG4 Urban hints, and clean energy challenges like AI competing for green power amid a record renewables pipeline. From premium upgrades to affordable arrivals, get charged on the evolving EV scene!

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    9 mins
  • Hyundai Elexio Unveiled, Tesla Tweaks, and the Real State of EV Adoption
    Jan 28 2026

    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), Hyundai's hotly anticipated Elexio medium SUV launching at a sharp $59,990 with 546km range and premium features, and Mazda's evolving electric plans with the incoming 6e sedan and CX-6e SUV.

    Plus, a candid look at why pure EV buyer intentions remain flat despite cheaper models, the hybrid surge bridging the gap, a massive funding boost for Melbourne's autonomous Blanc Robots, surprise Hardware 4.5 upgrades in new Model Ys, and a luxury PHEV spotlight on the refined 2026 Volvo XC60. From budget family EVs to local innovation, get the full charge on Australia's shifting electric landscape

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    12 mins
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