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 exciting new sedans and rugged hybrids from brands like Geely, MG, and Kia. We'll break down the best buys for budget-conscious families, tease upcoming launches that could shake up the market, and tie in global trends to what they mean for Aussie roads. Whether you're hunting for your first EV or tracking the latest tech, we've got the news to keep you charged!

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!

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!

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

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 global shifts, Jaecoo’s extended budget deal on the J5 SUV, Volvo’s upcoming EX60 as a premium game-changer, Ampol’s trailer-friendly fast chargers hitting the road, and the postponement of Everything Electric Sydney amid market challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned EV owner or just plugging in for the first time, get the lowdown on what’s driving Australia’s electric future—all in under 10 minutes!