Five-Star Safety Sweep, BYD Shark 6 Power Boost, and Subaru Trailseeker Details

Send us Fan MailPlugged 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, comprehensive 2026 BYD Shark 6 upgrades including 2.0-litre turbo for 345kW/750Nm, 3500kg towing, locking diffs, two-speed rear transmission, potential 300km EV range, cab-chassis option, and BYD's leadership strategy with dealer expansion and local tuning, Subaru Trailseeker electric SUV confirmation with 280kW dual motors, 4.4s sprint, 533km range, all-terrain specs, and Australian road relevance. Geely EX5 OTA adding Android Auto and full alert silencing with new sounds, NSW EV charging expansions via Jolt commuter parks listing locations and green power details plus strata grants up to $80,000 with eligibility and benefits, Genesis dedicated luxury EV platform for 2027 with flagship hints. Mining fleet electrification with Fortescue's 220-tonne trucks detailing battery, regen savings, and rollout, Volvo Bus BZR Electric coach with customisable battery/range and safety, affordable MG ZS Vibe specs undercutting rivals, Zeekr X power and charging upgrades, Denza B7 off-roader local tuning, fleet CO2 reduction key questions with examples. NZ's strong electrified sales breakdown as regional preview, GWM Ora 5 potential hatch replacement details, and the efficient Vessev VS-9 electric hydrofoil ferry specs and service. Extensive specs, Australian context, and market implications.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 & TransparencyAt 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.auhttps://autotalk.com.auhttps://www.carsguide.com.auhttps://evcentral.com.auhttps://www.drive.com.au