Quick Charge: Big Plug-In SUVs, Cheaper PHEV Utes and New ANCAP Wins

Send us Fan MailEpisode 50 Quick Charge covers the biggest Australian EV and plug-in hybrid stories in a shorter format: Geely’s seven-seat hybrid SUV, Freelander’s electrified off-road return, MG’s long-range IM8 EREV, JAC’s cheaper plug-in hybrid ute, GWM’s latest PHEV and diesel-hybrid strategy, new ANCAP five-star results, Cadillac’s Lyriq price cut, Zeekr’s performance push, BMW’s electric M3, Leapmotor’s physical-key fix and Avatr testing in Melbourne.Timestamps — Quick Charge0:00 Intro0:40 Geely seven-seat hybrid SUV1:42 Freelander returns as an electrified off-roader2:37 MG IM8 range-extender SUV3:26 JAC Hunter PHEV ute4:29 GWM H6GT PHEV and diesel-hybrid plans5:00 New five-star ANCAP results5:38 Cadillac Lyriq price cut6:03 Zeekr FR and BMW electric M36:56 Leapmotor and Avatr updates9:09 OutroDisclaimer: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