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In Episode 82 of Plugged In Australia: Quick Charge, Australia gets an unusual new ultra-fast charging installation in Perth that combines a large battery with solar and a relatively modest grid connection.
Mitsubishi finally reveals the identity of the Australian-tuned electric SUV we first reported on back in June, confirming the ASX VR-e for a fourth-quarter launch with four local grades.
GAC confirms an even cheaper version of the Aion UT is coming before the end of 2026, CUPRA rolls out a finance offer covering the Terramar VZe plug-in hybrid, and a Chinese government filing gives us our first proper look at GWM’s Ora 5 plug-in hybrid Touring.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Intro
00:37 — Battery-backed ultra-fast charging goes live in Perth
04:27 — Mitsubishi ASX VR-e confirmed for Australia
06:56 — Cheaper GAC Aion UT coming this year
08:34 — CUPRA Terramar VZe finance offer
09:41 — GWM Ora 5 PHEV Touring revealed
11:51 — Outro
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.
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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.au
- https://autotalk.com.au
- https://www.carsguide.com.au
- https://evcentral.com.au
- https://www.drive.com.au
