Episode 84; Quick Charge; Atto 3 Evo Pricing & Specs, HQ Launch Update & finalists for the 2026 Fleet of the Year award

Send us Fan Mail The BYD Atto 3 Evo now has Australian pricing and a confirmed two-variant local lineup, including a much more powerful rear-wheel-drive Premium with 800-volt architecture and 220-kilowatt charging. We also have a substantial update on Hongqi’s Australian launch under the HQ name, with its first electric SUV now confirmed for January 2027 and some extremely ambitious sales targets. And in the fleet world, Blacktown City Council, Ausgrid and Parkes Shire Council have been named finalists for the 2026 Fleet of the Year award, with electrification playing very different roles across all three operations. # TIMESTAMPS **00:00** — Intro **00:43** — BYD Atto 3 Evo priced for Australia **04:39** — HQ locks in its Australian launch **07:49** — Fleet of the Year finalists **10:39** — 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. Plugged in Australia and its hosts are not responsible for any decisions, misunderstandings, or purchases made based on the content of this show. **Sourcing & Transparency** At 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.au - https://autotalk.com.au - https://www.carsguide.com.au - https://evcentral.com.au - https://www.drive.com.au