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This Week:
This week: Australias kerbside charging rollout risks low utilisation without EV‑only bays; automakers step up November cashback and low‑rate finance deals; a Tesla software update reportedly blocks third‑party bidirectional home power; and BYD expands its Australian parts network. Paige explains why these shifts matter for EV buyers, with prompts to compare comparison rates, fees and terms, check charging access and feature support, and consider servicing and downtime alongside interest rates.
EPISODE 3485 | Electric Vehicle Loans Weekly Podcast | Mon, 9th Nov 2026
12 Nov 2026 | Paige Estritori
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Hello and welcome to the Electric Vehicle Loans Weekly Podcast, Im Paige Estritori, and its Monday, 9 November 2026.
First up, thousands of new kerbside chargers are planned from March 2027 under the federal Accelerating EV Charging Program. Many will be mounted on power poles without EV‑only parking, and real‑world data shows undedicated bays get used far less because theyre often “ICEd” by internal‑combustion cars. That risks lower climate benefits and poor value for money, even as households help fund the rollout. If street charging matters to you, check with your council about dedicated EV bays, and factor likely access—not just charger counts—into your running costs.
Next up, makers sharpened deals this week. One popular small SUV now lists at about thirty‑three grand drive‑away with a $1,000 cashback or a three‑year promo around 0.88 per cent annual rate and a 2.71 per cent comparison rate for deliveries by 30 November. Another mid‑size EV is offering $2,000 cashback, or roughly a 0.99 per cent comparison rate finance option, plus a home AC charger for November buyers. Competitive offers can narrow the gap between dealer finance and a bank loan. Compare the comparison rate, fees and any balloon, and match the term to how long you plan to keep the car. Our calculators can help you test repayments and total cost.
Meanwhile, some Tesla owners report a recent software update blocks third‑party bidirectional chargers from powering the home. Locally, Teslas own home‑backup feature cant be retrofitted and is vehicle‑to‑load only for now. If using your EV for home backup is part of your savings plan, confirm supported hardware and policies before you buy or update, because features can change and that alters your payback math.
And a quick ownership note: BYD says its Australian fleet has passed 150,000 and it has expanded to four national parts hubs holding a large local inventory, with a bigger facility due in early 2027. Faster parts supply can reduce downtime and support resale confidence. When you compare loans, weigh warranty, servicing access and likely repair times alongside the rate.
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