American Automaker's Export Explosion & Lyriq Lands 'Down Under'! | Fully Charged Show Podcast

Feb 3, 2025

In this episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Robert Llewellyn sits down with Jess Bala, Managing Director of General Motors Australia & New Zealand, to explore the future of EVs, Cadillac’s debut in Australia, and the country’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape.

Robert and Jess also discuss what's driving Australia's electric vehicle adoption, including the country’s new vehicle efficiency standards, the surging EV adoption rates and how General Motors is adapting to this transformation. Jess shares insights on GM’s direct-to-consumer sales model, the launch of the Cadillac Lyriq, the company’s long standing history in electric vehicles, and what’s next for GM Down Under. Enjoy!  

Watch the episode here! https://youtu.be/KZnogRh66yI

00:00 - Welcome to the Fully Charged Show Podcast! 

02:37 - Interview with General Motors ANZ CEO Jess Bala 

06:37 - Remanufacturing in Australia 

07:46 - The arrival of the Cadillac Lyriq and GM's EV strategy 

11:20 - Direct-to-Consumer EV Sales Model Explained 

13:30 - The Chinese EV Boom & Its Global Impact 

16:51 - Designing an electric Cadillac 

19:33 - Women in the Automotive Industry 

24:17 - How long does it take?! 

25:36 - Very Very Fast Charging 

27:33 - A didgeridoo??! 

30:29 - Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

 

 

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