The EV Musings Podcast

In episode 250 of the show, Gary hosts a mid-season roundtable with guests Charlie Gilbert from Field Dynamics and Liz Allan from Full Circle Continuous Improvement. The discussion centres on three key areas: strategic EV charger placement, the EV charging customer experience, and public charging speeds. Charlie emphasises the importance of data-driven decisions in charger deployment, especially i...

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary interviews Andreas Atkins, the UK and Ireland country manager for Ionity, about the company's charging network expansion, pricing strategy, and accessibility. The discussion covers Ionity's rollout plans, the challenges of site selection and power availability, and the controversy surrounding their pricing model. The episode also explores Ionity's partnerships w...

This episode of the podcast explores the rising cost of electric vehicle insurance premiums. Gary is joined by insurance expert Steven Williams to discuss the factors influencing these increases, including inflation, repair costs, and the evolving nature of vehicle technology. They also examine the role of telematics, the impact of software updates on insurance pricing, and potential innovations i...

This episode of EV Musings explores the reasons why some electric vehicle owners switch back to internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. Gary discusses misconceptions about EVs, challenges with charging infrastructure, and external factors that may force a return to petrol or diesel vehicles. He emphasizes the importance of education in helping new EV owners adapt to the differences between EVs and...

In this episode, Gary chats with reviewer Alex Lowe about what's out in the market in terms of new and cheap EVS. They cover all the NCAP market segments and identifies what's recently been released alongside what's coming in the next few months. So if you're looking for a new electric vehicle this is the episode to listen to. Guest Details: Alex Lowe: @alex.theinterface on Instagram Alex's Websit...

This episode of EV Musings explores the concept of renting electric vehicles (EVs) instead of owning them. The discussion covers short-term rental services like Zimble, which offers hourly EV rentals with home delivery, and traditional rental companies like Europcar, which provide both short-term and long-term EV rental options. The episode highlights the benefits of EV rentals, including cost sav...

This episode of EV Musings explores the evolution of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Northern Ireland. Host Gary reunites with Mark McCall, chair of the EV Association of Northern Ireland, to discuss the progress made since their last conversation in 2023. They examine the state of EV adoption, improvements in the charging network, government involvement, and challenges still facing EV...

This episode of EV Musings explores the concept of battery swapping for electric vehicles. I discuss how battery swapping could address one of the biggest concerns of EV skeptics—charging time. The episode examines the benefits of battery swapping, such as speed and flexibility, while also highlighting the challenges, including infrastructure requirements and limited manufacturer adoption. The dis...

In this episode of EV Musings, host Gary explores the BYD Dolphin, an affordable electric vehicle with a strong feature set. Guest Adrian Bond, an experienced EV owner, shares his insights after six months of ownership. They discuss the Dolphin’s range, charging capabilities, software updates, and practical usability. Adrian highlights the car’s strengths, such as its spacious interior and vehicle...

This episode of EV Musings features an in-depth conversation with Vicky Edmonds, the new CEO of EVA England. The discussion covers the organization's role in advocating for EV drivers, the challenges of EV adoption, and the policies needed to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles. Topics include the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, the cost of charging, public misinformation about EVs...

In Episode 240 Gary chats with jess Shanhan, Alec peachey and Shayne Ress on various different topics Jess leads a discussion on misinformation and the role of journalists. Shayne talks about the economics of public charging as a CPO. Alec talks about the role of councils in the EV infrastructure roll out. Gary talks about whether we're actually getting the charge speeds we should be from all this...

In the final non-round-table episode of the season, we look at the new government and what they can do. With each guest this season I've asked them the same question "With the change in government what can the new government do to increase the uptake of EVs?" I've collated all the answers and summarised the key themes. What I've also done is asked Matt Adams from the REA to comment on the likeliho...

This episode of EV Musings explores the history, evolution, and current state of Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) in the UK, with a focus on its implications for electric vehicles. The discussion covers the origins of VED, its transition from engine size-based taxation to emissions-based bands, and the recent changes introduced in the 2024 budget. This episode also examines how these changes impact EV ow...

This episode of EV Musings reflects on five years of podcasting about electric vehicles and renewable energy. Gary discusses the evolution of EVs, charging infrastructure, and public perception since 2019. Topics include the growth of Chargepoint Operators (CPOs), the challenges of misinformation, and the increasing integration of EVs with renewable energy systems. Gary also highlights key milesto...

This episode of EV Musings dives into the topic of electric vehicle (EV) fires, addressing common misconceptions and providing detailed insights into the causes, risks, and methods of extinguishing such fires. The discussion highlights several high-profile incidents, such as the Fremantle Highway and Luton Airport fires, which were falsely attributed to EVs. The episode also explores the chemistry...

This episode of EV Musings delves into the challenges and opportunities surrounding electric vehicle (EV) adoption in the United States. Despite being the birthplace of Tesla, the U.S. lags behind other countries like Norway in terms of EV uptake. The discussion covers the complexities of the U.S. charging infrastructure, the dominance of Tesla, the role of politics in EV adoption, and the importa...

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the feasibility of long-distance electric vehicle journeys, debunking common myths about range anxiety and charging infrastructure. Using personal experiences from a London to Geneva rally, Gary highlights the ease of long-distance EV travel, comparing it to fossil fuel vehicles. He also shares tips for first-time EV drivers and emphasizes the importan...

Zapmap, a key player in the electric vehicle ecosystem, is the focus of this episode of EV Musings. Host Gary discusses the evolution of ZapMap, its role in simplifying public charging, and the challenges it faces as the EV market grows. The episode features Ed Walsh, Head of Product at Zapmap, who provides insights into the app's development, its future roadmap, and how it balances user needs wit...

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary explores the electric vehicle market in Australia. He is joined by Sarah Aubrey, an electrification advocate, to discuss the current state of EV adoption in the country. They touch on the impact of government policies, the growth of EV sales, and the challenges faced by the Australian market. The conversation highlights the recent shift in government incentives...

In this episode of EV Musings, we focus on the topic of battery health in second-hand electric vehicles (EVs). Gary discusses the common misconceptions about EV batteries, particularly the comparison between smartphone batteries and EV batteries. He explains how battery degradation works, the importance of battery management systems, and how to assess the health of a second-hand EV battery. The ep...

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the future of public charging pricing for electric vehicles. He explores the current state of public charging costs, the factors influencing pricing, and potential future trends. The episode includes insights from Rich Wilcox of Kalibrate, who compares the evolution of fuel pricing to what might happen with EV charging. Gary also delves into the challe...

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary interviews Adrian Fielden-Gray, co-founder and COO of Be. EV, a national charge point operator. The discussion covers Be. EV's strategic expansion from Manchester to other parts of the UK, focusing on partnerships with existing car parks and garden centres like Dobbies. Adrian explains Be. EV's approach to hardware, pricing models, and customer experience, empha...

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the complexities of paying for electric vehicle charging, comparing it to the ease of paying for other services like parking or petrol. He explores various payment methods, including contactless, RFID, apps, and roaming services, and argues that a roaming RFID card is the most efficient solution. The episode also features Sara Sloman from Paythru, who...

In this episode of the show, Gary discusses Sainsbury's entry into the electric vehicle charging market with their new "Smart Charge" initiative. Patrick Dunne, Sainsbury's Director of EV Ventures, explains the company's strategy to install 750 ultra-rapid chargers at 100 stores by 2024. The discussion covers Sainsbury's motivations, the decision to use ultra-rapid charging, the selection of Kempo...

This episode of EV Musings focuses on the challenges faced by electric vehicle (EV) owners living in apartments, particularly when it comes to charging infrastructure. Gary discusses the difficulties of installing EV chargers in apartment complexes, the role of landlords and property managers, and the solutions offered by companies like ChargeGuru. The episode also highlights the importance of at-...