Could the new management at BYD Australia bring the tiny Seagull to our shores? Could this be a sub $25,000 EV? Would the lack of a five star ANCAP put you off or could you consider the details of the rating? A BYD Owner with plenty of K's has concerns about his battery. And Paul is back with thoughts on the Ford F150 Thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Dashcams, this is your EV Podcast
Susie owns a BYD, but when the lease is up - doesn't think she'll go EV again - whats behind that? David is back, he's test driven three cars - how is the choice shaping up Woolies is rewarding those who charge at the supermarket and Stephen and Trevor drive the Zeekr 009 All thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams Get in touch with your story, thanks to Vodafone text 0477 657 657
News from BYD recently that the local distribution is being taken over by the Global Company, what next?Stephen has tyre woes - is this common?We talk to Danny about his new BYD and the disappointing things he's found.Range Anxiety via stealth, when you lend your car to family, and buying your second EV - Craig has options!
This week we're joined by NRMA Insurance CEO Julie Batch to talk about the second part of their Electric Vehicle research report called "Changing Gears" We look into the changes happening at service and repair centres and the education required to equip them And the myths and issues that are holding back EV adoption. We'd welcome your views, on 0477 657 657
The blokes are impressed by the Zeekr X - it's important to know its place in the market, but it's premium for sure! Chris has a BYD Sealion 7 on order and has questions! Jamie is BACK on the show after ordering his second EV! Join us on the show, text or WhatsApp to 0477 657 657
The two seat sportscar turning heads - MG's Cyberster is pricey but impressive. Joan has questions for Zeekr we get answers for, and Lewis is new to the EV game and has tips for us all! And Mark was an EV skeptic just months ago, and now - he owns one! Join the show - 0477 657 657
Trev and Stephen have been driving the Deepal S07 and while it's nice, is it a bit annoying? Would you buy it? We've got a response for Greg on the battery depletion over long periods. David calls in about performance vs handling, and Rod has an invention making waves in Melbourne for people with no off-street parking. Get in touch to talk EVs - 0477 657 657
This week we're joined by Nicholas Wodzinski, Senior Product Manager of the EV team at Amber who discusses their trial of Vehicle to Grid (V2G) technology - we learn what it is, how it will work and what's going to hold back V2G uptake in Australia. We also talk to a listener about idle battery drain - how long can you park your car without charging? And a young Aussie developer has launched a new EV charging app that could change the game of finding chargers in real-time - download CHARGED on i...
Trev and Steve drive the Smart #3 Brabus edition and share their thoughts - we'll have to talk to Penelope again soon! Plus we talk about EV options vs PHEV for a city dweller with some weekend drive needs. We learn about battery health and what it really means, and we discuss the Road Usage Charges which are quite frankly a requirement if the federal budget is going to balance. What do you think? Get in touch 0477 657 657
This week, on 0477 657 657 Alex joins us to share her love for her 2020 MG ZS - bought it for the colour, but learned a lot along the way - what now? To sell or to keep it? And we talk to a man looking to buy new, but there's a debate in the house about Hybrid vs EV - we weigh in on that. And we revisit with a Tesla owner to discuss cold climate driving and service schedules.
This week on the Two Blokes EV show, we're back behind the wheel of some great cars with more to come. Plus we hear from Jamie who didn't just get an EV, he's gone all in - he may be our spirit leader in the world of EV And Ian calls back after taking the plunge and trading the Prado for a BMW EV! YOU can get in touch with a simple text to 0477 657 657
Geely is yet another brand hitting the Aussie market, so how will they price their cars? Well it looks good - low $40k area. Plus we talk to a Volvo owner who had considered a Toad but changed his mind. And a Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner who is learning fast now as an EV owner. Plus, charger ettiquite - how to respect the others!
Chatting about the basic principals of EV ownership and things to look for when in the market. Plus we discuss the idea of a commercial EV for business - what options are there? And a Model 3 with 120,000k's on it - hows it going, and what's next! Get in touch to chat EVs - send us a text to 0477 657 657
BYD responds to the issues raised on our show regarding BYD Atto 3 vehicles not charging at V3/V4 Tesla Superchargers. A follow up from Simon, and we meet a man about to pickup his BYD Shark Ute, keen as mustard. And a KIA Niro owner who kissed the Toad and loves it! Get in touch to talk EVs with us - 0477 657 657
A general chat about EV safety and how they might be perceived one way they are actually as safe as any other, if not more. Plus we talk to a man with a big solar system and a BYD on the way! And Bob calls in from Canada - is Australia a long way behind or how do we look? Get in touch, send a text to 0477 657 657
BYD's new Sealion 7 looks the goods and is priced to beat the Model Y - the boys share their thoughts on this week's show. Plus we talk to an EX30 owner about the Volvo experience and some tips on those regional chargers - would you carry a second SIM card? And a worrying problem with the BYD Atto3 that could leave you stranded - what is it and why is it happening? If you want to talk EVs - anything at all, send us a text or WhatsApp - 0477 657 657
Brendon Green from Pickles joins us to talk about how healthy an EV battery is after it's first owner - the surprising results that give us hope for the future! Plus we talk to Glen about options to replace a RAV4 Hybrid, and he has some questions about charging And Nick has feedback about certain charging networks - interesting show today! Text us any time, 0477 657 657!
This week we talk to Julie Perrissel about her app IVYGo - where you can list your EV charger for other people to use. Set the rates by time and earn money! Caller Lucy wonders about charging for her new car - she nearly took on Penelope's record for cars tested but we love what she settled on. And Lloyd talks to us about research showing battery life may be far longer than anticipated! Get in touch, text us on 0477 657 657!
Do you want to talk about EVs? Do you own one? Whatever it is, get in touch - send us a text on 0477 657 657 - we'll get you on the show! This week a simple question, NOT a silly question - about charging plugs. Mark calls - he's working on EV chargers on a grand scale and we all learn from him. And John has an Ioniq which ran flat, Trev can relate.
Trev had an issue charging in regional NSW, and got in some strife complaining about it - but he's standing his ground. If you want to go to the EVERYTHING ELECTRIC EV show in Sydney March 7-9, use Promo code TWOBLOKES for a discount! And we have FREE TICKETS for our callers - so get in touch to talk EVs on 0477 657 657 This week we talk about Wagons vs SUVs and Tesla ownership from a Scott in Australia
There's a new broom sweeping through the USA - so will that affect EV car sales there, and could there be knock on effects around the world? We have a return call from Penelope! How many cars did she test? Has she bought an EV yet?? And a chat about if we need a simple EV out there in the market! GET IN TOUCH to talk EVs with us - text 0477 657 657
Stephen and Trevor discuss the resale value of EVs, considering how different one car might be to another and how a brand new model may be an uncertainty. Plus, we talk on 0477 657 657 to a couple of callers. One who has a new but old Tesla And, a man on his way to pickup his first EV! Get in touch, text or whatsapp 0477 657 657
Is the EV market slowing down? No. We look at a bunch of EVs set to hit the market in Australia this year. It's a long long list, and some brands are new, some established and some pivoting to Electric. Plus we talk to a man who loves his new Toad - if you want to tell us about your EV experience, get in touch - 0477 657 657
Stephen and Trevor are in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show, and this week, there's big news from Tesla - a new look Model Y! And, we can now talk to you about the advanced and impressive BMW iDrive changes, bringing a panoramic display to all the New Class BMW's coming from late this year. Get in touch, 0477 657 657!
Cars Cars Cars, but what about the two wheel form of transport, Motorbikes. This week we talk to ZERO about their electric bikes the regulatory hassles and how they are too often overlooked. We also hear from a frustrated EV owner and the story of a particular charger in North Queensland. Would love to hear from you, text or WhatsApp 0477 657 657
Whats the number you run your battery down to? What number gives you anxiety? How low can you go:). Trevor and Stephen share their thoughts. We talk to a man who's driven more Km's than most EV owners, and has done what could be the lowest cost per km run too! And how about Graham, gets the wife a Taycan then gets his own, but has views on public charging! Get in touch with the Two Blokes, text or whatsapp 0477 657 657
Is the Tesla Cybertruck the most recalled car ever? Maybe not, but it sure is working toward it. Thank goodness it's not in Australia. New brand Deepal has revealed the pricing for their mid-sized electric SUV - but would you take it over a Tesla? We talk Electric Utes and the stunning Hybrid options and a new Mercedes EV owner talks about getting EV'd at a charger Share your story, sms 0477 657 657.
Stephen and Trevor travel to Spartanburg South Carolina as guests of BMW to check out "Plant Spartanburg" where BMW makes all their X cars. The plant is growing, to expand production and be ready for Electric Cars - but not just electric cars! Fascinating stuff! And we talk to an EV9 owner who had a horror road trip, but loves the car! Plus, how you can get fit while charging. Share your story with us, send a text to 0477 657 657
Would you "donate" the power in your car to a disaster affected community? That's possible under a trail plan from MyCar to use EVs with Vehicle to Load capabilities to give power to people who need it most. Plus we talk to Chargefox about their research into time-of-day charging and how it might affect charging habits. And a caller who has gone from being a one-car one-motorbike household to owning two BYDs! Get in touch with us - 0477 657 657
Trev had a road trip in the All Electric Cupra, went ok, but exposed a bunch of real problems with our regional charging network. And while there, came across an all-electric Prime Mover. The Windrose, and this week we talk to a representative of the company about what they are doing and what it is. Plus we'd love to hear from you on your views on our charging infrustructure - text 0477 657 657.
