60: Show Us Yours
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May 08, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 60
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\nThe EV Café crew, have the wonderful privilege of talking to some amazing pioneers, innovators, and collaborators in our industry. The generosity, openness, honesty, and insight from our guests has been truly humbling and inspirational. We want as many people as possible, to be challenged and inspired by these podcasts.\n","$":{"audioboom:html":"1"}}
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59: Sarah Clarke: Transitioning to Sustainable Mobility
Sarah Clarke from Europcar Mobility Group joins Paul Kirby to discuss her role and the broader initiatives Europcar is implementing to promote sustainable mobility. As the B2C Marketing Manager, Sarah highlights how Europcar is actively transitioning its fleet to electric vehicles (EVs), ensuring that customers can experience EVs firsthand, thereby demystifying electric transportation. The discussion delves into the challenges of shifting a traditional rental fleet to a sustainable model, emphas...
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Apr 10, 2024•36 min•Ep. 57
56: Guy Haydon: Electric Dreams Take Flight
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Apr 03, 2024•46 min•Ep. 56
55: Paul Allera: Let’s Enhance Our Understanding
Paul Allera, Technical Director at the RHA (The Road Haulage Association) shares his journey in the transport industry, emphasising the significance of giving back and supporting the SMEs within the road haulage sector. His rich background, beginning as an apprentice mechanic and evolving through various roles, highlights a deep-rooted passion for the sector. He underlines the importance of mentorship and development within the industry, showcasing a commitment to enriching the SMEs that form th...
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54: Mike Cutts: Electrifying the Commercial Vehicle Space
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Mar 20, 2024•44 min•Ep. 54
53: Emma Thompson: Engineering the Future
Emma Thompson, distinct from her Hollywood namesake, highlights her journey and passion in the engineering sector, particularly her role at the Society of Operations Engineers. This episode dives into the evolution of the engineering field, emphasising diversity, inclusion, and the significant shifts towards sustainability. Thompson shares insights on the crucial support systems for engineers, the importance of professional development, and how engineering conventions like the Commercial Vehicle...
Mar 13, 2024•35 min•Ep. 53
52: Tomas Edwards: The Transport Hierarchy Dream
Tomas Edwards, who transitioned from financial services to business strategy and consulting, discusses his journey and passion for the EV sector. He highlights the significance of software in optimising EV charging networks, emphasising the need for future-proofing infrastructure with advanced protocols like OCPP 2.0.1. Edwards shares insights into the evolving landscape of EV adoption, stressing the importance of accessible and efficient charging solutions to support the growing number of elect...
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51: Mark Newberry: From Grassroots to Green Futures in the EV Landscape
In this episode, Mark Newberry, Commercial Director for Europcar Mobility Group, shares his journey from a working-class upbringing to being a key player in the EV rental sector. With a history steeped in challenging norms and a personal discovery of dyslexia later in life, Mark highlights the importance of adaptability, resilience, and passion in driving both personal and industry-wide change. His account delves into the transformative power of embracing neurodiversity, the pursuit of sustainab...
Feb 28, 2024•49 min•Ep. 51
50: Fraser Crichton: The Key to Dundee EV
In this captivating episode, Fraser Crichton from Dundee City Council takes us through Dundee's ambitious journey towards electric vehicle (EV) integration, highlighting the city's innovative approach to EV infrastructure and fleet electrification. With a focus on reducing pollution and enhancing air quality, Fraser shares insights into Dundee's strategic deployment of electric taxis, refuse collection vehicles, and the creation of EV charging hubs. His narrative is driven by a passion for susta...
Feb 21, 2024•58 min•Ep. 50
49: Renee Rogers: ONO, it’s Renee Rogers
Renee Rogers, CEO and founder of ONO, discussed her journey from managing a fleet of vehicles to creating a tech company aimed at streamlining the reporting and management of road traffic incidents for fleet owners and drivers. With a background that transitioned from the wedding industry to fleet management, Renee identified a gap in the efficient handling of accidents. This realisation led her to develop ONO, a solution designed to aid drivers in reporting accidents quickly and efficiently. La...
Feb 14, 2024•54 min•Ep. 49
48: Dan Caesar: Fully Charged to Everything Electric: A Global EV Evolution
In this episode, Dan Caesar delves into the transformative journey of Fully Charged, highlighting its role in advancing EVs and clean energy. As the platform evolves into the global brand "Everything Electric," Dan's insights underline the expanding horizon of electrification. His leadership has been pivotal in shaping Fully Charged's impact and reach, emphasising the significance of innovation and sustainability in the EV sector. Through engaging storytelling, Dan shares his vision for a cleane...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 48
47: Duncan Webb: From Clucking to Trucking: A Fleet Manager's Journey
This episode features Duncan Webb from The AA, an innovator and expert in the fleet industry. Webb's journey from a farm job managing 3,000 chickens to becoming a fleet management leader reflects his drive and adaptability. He shares insights from transitioning BT's fleet to a B2B strategy and his evolution from a finance professional to a fleet expert. At The AA, Webb leads a diverse fleet of over 8,000 vehicles, facing challenges like evolving technology and operational efficiency. He emphasis...
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45: Martin Dorey: Making Sustainability Cool
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44: New Year Special
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43: Russell Peterson: Pioneering Electric Vehicles for Tough Terrains
In this episode, Russell Peterson, founder of Munro, delves into creating electric vehicles for challenging industries like agriculture and mining. Monroe initially planned to convert old Land Rovers to electric, but pivoted to developing new products based on customer feedback. Peterson's software background shapes Munro’s development strategy, emphasising iterative improvements through customer feedback. The episode highlights Munro’s unique approach in the EV market, showcasing Peterson's jou...
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41: Toddington Harper: From Coral Reefs to Electric Streets
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40: Charlie Gilbert: "You're Gonna Play Again”
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Nov 08, 2023•34 min•Ep. 36
35: Jasmine Bishop: Bustia, Buses, and Puppies… A Journey to Electric!
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In the podcast, Rob from Churchill Expert delves into electric vehicle insurance complexities, attributing high premiums to advanced technology and repair challenges. The discussion touches on the transitional nature of the EV insurance sector, emphasising cost fluctuations due to technological advancements and market entries, like Chinese manufacturers. Rob advocates for accelerated societal shifts towards sustainability, expressing dissatisfaction with political green initiative stances. The c...
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32: Charlotte Argue: Debunking Myths and Embracing Electric Collaboration
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This is a tough listen. Kate’s life has been challenging to say the least, which is what makes the end result so much more wonderful and inspirational! Please be warned that this episode deals with some very tough topics. It is rare to find one so brave to share as openly as she has. The resulting business of ChargeSafe which has come as a result of a heightened sensitivity to safety when charging is pioneering a new standard. Kate is open, engaging, driven, and passionate and you will come away...
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