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 challenges charge point operators (CPOs) face, such as high installation and maintenance costs, and the im...
Oct 21, 2024•27 min•Season 12Ep. 230
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, emphasizing the importance of well-maintained and accessible charging stations. The episode also touches on ...
Oct 14, 2024•27 min•Season 12Ep. 229
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 discusses "payment anxiety" and the challenges drivers face with pre-authorisations, variable pricin...
Oct 07, 2024•34 min•Season 12Ep. 228
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 Kempower as their hardware provider, and the challenges of rolling out a large-scale EV charging network....
Sep 30, 2024•28 min•Season 12Ep. 227
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-home or alternative base charging for EV adoption and explores the complexities of installing commun...
Sep 23, 2024•31 min•Season 12Ep. 226
In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the value of subscription services for electric vehicle charging. He explores various subscription models offered by different charge point operators and OEMs, explaining how these subscriptions can help EV owners reduce their charging costs. The episode also provides a detailed breakdown of how to calculate whether a subscription is worthwhile based on your charging habits. Additionally, Gary touches on the future of EV charging subscriptions, inclu...
Sep 16, 2024•21 min•Season 12Ep. 225
In this episode of EV Musings, host Gary discusses the latest trends and developments in the world of affordable electric vehicles (EVs) with Jack Scarlett, a presenter from the Fully Charged Show. They explore the progress of EVs becoming more accessible and affordable, focusing on smaller, budget-friendly models. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by Chinese EV manufacturers entering the European market, as well as the importance of efficiency and simpl...
Sep 09, 2024•45 min•Season 12Ep. 224
In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the common mistakes new electric vehicle owners make when charging their vehicles for the first time. Using a real-life example, Gary highlights the importance of proper preparation, including using apps like Zapmap, filtering for reliable charge point operators, and understanding the charging process. The episode aims to educate new EV owners on how to avoid pitfalls and ensure a smooth first charging experience. What are the key things you need to ...
Sep 02, 2024•23 min•Season 12Ep. 223
In this episode of EV Musings, Gary delves into the topic of electric vehicle (EV) tyres, addressing common myths and facts surrounding their efficiency, wear, and particulate emissions. The discussion covers the role of tyres in vehicle efficiency, the impact of driving style on tyre wear, and the misconception that EVs produce more tyre particulates due to their weight. The episode also introduces innovative solutions like the Tyre Collective's device for capturing tyre particulates and explor...
Aug 26, 2024•33 min•Season 12Ep. 222
In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the various apps that electric vehicle (EV) owners might need to manage their vehicles effectively. The episode covers three main categories of apps: those specific to the vehicle, those related to charging infrastructure, and general apps that enhance the EV experience. Gary also touches on the importance of these apps, the convenience they offer, and the potential privacy concerns associated with them. Additionally, the episode highlights the new P...
Aug 19, 2024•24 min•Season 12Ep. 221
It's the end of the season and, as usual, we are finishing with a Round Table Episode. In Round Table XI Gary talks with three specially invited guests on a range of topics in the EV space. This episode we're looking at: The issue of EVs for disabled people The issue of EVs and the selling process The issue of EVs and living without a home charger The issue of EVs and the rollout of infrastructure My guests this week are: Steph Weller - A disabled EV driver Michele Liddle - A new convert to EVs ...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 11Ep. 220
In Episode 219 Gary looks back at the changes in the EV landscape All the guests this season were asked the same question: "What is the most significant change you have seen in the EV landscape since you started driving electric?" I've collated their responses and this is where we look at what those in the industry think has been significant for EVs and EV drivers. This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their c...
Jul 01, 2024•30 min•Season 11Ep. 219
In Episode 218 Gary discusses the whole arena of geospatial planning. This is the practice of using multiple different data sources to identify the best place to put new chargers in. Charge Point Operators have limited funds and lots of potential places to put chargers. They need to make the best use of their resources and put them where they will get the most usage. So how do they do this? We talk with two companies active in this field: Geotab and Field Dynamics This season of the podcast is s...
Jun 24, 2024•34 min•Season 11Ep. 218
In Episode 217 Gary goes through what you should do to make the most of your EV test drive. We talk about the different sort of test drives, doing a longer run, checking your daily commute and learning about charging in public This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging. Links in the show notes: Porsche Taycan safety cars at the Berlin E-prix - Cool thing London's waste heat - Carbon Fact Episode prod...
Jun 17, 2024•20 min•Season 11Ep. 217
In Episode 216 Gary talks with james Court - CEO OF EVA England - about the whole education arena and what EVA England is doing to help educate drivers, politicians and memers of the public Guest Details: James Court : James's Website This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging. Links in the show notes: 162 - The EVA England Update Episode 87 - The EVA England Episode Only boil the water you need. - C...
Jun 10, 2024•28 min•Season 11Ep. 216
In this episode, Gary looks at the 2035 date to ban the ale of new fossil fuel cars in the UK. It was 2030. Then it got moved. Is this good or bad? What are the barriers to making this happen? Will it move back to 2030? This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging. Links in the show notes: The Ministerial Episode - We speak with Anthony browner, Minister for Aviation and Decarbonisation Mycocycle plast...
Jun 03, 2024•28 min•Season 11Ep. 215
In this episode, Gary continues his look at charging solutions for those with no off-street parking. In episode 199 last season we looked at public charging solutions. In this episode, we'll look at solutions that allow you to use your own electricity supply but pipe it out to a car on the road. Guest Details: Ben Macdonald : Ben has been an environmentalist and educator throughout his career. He cofounded an environmental group in Aotearoa/New Zealand in 1997 that led to the cessation of loggin...
May 27, 2024•43 min•Season 11Ep. 214
In Episode 213 Gary covers a topic of great importance to the majority of current EV drivers: finding and installing a home charger. Why do you need one? What should you look out for and how much will it cost? We speak with reps from a couple of the top charger manufacturers. This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging. Links in the show notes: In-depth Q&A: Can ‘carbon offsets’ help to tackle cli...
May 20, 2024•27 min•Season 11Ep. 213
In Episode 212 Gary tackles the thorny subject of car dealers. Are they set up for success when it comes to selling electric vehicles? How are they incentivised? Do they make any money from servicing now? What is the education they get given about EVs? Why don't more of them drive EVs? Guest Details: Simon Acton :Irish EV Awards 2024 Winner, eMobility expert, Founder & Managing Director at Next Eco Car, Irish distributor for AVILOO EV Battery Diagnostics. Simon's Website @nextecocar on Twitt...
May 13, 2024•26 min•Season 11Ep. 212
In this episode, Gary talks through a cause very close to his heart: making film and TV production green. How do prouction companies reduce emissions from diesel generators, transportation and even simple things like catering? What can the film and TV industry do to green up electricity generation, catering, transportation and recycling? This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging. Links in the show n...
May 06, 2024•21 min•Season 11Ep. 211
In this episode, Gary talks with Anthony Browne the current minister for decarbonisation in the UK. We talk about his brief, some upcoming announcements and initiatives, and touch on items such as decarbonising aviation. What are his thoughts on reducing the price of public charging? What about hydrogen? What about decarbonsing aviation? Anthony Browne : Minister for Technology and Decarbonisation - UK Department for Transport @AnthonyBrowneMP on Twitter This season of the podcast is sponsored b...
Apr 29, 2024•39 min•Season 11Ep. 210
In Episode 209 Gary chats with a number of people who live without home charging. It's, obviously, easier if you can charge where you live. But that doesn't mean that not having a home charger makes EV ownership untenable. We talk to people who find it easy, difficult, complex, good value, or expensive. Is it expensive? How much is AC/ destination charging vs how much is rapid/ ultra rapid charging? Is it easier with a Tesla? This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to downlo...
Apr 22, 2024•26 min•Season 11Ep. 209
In Episode 208 Gary answers the questions you wanted answering. We talk with ChargeUk about price drops on public charging, 3TI about V2G, and Colin Walker about dropping EV sales amongst others! What are the questions you have about owning and running EVs? We asked you to provide the burning questions you had and we answered them (with a little help from some friends) Guest Details: Chris Pateman Jones is the Chair of ChargeUK and the CEO of Connected Kerb Mark Potter is the Chief Technical Off...
Apr 15, 2024•22 min•Season 11Ep. 208
In Episode 207 Gary looks at some of the tariffs you can get on the open market that provide reduced rate charging if you have an electric vehicle. We speak specifically with Alex Thwaites from OVO Energy. Guest Details: Alex is the Director Of Electric Vehicles at OVO Energy, a service dedicated to providing services to EV owners in the UK. The OVO Anytime offering provides cheap home charging, a home charge unit and an app for public charging, too. Alex's Website This season of the podcast is ...
Apr 08, 2024•36 min•Season 11Ep. 207
In this episode of EV Musings, Gary discusses the idea that households with off-street parking and two cars should consider making one of them electric. The conversation explores the case of households with two fossil fuel cars, addresses cost and range concerns, highlights the availability of small-sized EVs, and discusses the benefits of owning an EV. He also emphasizes the role of education and test drives in overcoming ignorance and misinformation about electric vehicles. Takeaways Household...
Apr 01, 2024•19 min•Season 11Ep. 206
In Episode 205 Gary looks at climate in a fascinating conversation with Richard Allan- a climate scientist and academic. They discuss the difference between climate and weather, why carbon is so important despite being such a small part of the atmosphere, why some climate scientists disagree about global warming and we hear his thoughts on carbon offsets and geoengineering. Ever wanted to ask a climate scientist the questions about climate that nobody is asking? I do that for you Guest Details: ...
Mar 25, 2024•31 min•Season 11Ep. 205
In Episode 204 Gary chats with Colin Walker, head of transport at the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit, about the work he is doing removing, countering, and fighting misinformation around electric vehicles. We discuss EV fires, tyre and brake particulates, the state of EV sales and all the other tropes that publications like the Telegraph and Net Zero Watch appear to be pushing forward. Guest Details: Colin is Head of Transport at the Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit - a non-profit org...
Mar 18, 2024•50 min•Season 11Ep. 204
In Episode 203 Gary discusses some of the financial benefits which accrue from owning an electric car. These include specific tariffs and demand management sessions. We'll be looking at the sort of things that can make EV ownership profitable. Guest Details: Karl Bach Karl is the co-founder and CEO of Axle Energy. Axle's software connects EVs, batteries, and electric heating to flexibility markets, helping households save up to £500/yr. Prior to founding Axle, Karl worked in various capacities i...
Mar 11, 2024•26 min•Season 11Ep. 203
In Episode 202 Gary discusses the whole topic of Paltering Paltering is the active use of selective truthful statements to mislead. Today we'll be seeing why that is an issue and discussing specific examples here it has been used for misinformation purposes. This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap , the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging. Links in the show notes: Carbon fact link Unbound Energy launches new solar subscription for residen...
Mar 04, 2024•29 min•Season 11Ep. 202
In Episode 201 Gary talks with Anne Snelson from Lead With Sustainability. She emphasizes the importance of carbon literacy training in raising awareness and inspiring individuals to make meaningful changes. Anne highlights the significant impact of the transport sector on carbon emissions and suggests sustainable alternatives such as public transport and active travel. She also addresses misconceptions about carbon footprints and the role of individuals in reducing their carbon impact. Anne sha...
Feb 26, 2024•33 min•Season 11Ep. 201
