{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"267 - The EV101 Episode Part 1","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/267-the-ev101-episode-part-1","audioUrl":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a89dac09-f91a-43c9-b214-e54a1dc62945.mp3","description":"In this episode of EV Musings, Gary  introduces a series focused on the basics of electric vehicles  for beginners. He discusses who should consider going electric, the various ways to acquire an EV, and the importance of test driving before making a purchase. The episode aims to simplify the transition to electric vehicles by addressing common concerns and providing practical advice.This is Episode 1 of a 3-part series focused on teaching the basics of EV ownership to newbies.The EV Musings Podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the go-to app for EV drivers, helping you find and pay for public charging with confidence.Links in the show notes:Vodafone UK to electrify entire car fleet by 2026 - electrive.com - Cool ThingThe New EV Episode - The EV Musings PodcastTaking an EV Test drive - The EV Musings PodcastAll electric vehicles in Europe - EV DatabasePlug Life TelevisionLiving in an Apartment with an Electric Vehicle: Challenges and Solutions - The EV Musings PodcastPavement charging options - The EV Musings PodcastLiving with no Home Charger - The EV Musings PodcastEpisode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk(C) 2019-2026 Gary Comerford Support me: Patreon Link: http://www.patreon.com/evmusingsKo-fi Link: http://www.ko-fi.com/evmusings The Books:'So, you've gone electric?' on Amazon : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q5JVF1X'So, you've gone renewable?’ on Amazon : https://amzn.to/3LXvIckSocial Media:EVMusings: Twitter https://twitter.com/MusingsEvInstagram: @EVmusingsOctopus Energy referral code (Click this link to get started) https://share.octopus.energy/neat-star-460Upgrade to smarter EV driving with a free week's trial of Zapmap Premium, find out more here https://evmusings.com/zapmap-premiumMentioned in this episode:Tusker Salary SacrificeThe Tusker Car Benefit Scheme is a salary sacrifice car scheme where employees are provided with an affordable way to drive electric. It means an employee can drive a new car, complete with insurance, replacement tyres, MOTs, routine servicing and maintenance, as well as RAC breakdown cover – for a simple, fixed monthly amount. 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