273 - The Female Perspective Episode
About this episode
Exploring the unique challenges women face when buying electric vehicles, this episode features Kate Tyrell sharing her personal experiences with dealership sexism, lack of EV knowledge among sales staff, and the importance of tailored advice for female buyers. They discuss the need for better EV education for dealers, practical tips for women on charging and vehicle features, and the value of female-focused EV communities. The conversation also touches on marketing gaps and innovations like Porsche's upcoming wireless charging. Overall, it highlights how understanding and empathy can improve the EV buying experience for women.
In Episode 273, Kate Tyrrell, founder of Chargesafe and head of marketing for 3TI Energy Hubs, shares her insights on the electric vehicle industry, particularly from a female perspective.
She discusses the challenges women face when purchasing EVs, the importance of knowledgeable sales staff, and the need for better training and education for both consumers and dealership employees.
The conversation also touches on effective marketing strategies for EVs and the significance of community support for women drivers.
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Links in the show notes:
- Women Drive Electric – Bridging the gap between consumers and the EV industry
- New Porsche Cayenne Electric Will Come With Wireless Charging - Cool thing
- 190 - The Induction Charging Episode - The EV Musings Podcast
Episode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk
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