About this episode
Mike and Jim discuss their recent experiences with new and upcoming cars, including the UK launch of Chinese brand Cherry Motors and Jim's hands-on time with the Renault 5 EV. They share insights on EV range, charging networks, and the practicality of electric road trips, including plans to drive a Volkswagen ID3 to the Munich Motor Show. The hosts also touch on Tesla ownership, public perceptions of the brand, and the challenges of content creation in the automotive space. The episode blends car reviews, industry news, and personal stories with a lighthearted tone.
This week on the Charging Status EV Podcast, Alex and Jim are in London, in a swanky hotel room together, having just attended the UK launch of Chery Motors. The pair talk about the new models, the Renault 5 and why Alex has fallen in love with it as well as some Tesla chat.
Volkswagen Tiguan
"So I think. Yeah, for basically a Tiguan rival. Yeah."
5 Renault 5
"...ell, so there are some rough edges and... It is a Renault 5 though, and let's not forget the old one, that wa..."
Toyota Yaris
"...the video of that one's out and I've also had the Toyota Yaris Cross in and the video of that one's out but neit..."
Tesla Model
"...lly done a couple of fairly decent journeys in my Tesla Model 3, which I've had for like six months now. I migh..."
Tesla Model 3
"...ne a couple of fairly decent journeys in my Tesla Model 3, which I've had for like six months now. I might ..."
Dodge Charger
"... went back to it. And I literally walked from the charger, had a wee, and walked back again."
Volkswagen Id3
"...ich. So yes, I'm going to be driving a Volkswagen ID3 all the way from the UK to Munich Motor Show."
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