Nevo EV News Podcast May 4, 2026

Nevo Research show EVs now cheaper, SIMI April 2026 Numbers, Hyundai IONIQ 3 Launch, VW ID.Polo Launch, Merc CLA Irish Launch, New e408 Driven and Nevo Driving Experience Waterford May 24th 2026

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Topic

SIMI

SIMI is an Irish organization that tracks car industry data. They publish monthly numbers, and the hosts use the April 2026 figures to talk about how EVs are doing.

Concept

EVs on average, top 10 versus top 10 being cheaper than petrol or diesel

They’re talking about running costs—how EVs can be cheaper than petrol or diesel. They also compare the “top 10” best options in each category to see which group saves more money.

Car

Volkswagen Id

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is an electric van-style vehicle. It’s designed to carry people and uses an electric battery instead of gasoline.

Car

Peugeot E408

The Peugeot E408 is an electric Peugeot car. The hosts drove an updated version and are likely sharing what’s changed and how it feels to drive.

Concept

registration numbers

Registration numbers are counts of cars that get newly registered in a month. They’re often used to see what people are buying and how EVs are doing compared with other fuel types.

Concept

PHEVs

A PHEV is a car that can run on electricity, but it also has a gas engine as backup. You can plug it in to charge the battery, and it can still use petrol when the battery runs low.

Concept

plug socket

If a car has a plug socket, it means you can charge it by plugging it in. That’s different from some hybrid cars that only charge themselves while driving.

Car

Volkswagen ID4

The Volkswagen ID4 is an all-electric SUV. In this segment, it’s named as the second most-registered car in April 2026.

Car

The Toyota C-HR is a compact SUV, meaning it’s a car with a higher driving position and more space than a typical sedan. It’s often included in rankings because it’s a common, easy-to-live-with choice in its size class.

Concept

leasing contract hire

Leasing contract hire is when you pay to use a car for a period of time, usually without owning it. The podcast uses it to explain where the registrations come from (private vs business arrangements).

Concept

private customer

A “private customer” is an individual buying or registering the car for personal use. The host breaks this out because business and private buying patterns can differ.

Concept

SUV

SUV means “sport utility vehicle.” It’s a common car type with a higher driving position, and the podcast says SUVs were the most popular style registered that month.

Concept

fuel crisis

A “fuel crisis” is when gas and diesel get much more expensive or unpredictable. When that happens, people often look for alternatives like electric cars because running costs can feel lower.

Concept

pre-owned or used EV

“Pre-owned” (used) EVs are secondhand electric vehicles. The speaker is saying the market had a shortage of used EVs, which can affect pricing and availability because buyers have fewer alternatives to new cars.

Concept

green premium

A “green premium” is the extra price people used to pay for choosing an EV instead of a gas car. They’re saying that extra cost is shrinking or gone now.

Concept

total cost of ownership

Total cost of ownership means what the car really costs you over time—buying it plus running and maintenance. They’re saying EVs can cost less overall than gas or diesel cars.

Term

range

For an EV, “range” is how far it can go before the battery runs low. The point here is that some people worry they need more range than they actually use in everyday driving.

Company

SAE AI

SAE AI is an Irish organization that tracks energy and fuel information. They’re used here to estimate what it costs to drive a certain distance using petrol, diesel, or electricity.

Concept

100 kilometers

They’re using 100 km as a fixed distance so the cost comparison is fair. It’s easier to compare “how much it costs to drive” when everyone uses the same distance.

Car

IONIQ 3

The Hyundai IONIQ 3 is a new electric car. In this episode they talk about what it looks like, how big it is, how far it can go on a charge, and how quickly it can be charged.

Car

Kia EV2

The Kia EV2 is another EV model they compare against. They say the IONIQ 3 has the same wheelbase, which is basically the distance between the front and rear wheels and helps determine cabin space.

Car

Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is another electric Hyundai model. They bring it up to compare how the new IONIQ 3 relates to Hyundai’s existing EVs.

Car

Kia EV9

The EV9 is Kia’s larger electric SUV used here as a comparison for how Hyundai’s EV lineup is positioned. The hosts imply there’s a naming/positioning relationship between models (IONIQ 9 vs IONIQ 3) and how specs are aligned across the range.

Car

Hyundai Ioniq 9

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is an electric car model in Hyundai’s Ioniq lineup. In the podcast, it’s mentioned while comparing different electric SUVs and EVs, so the focus is on how it stacks up against other similar EV choices.

Concept

IAA show

The IAA show is a big car show in Germany where automakers reveal new cars and concepts. They’re saying the idea for this car was shown there last September.

Term

400-volt architecture

“400-volt architecture” means the car’s electrical system runs around 400 volts. That matters because it influences how the car is built and how quickly it can charge.

Term

vehicle to load

Vehicle to load (V2L) means the EV can power things outside the car, like camping gear or small appliances. It turns the battery into a backup generator.

Term

torsion beam

A torsion beam is a type of rear suspension. It’s often simpler than more complex setups, and in this case they say it helps make room for a bigger trunk.

Term

play-offs connect system

They’re talking about a new in-car connectivity system. Basically, it’s the part of the car’s screen/phone integration that lets you use apps or features, and they’re saying it was finally shown clearly in their videos.

Term

cup holder that turns into a

They’re talking about a clever inside storage setup. The cup holder can change function so you can carry other things too.

Term

over-the-air updates

OTA updates are software updates that the car downloads over the internet. You don’t need to plug it into a computer or go to a garage just to update it.

Car

Renault 5

They mention the Renault 5 as an example of a car with a similar clever interior storage idea. It’s part of the retro-style vibe they’re comparing to.

Term

14.6 inch touchscreen

That’s the size of the main screen in the car. Bigger screens often mean more functions are controlled through the display.

Car

Volkswagen ID Polo

They’re talking about the new Volkswagen ID Polo, an upcoming affordable electric car. They discuss what it might cost in Ireland and how far it can go depending on the battery.

Term

MEB plus platform

Volkswagen’s MEB plus is an EV architecture (a shared design “platform”) used to build multiple electric models. It influences packaging, battery placement, and how the car’s electrical systems are engineered.

Term

front wheel drive

Front-wheel drive means the front wheels do the work of moving the car. It’s a common layout and can make the car simpler and cheaper to build.

Term

VRT relief

VRT is a tax in Ireland added when you register a car. “Relief” means eligible EVs can get a discount that makes the car cheaper to buy.

Term

battery sizes

They’re offering the car with two different battery options. The larger battery generally lets you drive farther, while the smaller one is cheaper.

Term

power outputs

“Power outputs” means how strong the car’s electric motor is. Different versions can feel more relaxed or more energetic depending on the power level.

Term

kilowatt hour

A kilowatt-hour (kWh) tells you how much energy the EV battery can store. Bigger battery capacity usually helps the car go farther on a charge.

Term

pure positive design language

This phrase is Volkswagen’s way of describing a new design style for its electric cars. It’s about the overall look and design cues being consistent across the ID lineup.

Concept

refresh update

A “refresh update” means the car got updated without being completely new. Think of it like a facelift and improvements—often to make it more efficient or more convenient.

Term

right hand drive

Right-hand drive means the steering wheel is on the right side of the car. That’s important for countries where cars drive on the left, and the hosts are saying this version is arriving after the RHD release.

Term

efficiency

Here, “efficiency” means how well the EV uses its battery energy to drive. A more efficient EV can usually go farther on the same charge.

Term

plug-in hybrid

A plug-in hybrid is a car that can drive using electricity, but it also has a gas engine as backup. You charge it by plugging it in, like an EV.

Brand

Peugeot Ireland

Peugeot Ireland is the local Peugeot team handling what cars and versions are sold in Ireland. Here, they’re saying they won’t bring the plug-in hybrid because of cost.

Term

mild hybrid

A mild hybrid is a car that has a small electric assist, but it still mostly runs on gas. It helps the engine work more efficiently, especially in city driving.

Term

real world 300

“Real world” range is the distance you can usually expect in normal driving, not just in ideal test conditions. Things like weather and how fast you drive can change it.

Term

Boot is 536

“Boot” means the trunk. “536” is a number for how much stuff the trunk can hold, so it’s basically about cargo space.

Term

crossover fastback

A “crossover fastback” is a car shape that looks a bit like an SUV but has a sloping roof toward the back. It’s mainly a design/shape description that can also influence how the car feels and carries cargo.

Car

Peugeot 408

Peugeot 408 is a car model from Peugeot. In this episode, they’re talking about the E408 version and how Peugeot plans to sell it in Ireland as an electric car.

Concept

STLA medium architecture

This is another “car platform” approach from Stellantis. The point here is timing: the E408 was designed before this newer architecture existed, so it uses EMP2 instead.

Concept

EMP2 platform

A platform is the car’s underlying “build system” (structure and mounting points). EMP2 is a shared design that can be adapted for different models, including electric versions, which helps engineers move faster.

Concept

fastback silhouette

A fastback is a car shape where the roof flows smoothly into the back. That smooth shape helps the car cut through air more efficiently.

Concept

wheelbase module

Wheelbase is how far apart the front and rear wheels are. A longer wheelbase can help with space and how the car is packaged for things like the battery.

Term

ground clearance

Ground clearance is how much space there is between the bottom of the car and the ground. More clearance can make the car easier to drive over uneven roads.

Concept

power chain

They mean the whole “electric power system” that turns battery energy into driving. If each part is efficient, the car uses less electricity.

Term

A plus tires

This is about tires that waste less energy as they roll. More efficient tires can help an EV use less electricity.

Term

O66 as SCX and O28 as a CX

These are numbers that describe how “slippery” the car is through the air. Lower drag numbers generally mean the car uses less energy at speed.

Term

cat ears

“Cat ears” are little aerodynamic parts on the back of the car. They help guide airflow so the car is a bit more efficient and can feel smoother at speed.

Term

58.2 kWh usable NMC battery

The battery is measured in kWh, which is how much energy it can store. “Usable” means the portion you can actually use for driving, and “NMC” is the type of battery material inside.

Term

120 kW DC fast charging

DC fast charging is the quickest way to charge an EV using a special charger. “120 kW” is how fast the car can charge at its best, but it usually slows down as the battery fills up.

Term

charging curves

A charging curve is basically the “speed over time” of charging. Even if a car can hit a high peak, it may charge slower later, so the curve tells you what you’ll actually experience.

Term

battery preconditioning

Battery preconditioning means the car gets the battery ready before you reach a fast charger. That can help it charge faster and more consistently when you plug in.

Term

automatic and manual battery peak conditioning

This is the car’s way of getting the battery ready to charge at its fastest. “Automatic” does it for you based on your route, while “manual” lets you start the preparation yourself.

Term

powering external devices

This means the car can supply electricity to things outside the car, like chargers or small appliances. It’s usually done through built-in outlets or an inverter.

Term

E-triplanner

E-triplanner is the car’s built-in trip planning system. It can help the car prepare the battery for charging so your first fast-charge stop goes better.

Term

V2L

V2L means the EV can act like a power source for other electronics. In this case, it can run devices up to about 3.6 kW.

Term

heat pump

A heat pump helps the car stay warm in winter using energy more efficiently. That usually means you lose less battery range to cabin heating, so you can drive farther in cold weather.

Term

regenerative braking

Regenerative braking is when the electric motor helps slow the car down and also recovers some energy for the battery. The stronger the setting, the more the car slows when you lift off.

Term

one-pedal driving

One-pedal driving means you can do most slowing down just by lifting off the accelerator. The brake pedal is used less often, depending on how strong the car’s regen is.

Term

ice-like feel

They’re saying the car is tuned so the slowing-down behavior feels familiar to drivers used to gas cars. The goal is to make the transition to EV driving feel less abrupt.

Term

iCockpit

i-Cockpit is Peugeot’s name for its driver-focused dashboard and control setup. Here, they’re connecting it to the car’s newer AI and voice features.

Company

Stellantis

Stellantis is a big car company group that owns several brands. They’re saying the same kind of AI features are being added across many of their cars.

Term

chat GBT

They’re referring to ChatGPT-like AI that can understand and respond to conversation. The point here is that this kind of AI is starting to show up in car voice and planning features.

Term

voice recognition

Voice recognition lets you talk to the car and have it understand what you want. In this case, they’re saying the e-408’s voice system is tightly connected to its AI features.

Term

trip planning

Trip planning is the car’s navigation that helps map out your route and stops. They’re saying the e-408 uses AI to make that planning and interaction easier to use.

Term

infotainment

Infotainment is the car’s main screen and electronics for things like music, maps, and settings. In an EV, it can also show charging and route info.

Term

natural language

Natural language means you can talk to the car in a normal way, like you would to a person. The system tries to understand what you mean, not just a few memorized phrases.

Concept

GPT feature

A “GPT feature” means the car uses AI to generate answers to questions. Instead of only following fixed menus, it can respond more conversationally about things like charging and directions.

Term

connected services pack

A connected services pack is a set of online features for the car. It usually needs a data connection so the car can get updates and use things like smarter voice/AI help.

Term

210 horsepower

Horsepower is a number that describes how much power the motor can produce. Higher horsepower usually means stronger acceleration, all else equal.

Term

Newton meters of torque

Torque is the “pulling force” the motor makes. In an EV, that force often comes quickly, so the car can feel responsive right away.

Term

battery weight

Battery weight is the extra mass added by the EV’s high-voltage battery pack. It changes how the car handles, so engineers adjust suspension and chassis components to keep ride quality and steering balance.

Term

panhard rod

A panhard rod is a metal link in the suspension that helps keep the rear axle located correctly. That can improve how straight and stable the car feels, especially when cornering or under bumps.

Term

twist beam

A twist beam is a simpler rear suspension design. It can flex as the wheels move, which affects how the car rides and how the rear end behaves.

Term

C segment fastback

“C segment” is a European category of car size (compact). “Fastback” means the roof slopes down toward the back instead of ending abruptly, which can look sporty and help airflow.

Car

Bmw I4

The BMW i4 is a premium electric car from BMW. The speaker mentions it as an example of the kind of “traditional premium” EV buyers the Peugeot 408 might be targeting.

Car

Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is an electric car brand/model that many people consider as a crossover-style option. The speaker is using it to describe the type of buyer the Peugeot 408 is aiming for.

Car

Skoda Octavia

The Škoda Octavia is a popular European family car. Here, they’re saying it’s one of the main cars people compare when they’re looking at hybrid options.

Car

Kia EV6

The Kia EV6 is an all-electric Kia crossover. They’re saying it was the earlier comparison point, but now they’re pointing to a different Kia EV as the main rival.

Car

Kia EV4

The Kia EV4 is an electric car. “Fastback” just means it has a more sloped, sporty-looking roof, and they’re saying it’s now the main EV rival in this comparison.

Term

Formatic all wheel drive

All-wheel drive means the car can send power to more than just the front or rear wheels. That can help it grip better on wet or slippery roads.

Term

17s to 19s

“17s to 19s” is about wheel size—17-inch up to 19-inch wheels. Bigger wheels can make the ride feel different and can affect tire price.

Term

aircraft-style headroom and knee space

Headroom and knee space are ways to describe how comfortable the seats are. More headroom means less feeling cramped, and more knee space means your legs have more room.

Term

shark nose

“Shark nose” is just a nickname for the car’s front design. It’s meant to look sporty, but it also helps the car slice through air more efficiently.

Car

Mercedes Benz CLA

They’re talking about a new electric Mercedes-Benz CLA. The hosts are going over what’s different about the EV version—especially how it’s shaped to be efficient and how much range it can get.

Term

frameless doors

Frameless doors mean the window glass doesn’t sit inside a metal frame. It’s mostly a design/fit-and-finish feature, and it can help the car look cleaner.

Term

aerodynamics

Aerodynamics is how air flows around the car. Better aerodynamics reduces drag, which is especially important for EVs because it helps stretch battery range at highway speeds.

Term

flush fitting handles

Flush handles are door handles that sit smoothly with the car’s body. They’re designed to reduce air resistance so the EV can go farther.

Term

digital exhaust

Because EVs don’t have a real exhaust, some cars use speakers to create an “exhaust” sound. It’s basically an audio effect to make the car feel more like a traditional one.

Term

Luggage space

Luggage space is how much stuff you can fit in the trunk. In EVs, the battery layout affects how much room there is.

Term

front bonnet

On this EV, the front “bonnet” area is where you get extra storage. It’s basically the front trunk, called a frunk.

Term

frunk

A frunk is the “trunk” in the front of an EV. Since there’s no engine there, manufacturers can use that space for luggage or gear.

Term

structural protection for the battery

This means the car has reinforced parts around the battery to help protect it during crashes. The goal is to keep the battery safer and reduce the chance of damage.

Term

airbags

Airbags are safety cushions that pop out during a crash. They help protect people by reducing how hard they hit the inside of the car.

Term

WLTP

WLTP is a standardized test that produces the official range/efficiency numbers you see in brochures. Your real results can vary with driving and conditions.

Term

800-volt architecture

“800-volt architecture” means the car’s electrical system is designed for faster charging. With the right charger, it can take in energy quicker than older EVs.

Car

Audi S6

The Audi S6 is a faster, sportier version of an Audi sedan. It’s meant for drivers who want more power and a more performance-focused feel than the regular model.

Car

Audi S5

The Audi S5 is a sportier version of an Audi A5. It’s designed to feel quicker and more performance-oriented than the standard model, while still being a normal car you can drive day to day.

Term

drive modes

Drive modes are different settings you can choose in the car to change how it drives. For example, one mode might be better for rough roads or slippery weather.

Car

Chevy Colorado

They’re talking about the Chevrolet Colorado pickup. The point is that it can handle rougher terrain and has different driving settings.

Car

Silverado HD

They mean the heavy-duty Silverado. It’s built for bigger jobs—like towing and carrying more—than a typical pickup.

Term

towing

Towing means pulling something behind the vehicle, like a trailer. Trucks are often rated for how much they can tow safely.

Car

Silverado EV

They’re talking about the electric Chevrolet Silverado EV pickup. The point is that it’s an EV but still meant to be used like a real truck, including towing.

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Welcome back to the Nevo EV News Podcast. If it's Tuesday, it must be Nevo EV Newsday.

On this week's episode, we're going to be covering the SIMI, the Society for the Irish

Motor Industry, April 2026 numbers, also a piece of research that we carried out and

released to the media last week regarding EVs on average, top 10 versus top 10 being cheaper

than petrol or diesel. We also had the Ioniq 3 Irish launch, the Volkswagen ID Polo price and

First Impressions video was released. I was in South of France driving the updated Peugeot

E408 and I also got to interview one of the product manager, Mohammed. We have the price now for

the Mercedes CLA and new date for the regional driving event, driving experience in partnership

with Bank of Ireland is going to be in Ward for the end of May. For those who don't know,

my name is Derek Riley and on this podcast, we chat about all things podcast podcast.

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So the Siam Eye, the Society for the Irish Motor Industry,

new start of the month, we get the registration numbers for the previous month.

And so we have the April 2026 registration numbers, EVs up 110% versus April of 2025,

PHEVs up 9% versus April of 2025. Petrol sales down 4% on April of last year.

Diesel sales down 30% on April of last year. Electric was the most popular fuel type registered

in April ahead of petrol, diesel, hybrid and plug-in. Over 42% of cars in April had a plug

socket on it with one in four cars being fully electric. The top five models for April 2026

are as follows. The Škoda Enjak in first position, probably the 130 edition. We have

it up on the channel if you're interested in seeing what that's about limited. Well,

it's not limited now. It's been that such a success. It's just the 130 edition.

In second place, the Volkswagen ID4. Third place goes to the Toyota CHR Plus. Fourth place goes

to Škoda again with the L-Rock. And fifth place goes to the Hyundai Insta. Hyundai are the

best-selling brand so far in 2026. Diving deeper into the numbers, you're seeing that

for April, the top five manufacturers were Kia, Škoda. Third place goes to Volkswagen.

Fourth place goes to Hyundai. And then fifth place goes to Toyota. So a slight difference there

between the different manufacturers. Some people sometimes ask about registrations,

how many of them are actually manufacturers versus private consumer sales, etc. So

nearly 80% of all the cars we talked about there in the registration numbers are

private customer. 8% are motor industry. Business is about 7.6%. Leasing contract hire is

6.5%. And then you've got very few diplomats, higher drive and state agency public bodies.

SUV is the most popular form factor. And gray top color for April, black followed by that,

then blue. And then in fourth place, light colors, white ivory. And then in fifth place, green.

So yeah, phenomenal numbers. And this is starting the fuel crisis. Car sales really

started to kick through. I believe it's very difficult to find a second hand or a pre-owned or

used EV. Out there now, people are very much interested in them. And prices are starting

to creep back up again is what we're hearing from the industry. So great to get those

numbers from the society for the Irish motor industry for their registrations.

Next up, we have our own piece of research that we carried out for the first

three months of the year. We released it just towards the end of last week. I missed the podcast,

but we looked at the top 10 best selling petrol and diesel cars so far in 2026.

I took the prices and then took the prices of the top 10 best selling electric vehicles

in 2026 so far for the first quarter and worked out that the electric vehicle is 2,375 euros cheaper

on average than the best selling petrol or diesel models. So

the average price for that petrol and diesel models is 40,149. The average price for an

electric vehicle in those top 10 best selling EVs is 37,774. A long time price has been a huge factor

and the green premium is no longer the case. So we have cars now that are cheaper to buy on average.

We have them cheaper to run for sure. Total cost of ownership also cheaper.

We've taken to servicing costs etc and so really now the only place that people are finding that

there's a small bit of hesitation roadblock is range. It's down to the perceived range that

people think they need versus what they actually need and so that is the next bit of education

that we'd be focusing on with Nevo and making sure that people understand what their daily

ranges need, weekly range etc etc. So we also have the SAE AI, the Sustainable Energy Authority of

Ireland. They're Q2 fuel prices and this was all before the fuel crisis as well. 100 kilometers

on average would take about 3 euros and 12 cents and then a diesel car 875, a petrol car 932.

It's going to be interesting to see the next time this poster and fuel comparison data

is revealed since the prices have gone up. SEVs we talked about is the most dominant type

even in the first three months of the year. So a bit of interesting research there. EVs now

more affordable than petrol or diesel. At the start of the week we were in the K Club in Kildare

with the IONIQ 3 and so that was interesting because the week before that was the release of

the IONIQ 3 studio preview. My colleague David Boyle was in Germany. I was at another launch

event that I had been booked into previously before that and so we got out a short video.

It was the inline version that was in that launch and at Design Milan Week it was this

matte red colour, fierce red I think it was called, but I rocked up to the K Club and

got this gorgeous sky blue version non-inline and yeah, did my little video and scooted it up

onto YouTube and as a time of this recording on the podcast we have over 50,000 views on that video.

It is sorry nearly 60,000 views, 58,500. That was the first time globally that anybody had seen

a non-inline IONIQ 3 so got it in, got it up and got it out as soon as possible. So IONIQ 3

same wheelbase as the Kia EV2. I'm interested to see why they've not decided to match the numbers

but because they have everything else at the EV9 versus IONIQ 9, IONIQ 5, Kia EV6 I suppose.

So yeah, there's a bit back and over between the two cousins. This is, we saw the concept for this

at the IAA show last September and leaning into that art of steel is what they're calling it.

I did an interview on the podcast actually if you want to listen back to the designer,

one of the designers, IONIQ Motor Group manufacture their own steel so it's that.

The car itself is 4.1 meters long with a 2.68 meter wheelbase.

There is two battery sizes, a standard range 42.2 kilowatt hour and a 61 kilowatt hour kilowatt hour

long range giving you 335 kilometers or 490 kilometers WLTP range respective.

400-volt architecture, 10 to 80 percent in under 30 minutes. It has the option of 22 kilowatt AC,

vehicle to load. The boot is massive because they're using torsion beam in the rear so it's a

41 liter boot. You can get 16 to 19 inch wheels. The interior, really nice. First time we're seeing

the play-offs connect system and I believe in my videos the first time people got a proper look at

it because the studio phone was a screensaver. It wasn't an active, it wasn't an active infotainment

screen whereas I'm pressing buttons and moving around there. It's called the design theme inside

it's inspired by a 70s furniture and lounge and they're calling it neutral, new retro.

You have this cup holder that turns into a if you have a long flask or maybe a Stanley cup or

baguette if you're in France like the Renault 5. It has the glio AI over the air updates.

You can print your own accessories because there's attachment points around the vehicle.

It's a 147 horsepower with a top speed of 170 kilometers an hour,

zero to 100 in either nine or 9.6 seconds depending on. That video will be in the description.

Prices, we don't have Irish prices yet. We will be getting the car for a week at the end of September

but they're saying it'll be in around the low 20s. Sorry, mid to high starting with a two.

So if you look at Kia EV2 prices, it is coming in at 27, 28, 29. So that's the high 20s is looking.

Now this was all before ID Polar prices come out. So this is going to be very interesting now because

ID Polar prices come out on the Tuesday or the Wednesday of this week.

So Ioniq 3 in the sky blue is the video that's up on the channel and

very impressive. It was a 14.6 inch touchscreen inside that as well.

And a beautiful, very slim driver infotainment screen. So if you haven't really watched that

already, make sure you do. And also over on the YouTube channel, we've got a couple of the videos.

The first one is the Volkswagen ID Polo with Simon and Nevo MD and Irish prices announced on that.

And that was coming in at 19,885 people losing their minds in the comments wondering if we'd

gotten it right. So this will be on the MEB plus platform, front wheel drive, the Volkswagen entry

electric vehicle and yes, after grants and VRT relief, it will be 19,885 comes in two

different battery sizes with the long range coming in at 454. The standard range about 300

kilometers. And that's what that price will be standard range entry level trim, but it's under

20,000 euros before dealer and later chargers don't get me wrong. But becoming in the end of

the year, it'll be 271 car, but you can orders will be coming below. It will be live on the site in

July. You can register your interest now. If you're interested in that. Polo has been set

to the benchmark. Now the all new ID Polo raises that the ID Polo delivers everything customers

have long valued in the Polo name practicality, reliability and unmissable style. Now reimagined

my reimagined fully electric unmistakable Volkswagen unmistakably Volkswagen.

Looks really good. So the video is up. I'll put in the description. As mentioned, my colleague

Simon got a chance to poke around it and sit inside it. Three different power outputs, a 115

horsepower, 135 horsepower or 211 horsepower, two different battery sizes,

a 37 kilowatt hour and a 52 kilowatt hour. Alan Bateson, director of Volkswagen Ireland said,

the idea Polo makes marks a defining moment for Volkswagen Ireland. This is the electric

car that market has been waiting for, taking everything people trust about the Polo and

reimagining it for a fully electric future in this smarter, more desirable build for everyday

Irish driving. So launching with a price at under 20,000 sends a clear signal that Volkswagen

Ireland's ambition to make electric mobility truly accessible without compromise. As the

first production models to showcase our new pure positive design language, the ID Polo is unmistakably

100% Volkswagen carrying out the DNA, carrying the Volkswagen DNA confidently into the future.

So yeah, Volkswagen ID Polo starting at a price of 19,885. You will see UK price at 22,000 pounds

and you will see German prices higher than that because the grand systems are not in place

as similar to the Irish ones. So that's why the difference in the prices and

Volkswagen are doing some really good stuff there. We like the Volkswagen ID,

3 GTX, Firenice, some really great prices there for big batteries, hatchback if you're interested

in that. Then towards the end of the week, I was in Marseille, Marseille, Marseille with the Peugeot

E408 and it is a refresh update in this stunning flare green video wound up on the channel a

couple of days ago. So if you haven't watched that already, make sure again, so lots of content for

you there. So to refresh, really, we only got the right hand drive last year, so it's very

quick in succession that we're getting this updated one. They're focusing on the efficiency

technology and usability rather than a dramatic reinvention. It comes in multiple fuel types,

so there is a hybrid version that will be coming to Ireland. We won't be getting the plug in

hybrid, it's just too expensive, Peugeot Ireland we're saying. It is only going to get full electric

or mild hybrid in Ireland and it's a nip and tuck, really what it's all about. Now you do have

a vehicle to load. Battery isn't huge, 58 kilowatt hour and it has a 400 if I'm not mistaken,

roughly range, real world 300. Boot is 536. So really great because it's got that sport back look.

Yeah, good, very nice. We don't want an SUV, not the biggest battery in the world, but

they've updated it so that it looks well, that color is gorgeous.

Peugeot Ireland don't plan on selling a huge amount of them. Obviously SUVs are the flavor of

the day, so not everybody will want this crossover fastback, but very competent and mentioned the

styling is I will be in favor of this kind of style as well, so keep up the great work, Peugeot.

Next then we have, before that we'll take a break.

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Now that we've got the break, we can jump into an interview with the production

product, special product manager, Mohamed with Peugeot and the E408. So let's do that.

Hello. So I would like to welcome you at Kari Lourouet for this session. My name is Mohamed

Emgayet. I'm the product manager in charge of the 408. Very good. And with Nevo, we are specifically

the electric channel. So you're also looking after multiple fuel trains, power trains,

but we're looking today to talk about the E408. Okay. Okay. Nice. So first question. The E408 sits

on an evolved version of the EMP2 platform rather than moving over to the STLA medium architecture

seeing in the 3008 and 5008. Can you explain the engineering rationale behind this choice

and how you've optimized this platform specifically for the 408's unique fastback silhouette?

Okay. So the 408, as you said, uses what we call the EMP2 platform. It's the efficient modular

platform because when we designed the car, the STLA M platform was not yet available.

But even if this EMP2 platform is a nice hybrid native platform, it can accommodate electric

engine reducer battery charger with ease because it already had the attributes to accommodate them.

And on the other hand, as this platform is also a multi silhouette platform,

it was not really difficult to optimize it for the 408. We specifically used a longer wheelbase

module. And we also adapted the ground clearance, which is higher than the 308. It's around 188

millimeters here. And that's all. Very good. It's a very, it's not an SUV, which is also good,

but it sits in between the hatchback 308 and the 3000. So it's a nice form factor.

It's what we call a sedan with SUV attributes.

Very good. Excellent. You're quoting a low energy consumption of between 15.1 and 15.3 kilowatt

hour per 100 kilometers. Given that the 408 has a larger footprint than the 308,

what specific aerodynamic or motor efficiency breakthroughs allowed you to keep the consumption

so low? Yes. So this specific efficiency of the 408 can be attributed to several key factors.

For sure, we have the efficiency of the engine, the battery and all the power chain chain,

as you can understand. Also, it's linked also to the low friction of the tires, which are classified

A plus tires. But above all, this efficiency is directly linked to the aerodynamics of

the silhouette. It's a long silhouette and fastback, which is the best for aerodynamics.

This silhouette is offering O66 as SCX and O28 as a CX. It sets a benchmark in the category.

It's not also the silhouette, but we also added some aerodynamic add-ons on the silhouette of the

car. And as an example, I can mention the so-called cat ears that we have integrated on the top of

the rear tailgate, and which it's not a design, let's say a mark, but it also optimizes the airflow.

Very good. And this is a cross-hybrid plug-in hybrid. There's no difference in the models.

No difference. Very good. The battery sweet spot. The car features a 58.2 kWh usable NMC battery.

In the market where competitors are often pushing towards 70 or 80 kWh,

why does Pugio believe that this sweet spot for the 408 customers and how does the

weight to range ratio impact the car's handling? Yes. So as I said earlier, and as I mentioned,

the E408 is built on the EMP2 platform, which is a nice native platform.

But also, we have adapted this platform with some specific elements to make it accommodate

the largest battery that we could integrate in the car. Unfortunately, we can't go further.

But on the other hand, in CBS studies show that the targeted customer of the E408

generally is making around 50 kilometers daily, which means one recharge a week, and which also

can contribute to simplify the journey of the customer. So for us, it's the right,

we would like to have maybe 500, but it's the maximum that we can offer, but it's not an obstacle.

No, and I think because it's a slightly smaller battery, it will charge faster also.

I think people keep thinking that my brother, for example, Mohammed,

he wants a car with 1,000 kilometers. He does not need 1,000 kilometers.

So it might be the perfect size. So I look forward to at home checking it out and seeing

the distance and the efficiency. We know that the E408 supports 120 kW DC fast charging,

but many owners care more about the charging curves and the peak.

Does the 408 feature a new battery preconditioning and it does support the vehicle to load for

powering external devices? Yes. So the E408 comes standard with automatic and manual battery

peak conditioning. Automatic is associated with a navigation system and E-triplanner.

So it's available on all the trim levels. It's not linked to GT or GT Premium. It's

available on all trim levels. And this is particularly useful for the first fast charging stop

specifically on highways and when the weather is cold. So it's useful. It makes

the charging time lower. Also, the E408 comes also standard on all the trim levels with the

V2L features which allow the driver to connect any external electrical equipment with an output up

to 3.6 kW. And tomorrow morning you will see an example of that. It's a surprise.

Range anxiety is still a talking point for Irish EV buyers. The E408 comes with a standard heat pump.

Can you quantify how much a winter range benefit this provides compared to models without one?

In real world winter you use at around zero degrees. The range gain is about, let's say,

15% if you compare the car to the one without the heat pump which corresponds roughly to

30 up to 40 kilometers and depending on the driving condition. And in practical terms,

this means that the driver can preserve his range without compromising the cabin comfort

even during long high wasters. Very good. Great to see it as standard now as well.

Regenerative braking evolution. The E408 introduces three levels of regenerative braking.

Can you walk us through the moderate and high settings and is there a true one-pedal driving

experience or has that been tuned more to a traditional ice-like feel? Yeah. The E408 offers

the three levels of regenerative braking using the pedals on the steering wheel. So

from the least up to the highest, the corresponding deceleration is respectively

minus 0.6, minus 1.3 and minus 2. And on the moderate and highest level, we ignite the

brake stops signaling to the following driver that we are decelerating.

Regarding the calibration of this regenerative braking, we didn't design it with one-pedal

philosophy. We preferred that the calibration would be more icy or hybrid-like

in order not to disturb the driver and to give him a familiar feeling. Very good. Thank you very

much. The iCockpit is a Peugeot staple now, but we're seeing chat GBT integration rolling out

across the Stellantis range. How deeply is AI integrated into the E408's voice recognition

and trip planning system? AI is fully integrated into the E408's voice recognition and trip

planning system. It contributes to a more intuitive interaction, clearer access to the

information and improved day-to-day usage of the vehicle. Integrated into the existing

infotainment, this type of technology will support the driver with natural language

answer and useful answers related to vehicle features, charging, navigation, comfort adjustment,

et cetera, et cetera. And for us, Peugeot, the brand, the objective is not the technology for

its own sake, but meaningful innovation that simplifies mobility and enhances the peace of minds

while remaining fully aligned with the brand's values. And also,

in addition to these useful answers, it could be also a funny device for children that can have

games, ask questions about, for example, the captains of countries, et cetera, et cetera. So

for us, it's a nice innovation. And I have to precise that this such a GPT feature is associated

with what we call the connected services pack, and it's available in the Perno Connect Plus pack.

Okay. Very good. Next question is going to be with regards to the performance and driving dynamics

with the 210 horsepower 345 Newton meters of torque. The E408 has significantly

punctured in the 2008. How has the suspension been tuned to handle the extra battery weight

while maintaining the cat-like agility Peugeot is known for? Yeah. So the 408 chassis was engineered

from the outset to accommodate all powertrain tapes, including the fully electric one.

So with its 375 kilograms of extra weight of the battery. And in order to preserve the hallmark

Peugeot balance between road handling and right comfort, the BEV version features specific springs,

specific dampers. And we also adapted a rear axle with what we call a panhard rod instead of the

traditional twist beam. Okay. Very good. And the last question I have for you, Muhammad, is the

408 occupies a unique C segment fastback space. Why do you who do you see as the primary arrival

is the car designed to conquest buyers from traditional premium saloons like the BMW i4,

or is it aimed at the crossover crouch like you see in the Polestar 2?

Yes. So the positioning of the 408 and generally of the Peugeot brand is clearly in the upper

mainstream. So we do not aim to compete directly with premium models like Mercedes, Audi and BMW.

Although we observe that our customers, we have what we call loyal customers, but the new customers,

most of them also come from premium segment, but also mainstream. And also from different kinds

of silhouettes. They are coming from classical sedans, SWs, SUVs. So the 408 is is attracting

various customers. And to answer the precisely your question, our competitors are depending

on the on the powertrain. So on hybrid, it's clearly the Skoda Octavia. Okay. In the on the

plug-in hybrid, it's the Coupre A4 mentor. Okay. And in the BV, at the beginning, it was Kia EV6.

And now it's clearly the Kia EV4 fastback. Okay, yes, very similar shape and silhouettes.

Mohammed, thank you so much for your time. You are welcome. Thank you for the interview.

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Maserides Benz, CLA Irish launch happened during the week. Unfortunately, I was away,

but some of the NEO staff were there and we have Irish prices as well. This car is

the third generation CLA. It has now arrived in Ireland and it is the recently voted European

car of the year, 2026. And it comes in an electric and a mild hybrid version.

You can also get it with Formatic all wheel drive. You can get it on 17s to 19s,

depending on the model. And it's all around larger than the vehicle it was before. So it's

4.7 meters long, an increase of just over an inch and a quarter, 35 millimeters.

It is an inch wider, 1.8 meters wide, and it is just over an inch taller as well at 1.47 meters

tall with a wheelbase of 2.8, which is 61 millimeters or nearly three inches longer.

Greater front and rear headroom, rear knee space, all together more visually aligned with the

appearance of those in the sibling Mercedes Benz range. It's got this shark nose front with the

silhouette, all about getting the aerodynamics. You've got frameless doors, flush fitting handles,

body color as well, chrome star studded grille and star shaped headlights and tail lights and

the digital exhaust you can see on the rear band as well. It's all about range and aero with regards

to this. Luggage space is just over 400 liters and you also have a 101 liter underneath the front

bonnet. The structural protection for the battery, safety features, etc. Full suite of airbags as

you can imagine. Starting at for the EV version of 53,425 after the grants, it will come in four

versions. That's the CLF 200 that is the 53,425. You can get the 250, the 250 plus and then the

350 formatic. You're looking at a consumption rate of 14.1 down as far as 12.2 kilowatt-hour per

100 kilometers. Then the 250 plus boasts a WLTP range of 793 kilometers. That model will drive from

mizzen to mallon head without stopping to charge. In the all-electric CLA, Mercedes Benz

innovation, innovative 800-volt architecture significantly reduces that charging time so you

can do 320 kilometers in just 10 minutes. You'll get the saloon and shooting break version.

Patrick Howlers, the national sales manager for Mercedes Benz says the debut of the new Mercedes

Benz CLA represents a pivotal milestone for the brand, launching in a disambitious product

offensive that will define the brand's direction over the next three years. As a key model in the

lineup, the CLA plays a crucial role in setting the tone, welcoming customers into the next generation

of Mercedes Benz through its distinctive design, advanced innovation, outstanding efficiency.

It stands as the confidence expression of the brand's future vision. I was looking

up to attend the international launch at this in Rome last year, so I'll stick that video in the

description if you're interested in having a look to see what the Mercedes Benz CLA looks like,

and it will be coming to the channel soon. I will have it for a week-long press review.

Then we've got the save the date for the third regional driving experience and partnership

of Bank of Ireland happening in Waterford in the SETU arena on Sunday, the 24th of May.

Current was a phenomenal success. Great day, lots of people inside looking at cars,

all the test drives booked out. So yeah, phenomenal event. We have a video up there in our socials

from Sean Lines from Fitzpatrick's Motor Group talking about how he found it, and they had the

MG S5 and S6 on the day. So if you're interested, have a look at the Nevo.ie website to register

for your ticket, and once we get confirmation of all the final test drives, we will be able to

get you test drives sorted for that. So yeah, May 24th, 2026 in the SETU arena in Waterford,

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About this episode

April’s Irish EV market surged, with electric models leading registrations and plug-in cars making up a big share of the total. The host also shares Nevo research showing the top-selling EVs are now cheaper on average than comparable petrol and diesel models. From there, the episode moves through launch and drive news on the Hyundai IONIQ 3, Volkswagen ID Polo, Peugeot E408, and Mercedes-Benz CLA, before ending with a save-the-date for Nevo’s Waterford driving experience in May.

120 kW DC fast charging 14.6 inch touchscreen 17s to 19s 210 horsepower 400-volt architecture 58.2 kWh usable NMC battery 800 volt architecture aerodynamics air bags automatic and manual battery peak conditioning

Original notes

Welcome back to the Nevo EV News Podcast. If it's Tuesday it must be Nevo EV News Day. My name is Derek Reilly and on this podcast we chat all about EV. Nevo is Ireland's only dedicated EV platform and we'll be covering where we were this week, what we've been driving and what we've been doing between podcasts. If you haven't already subscribed or followed us wherever you are listening please do so and if you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and comment, it really helps us out and it doesn't cost you anything. Let's get stuck in.

SIMI April 2026 Numbers

https://www.simi.ie/en/news/new-car-registrations-up-in-april-driven-by-strong-demand-for-electric-vehicles

Nevo EV Price Survey - EV Now Cheaper on Average

https://www.nevo.ie/post/buying-an-electric-vehicle-is-now-2-375-cheaper-on-average-to-the-best-selling-petrol-or-diesel-models

Hyundai IONIQ 3 Irish Launch

https://youtu.be/w0-c2-U0zqs

VW ID.Polo Irish Price and 1st Look

https://youtu.be/wWxCqYU-w8o

Peugeot 2027 e408 Full Review

https://youtu.be/ZQyp95c0AHc

Mercedes-Benz CLA Irish Launch

https://youtu.be/N4h3lvOd33k