About this episode
The Primetime EV Show is evolving into a dynamic broadcast channel focused on electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. The host reflects on personal experiences with EVs, including challenges faced with early models like the Nissan Leaf and G-Wiz. With a wealth of industry contacts, the show aims to feature guest discussions on pressing topics such as charging difficulties, market changes, and the future of zero-emission mandates. Listeners can expect engaging conversations and insights into the rapidly changing EV landscape.
We are interviewing the heads of EV charging companies. Why not publish those chats so that you can hear it from the horses mouth?
Nissan Leaf
"...since I had come back from owning a Nissan Leaf,..."
The Nissan Leaf is a popular electric car made by Nissan. It's designed for everyday driving and helps people use less gas, which is better for the environment.
The Nissan Leaf is a compact electric car produced by Nissan, known for its affordability and practicality for everyday use. It was one of the first mass-market electric vehicles and has been popular among consumers looking to reduce their carbon footprint.
G-Wiz
"...having had a G-Wiz before that that worked very effectively as a kind of second small car in London. So the G-Wiz was great."
The G-Wiz is a tiny electric car made for city driving, especially in busy places like London. It's small and cheap to run, which makes it a good choice for a second car.
The G-Wiz is a small electric vehicle that was designed for urban use, particularly in congested areas like London. It is known for its compact size and low running costs, making it suitable as a second car.
Toyota A90
"The Leaf was much, much harder. It was a 90 mile early stage, second generation Leaf had a very short range."
The Toyota Supra is a fast and sporty car that many people love for its speed and cool design. It's been around for a long time and is famous for being fun to drive and easy to customize.
The Toyota Supra is a high-performance sports car known for its powerful engines and agile handling. It has a rich history dating back to the 1970s and has become an icon in the automotive world, often celebrated for its tuning potential and motorsport pedigree.
level two charging
"I wanted to understand how level one, level two charging worked, what was going on with CCS, what was the deal with what happened to Chadimo charging."
Level two charging is a faster way to charge an electric car, using a special outlet that provides more power than a regular wall socket. It can charge the car much quicker than level one.
Level two charging uses a 240V outlet, which allows for faster charging compared to level one. This type of charging is commonly found in public charging stations and can significantly reduce the time needed to charge an EV.
level one charging
"I wanted to understand how level one, level two charging worked, what was going on with CCS, what was the deal with what happened to Chadimo charging."
Level one charging means using a regular wall outlet to charge an electric car. It's the slowest way to charge, so it can take a long time to fill up the battery.
Level one charging refers to the most basic form of electric vehicle (EV) charging, typically using a standard household outlet (120V). This method is slow and usually takes a long time to fully charge an EV.
CCS
"what was going on with CCS, what was the deal with what happened to Chadimo charging."
CCS is a way to charge electric cars that lets you use different types of charging stations. It’s popular because it works with both regular and fast chargers.
CCS stands for Combined Charging System, which is a standard for charging electric vehicles. It allows for both AC and DC charging, making it versatile and widely adopted in many EVs.
CHAdeMO
"what was the deal with what happened to Chadimo charging. And as the community built around it, I started to learn a lot more about how charging infrastructure works"
CHAdeMO is a type of fast charger for electric cars, mostly used by Japanese brands. It helps charge the car quickly but isn't as widely used as some other systems now.
CHAdeMO is a fast-charging standard for electric vehicles, primarily used by Japanese manufacturers. It allows for quick charging but is less common than CCS in many regions today.
electric vehicles
"...a public that are very passionate about EVs and what's going on with electric cars generally. So I'm interested to see how that's gonna evolve..."
Electric vehicles are cars that run on electricity instead of gasoline. They use batteries to power an electric motor, which makes them cleaner for the environment because they don't produce exhaust fumes like regular cars.
Electric vehicles (EVs) are cars powered entirely or partially by electricity, using batteries instead of traditional internal combustion engines. They are considered more environmentally friendly due to their lower emissions compared to gasoline or diesel vehicles.
zero emission vehicles
"...going forwards into 2030 when supposedly we've got this switch into zero emission vehicles. The Tories made an announcement over the weekend..."
Zero emission vehicles are cars that don't release any harmful gases into the air while they are being driven. This includes electric cars and some types of hydrogen-powered cars, which help keep the environment cleaner.
Zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) are vehicles that produce no tailpipe emissions, which includes electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. The goal of ZEVs is to reduce air pollution and combat climate change by eliminating harmful emissions from traditional combustion engines.
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