Charging Status | EV Podcast

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Welcome to Charging Status, the EV and automotive podcast hosted by Jim Starling from DefinitelyNotAGuru and Alex Lowe from The Interface Cars.Each episode covers the latest electric vehicle news, EV ownership experiences, charging infrastructure, new car launches, industry developments, technology trends, road trips, and honest discussions about the future of motoring. Whether you're already driving an EV, considering making the switch, or simply interested in the rapidly changing automotive landscape, Charging Status delivers real-world opinions, expert insight, and engaging conversations from two passionate automotive content creators.Join Jim and Alex as they discuss the biggest stories affecting EV drivers, explore the challenges and opportunities facing the industry, and share their experiences from behind the wheel of the latest electric and hybrid vehicles.

Jul 16, 2026 24 min 31 annotations

Jim Loved the Kia EV9 GT

Alex and Jim are in person to talk about the day spent driving the latest Kia EVs, such as the new Kia EV4 and Kia EV9 GT. Also, the pair chat about recent BYD launch events and what electric vehicles they are reviewing next.Watch the episode on YouTube𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/charging-status-podcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chargingstatusBluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/chargingstatuspodcastA𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗟𝗼𝘄𝗲X/Twitter - https://x.com/alexlowe30Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alex.theinterfaceBluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/alexlowe30.ukWebsite - https://theinterface.uk𝗝𝗶𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 / 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗔𝗚𝘂𝗿𝘂All Jim's links : https://linktr.ee/dnagWebsite : https://notaguru.co.uk

Jun 12, 2026 26 min 29 annotations

Get Yourself a Biscuit

Alex and Jim look back at the last month of trips, driving EVs, filming videos and much more. Jim has been testing the Suzuki eVitara and the surprisingly impressive MG IM5, while Alex has been behind the wheel of everything Geely, including the Geely EX5, Smart #1 and the Volvo V60. They also share their highlights from the SMMT Test Day, discuss why the Hyundai Ioniq 6N feels so different to the 5N, and talk about whether plug-in hybrids are the best or worst of both worlds.

Jun 01, 2026 51 min 65 annotations

Service Stations of the World

This time on the Charging Status EV Podcast, Alex is back from China after wondering around the humongous Beijing Auto Show and being one of the first people from the UK to drive the new Lepas L8. Also, some more serious chat about why we seem to just get SUVs and crossovers from China and when are we going to see something more interesting. Jim has also been driving some new cars from Peugeot and Mercedes and Alex has spent some time with the new Jaecoo 8.Show NotesWatch on YouTube

May 11, 2026 49 min 52 annotations

Spinny Seats

Apr 30, 2026 40 min 60 annotations

Conventionally Handsome

Jim and Alex discuss their recent trip to Frankfurt where they saw what MG is up to with semi-solid state batteries. Also, they both have come down with man-flu and discuss electric vans and pickup trucks as well as the new Changan Deepal S05.

Mar 31, 2026 42 min 34 annotations

Perfume In Cars

Alex and Jim are once again back, and catch up on their recent very positive drive in the Omoda 7, a car which has a quite impressive fragrance system. Elsewhere, Jim has been talking Spanish to his Tesla and the Lotus Eletre gets a new subjective plug-in-hybrid variant.

Mar 07, 2026 35 min 34 annotations

Fun Vacuum

Alex and Jim are back together in person to talk about the new MG4 and the MG4 Urban, with the latter starting at a very competitive price. They also discuss the Tesla Model Y Performance that Alex has been driving and the new ultra-cute Renault Twingo.

Feb 16, 2026 26 min 35 annotations

Dangerously Happy

This time, Alex and Jim are back to discuss a recent BYD Sealion 5 launch event they both attended, which involved some truly atrocious roads and giant potholes for Jim's Tesla. Other than a plug-in hybrid on an EV podcast, there is some conversation about what it takes to become Car of the Year and what cars they're both driving soon.

Jan 30, 2026 40 min 36 annotations

Light Bulbs with Graeme Cobb

In this episode, Alex and Jim are joined by EV enthusiast and genuinely nice bloke, Graeme Cobb. The trio discuss how Graeme got into EVs, from LED light bulbs to the BMW i3 and also the standout EVs of 2025, including the Hyundai Inster, Renault 5, Alpine A290, and the Tesla Model Y.Show NotesWatch on YouTube

Jan 16, 2026 51 min 43 annotations

Honesty Pays?

Jim and Alex are joined by Irish car journalist Caroline Kidd (Changing Lanes) to talk EVs, car reviewing, and the realities of staying honest. They cover the UK vs Ireland car market, new EVs, influencer culture, and why some perfectly good cars are surprisingly hard to review.Show NotesWatch on YouTube

Dec 19, 2025 55 min 13 annotations

Sexy Car Bro

Alex and Jim are back, and this time with Paul Gawne. The trio discuss the fantastic Lotus Emeya, how Citroën makes super comfy sofa-like cars, the Smart #5 Brabus and how everyone, eventually, becomes an SUV person.Show NotesWatch Episode on YouTube

Dec 12, 2025 50 min 25 annotations

Absolutely Baltic

In this episode, Alex and Jim are inside an MGS6 EV having just filmed their reviews. They chat about what the car is like, how far MG has come and also, what the new Tesla Model Y is like to live with.Show NotesWatch Episode on YouTube

Dec 05, 2025 20 min 8 annotations

Pork Donut Surprise

In this episode, Jim tells Alex all about his trip to China with Chery, with everything from pork-filled doughnuts to plates of duck heads, and of course - the latest EVs that were on show.Show NotesWatch Episode on YouTube

Nov 21, 2025 37 min 9 annotations

Full Nan Mode

Jim and Alex are back to talk about what they have been up for the past few weeks, such as Alex's drive in the Honda Jazz, what they think about the new Honda Prelude and Jim's upcoming trip to SEMA in Los Angeles.

Nov 08, 2025 23 min 9 annotations

Plugging Away with Paul Gawne

Jim is away in China this week - so Alex sits down with Paul Gawne to chat all things EVs, starting out as a car reviewer, some chat about electric buses and how to pronounce Isuzu. Show Notes Watch the episode on YouTube

Oct 24, 2025 40 min 12 annotations

Hello Mate, Can I See Your Passport?

Alex and Jim talk about the Munich Motor Show (from a few weeks ago) and Alex's huge road-trip in the ID.3 GTX. Show Notes Watch the episode on YouTube

Oct 10, 2025 48 min 11 annotations

Big Boy Pizza Machine

The pair discuss Jim's upcoming trips to the USA and China, Alex's time with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the why electric vans aren't the best first EV experience and what could be done about it.

Sep 27, 2025 38 min 16 annotations

WLTP Bladder Rating with Jonathan Porterfield

Alex and Jim are this week, joined by Jonathan Porterfield, who is best known for his content online about EV auctions, road trips and much more. The trio talk about what Jonathan does, the charging situation in Scotland and what the best EV deal is at the moment - plus, much more!

Sep 20, 2025 42 min 12 annotations

Lump on my head

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. Show Notes Watch the episode on YouTube

Aug 30, 2025 33 min 12 annotations

Motoring Goals with MG UK’s David Allison

In this episode of the Charging Status EV Podcast, Alex and Jim talk to David Allison - MG UK’s Head of Product and Planning. David shares how MG has gone from a budget brand to one of the UK’s fastest-growing EV car companies, the story behind the Cyberster, and why sometimes the best innovation is putting real buttons back in a car.

Aug 24, 2025 37 min 4 annotations

Quite Waitrose-y

Alex and Jim discuss the behind the scenes at the various car launches they have been to and what happens.

Aug 15, 2025 23 min

Scotland, it's like a different country

Alex and Jim are back fresh from their holidays to chat about the Lotus Eletre that Alex has been driving in Scotland, Jim's trip to Spain in a rebadged Chery Tiggo 7 and some chat about why people don't use Tesla Chargers, even though they are super cheap. Show Notes Watch the episode on YouTube

Aug 09, 2025 34 min

Loads of Stupid Stuff with Chris Hazell

Alex and Jim are joined by Chris Hazell, who runs the Hazell Nutz YouTube channel and is the founder and CEO of Fellton. The trio discuss electric boats, EV training courses, Chris's work on the electric batmobile and the Arrival vans. We also have a subscription option within Apple Podcasts, which gives you access to ad-free episodes. Show Notes Watch the episode on YouTube

Aug 01, 2025 34 min

Classic Recharged with Jerome Andre

This week, Alex and Jim talk to Jerome Andre, an EV extraordinaire, who's involved with Outrun on YouTube, Fellton and much more surrounding EV conversions. We also have a subscription option within Apple Podcasts, which gives you access to ad-free episodes. Show Notes Watch the episode on YouTube

Jul 25, 2025 31 min