The Kilowatt Half Hour
Electrifying.com
Updated 5 days agoJoin the Electrifying.com team for a weekly wander through the world of electric cars. Whether you’re charging, relaxing, or trying to look busy for the boss with your headphones on, our round-up of the electric week is the perfect way to spend half an hour. Discover what the team has been up to, driving, reviewing and complaining about. We discuss the topics that really matter alongside the ones that really don’t. If you love electric cars or are merely window shopping, this is the podcast for you. From Electrifying.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes (108)
Episode 84: Merc’s mistake, Škoda's loader and plugging in where the sun don’t shine
Hello and welcome to your weekly bits and bytes from the world of electric cars brought to you by the team at Electrifying.com This week talk about Skoda’s electric estate, Merc’s muddle and the ongoing shambles that is the electric car grant. We also be answer YOUR electric car questions and dip into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 83: Uncertain grants and unnecessary Mokkas
Hello and welcome to your weekly smorgasbord of titbits and treats from the world of car news with the team at Electrifying.com.This week we're talking posh MGs, a hot Mokka, and the fact we still don't know which cars qualify for the Electric Car Grant.We also answer YOUR electric car questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 82: Rover Lovers, Grant Rants and is the Merc CLA a disappointing Tinder date?
Hello and welcome to your weekly tickle around the middle of electric car news and chat from the team at Electrifying.com. This week we talk about the Electric Range Rover, a car that feels like it’s been ‘coming next year’ for a lifetime, and the return of Electric Car Grants here in the UK.And we also answer your electric car questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 81: Goodwood Festival Of Speed goes electric & we break some cars...
This week the team dives into Goodwood’s electric revolution, new EVs from China, and why Tom shouldn’t be left alone with expensive cars. Plus: your questions on roomy family EVs, spare wheels, battery drain, and the great stereo song debate. Featuring Renault’s Turbo 3E, Hyundai’s 6N, and a very enthusiastic Skoda Enyaq fan.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 80: Getting stuck, free charging and Lego butchery
This week we talk about the 242 mph electric Mercedes, new MGs, the car you can recharge in your living room and getting stuck in France. The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 79: Plucky prices, prohibited poos and peak power
This week we talk about brave prices, poo bans, hot hatches and getting your car powered by a volcano. We also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 78: Cold white wine, summer driving and cars we want
This week, Ginny and Tom discuss the return of the Peugeot hot hatch, Citroen's budget e-van and the Nissan Micra - which we've driven for the first time. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 77: Old Favorits and the LEAFs that refuse to die
This week, Mike, Vicky and Batch discuss the return of a forgotten Eastern Bloc classic, the LEAF batteries keeping the lights on at Rome airport and the latest PHEV from Omoda. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 76: Brake Expectations and the smart that grew too big
This week, Nicola, Vicky and Mike discuss (and disagree about) the new Alpine A390, the smart #5 and Renault 4 prices. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 75 : Origami coqs and hard rides
This week, Ginny, Tom and Mike discuss the new Nissan Micra, Peugeot e3008 / e5008 AWD and the smallest ID Buzz on the world. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 74: "Epic Fails, Renaults and Cars That Don't Fit!"
This week, Ginny and Tom discuss the EV world's daftest and downright useless innovations along with the growing problem of cars that have become too wide. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems. The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 73: "Don't buy that!" Your toughest EV questions answered
This week, Mike and Vicky wade through the questions inbox with a special episode dedicated to your buying quandaries. The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 72: DIY cars, French surprises and width restrictions
This week, Ginny and Tom chat about the stuff that has caught their eye in the world of EVs including the budget Slate pick-up, Kia's cheaper EV6 and the Renault 4. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 71: The zesty, the zany and the Zeekr
This week, Nicola, Tom and Mike chat about the stuff they've been driving, including the Zeekr 7X, the Abarth 600e and the Hyundai Inster. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 70: From New York to the World: KIA’s reign continues
This week, Ginny and Batch discuss Kia's big win in the World Car of the Year awards, Subaru's second attempt to crack the electric car market and the crazy Genesis X Gran Equator concept. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 69: "Secrets, lies and the Puma pounces"
This week, Ginny, Vicky and Mike ask if the new Ford Puma GEN-E is Ford's best electric car to date and discuss the details of the Government's planned ban on pure petrol and diesel cars. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 68: Nissan's trifecta, MG's surprise and super Skodas
This week, Ginny and Tom discuss Nissan's new LEAF, Micra and Juke, the forthcoming Škoda Elroq vRS and MG's surprisingly good newcomer The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 67: "Renault gets hot, SEAT goes cold"
This week, Ginny and Tom discuss Renault’s bonkers 5, SEAT’s electric future, the ultimate small EV shootout and the smart that is anything but small… The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 66: Confusing Kias, loads of vans and big savings
This week, Ginny, Tom and Batch discuss the new Kia EV2 and EV4, chat about the new Farizon electric van and ponder a new survey that suggests EV owners can save thousands. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 65: Fire, ice and cut price...
This week, Ginny, Mike and Tom discuss the new Tesla Model Y, a cheaper Audi Q4 e-tron and Ginny's trip to drive a Polestar on ice. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 64: VW vans, beefy Volvos and value for money
This week, Ginny, Mike and Tom discuss the new Volkswagen Transporter (or is it a Ford Transit?), the arrival of yet another £40k Chinese SUV and the return of the Volvo Cross Country badge. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 63 : April foolishness and return of the people's car | Electrifying
This week, Tom discuss the new Volkswagen ID.1, Abarth's price cuts and a clever car tax hack. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 62: Elroqs, Elon and the missing China.
This week, Tom and Mike kick discuss the new Alpine and Renault 5, the Škoda Elroq and the results of Electrifying.com's survey about Elon Musk and Tesla. The team also discuss the rebrand of Ora, and chat about latest videos going live on the YouTube channel. The duo also find time to help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 61: Tesla Tweaks, Twingo teases and Top Prizes!
This week, Ginny and Tom discuss the facelifted Tesla Model Y, the Renault Twingo and the World Car of the Year shortlist. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 60: New Year... new car (that was supposed to be a secret)
This week, Ginny, Tom and Mike kick off the new year with a new purchase (that was supposed to be a secret), new hope for pavement chargers and news of an expansion of the public charging network. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions. This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.