Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars - The EV Podcast

097 - BYD Boss talks 2026 in Australia and the new Atto 1

This week, Stephen Collins, Chief Operating Officer - BYD Australia & New Zealand joins the Two Blokes. We talk about the new Atto 1 and Atto 2 and their aggressive pricing. As well as what the future long and short term is for BYD as a car brand in Australia. Thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams, plus, you can be part of the show, thanks to Vodafone, send us a text message on 0477 657 657

Nov 23, 2025 32 min 31 annotations

096 - Petrol RANGE questioned but not reported, and an EV Sales update

Here's an interesting one, the range, or "Fuel Economy" of ICE and Hybrid cars has been questioned by the AAA - the same body that recently questioned the advertised range of a few Electric Cars on the market. But just how has that been reported? Fairly? We think not. An update on Electric Car sales, and the Number 1 Car might surprise you! And how is Stephen enjoying the Porsche Macan - is it an option? We'd love to hear from YOU - so get in touch, 0477 657 657 any time!

Nov 16, 2025 39 min 48 annotations

095 - Polestar 4 Review and Vehicle to Grid explained by Ausgrid

This week Stephen and Trevor have been driving the Polestar 4 - a stunning car with some concerns worth checking out before you buy. We talk to Ausgrid about their plans for Vehicle to Grid compatibility and also moves to introduce home pricing for kerbside charging. And your calls, we talk to an Xpeng owner and the owner of an IM6! SMS us with your EV story to be on the show, 0477 657 657

Nov 09, 2025 50 min 35 annotations

094 - Tesla's Autonomous Driving put to the Test by Drive.com.au

James Ward from Drive.com.au took a Tesla on an epic road trip without driving - the car did it all. What he learned was fascinating. What does it mean for the future of cars and driving We talk to Tim who JUST picked up his new car!! Find out what and why! Get in touch, SMS us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden Dashcams and NRMA Insurance

Nov 02, 2025 43 min 27 annotations

093 - A Ferrari Electric Car? Exclusive chat with Ferrari's product lead

Trev travelled to Ferrari's factory to see their Electric Car plans, but no car. We've got an exclusive chat with their Product Development Boss, Gianmaria Fulgenzi about how an Electric Ferrari can still be a Ferrari. Plus Ken has a Sealion 7 and loves it, while Stan is out on a road trip. His Polestar 2 has done a lot of distance, but he's got eyes and money down on a new car. Get in touch, SMS us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden Dashcams and NRMA Insurance

Oct 26, 2025 46 min 30 annotations

092 - State of EVs in 2025 - the Electric Vehicle Council's annual report

We talk to Aman Gaur from the Electric Vehicle Council about their annual State of EVs report. What's selling, and what risks are there on the future of EVs in Australia. And how does Government policy influence sales Get in touch, SMS us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden Dashcams and NRMA Insurance

Oct 19, 2025 43 min 31 annotations

091 - Geely EX5 a strong value option for EV ownership

We talk to a man who put his money down on a Zeerk 7X and just needs a test drive to lock it in - but what to do about home charging? Take the 7kW supplied or go all in? Andrew got in touch to tell us about his new Geely EX5 and the Two Blokes share their review of this affordable EV Plus, turning sceptics into owners, Trisha and her love for her MG4 Be part of the show, text or WhatsApp us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 - all thanks to Uniden and NRMA Insurance

Oct 12, 2025 42 min 34 annotations

090 - MG's S5 SUV is a cracker for value

We've driven the MG S5 and it's some exceptional value for money, a decent sized SUV for a cracking price. Simon owns a KIA EV6 and has done big numbers of kilometers - what's it like? And Ian has some Mercedes Benz advice for Stephen Join us - text 0477 657 657

Oct 05, 2025 40 min 40 annotations

089 - Solar and Battery, time for an EV

Rocky has his Solar planned and a Home Battery and is now exploring the idea of an Electric Car. John is back with plans to replace the EV but does he get another EV or plug-in? And Alan has concerns about the lack of 22kW charging. Got an EV question or want to share your thoughts? Text us 0477 657 657

Sep 28, 2025 38 min 15 annotations

088 - The Cadillac Lyriq premium SUV

Trev has driven the stunning Cadillac Lyriq and thinks for those looking for a premium EV it should be worth a test drive. Debbie and her husband are looking for cars, and might end up with Two BYDs! Daniel has his first EV - we talk about the market in the UK, and Matt is back after looking at the Deepal E07 Get in touch, text us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden and NRMA Insurance

Sep 21, 2025 44 min 11 annotations

087 - Helpful insights on real-world Electric Vehicle Range

A few weeks into owning a BYD Sealion 7 and Nev is impressed, but is it enough to make them a two EV houshold? Let us know where you're at in your EV journey and text us 0477 657 657 We run though some handy reference sites for detailed EV information, including a solution to the RANGE debate for your next car (or current car) And Stephen's thinking - what car next? EV DATABASE: https://ev-database.org/ AUSTRALIAN EV ASSOCIATION: https://aeva.asn.au/

Sep 14, 2025 42 min 24 annotations

086 - EV Batteries after life - a real solution

This week we talk to an EV owner worried about range who went and got his battery tested, the result shocked him. We catch up with a man behind a business bringing power to people without the need for Diesel, and it's quiet - using OLD ELECTRIC CAR BATTERIES! Amazing! And Queen Penelope is back with some more thoughts and a story of how EV envy sold a Mercedes Benz. Be part of the show - text us on 0477 657 657

Sep 07, 2025 35 min 4 annotations

085 - An Electric Car cheaper than it's petrol equivalent - that's rare!

The all-electric Mercedes G-Wagon - tricks in a tank, the boys have driven an iconic car which is cheaper than it's petrol sibling - unusual! But still $300,000!! Benita talks about her brand new KIA EV3 and the journey to go electric. And some stats from KIA EV owners about tyre wear and 12V battery issues Be part of the show, thanks to Vodafone text us on 0477 657 657. All thanks to NRMA Insurance - a Help Company, and Uniden Smart Dashcams

Aug 31, 2025 44 min 7 annotations

084 - Electric Vehicle Range Claims - fake or fake news?

There's a lot of talk about the range of electric cars being falsely advertised - so what's the truth, and if they struggle with range, how did Polestar set a Guiness World Record? Plus we talk Electric Motorbikes - with Aussie auto manufacturing BACK - Savic founder joins us to explain. And your calls on BYD ownership and tossing up the post Tesla purchase. All thanks to NRMA Insurance and UNIDEN Smart Dashcams, get in touch with us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657

Aug 24, 2025 48 min 13 annotations

083 - Should you buy the KIA EV3? and the O.G. Electric Car? World Solar Challenge

This week Grace calls in, she LOVES her BYD Atto 3 - what makes it great, and how the Dolphin tempted her. Trev and Steve have driven the KIA EV3 - so what's it like? And is it worth it? And we talk to a Uni Student working hard on the World Solar Challenge entry backed by our mates at Uniden. Be part of the show, SMS 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars, thanks to Uniden and NRMA Insurance

Aug 17, 2025 37 min 14 annotations

082 - We discover how much battery you lose when parked for an extended time

We get the answer to the question - how much charge will my battery lose when it's parked long-term at the airport while I'm on Holidays? Steve has a Sealion 7 and loves it, but does it match the R32 it replaced? And Adam calls about his Xpeng G6 - what's it like to own a new brand? Get in touch, Text or WhatsApp the boys on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden and NRMA Insurance

Aug 10, 2025 38 min

081 - Jaunt, the Aussie company converting classics to EVs

Trev and Steve talk to Dave Budge, Co-Founder and CEO of Jaunt, the Aussie company taking classic and loved cars and converting them to Electric - for a price. We talk to a man with a new Atto3 that just fits And we talk home charging, as well as EV traction in the wet! All thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams

Aug 03, 2025 41 min

080 - Two Teslas, Two Nissan Leafs, and more from NRMA Insurance on the EV Market

This week we talk to two callers, who've both owned two EVs. One loved his Tesla so much he bought another one - the story of the deposit on the first one will make you smile. And another who doesn't like to spend too much on cars, bought a second hand Nissan Leaf, and the upgraded to a newer one down the track. We catch up with Shawn Ticehurst from NRMA Insurance to talk battery recycling, servicing and EV sales. All thanks to Uniden Smart Dashcam and NRMA Insurance

Jul 27, 2025 47 min

079 - Battery Health Certificates for Used Electric Cars

Brendon Green from Pickles joins us to talk about their move to provide a battery health certificate for all second hand Electric Cars coming through Pickles. We unpack what really affects your battery health. Charging and EV at home when you're renting - what's the best solution? And retirement goals, Golf and an Electric Car - but which one? Deepal or BYD? Thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams, this is Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars, be part of the show, Send us an SMS or WhatsApp to 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone

Jul 20, 2025 45 min

078 - Another happy Mini EV Driver and a Nissan Hybrid owner

This week Trevor and Stephen talk to Corey about his family's Mini upgrade and why dealer satisfaction is critical. Rob explains his Nissan X-Trail and their e-Power style of Hybrid giving him the electric feeling. And Steve from California via Italy has a shiny new BMW iX. Get in touch, thanks to Vodafone - SMS the blokes on 0477 657 657

Jul 13, 2025 38 min

077 - Electric Car Sales boom in June, and Eliza's MG love

Big numbers for Electric Car sales in Australia with a big surge from Tesla and BYD helping it along. Roddy's now a two BYD family with the wife getting a BYD Shark to replace the Prado. And Eliza is thrown onto the show by dad who says she loves her MG

Jul 06, 2025 35 min

074 - The Kia EV9 and the Adelaide Golfer with the new Mini!

Stephen and Trev have been driving the KIA EV9 GT-line - any regrets for Trev on his choice? Doreen loves golf and got herself a shiny new car, she tells us all about it. David finally made a decision, after several test drives And Jon discovers the upside of EV depreciation. Talking EVs every week thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Dashcams, get in touch with the boys thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657

Jun 29, 2025 38 min

073 - The Seagull for Australia?

Could the new management at BYD Australia bring the tiny Seagull to our shores? Could this be a sub $25,000 EV? Would the lack of a five star ANCAP put you off or could you consider the details of the rating? A BYD Owner with plenty of K's has concerns about his battery. And Paul is back with thoughts on the Ford F150 Thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Dashcams, this is your EV Podcast

Jun 22, 2025 40 min

074 - Rewarding charging, the Zeekr 009 Review and your calls

Susie owns a BYD, but when the lease is up - doesn't think she'll go EV again - whats behind that? David is back, he's test driven three cars - how is the choice shaping up Woolies is rewarding those who charge at the supermarket and Stephen and Trevor drive the Zeekr 009 All thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams Get in touch with your story, thanks to Vodafone text 0477 657 657

Jun 15, 2025 44 min

073 - Do EV Tyres wear faster? A poor BYD delivery and your calls

News from BYD recently that the local distribution is being taken over by the Global Company, what next?Stephen has tyre woes - is this common?We talk to Danny about his new BYD and the disappointing things he's found.Range Anxiety via stealth, when you lend your car to family, and buying your second EV - Craig has options!

Jun 08, 2025 51 min