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Ep 67Reform vs. Renewables: Is the UK's Green Future at Risk?

Stepping outside my usual perspective, I dive into the political arena to examine Reform UK’s campaign against net zero, electrification, and clean energy. Joined by clean tech expert Quentin Wilson and Dan Caesar from EV UK and Everything Electric, we dissect Reform’s stance.We explore Reform’s economic skepticism and their leanings toward fossil fuels. Quentin challenges the “net zero” framing, while Dan counters with evidence of a surge in green jobs. As Reform gains traction in local elections, I reflect on the anger fueling their populist rhetoric and why their Brexit-style playbook may stumble. We unpack their contradictory vision of “independence” and reaffirm our belief in renewables. Dan envisions a coalition fightback by 2028, and we agree: facts can defeat fear. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jun 8, 202539 min

Ep 66Matt Donnelly’s EV Quest

Thinking of swapping your car’s rumble for an EV’s silent zoom? In this episode, I am joined by Matt Donnelly, a Vegas magician prepping for the Foolers Live tour, who’s eager to ditch his 2016 Corolla but daunted by EV options. We dive into US EV life: conquering the 270-mile Vegas-to-LA trek, comparing Tesla’s slick chargers to Electrify America’s quirks, and how charging hubs are reviving desert stops.Matt’s open about cost concerns and range fears. I share my top EV tips—test-drive via rentals, master destination charging, and enjoy the road-rage. It’s a lively, no-nonsense guide for anyone eyeing a smoother, quieter ride, Vegas or beyond. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 31, 202537 min

Ep 65ChargeGuru: Bringing EV Power to Apartments and Offices

Can EV charging be as simple as plugging in a phone for apartment dwellers or office workers? In this episode, I sit down with Dennis Watling from ChargeGuru, a company with over a decade of experience making EV charging accessible. Dennis explains the challenges of installing chargers in apartments and workplaces, and how ChargeGuru’s fully funded model removes financial barriers for building owners, boosting EV adoption. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 14, 202554 min

Ep 64Open Energy Monitor - Energise Your Savings

Curious how a homemade wind turbine experiment launched a global open-source energy monitoring movement? In this episode of Take It EV, I sit down with Glyn from Open Energy Monitor, who turned a backyard project into a worldwide platform over a decade. From Arduino tinkering and DIY kits to sleek devices, Glyn shares how this subscription-free tool integrates with devices like Home Assistant for pure data ownership.We dive into his heat pump monitoring passion—born from his own install—and why it beats basic apps, plus his electric camper van adventures, cooking on battery power while roaming Europe. It’s a dose of practical ingenuity and community-driven eco-innovation. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 29, 202536 min

Ep 63Ionetic - Leading the Battery Revolution

Episode 63 - Ionetic: Leading the Battery RevolutionSmall EV makers up against the giants? Ionetic’s bringing the edge! James (from episode 43) returns with news of a sharp rebrand and World Arc—software that powers custom battery packs for the little guys.We dive into how World Arc streamlines production for companies building 100 to 10,000 units a year—think niche cars, buses, and forklifts—slashing costs and time. Plus, we bust EV myths and spotlight Ionetic’s work on London’s next-gen buses. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 15, 202524 min

Ep 62Busting the Myths: The Truth Behind the UK’s EV Transition

In this episode, we examine how misinformation is slowing the UK’s shift to cleaner transport. I sit down with Colin Walker, Head of Transport at the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU), as he explains how misleading stories about electric vehicles (EVs) are damaging progress and trust.Colin tackles some of the most ridiculous myths, from EVs being only for the rich to claims that they’re worse for the environment than petrol cars. We also confront the myths that EVs can’t handle the cold and that they explode in crashes. Colin shares how the ECIU is working to bust these myths with facts, educational campaigns, and a focus on truth.Colin stresses that only by working together can we ensure a net-zero future driven by facts, not falsehoods. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 26, 202533 min

Ep 61CoCharger: The Alternative to Home Charging

How can community-driven solutions make EV charging more accessible for everyone? In this episode, Joel Teague, the founder of CoCharger, shares how his platform is connecting EV owners to a community-based network of chargers, making it easier for those without home charging options to keep their vehicles powered.Joel shares the challenges many people face when transitioning to EVs, particularly the lack of accessible charging at home. He explains how CoCharger solves this by allowing individuals with private chargers to share them with others in their local communities, creating a trusted network of available chargers.By tapping into the power of community, CoCharger is building a future where EVs are more accessible, affordable, and easier to use – empowering drivers to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable world. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 1, 202533 min

Ep 60Scottish Power’s Vision for a Greener Tomorrow

How can electric vehicles shape the future of energy and mobility, and what role does infrastructure play in this transition? In this episode, we hear from Bob Murphy, a technical executive at Scottish Power, as he takes us on a journey through the evolution of electric vehicle fleets and charging infrastructure. With over a decade of experience in the EV space, Bob reflects on the early days of electric vehicles, sharing his personal journey and the challenges faced in pioneering EV adoption at Edinburgh College, including the development of their first all-electric fleet.We explore the practicalities and benefits of adopting EVs for both personal and fleet use, including the advantages of charging points, smart metering, and tailored tariffs for home charging. From Bob’s hands-on experiences in setting up charging stations across Scotland to how companies are embracing the shift towards greener energy, this episode highlights the critical role of sustainable energy solutions in today’s world.We also explore the rise of renewable energy in Scotland and the broader UK, with insights into how Scottish Power is contributing to net-zero goals, providing smarter, greener living options, and adapting to the changing energy landscape. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jan 14, 202527 min

Ep 59Busting the Myths: The Truth About EVs with Quentin Willson

How can we break the cycle of misinformation surrounding electric vehicles and shift towards a future of cleaner energy and sustainability? In this episode, I speak with Quentin Willson, a renowned advocate for electric vehicles, as we dive deep into the myths that still plague EV adoption. From fears about battery life to the misconceptions surrounding EV fires, Quentin sheds light on the facts, busting the myths that continue to fuel resistance against the transition to electric.Quentin also shares his unique journey from driving high-performance fossil-fuel vehicles to fully embracing the electric revolution, demonstrating the ease and excitement of EV ownership. We explore the benefits of EVs beyond the environment, discussing their lower cost of ownership and the rapidly evolving technology that makes them more accessible than ever.But it’s not just about the cars – we also touch on the bigger picture: the importance of embracing green energy, how the UK can lead the charge in the global energy transition, and why politicians must take action to create the necessary infrastructure for future generations. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dec 28, 202425 min

Ep 58Beyond Solar - The Future of Energy Storage with GivEnergy

How is the energy storage market evolving, and how can it help homeowners save money while contributing to a more sustainable future? In this episode, we dive into the world of energy storage with George from GivEnergy, a company at the forefront of the solar and battery storage industry.We explore the advantages of battery storage, from improving energy efficiency to helping homeowners save on their bills. George explains how GivEnergy’s all-in-one units and user-friendly technology are designed to seamlessly integrate with existing solar systems, making it easier than ever for consumers to optimise their energy use. We also discuss the growing demand for energy storage in the UK and the exciting innovations that are shaping the future of the industry.With a focus on cost savings, product reliability, and future growth, George provides an in-depth look at the current landscape of battery storage and how GivEnergy’s products are making a difference for homeowners across the globe.https://givenergy.co.uk/Creators & Guests Gregg Jaśkiewicz - Host George Rawding - Guest If you enjoy our content, don’t miss out! Subscribe here: https://takeitev.transistor.fm/subscribeand get new episodes automatically.Want to support us? A small monthly contribution on Patreon can make a big difference, though it’s totally optional: https://www.patreon.com/takeitevThank you for your support! Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dec 10, 202420 min

Ep 57Everything Electric South 2024

How is the future of electric vehicles shaping up, and what groundbreaking innovations are emerging to power the next generation of sustainable transport? In this episode, Take It EV join forces with Gary Comerford from EV Musings, Simon Rowe (The EV Side), and Rob Shaw (RSThinks) at the Everything Electric in Farnborough. Together, we explore the latest advancements in electric vehicles, from ultra-rapid charging solutions to exciting new cars hitting the market.We kick things off with a look at AW Renewables' game-changing Kempower Charging system, powered by a wind turbine, offering ultra-rapid charging at an incredible rate. Then, we dive into our test drives, including the MG Cyberster, the first two-seat convertible electric car, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5N, which offers a thrilling driving experience. We compare these cars’ performances and discuss how EV acceleration is changing the way we experience driving.Beyond cars, we talk about the growing push to debunk EV myths through the Electric Vehicles UK initiative, and how content creators are stepping up to inform the public. We also explore eco-friendly home solutions like battery boilers and solar panels, highlighting the broader movement towards green energy. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 15, 202442 min

Ep 56Solar, Storage & Software with 3TI

In this episode of Take It EV we’re at Everything Electric in Harrogate and I sit down with Mark Potter from 3TI to explore how solar energy and electric vehicle infrastructure are coming together to create a smarter, greener charging ecosystem.Mark introduces us to 3TI’s cutting-edge solutions, including the Papilio3, the pop-up mini solar car park and EV charging hub—an innovative blend of solar generation and energy storage that’s transforming the way we power our electric vehicles. We how 3TI is making EV charging not only more sustainable but also more efficient and scalable for businesses and public institutions.We also tackle the complexities of current charging standards like CCS and CHAdeMO, uncovering both the opportunities and challenges that come with a rapidly evolving EV landscape. Plus, we discuss how a collaborative, open-platform software approach could be the key to accelerating EV adoption.Use this link to sign up to Octopus. I get a cut and so do you - https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504https://3ti.co.uk/X - @3tiEnergyHubsFb - www.facebook.com/evsolarcarparks/Youtube - @3tievsolarcarparks801www.instagram.com/3tienergyhubs/ Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Oct 15, 202434 min

Ep 55Pole to Pole EV Journey

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Ramsey to discuss his thrilling Pole to Pole adventure—driving an electric vehicle from the North Pole to the South Pole. First ever journey of this kind accomplished in an EV. Chris shares the challenges, highlights, and insights from his groundbreaking journey across diverse terrains and extreme climates. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on pushing boundaries and exploring the world sustainably.https://poletopoleev.com/https://linktr.ee/poletopoleevhttps://www.thenissannext.com/en/PoletoPole.htmlhttps://www.instagram.com/poletopoleev/ Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 30, 202458 min

Ep 54Dan Caesar and Everything Electric Episode

Sat down with Dan to talk about all things EVs and green business, Everything electric, Fully Charged. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till Use this link to sign up to Octopus. I get a cut and so do you - https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504

Sep 2, 202440 min

Ep 53KC Talks EVs Episode

Kevin from KC Talks EVs joins me on Take it EV to chat about his hands-on experiences with electric vehicles, especially his time with the MG ZS EV. We discuss why showcasing real-life EV use is crucial for understanding efficiency and practicality. Kevin explains how his YouTube channel is all about straightforward, honest content, driven by what his viewers want to see. We also talk about the importance of a good dealership experience, something Kevin knows firsthand. Looking ahead, we discuss why improving EV efficiency might be more important than just bigger batteries. Kevin teases some upcoming videos, including a potential deep dive into EV towing, a topic his audience has been asking about. We also touch on the bigger picture, like how EVs play a role in tackling climate change. Kevin mentions his involvement with the Yorkshire EV Club and the importance of community events for EV enthusiasts. We wrap up by looking at some of the events Kevin plans to attend in the near future. This episode offers down-to-earth insights that anyone interested in EVs will appreciate.https://www.youtube.com/@KCTalksEVKevin's websiteYorkshire EV Club Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Aug 17, 202431 min

Ep 52The Green Strip episode

Speaking to Patric, aka People's tarrif, aka Green Strip show about difficulties of living with an EV on a budged without access to own charger and his 6060 trip. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/greenstripshowhttps://twitter.com/PeoplesTariffhttps://twitter.com/greenstripshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jul 31, 202417 min

Ep 51The Duracell Energy Episode

Conversation with Dan Millar from Duracell Energy about their offering and some interesting technical details.https://www.duracellenergy.com/Quote calculator: https://app-uk.duracellenergy.com/quote-calculator ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till Use this link to sign up to Octopus. I get a cut and so do you - https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504 (00:00) - Main Show (42:06) - summary

Jun 14, 202447 min

Ep 50Everything Electric North 2024

In this episode of Take It EV, recorded at the Everything Electric Show in Harrogate, hosts Gregg, Rob and Gary discuss their experiences and key highlights from the event. They share insights on new electric vehicle test drives, including the Hyundai Ioniq 5N, BYD Seal, and Volvo EX30, emphasising the no-pressure test drive environment. The episode also explores emerging technologies and innovative solutions like heat pump subscription systems from Aira, highlighting the integration of electric vehicles with home energy systems. Additionally, they delve into panel sessions addressing electric vehicle misinformation and the broader impact of electrification on reducing peak electricity demand and overall costs. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Use this link to sign up to Octopus. I get a cut and so do you - https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504Leave us a review on iTunes, or wherever you listen to this. Not sure what to say? How did you find this show? What do you enjoy about it? How do you listen to it, or where!Rob can be found at youtube.com/RSThinksGary: evMusings podcast Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till

May 29, 202446 min

Ep 491 Million EVs on UK Roads & Your Ultimate Guide to Driving EV

1M EVs registered in the UK! https://www.zap-map.com/ev-stats/ev-marketThis new episode celebrates 1 millionth EV registered in March 2024, in the UK. Yup. I think it's a big elfin deal. I thought it would be good to get my ideas of how to make one's life easier with new EV. The advice I would have given my friends and myself back in 2016. Or since. Patreon https://mastodon.social/@takeitevOctopus electroverse Your Octopus Energy Referral codeUse this link to sign up to Octopus - https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504 Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 13, 202440 min

Ep 48Robocar 9000

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Some shows have seasons, I decided to try talking with the future of transportation . It didn't go well ;() Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 1, 20242 min

Ep 47Independent car maintenance with Hevra

Conversation with Pete, co-founder of Hevra and Matt from Cedar garage, one of the HEVRA garages about servicing and maintenancehttps://www.hevra.org.uk/https://cedarelectric.co.uk/ Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dec 15, 20231h 0m

Ep 46The Public Charge Point Regulations 2023 & EVA England

Conversation with James Court, CEO of EVA England about EVAE's role in The Public Charge Point Regulations 2023, and the regulation itself. Topics coveredslow charging? VAT ? whole UK? or just GB ?Scotland?What about posts that are 22kWh, interesting choice with 8kWTesla? Open to other cars vs only Tesla ownersplug and charge ?What are the penalties for not adhering, who is going to police this?how quickly will it be rolled out and do you see any hold outs ? Any critics?Is it a law or a draft? What could possibly go wrong ? And others subjects ..Sign up to EVA England: https://www.evaengland.org.ukhttps://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2023/9780348249873/contentshttps://www.evaengland.org.uk/2023/07/18/public-charge-point-regulations-2023-breakdown/Survey to fill Until 9th of August 2023https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/TheGreatEVChargingSurveyhttps://www.chargeuk.org Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jul 22, 202347 min

Ep 45David Martell of Andersen EV

Interesting conversation about history of Polar Charging network and current endevours of david at Andersen EV.https://andersen-ev.comhttps://mastodon.social/@takeitevhttps://patreon.com/takeitev Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jul 15, 202342 min

Ep 44SWARCO Smart Charging

Conversation with Swarco Charging business Managing Director, Justin Meyer. We dive into many subjects related to deploying and running rapid charging infrastructure. And also speak about the latest Dundee developments , including their new charging hub. (00:00) - Timestamp: 172800000 (03:47) - Teasing Dundee site (05:05) - What metrics do CPOs use to measure success? (08:00) - Swarco's portfolio (11:42) - What usual frustrates new users (15:51) - Can we restrict slow chargring ? (22:38) - Swarco branded chargers (24:44) - What's the best way to encourage more installations? (26:26) - What is the ROI for a site? (29:32) - What is the sweet spot as to the site size? (33:40) - Challenges in expanding the network (39:12) - Is chip shortage still relevant in speed sites are deployed? (41:10) - Is site reliablity something that we will see improving? Scottland and rest of the UK (46:20) - Do you think hardware is getting better, fast enough? (51:44) - Investment and growth at Swarco (55:30) - Improvements in safety and security (01:02:55) - Smarter signage (01:04:04) - Dundee Hub (01:09:00) - What about other councils? Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 31, 20231h 28m

Ep 43Building Battery Packs with James from Ionetic

Conversation with James from Ionetic, about his business , battery packs and the tech they provide. You can find out more at https://ionetic.uk/ Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 27, 202351 min

Ep 42Inductive Charging with Thomas from HEVO

Inductive Charging time. The good, the bad and the exciting! Video on our product: https://vimeo.com/761238722Recent news about our collaboration with Stellantis: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hevo-to-collaborate-with-stellantis-on-wireless-ev-charging-301746884.htmlForbes article (and YouTube video embedded) on pairing automated parking with automated charging: https://www.forbes.com/sites/edgarsten/2021/11/10/enterprise-rent-a-car-tests-bosch-automated-parking-tech/?sh=646967f852ffDemo unit at Detroit Smart Parking Lab in Detroit, USDemo unit at Car Charged UK in Mansfield, UKSubmersion test at HEVO HQ in Brooklyn, US ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ (00:00) - Introduction (10:50) - kiddy pool testing (30:00) - Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till

Mar 7, 202335 min

Ep 41Do heatpumps work? and what's coming in 2023

Gregg's solo waffle episode. Why have I been go for a while? What's happened in the meantime? How's the heatpump doing? How am I doing? What's coming in 2023? Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 13, 202339 min

Ep 40Science of climate change with Michael De Podesta

Science of climate change, what can we do about it and what are the real basis for it.Also, talk about why hydrogen is not the great future everyone’s hoping for. Even tho it has a little bit of a role to playhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Stewart_Callendarhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keeling_Curvehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milankovitch_cyclesHeat Pump Explainer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDjBZ9GqFmcHow We Measure the World - with Michael de Podesta: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dguZLChkRV8Michael’s videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM7WZNOGsKBVBqZ850I9xnw/videoshttps://twitter.com/Protons4B (00:00) - Intro/Preshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 6, 20221h 21m

Ep 39Stay and charge with R3charge!

Conversation with Ole WIESEN-BERGNER, Founder & CMO of R3charge. Check them out at https://www.r3charge.com , Don't forget to use the code: TAKEIT10 . I don't get any money for it - but I want to support them and their endeavour. Check out this podcast at https://takeitev.transistor.fm , https://takeitev.transistor.fm/subscribeAnd chuck us few quids a month if I want me to release more episodes and more often: https://www.patreon.com/takeitevTweet at me: http://twitter.com/takeitev Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 4, 202230 min

Ep 38Conversation with Quentin Willson

Interview with Quentin Willson about EVs, his past experiences and what can we do in the future to improve things.Quentin Willson On Twitter https://twitter.com/QuentinWillson Fair Charge UK: https://www.faircharge.co.uk, https://twitter.com/fairchargeukBritishVolt https://www.britishvolt.comMerch: https://take-it-ev-podcast.creator-spring.comSubscribe: https://takeitev.transistor.fm/subscribeSupport me: https://www.patreon.com/takeitevTwitter: twitter.com/takeitevOctopus Energy referral code (use the code or click to get started) https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504InstaVolt referral (I get £5, you get £5) : https://driver.emsp.instavolt.co.uk/referral/X64QM Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jul 17, 202252 min

Ep 37Heatpumps with Nathan James Van Gambling

Spoke to Nathan James Van Gambling, of BetaTeach/BetaTalk fame about all things Heatpumps. https://betatalk.buzzsprout.comhttps://twitter.com/betateachpodhttps://betateach.co.ukhttps://youtu.be/CxkzyO_QWFISwitch to octopus and get £50 off your household bills https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504 Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jun 12, 20221h 11m

Ep 36Charge Safe with Kate Tyrrell

Conversation with Kate Tyrrell, who set up ChargeSafe UK following her personal experiences with charging on the road. We talk about the issues, but also have a good old chinwag about electric cars and related subjects. Trying to keep it fun and light :-) Enjoy. [email protected]://www.chargesafe.ukhttps://twitter.com/EVChargeSafe https://twitter.com/takeitevYouTube video Switch to octopus and get £50 off your household bills https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504 Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 11, 20221h 12m

Ep 35EVA England with Warren

Sat down with Warren Ryan Philips to talk about EVA England and reducing your house's enviromental footprint. What a great human being to talk to. Very inspiring conversation. Warren's Twitter : https://twitter.com/LuciddestinyEVA England: https://www.evaengland.org.ukEVA Scotland: https://www.eva.scotTransition town network https://transitionnetwork.orgEco open homes http://openecohomes.orghttps://twitter.com/takeitevhttp://patreon.com/takeitevTake IT EV podcast YouTube channelSwitch to octopus and get £50 off your household bills https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504 Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 15, 20221h 15m

Ep 34Robotics, EVs, Tesla, AI, Manufacturing and other things with Maz Shar

Chat with Maz Shar about EVs, supply, AI and many other related subject. Much more relaxed and laid back episode than usual . Take It EV YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgCNp8fSMRQtNESGJYHSkcwSUBSCRIBE! SHARE!ENJOY!Switch to octopus and get £50 off your household bills https://share.octopus.energy/rose-rain-504 Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 25, 20221h 3m

Ep 33Kempower CEO

https://kempower.comRecent announcements: https://kempower.com/information-center/news/First installation of Kempower charger in the UK: https://www.vital-ev.co.ukKempower chargers are used on Osprey network in the UK https://ospreycharging.co.ukTake It EV YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgCNp8fSMRQtNESGJYHSkcw Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 12, 20221h 3m

Designing cars for people with accessibliity in mind

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Short episode, part duex if you like. Speaking to Chris and dipping into his knowledge of OEM design practices and how different manufactures consider designing cars for users with different needs, body shapes and disabilities. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 5, 202228 min

Ep 32Accessibility and EVs

Chat with an owner of EVs who also happens to be a disabled person. We talk about challenges of living with disabilities, driving , charging etc. Part 1 of this discussion . You don't want to miss it!https://twitter.com/B_McBeardfacehttps://www.motability.co.uk Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jan 31, 202257 min

Ep 31Truckin' in the USA and EVs

Interview with Ellie O'Daire , truck driver from USA. She's recently upgraded her Mustang to the EV version, Mustang-E. We are talking about EVs in the USA, other than the one everyone's talking about usually, but more importantly about trucking. I've learned a ton and hope that you'll find this conversation interesting. Mustang-E Ellie's YouTubehttps://twitter.com/EllieODairehttps://twitter.com/TakeItEV Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 26, 202140 min

Ep 30Plug In Hybrids..

Solo episode about plug-in hybrids, what's great about them and all the grips I got with the misconceptions of buying and owning one. The bad, the good, etc. TLDR: they are not EVs, shouldn't be allowed to use rapid chargers and won't be relevant in 5-10 years. Let's hope.PHEV models found to be 61% less efficient in real-world use.And so much more.. Classic Gregg solo episode. Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Oct 24, 202128 min

Ep 29iPace experiences

Sat down with Gary, who has been driving Jaguar iPace for a very long time, to talk about his stories, experiences. Don't worry, I did ask him some tricky questions as well :-) http://twitter.com/takeitevhttps://www.youtube.com/iPaceOwner Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Oct 1, 20211h 18m

Ep 28Flying Electric

Sat down for a chat with Sergey from NEBOair , to talk about first full type certified electric airplane in the UK: G-OGRN .NEBOAir Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 2, 202139 min

Ep 27Electric Motorbikes

I had a chat with Alec Sharp from English Electric Co . And you guessed it, we spoke about electrification of motorbikes. Enjoy ! https://www.englishelectricmotorco.com/electric-motorbikes/Patreon Twitter Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jul 25, 20211h 1m

Ep 26Switching to EV for purely financial reasons, opinion.

I asked a question on twitter a short while ago: "I don’t think anyone should be buying EVs purely because they want to save money. Opinions?" Here's my update and view on the subject. EnjoyHere's the link to the thread(s): https://twitter.com/takeitev/status/1406995191354085378?s=21Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/takeitevTwitter link: https://twitter.com/takeitevYouTube: Take IT EV Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jun 24, 202121 min

Ep 25Talking about E-GMP

We are talking about the new Hyundai’s / Kia’s E-GMP platform. This episode was recorded before new IONIQ5 reviews dropped. Andrew’s mr EV channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA5ITWgwaUsdwcFEEnh2WTwTake IT EV podcast website: https://takeitev.transistor.fmMERCH! : https://take-it-ev-podcast.creator-spring.com/mugs Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 28, 202159 min

Ep 24All About Batteries

I sat down with Euan McTurk of Pluglife TV - to talk about all things batteries. Plenty of information for casual listeners as well the curious geeks amongst us! Also, for the first time - this episode is available as a video on YouTube!Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gdzBxmkGKqYEuan's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBPvqu6vqvO3MmTjQZ0lfg Website: https://www.pluglifetelevision.co.ukReach out on Twitters: https://twitter.com/takeitev Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mar 20, 20211h 19m

Ep 23Look back at the 2020

Looking back at 2020, reminding what has happened and giving a little commentary on each of the events. In new year’s event, Hyundai (kia) promises 11 new dedicated EVs by 2025 - In new year’s event, Hyundai promises 11 new dedicated EVs by 2025 : 25 EVs all together by 2025. Not bad, new platform, 800V based, sounds amazing. Their vehicles are very popular and due to the very good performance and efficiency - users are rather satisfiedNorway continued pushing pure EVs even more in 2020. At this point - rest of the europe and the UK should feel really ashamed. Our grid is far more accommodating and we also have much more accommodating weather for EVsTesla did well in 2020, with increasing numbers of deliveries quarter after quarter. And some minor improvements. But who cares about Tesla..CES2020 with Nissan Ariya Concept, Fisker Ocean and of course numerous concepts that I don’t have time to mentionSony showed their electric concept car. Sony. InterestingIonity became even more expensive, practically rendering it useless for current EV users. But I’m sure we will have to pay subscription fees or something similar in the future. No doubt, that will empty our pockets quicker - but only time will tellFiat updated e500 and its super cute. I want one. Iron Man infinite garage goals..Toyota continued the toxic and absolutely outrageously untrue “self charging hybrid” campaigns … rant timeTrump’s out. Dude is an utter idiot, who somehow got attention - out of many of Elon Musk. Make no mistake, people like Trump have had a very negative impact on sustainability of transportation in the USA and around the world. I could do an episode about how toxic these people were, but now that they are gone - I won’t waste too many breaths. Good riddance. GM announced that they have to make their future electric and that they can’t produce vapourware - at the same time as they backed “Nikola” . If you just said “who?” - that was correct reaction. Speaking of which, they were uncovered to be a complete vapourware. So, hydrogen is still not the future. Old news.. you heard it here first..Customers started receiving orders of Porsche Taycan. And reviews are rather positive. I haven’t had a chance to drive one, but I’ve heard its pretty coolElectric Hummer anyone? As expected, we had a lot of snarky comments from the crowd that used to buy these cars for different reasons. Oh well… A lot of EV sales. Not as many as we would love, but as you know - there were some factors at play in 2020 slowing things down. But the decade of EVs has started baby! Model Y, new versions of Kia E-Niro, Ioniq, ID.3 and many many moreDealerships are still the number one problem when it comes to EVs. The culture needs to shift. In the UK - National Express moved to stop buying diesel buses and began transition to pure electric. That’s good news. Volvo releases electric lories . I’ve yet to see the on the roads around europe - but lets hope they will come soonMany oil companies announced that they will meet their emission targets by 2050. Someone should tell them, that there might be a problem with that. I bet you, many of them are still waiting for hydrogen breakthrough. Sales of cars have dropped worldwide, due to the pandemic - but overall percentage of EVs sold - went up - still growing, I wonder how many enquired about pure electric Harley Davidson motorcycle, after watching the Apple TV’s “The Long Way up”UK Moves the sales of ICE cars ban to 2035 from 2040Lucid show their production ready car. Lucid came out , and I’m positively surprised. side effect of lockdown and slowdown of travel by air - up to 10% reduction in emissions. That is incredible proof that we are indeed polluting way too much and impacting the habitat for ourselves way too muchFerrari still thinks that EVs are not viable. Go figureWe got green license plates for pure EVs in the UKin my opinion - the Tesla Battery event was underwhelming, if not a bit disappointing Dyson cancelled his electric car.Oh, and teslas are still not driving themselves. I know, shocker. Merch!Cognitive Dissonance podcastHey Scoops Podcast Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jan 31, 202142 min

Ep 2222: It's not all about Tesla...

Continuation of my discussion with Chris Miller. We talk about Nissan, what OEMs are bad at, .. and then we are back on Tesla.. Oh well :-) All in good spirits. MerchandiseChris's Twitter Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dec 3, 202051 min

Ep 21Other OEMs are available..

Having an informal chat with someone from the auto-industry about all sorts of aspectcs of the industry. MerchandiseChris's Twitter Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 29, 202051 min

Ep 20Driving The Iconic route in an EV

Interview with Andrew Till, who went on a journey from Land's End to John O'Groats in his Kia E-Niro - to prove that driving an EV is easier than one thinks. And much much more. Enjoy! Andrew's ChannelSUBSCRIBE! Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 2, 20201h 6m

Ep 19Warm updates from Gregg

In this episode, I talk about quite few things that have happened in the last 2 months. Sold my Leaf, bought Kia E-Niro, I found out more about issues DPD had with their drivers using public charging,why we didn't get VW ID.3 .And a bonus round - my thoughts about our new charger - Zappi! Thanks to our monthly supporters Boggratt Andrew Till ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Oct 8, 20201h 3m