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The Urban EV Podcast

The Frequency Network: The Wave

Electric vehicle ownership in a city can be daunting when you don"t have access to a plug. We explore urban charging infrastructure along with the day-to-day experience and economics of public charging your vehicle in a big city.

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00:25:01

Revolutionizing EV Charging Reliability

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/03/10

In this episode of the Urban EV Podcast, we explore the critical issue of charger uptime and reliability with the co-founders of Watts Up, Hilary Taylor and Audrey Wooding. They explore the challenges faced by EV drivers when encountering non-functional charging stations and the innovative AI-driven solutions that Watts Up offers to improve charger reliability. The conversation delves into the scale of charger downtime, the importance of regulatory standards, economic incentives for charge point

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00:31:37

Robo Taxis and the EV Frontier: A Conversation with...

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/03/03

In this episode of the Urban EV Podcast, we welcome Michael Entner-Gómez. He's a writer, speaker and environmentalist focused on sustainable innovation, financial models, and strategic ecosystems and maybe most importantly, a lover of Italian cars. Michael discusses his journey from software engineering to a focus on business outcomes and sustainable technology in various industries, including automotive. The conversation covers Tesla's dominance and competition, the rise of

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00:31:08

Mobile and Fleet EV Charging Solutions? It's Not as...

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2025/02/27

In this episode of the Urban EV Podcast, hosts Rob Hoffman and Scott Murphy interview Andrew Richard, CSO at Electrify EVSE, and Wayne Price, VP of Engineering at Electrify Hub. The discussion centers around the challenges and opportunities in fleet electrification and mobile EV charging, particularly focusing on the lack of infrastructure and how Electrify EVSE and Electrify Hub are pioneering solutions to address these issues. They also discuss the role of alternative fuels for grid-free

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00:40:01

Demystifying the EV Ownership Experience with Steve...

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/02/17

Plug & Play EV's, Steve Birkett discusses his journey as an early adopter with the Chevy Volt to the Hyundai IONIQ 5, and the evolution of EV charging infrastructure. We explore the impact of public and private funding on EV infrastructure, the role of companies like Revel in charging solutions, and the future of autonomous vehicles, including eVTOLs. The conversation also touches on the importance of content creation in simplifying EV ownership and innovations in EV technology.

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00:20:04

Charging Ahead: The Challenge of Structuring Reliable...

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/02/14

In this episode of the Urban EV podcast, we dive into the complexities and advancements of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure with Cecile Post from ChargeTrip, a leading backend EV routing engine. We explore the impact of OCPI protocols, the differences in EV adoption between Europe and the US, and the possibilities and limitations of 'plug and charge' technology as ChargeTrip attempts to shape the future of sustainable transportation.00:00 Introduction to the Urban EV

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00:42:54

Changing the Range Anxiety Narrative

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/02/10

Education of new and potential EV drivers appears to be an auto industry missed memo. So 7 years ago, insider Matt Teske recognized a problem with the EV charging narrative and went out to solve it. He is the founder of Chargeway, a route planning app that demystifies the charging experience. The OEMs may not have taken him seriously at first, but the tide is changing. Matt offers guidance on the past, present and future of road tripping in an EV.

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01:01:59

Navigating the Grid: UK vs the US with Graeme Cooper

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/02/04

Graeme Cooper, an expert in energy transition and EV infrastructure joins cohosts Rob Hoffman and Scott Murphy to discuss the challenges and innovations fueling the green energy revolution. Graeme shares his personal journey with EVs, insights from his work at National Grid, and his current projects in the energy sector. In this conversation, Graeme Cooper reviews the vast differences in infrastructure between the UK and the US. He emphasizes the impact of electric vehicles (EVs) on energy demand,

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00:33:11

Chinese Automakers: The New Leaders in EV Innovation

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/01/23

We witnessed a significant shift towards Chinese made EVs and the concept of software-defined vehicles at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025. In today's show, we review why Toyota's traditional manufacturing processes may be hindering their progress, the cultural differences in EV adoption between the US and China.Scott and Rob also discuss the latest innovations in the electric vehicle (EV) market, highlighting the rise of companies like Xpeng, BYD and Great Wall Motors. They explore

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00:36:24

Battery Swapping as a Service

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/01/16

In this episode of the Urban EV Podcast, host Rob Hoffman and guest Scott Murphy discuss the evolution of urban mobility, focusing on micromobility solutions like e-bikes and scooters. They explore Scott's journey from aviation to scooters, the challenges faced by dockless scooter systems, and the innovative approach of Clover, a subscription-based e-bike service. The conversation also touches on the importance of safety regulations and the cultural shift needed for micromobility to be accepted

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00:50:47

So Many Route Planners, So Many Ways to Get Lost

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2025/01/13

In this episode of the Urban EV Podcast, host Rob Hoffman and guest Todd George delve into the complexities of route planning for electric vehicles (EVs). They discuss the challenges of range anxiety, the learning curve associated with EV ownership, and rate the various apps available for route planning including A Better Route Planner, Chargeway, and PlugShare. Todd shares a personal journey with his Kia EV9 and rented Tesla, highlighting the importance of understanding charging networks and the

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00:18:36

EVgo-ing: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

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2025/01/06

A roadtrip in the northeast offers a tasting menu of user experiences. While some charging brands continue to disappoint, others shine. A stop for a charge in a Target parking lot offers insight and etiquette lessons.

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00:11:24

A Scalable Charging Solution Coming to a Parking Lot...

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2024/12/23

Pando Electric Introduces a Game-Changing Solution to Make EV Charging Accessible for All Universal Plug-and-Charge Standard Set to Eliminate Charger Compatibility Hassles

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00:36:05

Will the Family Sized SUV Save the Planet?

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2024/12/19

In this episode, Rob shares his latest EV roadtrip experience and makes mistakes so you won't have to. Toyota announces a new $1B investment in to build its first third-row EV SUV in the US. Europe can't break the diesel habit and maybe that's OK. Updates on the major EV charging infrastructure expansions in the works across the US.

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00:13:13

These Go To 11

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2024/12/11

There is an assumption among the automakers that claimed range at 100% state of charge is the primary marketing parameter that moves metal off the lots. Yet in reality many drivers charge to 80% based on charger type and battery chemistry. The disappointment in not achieving claimed range, along with confusion over battery charging limits is the start of a negative ownership experience. Do drivers need a single source of truth ? Maybe not. What if the EV driving experience was as simple as driving

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01:11:35

Tesla S3XY Takes On Kia Sensibility

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2024/12/06

How does the the flagship Kia EV9 GT Line fare against the Model S & X Plaid? The missions are similar but the delivery and experience are not. Our guest today is Amlan Das, an early EV adopter who has been trading up his Teslas for years. An owner of both a Model S and X Plaid, he has a unique perspective on the value proposition of a high performance, family hauling EV. A perfect foil to host, Rob Hoffman's more recently designed EV9.

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00:39:49

Electrify America For Free? You Get What You Pay For

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2024/12/02

Rob's winter road trip becomes more of an adventure than bargained for. Plus, coming to a lamppost near you...three exciting new start-ups attempt to bring public charging to the urban masses. Will any of these concepts work?

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00:51:42

EV Versus the e-Bike

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2024/11/22

Is an EV the urban transportation solution we've all been waiting for? Scott Murphy, co-founder of micro-mobility start-ups Fin and Clover makes a case for the "unlimited convenience" of electric bike subscriptions and battery swapping as a service. Electric bikes for both parcel delivery and personal transport may not be fully mainstream yet, but your urban mobility future may be a lot closer than you think.

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00:24:02

First EV Roadtrip: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

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2024/11/13

From leaning into route planning tech to the actual charging experiences on the road, there was a lot to be learned on this trip. Add Kia's Highway Driving Assist into the mix and this newbie's transition to EVs is about to get interesting.

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00:04:16

Elon Trump

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2024/11/07

Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States. Backed by big oil and on record as a climate change denier, this should send chills down the spines of green energy supporters. But having Elon Musk at his side has created a confounding situation. Will EVs prosper under Trump in his second term?

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00:13:08

Taking the EV Leap (With a Kia)

The Urban EV Podcast ·

2024/11/01

EV ownership in the city can be daunting when you don't have a garage and an outlet. Is it worth taking the plunge? Our Brooklyn based host with a fresh EV on his hands, dives in and shares his experiences.

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