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Grid Connections

Grid Connections

Discover the future of energy in the Grid Connections Podcast. Join our expert host as we explore the latest innovations and developments in the world of renewable energy, electric vehicles, and sustainable transportation. In each episode, we dive deep into topics such as the future of electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and the impact of renewable energy on our society. We"ll discuss cutting-edge technology, industry trends, and the challenges faced by those working to create a more

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13:09

Grid Connections Podcast (and Life) Updates

Grid Connections ·

2024/08/14

SummaryIn today's episode, I’m sharing some updates on what’s in store for the podcast moving forward (and recent personal update: I am moving!). I’m looking to increase the number of episodes per week with more episodes involving different panels of guests. Along with exploring partnerships with other teams for more upcoming collaborations like last week's episode with Francie of the Out of Spec Podcast. I’m also thrilled to announce that I’ll be attending the Electrify Expo in San

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82:30

Francie Saunders from Out of Spec Podcast

Grid Connections ·

2024/08/07

Summary:Francie Saunders, host of the Out of Spec podcast, discusses her role at Out of Spec Studios and her passion for electric vehicles (EVs). The podcast covers topics like EV reviews, charging behavior, and expert interviews. Francie, with a background in natural sciences and teaching, aims to make EV content accessible. The conversation explores automakers' challenges, the need for a seamless charging experience, and more small EV options. They also discuss public transportation,

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98:27

July EV Industry Panel with John McElroy, Loren...

Grid Connections ·

2024/07/31

SummaryIn this episode, the panel discusses the current state of the automotive industry and how EV Sales plays into it. The panel also examines the factors that contribute to EV sales, including the charging experience and the availability of charging infrastructure. Highlighting the importance of understanding the target demographics and the need for automakers to focus on software, infrastructure, and user experience to maintain momentum in the EV market. The guests discuss the shift in

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45:22

BJ Birtwell of Electrify Expo

Grid Connections ·

2024/07/24

SummaryWe sit down with BJ Birtwell, the CEO and Founder of Electrify Expo. North America's largest touring EV festival that showcases all things electric: cars, bikes, scooters, skateboards, watercraft, and more. The festival aims to provide real-world experiences with electric products to help people determine if going electric is right for them. The festival stands out from traditional auto shows by creating a festival environment with music, food, and a wide range of activities. The

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60:22

John Voelcker of Tempting Fate Tours and Contributing...

Grid Connections ·

2024/07/17

John Voelcker joins us again to discuss recent quarterly EV sales and the growth of the EV market. He mentions that EV sales continue to rise despite the headlines, and he predicts that EVs will make up 10% of the market by the end of the year. He also talks about the introduction of GM's Ultium vehicles and his experience driving the Chevy Blazer EV, Silverado EV, Equinox EV, Cadillac Lyric, and GMC Hummer EV. The conversation then shifts to the Tesla Cybertruck and its potential adoption

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56:57

Brenton Murray of Electruck4x4.com

Grid Connections ·

2024/07/10

Brenton Murray, founder of Electruck 4x4, discusses his journey in the EV industry and the development of accessories for electric trucks. He highlights the need for accessories in the EV space, particularly in the overlanding and off-roading community. The focus of Electruck 4x4 is currently on the Rivian R1T, with some products also available for the F-150 Lightning. The company is considering expanding to support the Cybertruck and Silverado EV, among others, in the future. Murray

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47:50

Quincy Lee of Electric Era

Grid Connections ·

2024/07/03

Quincy Lee, the CEO and founder of Electric Era, discusses the company's mission to build EV fast charging stations and improve the charging experience for EV drivers. They focus on reliability and aim to achieve a 99.9% success rate. Electric Era uses a battery-backed system, edge compute technology, and a vertically integrated software stack to ensure reliable and seamless charging. They are expanding their charging network across the country, with a focus on high EV density areas. The

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59:27

Jonny Lieberman

Grid Connections ·

2024/06/26

SummaryIn this episode of the Grid Connections podcast, Chase sits down with Jonny Lieberman, Co-Host of the InEVitable Podcast and Senior Features Editor at MotorTrend. Dive into an engaging discussion on the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and the current state of EV charging infrastructure.Key Topics Covered:The pivotal role of software-defined vehicles in enhancing user experience.The ongoing evolution and innovation within the EV industry.Addressing the tribalism and division in

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89:11

Eric Way of News Coulomb

Grid Connections ·

2024/06/19

SummaryEric Way, host of the YouTube channel News Coulomb, shares his experience with electric vehicles (EVs) and his journey from driving plug-in hybrids to fully electric cars. He discusses his decision to choose the Chevy Bolt EV and the factors that influenced his choice. Eric also expresses his opinion on the plug-in hybrid vs. fully electric debate, stating that he sees no place for plug-in hybrids anymore. He believes that EVs offer a better driving experience and that the charging

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64:28

2024 EV Industry Mid-Year Check Up with John McElroy,...

Grid Connections ·

2024/06/12

SummaryToday's panel featuring John McElroy of Autoline Network, Loren McDonald of EVAdoption and Matt Teske of Chargeway follows back up on our previous predictions (Episodes 23 & 24) for the electric vehicle industry in 2024! We discuss the progress and challenges of the electric vehicle (EV) market in 2024. Touching on topics such as the range of EVs, the growth of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and the public perception of EVs. We highlight the importance of offering EVs

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59:08

Steve Birkett & Walter Schulze

Grid Connections ·

2024/06/05

SummaryIn this episode of the Grid Connections podcast, Chase, Steve Birkett, and Walter Schulze discuss the latest perceptions around EV sales numbers and the challenges dealerships face in selling electric vehicles. They also explore the ongoing rollout of EV charging infrastructure across the country and the tactics charge point operators use to meet various use cases. The conversation highlights the continued growth of the EV market and the importance of dealership engagement and

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57:08

Lew Cox

Grid Connections ·

2024/05/16

SummaryIn this conversation, Lew Cox, Senior Director of Business Development for X-Charge, discusses the benefits and implementation of microgrids and battery-integrated EV charging solutions. He explains that microgrids are localized communities of generation, storage, and distribution that provide self-sufficiency and grid support. Cox highlights the role of batteries in smoothing out peak loads and enabling grid independence. He also discusses the potential of vehicle-to-grid technology

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50:27

Steve Birkett

Grid Connections ·

2024/04/10

In this episode we sit down with Steve Birkett, EV Educator and Founder of Plug and Play EV. We discuss everything from NEVI Funding to EV Road tripping and how far the technology has come in the past decade.SummarySteve Burkett, founder of Plug and Play EV, discusses his journey as an EV driver and content creator. He shares his experiences driving a Bolt EV in the Northeast, including the challenges of winter driving and charging infrastructure. Steve emphasizes the importance of

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59:23

Rustam Kocher: Part 2

Grid Connections ·

2024/03/20

SummaryRustam Kocher, a retired expert in the electric transportation space, shares his experiences and insights on the adoption of electric vehicles in the commercial trucking industry in this two part episode (check out episode 1 if you haven't already!). The conversation discusses the operational standpoint and capabilities of electric trucks, the generations of electric trucks and their development, and the design considerations for electric trucks. It also explores the advantages of

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58:02

Rustam Kocher: Part 1

Grid Connections ·

2024/03/13

SummaryRustam Kocher, a retired expert in the electric transportation space, shares his experiences and insights on the adoption of electric vehicles in the commercial trucking industry. He discusses the early adoption of electric trucks, the challenges of organizational change, and the development of the Megawatt Charging Standard (MCS) connector. Rustam highlights the importance of getting executives to experience electric vehicles and the need for purpose-built charging infrastructure

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76:26

David Welch

Grid Connections ·

2024/03/06

In this episode, we sit down with David Welch, he's Detroit Bureau Chief at Bloomberg LP and Author of "Charging Ahead." His book about General Motors' CEO, Mary Barra, and the transformation of the 120 year-old company. We discuss the current state of the domestic automotive industry and the challenges presented by electrification, EV charging, GM's challenges with electrification and more! Tune in to learn about the latest advancements in EV technology and find out what you can expect

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84:00

Jason Goldfarb

Grid Connections ·

2024/02/28

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Goldfarb of Falcon, Rappaport & Berkman, LLP. We discuss the current state of EV charging and how many of the challenges the industry are seeing have been solved already by learnings from the telecom industry. Specifically the roll out of cell towers for data and overall reception for cell phones.Tune in to learn about the latest advancements in EV technology and find out what you can expect from the EV market in the next few years. From EV

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52:01

Yakov Berenshteyn

Grid Connections ·

2024/02/22

In this episode, we sit down with Yakov Berenshteyn from WeaveGrid. Their platform is a software built for electric vehicles, EV Charging, renewable energy and how all this ties to utilities ability to manage all of these variables. We discuss the future of EVs and how they will impact the automotive industry and the environment by 2024.Tune in to learn about the latest advancements in EV technology and find out what you can expect from the EV market in the next few years. From EV charging

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68:59

John Voelcker

Grid Connections ·

2024/02/14

SummaryJohn Volcker, Contributing Editor to Car & Driver (and one of the co-hosts of Tempting Fate Tours), discusses his background in EV journalism and the auto industry's transition to electric vehicles. He shares his insights on the perception of EVs and the factors that have contributed to their acceptance. Along with discussing some of the current trends in the industry. TakeawaysThe EV transition is unstoppable, but still face hurdles in the short term and it will take time to

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64:11

Mavrick Knoles of Legacy EV

Grid Connections ·

2024/02/07

We sit down with Mavrick Knoles, the President and Co-Founder of Legacy EV.SummaryMavrick shares his background and the journey of Legacy EV, an aftermarket automotive company focused on EV parts distribution and workforce development. They provide training and support for individuals and businesses in the EV industry, including EV conversions. Maverick discusses the importance of hands-on learning experiences and the development of industry standards for EV technicians. He also highlights

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