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The EV Musings Podcast

A podcast about electric vehicles, renewables, and things that are interesting to electric vehicle owners. In each episode, we"ll be discussing one aspect of EV ownership in depth. Episodes are released one per week (usually on a Monday) so make sure you"re subscribed in iTunes, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

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271 - The EV Promotion Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/10/13

In this conversation, Gary Comerford and James McKemey discuss the current state of electric vehicles and the significant gaps in education and promotion surrounding them. They explore the role of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in marketing EVs, the challenges posed by misinformation, and the importance of home charging. This discussion emphasizes the need for a comprehensive public education campaign to inform potential EV users about the benefits and realities of living with electric

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270 - The Season 14 Mid-Season Round Table Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/10/06

In Episode 270 Gary has another mid-season episode where he invites a couple of guests on and they discuss topics of interest .In this episode we discuss:Charger blocking and what to do about itOverstay fees and whether they are good or badCharge point location and why poorly located chargepoints can be an issue.Guests this week include:Dr Euan McTurk is a Consultant Battery Electrochemist who has been working on - and driving - electric vehicles since 2009. Having worked on next-generation cell

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269 - The EV101 Episode Part 3

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/09/29

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary dives into the basics of electric vehicle ownership, focusing on long-distance driving and public charging. He emphasizes the importance of education in understanding EVs, discusses the ideal charging experience, and provides insights on planning long journeys with an EV. The episode also covers the various charging methods and payment options available, ensuring listeners are well-equipped for their EV journey.This season of the podcast is sponsored byZapmap, the

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268 - The EV 101 Episode Part 2

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/09/22

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary delves into the basics of electric vehicles in the second part of the EV 101 series. He discusses the importance of home charging, the delivery process of EVs, and how to drive them effectively. The episode also covers understanding range and efficiency, providing listeners with essential knowledge for new EV owners. Gary emphasises the need for proper charging setups and the benefits of regenerative braking, while also hinting at future topics related to public

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267 - The EV101 Episode Part 1

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/09/15

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary introduces a series focused on the basics of electric vehicles for beginners. He discusses who should consider going electric, the various ways to acquire an EV, and the importance of test driving before making a purchase. The episode aims to simplify the transition to electric vehicles by addressing common concerns and providing practical advice.This is Episode 1 of a 3-part series focused on teaching the basics of EV ownership to newbies.This season of the

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266 The Emergency Journey Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/09/08

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary explores the commonly cited concern about making emergency long-distance journeys in electric vehicles . The discussion is prompted by a Tesla Model 3 owner considering switching to a hybrid due to fears of being unable to reach a loved one quickly in an emergency. Gary dissects this scenario, comparing EV and fossil fuel vehicle travel times, and highlights that delays are often due to traffic, roadworks, or other unpredictable events—not EV charging. He argues

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265 - The WLTP Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/09/01

In this episode Gary covers a topic of great concern to many new EV drivers: the range of their car. We've been sold EVs with phenomenal ranges by dealers, OEMs, and general advertising. But, in reality, these rarely materialise, with lower-than advertised ranges compounded by a further reduction in winter when the weather is cooler.We look at the WLTP range, what it means and how it's calculated; factors that affect your range; how to calculate what your actual range is; and why efficiency is more

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264 - The Battery Issue Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/08/25

In this episode, Gary Comerford interviews Sara Ridley, Engineering and Quality Director at Autocraft Solutions, about the remanufacturing and repair of electric vehicle batteries. They discuss the importance of battery health, common misconceptions about EV batteries, and the challenges faced in the repair ecosystem. Sara emphasizes the need for education and skills development in the EV repair industry, highlighting the environmental benefits of repairing rather than replacing batteries. The

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263 - The Canopy Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/08/18

In this episode Gary explores the lack of canopies at electric vehicle charging hubs across the UK. Despite the presence of canopies at traditional petrol stations, many EV charging sites—especially newly built hubs—lack this basic weather protection. Gary examines various Charge Point Operators (CPOs) like BP Pulse, Shell, Instavolt, Gridserve, and Fastned, highlighting inconsistencies in canopy installation. He discusses the practical implications for users, especially in adverse weather, and

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262 - The Everrati Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/08/11

In this episode Gary talks with Justin Lunny from Everrati, who are making quite a splash in the high-end bespoke electric 'conversions' of classic cars.With Land Rovers, GT40s, Mercedes Pagodas and Gary's favourite, the 911 964 model there's more than meets the eye to these vehicles.Guest Details: Justin Lunny is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor and innovator with over 30 years of experience across fintech, automotive, education, and sustainability. He has co-founded and scaled multiple startups

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261 - The Home Charging Cost Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/08/04

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary explores the true cost of home EV charging, challenging the commonly held belief that charging at home is significantly cheaper than public charging. He discusses various electricity tariffs, including time-of-day and fixed-rate options, and explains how these rates are often subsidized and may not be sustainable long-term. Gary also introduces a method for calculating the real cost per kilowatt hour of home charging by factoring in household expenses, amortized

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260 - The Round Table XIII

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/06/23

In our end of season round table episode my three guests each discuss a topic of interest.The topics under discussion are:How the approach to rural EV infrastructure is changingThe second hand market (how experiences may differ and ways to attract and better support new drivers that come in through this channel)Will increased range, new charging solutions, and familiarity with EVs lead to lower demand for en-route charging? If so how will this affect CPOs?And I will be asking the question: Charger

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259 - The Season 13 Q and A Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/06/16

In this episode Gary answers some listener question on topics as diverse as:The ZEV MandateThe difference between kW and KwhPrice parity between BEV and ICECharging past 80% on a rapid chargerWhy is public charging so expensiveWe also discuss a semi-philosophical question : Why do some public chargers want you to plug in before authenticating for payment and others want you to authenticate for payment before plugging in?This season of the podcast is sponsored byZapmap, the free to download app that

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258 - The Roaming Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/06/09

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary Comerford explores the concept of roaming in electric vehicle charging, discussing its definition, importance, and the current landscape of roaming operators in the UK. He highlights the benefits and challenges of roaming services, including interoperability, user convenience, and data privacy concerns. The conversation also touches on the future of roaming and its potential impact on electric vehicle adoption and green transportation goals.We also hear from

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257 The AW Energy Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/06/02

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary interviews John Fairley, Managing Director of AW Energy, to explore how the company offers ultra-rapid EV charging at just 39p/kWh—significantly below the UK average. The discussion covers AW Energy’s history, its integration of renewable energy with EV infrastructure, and the Checkley Wood site, where a wind turbine directly powers EV chargers. They also discuss the scalability of this model, future plans for commercial and HGV charging, and the broader

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256 - The Fleet Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/05/26

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary explores the electrification of vehicle fleets, focusing on the challenges and innovations in transitioning from combustion to electric vehicles. The discussion includes insights from Russ Boulton of Ayvens and Roel Visser of Milence, covering both light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). Key topics include depot vs. home charging, driver education, reimbursement models, infrastructure limitations, and the future of megawatt charging for

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255 - The Cable Theft Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/05/19

In this episode, Gary looks at the newest issue hitting EV drivers and Charge Point Operators: Cable theft. What is it and how can we stop it?This season of the podcast is sponsored byZapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging.Links in the show notes:How Helsinki ditched coal in 2 years - Cool thing190 - The Induction Charging Episode - The EV Musings PodcastEpisode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts:https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk(C)

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254 - The Plug and Charge Update Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/05/12

In this episode of EV Musings, host Gary dives deep into the concept of "plug and charge" for electric vehicles. He explains how Tesla has mastered this seamless charging experience and why other networks are struggling to implement it. Gary discusses the technical, operational, and logistical challenges that prevent widespread adoption, including the need for standardized hardware, software, payment systems, and backend support. He also highlights the efforts of companies like Hubject in creating

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253 - The Ultra Rapid Charger Episode

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/05/05

In this episode of EV Musings, host Gary explores the misconception that faster rapid chargers automatically result in faster EV charging. He discusses how various factors—such as vehicle compatibility, battery temperature, and charger infrastructure—impact actual charging speeds. Guest Russ Boulton shares real-world insights about charger misuse, where EV drivers often occupy ultra-rapid chargers their vehicles can't fully utilize. The episode emphasizes the importance of education, app

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252 - The No Home Charging Update Episode 2

The EV Musings Podcast ·

2025/04/28

This episode of EV Musings explores the practicalities and economics of living with an electric vehicle without access to a home charger. Gary chats with Bob Murphy, a technical executive in EV infrastructure, who shares his experience of driving a Kia Soul EV while relying solely on public and workplace charging. Over a month, Bob tracked his charging habits and costs, revealing that with thoughtful planning and strategic use of available infrastructure, it's possible to keep EV running costs

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