KILOWATT HALF HOUR EP 80: GETTING STUCK, FREE CHARGING AND LEGO BUTCHERY

EV Channels Review

This episode of Kilowatt Half Hour delves into a series of personal automotive adventures and industry news. The hosts recount a chaotic travel experience involving train cancellations and hotel shortages in Paris, highlighting the practical challenges of modern travel. A significant portion is dedicated to a challenging Lego Technic build of a Peugeot car, with one host admitting to a 'modification' to complete it. The discussion then shifts to a tire puncture incident, prompting a debate on the necessity of spare wheels in modern EVs. The episode also touches upon the upcoming Mercedes-AMG electric concept with astonishing performance figures, the limitations of the new Mercedes CLA's charging system in the UK, and an innovative V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) package from Octopus Energy. Finally, the hosts discuss lease deals for the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and a used Maserati Ghibli, alongside listener questions about EV replacements for hot hatches and the merits of home charging solutions.