KILOWATT HALF HOUR EPISODE 40: OUR GUILTY PLEASURES

EV Channels Review

This episode of the Kilowatt Half Hour podcast, recorded from the back of a Hyundai Ioniq 5, delves into the hosts' and team's 'guilty pleasure' electric cars. Mike and Tom discuss their affection for the Lexus UX and Volkswagen e-Up!, citing their practicality and character despite potentially outdated features. Mike also expresses a fondness for the VW ID. Buzz, appreciating its unique character despite its inefficiency, and the Fiat 500e for its style, though acknowledging its high price and limited range. The discussion touches upon the Jeep Avenger's appeal to a self-proclaimed petrolhead, the surprising value in used electric cars like the Polestar 2 and Audi Q8, and the ongoing debate about electric cars as first vehicles, with the Nissan Leaf being a potential contender. Listener questions also cover Tesla Model 3 alternatives and the nuances of car tax breaks. The episode highlights that emotional connection and personal preference often outweigh pure statistics when choosing an EV.