KILOWATT HALF HOUR EPISODE 32: SUB 20K CARS, TECH RANTS AND GRUBBY TROTTERS

EV Channels Review

This episode of the Kilowatt Half Hour podcast covers a range of EV-related topics, from industry news to listener questions. The hosts discuss the challenges of selling new EVs to private buyers, noting price cuts and a lack of demand despite improved charging infrastructure. They also touch upon the upcoming Hyundai Casper and BYD Seagull/Dolphin mini EVs, as well as the Kia EV3. A significant portion is dedicated to personal car experiences, including a detailed review of the BYD Dolphin's efficiency improvements (though with a persistent annoyance regarding speed limit warnings) and the Vauxhall Astra Electric's problematic auto-locking and costly app features. The podcast also highlights the Nissan Ariya as a bargain of the week over the Subaru Solterra. Listener questions cover leasing options for the Cupra Born, BYD Dolphin, and Peugeot e-208, with a consensus leaning towards the e-208 if significantly cheaper, or the Born for its premium feel. Another listener query addresses the reliance on phone apps and data for public charging, with the hosts acknowledging the issue but offering limited solutions beyond suggesting acquiring mobile data. The discussion concludes with a brief mention of the new Mini Electric and the Mini Aceman, alongside upcoming drives of the Polestar 3 and Cupra Tavascan.