KILOWATT HALF HOUR EPISODE 29: ALFA'S NAME GAMES AND HAPPY VOLKSWAGENS

EV Channels Review

This episode of Kilowatt Half Hour delves into the naming controversy surrounding Alfa Romeo's new SUV, previously known as the Milano and now rebranded as the Junior. The hosts discuss the Italian government's 'appellations of origin' ruling, which prompted the change due to the car being built in Poland. While acknowledging the historic connection, the team expresses a general dislike for the new name, finding it unsuited to the car's aggressive styling. They also touch upon the significant cost and publicity generated by the last-minute rebranding. The discussion then broadens to other car naming conventions, listener questions about EV charging and second-hand EV values, and a brief mention of Volkswagen's design philosophy for its ID models. The review highlights the podcast's conversational and informative style, covering a range of EV-related topics with a mix of industry news and listener interaction.