KILOWATT HALF HOUR EPISODE 19: WINTER IS DISCUSSED

EV Channels Review

This episode of Kilowatt Half Hour covers a range of electric vehicle news and listener questions. The team discusses the upcoming Lancia Ypsilon, the BMW i5 Touring, and the Kia EV9's impressive winter range performance, contrasting it with the Tesla Model 3's disappointing results in a Norwegian cold-weather test. They also delve into listener queries about estate cars, recommending the Skoda Enyaq and Peugeot e-308 SW, while also touching on the Honda e:Ny1's pricing and the ongoing debate around digital mirrors. A significant portion is dedicated to sustainability in car manufacturing, with the team explaining their 'Green Heroes' initiative to independently verify manufacturers' environmental claims, pushing back against skepticism about PR stunts. The discussion highlights the complexities of carbon footprints in EV production versus their operational emissions.