KILOWATT HALF HOUR | EPISODE 10: THE BUM CHEEK PUNCH

EV Channels Review

This episode of Kilowatt Half Hour delves into the Volkswagen ID.7, a car the hosts find 'interesting' and a potential successor to the Passat saloon. While details are under embargo, the review highlights its larger size compared to the IONIQ 6, its traditional Volkswagen interior design, and the availability of 77kWh and 86kWh battery options. A significant point of discussion is the updated infotainment system (version 4), which is praised for being vastly improved, notably featuring backlit sliders for climate and volume controls – a fix that was surprisingly complex to implement. The podcast also touches upon the car's soundtrack playlist, designed to enhance the driving experience. The discussion then shifts to other EVs, including the NIO EL6, Volvo EX30, and the Mazda MX-30 R-EV, with the latter being described as a divisive but unique offering. A notable segment explores the challenges of EV towing, particularly the drastic range reduction when pulling a caravan, and the current limitations of UK charging infrastructure for such use cases. The episode concludes with listener feedback and a discussion on the importance of long-term EV reviews.