The Kilowatt Half Hour

<p>Join the <a href="http://electrifying.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electrifying.com</a> team for a weekly wander through the world of electric cars. Whether you’re charging, relaxing, or trying to look busy for the boss with your headphones on, our round-up of the electric week is the perfect way to spend half an hour. Discover what the team has been up to, driving, reviewing and complaining about. We discuss the topics that really matter alongside the ones that really don’t. If you love electric cars or are merely window shopping, this is the podcast for you. </p><br /><p>From <a href="http://electrifying.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Electrifying.com</a> </p><hr /><p style="color: grey; font-size: 0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Episode 89: Budget Buzz, the Dinky Dacia and the Gilded Genesis

This week, Ginny and Mike discuss the new Kia PV5, the Dacia Hipster and the facelifted Genesis GV60. Plus, we’ll also be answering YOUR EV questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt Half Hour - your weekly podcast from the team at Electrifying.com  Contact us at podcast@electriying.comWatch this podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3yQxluEm5c&list=PLFQ1iRNtDyJt9rr1UT0pHCeMuOvm-6b9Q Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-08
43:30

Episode 88: EV4 outrage, the Micra backlash and Volvo doubles up

This week we’ll be talking about the controversially-styled Kia EV4, Volvo's EX90 update, electric tow cars and the ongoing argument about the new Nissan Micra. Plus, we’ll also be answering YOUR EV questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt Half Hour - your weekly podcast from the team at Electrifying.com  Contact us at podcast@electriying.comWatch this podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3yQxluEm5c&list=PLFQ1iRNtDyJt9rr1UT0pHCeMuOvm-6b9Q Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-29
45:28

Episode 87: Nissan’s lazy boi, Epiq tales and some Soul searching

This week we’ll be talking about how the busiest August for new cars since we launched in 2020 is fast turning into the busiest September with the Nissan Micra, Škoda Epiq and a host of other new arrivals. Plus, we’ll also be answering YOUR EV questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour your weekly podcast from the team at Electrifying.com  Contact us at podcast@electriying.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-22
52:35

Episode 86: The German edition - reborn TT, iX3 and VW’s new name game

This week, we’ll be talking about the busiest August we’ve ever had for EV launches and concepts - the electric Audi TT, the all-new and very clever BMW iX3, along with a crazy concept from Hyundai - and that just for starters!Plus, we’ll also be answering YOUR EV questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour your weekly podcast from the team at Electrifying.com  Contact us at podcast@electriying.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-11
41:34

Episode 85: Elon’s electrons, the Polestar that couldn't stop and the Corsa cometh

Hello and welcome to your weekly bits and bytes from the world of electric cars brought to you by the team at Electrifying.com This week we’ll be talking about Tesla’s plans for the UK energy market, the Polestar that went on and on and on, and the concept that sort of tells us how the new Vauxhall Corsa is going to look. And we’ll also be answering YOUR electric car questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-18
41:56

Episode 84: Merc’s mistake, Škoda's loader and plugging in where the sun don’t shine

Hello and welcome to your weekly bits and bytes from the world of electric cars brought to you by the team at Electrifying.com This week talk about Skoda’s electric estate, Merc’s muddle and the ongoing shambles that is the electric car grant. We also be answer YOUR electric car questions and dip into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-04
51:48

Episode 83: Uncertain grants and unnecessary Mokkas

Hello and welcome to your weekly smorgasbord of titbits and treats from the world of car news with the team at Electrifying.com.This week we're talking posh MGs, a hot Mokka, and the fact we still don't know which cars qualify for the Electric Car Grant.We also answer YOUR electric car questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour.This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-29
41:03

Episode 82: Rover Lovers, Grant Rants and is the Merc CLA a disappointing Tinder date?

Hello and welcome to your weekly tickle around the middle of electric car news and chat from the team at Electrifying.com. This week we talk about the Electric Range Rover, a car that feels like it’s been ‘coming next year’ for a lifetime, and the return of Electric Car Grants here in the UK.And we also answer your electric car questions and dipping into the postbag to find out your views on last week’s episode. Welcome to the Kilowatt half hour.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-21
40:09

Episode 81: Goodwood Festival Of Speed goes electric & we break some cars...

This week the team dives into Goodwood’s electric revolution, new EVs from China, and why Tom shouldn’t be left alone with expensive cars. Plus: your questions on roomy family EVs, spare wheels, battery drain, and the great stereo song debate. Featuring Renault’s Turbo 3E, Hyundai’s 6N, and a very enthusiastic Skoda Enyaq fan.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-14
45:20

Episode 80: Getting stuck, free charging and Lego butchery

This week we talk about the 242 mph electric Mercedes, new MGs, the car you can recharge in your living room and getting stuck in France. The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-02
44:57

Episode 79: Plucky prices, prohibited poos and peak power

This week we talk about brave prices, poo bans, hot hatches and getting your car powered by a volcano. We also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-24
00:12

Episode 78: Cold white wine, summer driving and cars we want

This week, Ginny and Tom discuss the return of the Peugeot hot hatch, Citroen's budget e-van and the Nissan Micra - which we've driven for the first time. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-18
49:41

Episode 77: Old Favorits and the LEAFs that refuse to die

This week, Mike, Vicky and Batch discuss the return of a forgotten Eastern Bloc classic, the LEAF batteries keeping the lights on at Rome airport and the latest PHEV from Omoda. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-11
47:49

Episode 76: Brake Expectations and the smart that grew too big

This week, Nicola, Vicky and Mike discuss (and disagree about) the new Alpine A390, the smart #5 and Renault 4 prices. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-03
50:13

Episode 75 : Origami coqs and hard rides

This week, Ginny, Tom and Mike discuss the new Nissan Micra, Peugeot e3008 / e5008 AWD and the smallest ID Buzz on the world. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-28
43:16

Episode 74: "Epic Fails, Renaults and Cars That Don't Fit!"

This week, Ginny and Tom discuss the EV world's daftest and downright useless innovations along with the growing problem of cars that have become too wide. They also wade through the inbox to answer all your electric car-related problems. The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-19
48:30

Episode 73: "Don't buy that!" Your toughest EV questions answered

This week, Mike and Vicky wade through the questions inbox with a special episode dedicated to your buying quandaries. The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-15
35:53

Episode 72: DIY cars, French surprises and width restrictions

This week, Ginny and Tom chat about the stuff that has caught their eye in the world of EVs including the budget Slate pick-up, Kia's cheaper EV6 and the Renault 4. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-08
49:35

Episode 71: The zesty, the zany and the Zeekr

This week, Nicola, Tom and Mike chat about the stuff they've been driving, including the Zeekr 7X, the Abarth 600e and the Hyundai Inster. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-27
52:30

Episode 70: From New York to the World: KIA’s reign continues

This week, Ginny and Batch discuss Kia's big win in the World Car of the Year awards, Subaru's second attempt to crack the electric car market and the crazy Genesis X Gran Equator concept. The team also discuss the latest videos going live on the YouTube channel and help listeners with their car buying questions.The Kilowatt Half Hour is powered by Andersen EV - https://andersen-ev.com/This podcast is also available on the Electrifying.com YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JbxEwr7q5bP7ANJMSqAg) where you can leave comments and questions for the team. We can also be reached at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-23
42:35

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