In this episode of the podcast Gary talks with three senior executives from within the EV industry in the end of season round table episode.

Vicky Read is the CEO of Charge UK, the industry body representing the ChargePoint operators

Tanya Sinclair is the CEO of Electric Vehicles UK, a body representing the EV industry

Vicky Edmond's is the CEO of EVA England, a body representing electric vehicles drivers and advocating for them with government.

As you can imagine with such luminaries on the round table the thoughts and opinions were varied and detailed.

Amongst many other topics we discussed:

- the budget

- the role of government vs private investment in the EV transition

- the state of the EV market and whether prices are going up or coming down

- charging issues and how these are being addressed

- and, of course, misinformation in the industry and why it is so detrimental.

The conversation covers the roles of various industry bodies, common concerns among EV drivers, the impact of government policies and budget decisions, consumer experiences with charging infrastructure, and the challenges posed by misinformation. The panelists emphasize the need for collaboration among industry stakeholders to improve the EV landscape and address the barriers to adoption.

Takeaways

• The EV industry is represented by various organizations with distinct roles.
• Consumer perception often lags behind the actual improvements in EV technology and infrastructure.
• Government policies significantly impact the EV market, but industry-driven initiatives are crucial.
• Public charging costs have risen, affecting consumer adoption of EVs.
• Misinformation about EVs can deter potential buyers and influence public perception.
• The transition to EVs requires a seamless experience for consumers, including reliable charging infrastructure.
• Emotional barriers, such as fear of the unknown, play a significant role in EV adoption.
• Collaboration among industry bodies is essential to address common challenges.
• The used EV market needs to be developed to support broader adoption.
• Ongoing communication and education are vital to counter misinformation and build consumer confidence.

This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging.

Links in the show notes:

• Electric Vehicles UK - Electric Vehicles UK.
• EVA England | The Voice for EV Drivers : EVA England - Become a member!
• Charge UK Website

Episode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk

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