Welcome to this week’s episode of the Everything EV Podcast, where Matt Allen and Richard Alvin take you on a journey through the latest in electric vehicles, industry news, and insightful discussions.

Here’s what’s in store:

• Genesis GV70 Coast-to-Coast Challenge: Matt shares his experience driving the Genesis GV70 from Whitley Bay to Workington and back on a single charge. Discover how this luxury EV performed in freezing temperatures and why range anxiety may be a thing of the past.

  
  



• UK EV Industry Talks: We unpack the government’s recent discussions with automotive leaders on the ZEV mandate, the challenges manufacturers face, and whether 2030 is still a realistic goal for the ICE ban.

  
  



• Renault 5 Pricing Revealed: The highly anticipated Renault 5 is set to start at just £22,995, bringing style and affordability to the EV market. We explore how it stacks up against competitors like the Mini Electric and why it could be the EV that turns heads in 2024.

  
  



• Hyundai Ioniq 9 Unveiled: Meet Hyundai’s flagship seven-seater SUV, packed with a 110 kWh battery, 385-mile range, and family-friendly features. Could this be the electric answer for London’s ULEZ families seeking luxury without emissions?

  
  



• EV Range Confidence Grows: New data from the AA reveals a record-low percentage of callouts for EVs running out of charge. With better ranges, improved charging networks, and smarter planning, range anxiety is fading fast.

  
  



• Farewell to the Kia Soul EV: After a decade of innovation, Kia retires the Soul EV to make way for the EV3, which boasts up to 375 miles of range and class-leading features. We reflect on how Kia has shaped the mainstream EV market over the years.

  
  



• Tesla’s “Big Brother” Safety Feature: Tesla introduces a door safety lock feature that prevents opening into oncoming traffic – a handy innovation, but one already seen in Lexus and Toyota models.

  
  

With so much happening in the world of EVs, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

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