The Driven Podcast Robert Llewellyn on the state of the charge
Nov 10, 2025
Robert Llewellyn, actor and long-time EV advocate, dives into the vibrant world of electric vehicles. He reflects on his journey from actor to EV communicator, revealing how electric cars have revolutionized automotive culture. The discussion covers rising EV adoption, the challenges posed by legacy industries, and the promising battery technology breakthroughs. Llewellyn shares insights on vehicle-to-grid benefits, electrifying commercial transport, and the cultural shifts around cars, blending optimism and technological innovation in this electric future.
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EVs Revitalised Automotive Innovation
- Electric vehicles transformed cars from stagnant mechanical iterations into a rapidly evolving technological platform.
- Robert Llewellyn credits EVs with reigniting his interest in automotive engineering and innovation.
Policy Speeds A Self-Sustaining Shift
- Policy accelerates adoption but the transition would likely continue without subsidies, just slower.
- Llewellyn cites electrification of buses and Amazon's electric truck orders as evidence momentum is self-sustaining.
Electric Becomes The Default Cheap Option
- Mainstream adoption enters a 'boring' mass phase where electric becomes the cheapest new option.
- Expect showroom cheapest models to be electric within five years, shifting consumer choice dynamics.