Giles Parkinson
Founder and editor of Renew Economy and EV website The Driven. Provides updates on the EV market in Australia and discusses the potential impact of Slate.
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May 22, 2025 • 15min
Can Bezos dethrone Musk with a cheap EV ute
Giles Parkinson, founder and editor of Renew Economy and The Driven, dives into the shifting dynamics of the electric vehicle market. He discusses how Jeff Bezos’s Slate, an affordable electric ute, could shake up the competition amid Tesla's declining sales. With 150,000 pre-orders, the innovative design and customizable features of Slate are revolutionary. Parkinson also explores the growing demand for electric utes in Australia, shaped by cultural preferences and government policies, hinting at a major shift in consumer attitudes toward EVs.
Feb 13, 2025 • 54min
Giles Parkinson On Australia’s EV Boom, Electric Utes & Solar Revolution! | Fully Charged Podcast
Giles Parkinson, founder and editor of RenewEconomy and The Driven, discusses Australia's electric vehicle revolution and the solar boom. He shares insights on the explosion of EV options, including rugged Range-Extending Electric Utes, tailored for Aussie drivers. The conversation highlights Tesla's sales slump and the fierce competition reshaping the market. They also delve into vehicle-to-grid technology, the political climate affecting clean energy adoption, and critique the net-zero emissions debate, advocating for genuine sustainability.
