Dr. Andy Palmer, an automotive leader with vast experience at Nissan and Aston Martin, dives into the tumultuous journey of the Nissan LEAF and the internal divisions that nearly derailed its success. He reveals how China's strategy propelled its EV dominance while the UK struggles with political instability hampering investment. Palmer emphasizes the necessity of cheaper electricity for wider EV adoption and discusses the future of battery technology, advocating for the UK's role in revolutionizing electric mobility.

How is the UK really performing on its net zero goals? Can the UK make electricity cheaper and fairer for all? In this episode of the Fully Charged Show podcast, Imogen sits down with Dr. James Richardson, Chief Economist at the Climate Change Committee, to break down the UK's progress, challenges, and the future of decarbonisation. They discuss the seventh carbon budget, the phasing out of fossil fuels, and the role of electrification in transport, heating, and industry. Dr. Richardson shares insights into policy gaps, energy efficiency, and the true cost of electricity, explaining what must happen to make net zero a reality.   Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show  Check out our sister channel: https://www.youtube.com/@fullychargedshow Why are our episodes now sponsored? https://fullycharged.show/blog/dan-caesar-on-x-insta-youtube-and-why-we-made-a-contro[…]s-on-fully-charged-everything-electric-electric-vehicles-uk/ Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff Become a Fully Charged SHOW Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow Buy the Fully Charged Guide to Electric Vehicles & Clean Energy : https://buff.ly/2GybGt0 Subscribe for episode alerts and the Fully Charged newsletter: https://fullycharged.show/zap-sign-up/ Visit: https://FullyCharged.Show Find us on X: https://x.com/Everyth1ngElec Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fullychargedshow To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show  Everything Electric LONDON (UK) - ExCel - 16th, 17th & 18th April 2025 Everything Electric CANADA - Vancouver Convention Center - 5th, 6th & 7th September 2025 Everything Electric SOUTH (UK) - Farnborough International - 10th, 11th & 12th October 2025 Everything Electric AUSTRALIA VIC - 14th, 15th & 16th November 2025

After a year of not talking (on the podcast), Founder, Robert Llewellyn and CEO, Dan Caesar, talk 'everything electric' from Australia to Britain, Canada to China, and everywhere in between. From products to politics, celebrating 15 'fully charged' yrs, and even an all-electric scrapheap reboot.   Everything Electric SYDNEY's 'watershed moment' for EV uptake: https://thedriven.io/2025/03/14/watershed-moment-record-crowds-at-australias-biggest-electric-vehicle-show/ Everything Electric LONDON, VANCOUVER, SOUTH, MELBOURNE - www.EverythingElectric.Show   Fully Charged SHOW - https://www.youtube.com/user/fullychargedshow Everything Electric SHOW - https://www.youtube.com/c/EverythingElectricShow Everything Electric AUSTRALASIA - https://www.youtube.com/@everythingelectricaustralasia ZAPHEAP! Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/zapheap/zapheap Electric Vehicles UK - https://electricvehicles.uk/ EVUK's 'Cost of Driving Electric' - https://electricvehicles.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Electric-vehicles-uk-code-report-27-2-25.pdf Tasmanian-made Battery Ferry - https://youtu.be/Szzc02PFCAE?si=fpOFq2K1Sg2IW1kI Rechargeable, reconditioned Electric Trucks - https://youtu.be/jTRHEtfdxOo?si=wDYMS5EZyv68fuP7 Electric cherry farm in New Zealand - https://youtu.be/ZhnU2wlBnFs?si=Fu5M499R4q_1I3w_ Electric Hydrofoil - https://youtu.be/Oun1k0kWtzE?si=CnJmodTM4m-W1vOz Australia's NVES stands for New Vehicle 'Efficiency' Standards: https://electricvehiclecouncil.com.au/docs/what-is-a-new-vehicle-efficiency-standard/   Become a Fully Charged SHOW Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow Become a Stop Burning Stuff Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/STOPBurningStuff Subscribe for episode alerts & the Fully Charged newsletter: https://fullycharged.show/zap-sign-up/ Visit: https://FullyCharged.Show Find us on X: https://x.com/Everyth1ngElec Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fullychargedshow To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show Everything Electric LONDON (UK) - ExCel - 16th, 17th & 18th April 2025 Everything Electric CANADA - Vancouver Convention Center - 5th, 6th & 7th September 2025 Everything Electric SOUTH (UK) - Farnborough International - 10th, 11th & 12th October 2025 Everything Electric AUSTRALIA VIC - 14th, 15th & 16th November 2025 Everything Electric AUSTRALIA NSW - Sydney Showground - TBC March 2026  #fullychargedshow #everythingelectricshow #homeenergy #cleanenergy #battery #electriccars #electricvehicles

In this week's episode Imogen speaks with Jo Parker-Swift, CEO of Solivus. Solivus is creating game changing energy solutions including lightweight solar designed for roofs where conventional solar can’t be installed due to structural limitations, windage, aesthetics, glint and glare or roof penetration.  Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show Check out our youtube channels:  https://www.youtube.com/@fullychargedshow https://www.youtube.com/@EverythingElectricShow Why are our episodes now sponsored? https://fullycharged.show/blog/dan-caesar-on-x-insta-youtube-and-why-we-made-a-contro[…]s-on-fully-charged-everything-electric-electric-vehicles-uk/ Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff Become a Fully Charged SHOW Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow Become a YouTube member: use JOIN button above Buy the Fully Charged Guide to Electric Vehicles & Clean Energy : https://buff.ly/2GybGt0 Subscribe for episode alerts and the Fully Charged newsletter: https://fullycharged.show/zap-sign-up/ Visit: https://FullyCharged.Show Find us on X: https://x.com/Everyth1ngElec Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fullychargedshow To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show Everything Electric LONDON (UK) - ExCel - 16th, 17th & 18th April 2025 Everything Electric CANADA - Vancouver Convention Center - 5th, 6th & 7th September 2025 Everything Electric SOUTH (UK) - Farnborough International - 10th, 11th & 12th October 2025 Everything Electric AUSTRALIA VIC  - 14th, 15th & 16th November 2025    #fullychargedshow #everythingelectricshow #homeenergy #cleanenergy #battery #electriccars #electricvehicles

DK Kim, a contributor to Car Scene Korea, and Sarah Aubrey, a content creator for Electrify This, discuss the booming EV market in Australasia, driven by Chinese and Korean carmakers. They highlight the swift electrification trends and how financial incentives impact EV adoption in Australia and New Zealand. The duo explores innovative electric utes and the rising demand for affordable, retro-inspired models. They also reflect on the importance of improving EV infrastructure and the upcoming significant electric vehicle exhibition in Sydney, promising exciting advancements.

Marc England, CEO of Ausgrid, shares his expertise on Australia’s electricity grid and its pivotal role in the clean energy transition. He discusses the impressive rise of rooftop solar adoption and the challenges of integrating so much renewable energy. England emphasizes the importance of smart infrastructure, like vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology and community batteries, to stabilize the grid and reduce costs. Finally, he highlights how electric vehicles and innovative energy management strategies could revolutionize energy consumption.

Saul Griffith, an engineer and the founder of Rewiring America and Australia, passionately advocates for the electrification of everything to combat climate change. He discusses how electrifying various sectors can reduce emissions and energy costs, emphasizing Australia’s potential to lead in renewable energy. The conversation tackles challenges like outdated regulations and fossil fuel resistance while exploring the evolution of electric vehicles and the need for smart policies. Griffith’s insights make for an engaging and enlightening discussion on the future of sustainability.

In this episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Robert Llewellyn sits down with Jason Clarke, the CEO of TrueEV, the exclusive distributor of XPeng cars in Australia. They dive into the rise of Chinese EVs, why XPeng’s G6 is turning heads, and how Australia’s car market is changing rapidly. With BYD, MG, and XPeng making waves, how will legacy automakers keep up? Robert and Jason also discuss Australia’s booming rooftop solar market and how it’s reshaping the grid. Plus, they touch on Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) tech and how drivers are looking to become energy-independent. Enjoy!  @fullychargedshow   @EverythingElectricShow    Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show Check out our sister channel: https://www.youtube.com/@fullychargedshow Why are our episodes now sponsored? https://fullycharged.show/blog/dan-caesar-on-x-insta-youtube-and-why-we-made-a-contro[…]s-on-fully-charged-everything-electric-electric-vehicles-uk/ Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff Become a Fully Charged SHOW Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow  Buy the Fully Charged Guide to Electric Vehicles & Clean Energy : https://buff.ly/2GybGt0 Subscribe for episode alerts and the Fully Charged newsletter: https://fullycharged.show/zap-sign-up/ Visit: https://FullyCharged.Show Find us on X: https://x.com/Everyth1ngElec Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fullychargedshow To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show Everything Electric AUSTRALIA NSW - Sydney Showground - 7th, 8th & 9th March 2025 Everything Electric LONDON (UK) - ExCel - 16th, 17th & 18th April 2025 Everything Electric CANADA - Vancouver Convention Center - 5th, 6th & 7th September 2025 Everything Electric SOUTH (UK) - Farnborough International - 10th, 11th & 12th October 2025 Everything Electric AUSTRALIA VIC - 14th, 15th & 16th November 2025 #fullychargedshow #everythingelectricshow #homeenergy #cleanenergy #battery #electriccars #electricvehicles

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.

In this engaging discussion, Jess Bala, Managing Director of General Motors Australia & New Zealand, shares her extensive experience in the automotive industry. She dives into the impressive launch of the Cadillac Lyriq in Australia and the factors driving electric vehicle adoption there. Jess also explains GM's innovative direct-to-consumer sales model, the impact of new vehicle efficiency standards, and the importance of women in the automotive sector. Expect insights into the thrilling future of EVs and how GM is adapting to a rapidly changing landscape.