Welcome to another electrifying edition of the Everything EV Podcast from EV Powered, hosted by Matt Allan, George East and Richard Alvin – this week reporting in from the Formula E paddock in sunny Miami.

In this episode, the team dives into the latest shake-up to the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate and what it really means for car makers, hybrids and British jobs. Are these changes genuinely about Trump’s tariffs – or just political window dressing?

Plus:

Electric motorbike breakthrough: Verge’s latest model shatters range records – could this be a turning point for two-wheeled EVs?

Finland’s silent EV revolution: How a country better known for rally stages and ice hockey is fast becoming a global EV leader.

Why Renault is smashing the EV game: Matt lifts the bonnet on Renault’s factory secrets, explaining how it’s delivering class-leading electric cars at cut-price costs.

BYD’s bold claims: China’s new luxury EV brand Denza aims to take on Porsche, Audi and BMW – but does its tech match the hype?

Special Guest Interview:

Robert Llewellyn, host of Fully Charged and star of Scrapheap Challenge, joins the pod to discuss:

• How California pollution laws inspired his EV journey

• The return of Zapheap Challenge

• Why BYD will dominate, and what the UK must do to catch up

• What to expect at the Everything Electric London show this Easter

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Welcome to a special episode of the Everything EV Podcast from EV Powered, hosted by Matt Allan.

This week, we’re tackling one of the most talked-about developments in UK EV policy: the Labour government’s changes to the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate.

Matt is joined by two of the EV sector’s most passionate voices – Dan Caesar, founder of Fully Charged and CEO of Electric Vehicles UK, and Quentin Willson, founder of FairCharge and EVUK advisory board member – to break down what the new rules mean for the future of electrification in Britain.

🔍 Topics include:

• Why allowing non-plug-in hybrids until 2035 is confusing consumers
• Whether carmakers are being let off the hook
• Why the message from government still isn’t reaching the public
• How UK EV drivers are the best ambassadors for the switch
• And why cheaper, better, battery electric is the future

Plus, hear why both guests believe now is the time to push ahead, not pull back – before China and the US leave the UK in the dust.

Packed with insight, straight talk and real solutions, this episode is essential listening for anyone who cares about EV policy, industry innovation, or the future of UK mobility.

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Welcome to another edition of the Everything EV Podcast from EV Powered, hosted by Matt Allan, George East and Richard Alvin (still reporting in from the US).

This week, we’re taking a spin through everything from cut-price Vauxhalls to hot new Skodas, budget EVs with charm, and a revealing interview with Formula E’s Nico Müller.

Affordable EVs: Reality or illusion?

Matt shares his first drive impressions of the Renault 5 and Dacia Spring, comparing two very different takes on the budget electric car. Which one’s worth your cash—and which one feels like it’s stuck in 2008?

Vauxhall’s electric price drop:

George breaks down Vauxhall’s big move to slash EV prices across the board—beating the government’s expensive car tax and putting pressure on rivals.

Nissan’s not-so-secret EV future:

The Micra is back and now it’s electric, with a Twingo-based baby Nissan also in the works. Could this open up the elusive sub-£20k EV segment?

From Whitby to WEC:

Skoda’s Elroq vRS brings hot hatch vibes to the SUV market. George explains why he’d pick it over a Lamborghini, while Matt gently disagrees…

Interview: Nico Müller joins Andretti Formula E

We chat with Swiss racer Nico Müller on why Formula E is “chess at 200mph,” why he’s not giving up on combustion just yet, and the ultimate battle: Swiss chocolate vs British biscuits.

Mazda hits pause on its EV plans:

Is this a tactical retreat or a step backwards? Matt explores why Mazda has quietly killed off the MX-30—and what it means for their electric ambitions in Europe.

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Welcome to another jam-packed episode of the Everything EV podcast, hosted by Matt Allan, George East and Richard in Las Vegas.

This week’s episode blends driving tales, gaming throwbacks, outrageous concept cars, and some serious EV politics. Here’s what’s coming up:

In the garage (and on the console):

George dives into classic WRC cars on the PS5, while Matt says a heartfelt goodbye to the Genesis GV70 – a long-termer he actually didn’t want to give back.

INSsteroid madness:

Hyundai’s bonkers new hot hatch concept – part rally car, part video game fantasy – gets the full breakdown, complete with 21-inch wheels, hydraulic handbrakes, and Pac-Man ghosts.

EVs in America:

Richard catches up with Republican political strategist Mike Murphy, founder of the American EV Jobs Alliance, to talk about fighting partisan politics, saving US EV jobs, and why Elon Musk’s Tesla brand might be in crisis.

The hot hatch revival:

From Peugeot’s confirmed e-208 GTI to Alpine, Abarth and the rise of small, fun EVs – are we entering a new golden age?

Manual gearboxes for EVs?

Ford’s patented “fake” H-gate gearbox, Toyota’s clutch-based systems and how electric cars are getting their fun factor back.

EV comeback for Nissan:

With a new Micra, Leaf and Juke on the way – all electric and made in Sunderland – could Nissan be back in the game?

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This week on Everything EV, Richard checks in from sunny LA en route to the EV Charging Infrastructure Expo in Las Vegas – where he’s swapping his Model Y for a Cybertruck test drive. Meanwhile, Matt and George unpack a busy news week in the world of electric vehicles.

The episode covers:

– Mercedes’ new CLA with a game-changing 492-mile range

– BYD’s megawatt charging breakthrough – 250 miles of range in just 5 minutes

– Mini’s quiet but significant price drop across its EV range

– The under-the-radar British brand Perseus and its plans for a Porsche Macan rival

– Why Mazda is (finally) getting serious about EVs

– And how Ford’s new electric Capri holds up against its Chinese rival, the BYD Seal U7

Plus, George speaks to Formula E veteran Sam Bird about how the series – and its tech – has evolved since 2014, what McLaren brings to the sport, and why he thinks Lando Norris could take the F1 title in 2025.

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Smart #3 Review – Better or Just as Frustrating?

• Sleek fastback design, fun to drive, but still plagued by awful touchscreen UI.

Hyundai IONIQ 5N – A Game-Changer EV?

• George absolutely loves it – practical, powerful, EVs don’t get better than this!

• But… is the touch-sensitive HVAC system a deal-breaker?

Abarth 600E Scorpionissima – An EV with Attitude

• Loud colours, aggressive styling, and proper performance.

• Abarth cut the price to avoid the UK’s luxury car tax – smart move?

Ministers Slam ‘Patchy’ UK Charging Rollout

• UK charging rollout criticised for being too slow and uneven.

• Government has yet to spend a penny of the £950M charging investment fund.

65k British-Built Electric Sports Car – Worth the Hype?

• New Longbow EV sports car promises TVR-style thrills with a sub-1,000kg weight.

Skoda’s Upcoming Electric Octavia & Large SUV

• Skoda confirms an all-electric Octavia plus a large electric SUV to rival the Kia EV9.

Toyota Goes Big on EVs

• New all-electric C-HR, Toyota’s most powerful non-GR car.

• Toyota finally ditching BZ naming – expect RAV4 EV, Land Cruiser EV, and Hilux EV soon.

Chevrolet’s Insane 1,085hp Electric Pickup

• Chevy builds an all-electric off-road beast with 35-inch tyres and Baja race cred.

Renault 5 Turbo 3E – The Electric Hot Hatch We Need?

• 536hp, drift mode, vertical handbrake – proper rally vibes!

• Only 1,980 will be built – future classic in the making?

What’s Coming Next Week?

• Matt & George both drive the new Ford Capri – 80s icon reborn?

• Matt also tests the super-affordable Citroen EC3 & the bizarrely named BYD Sea Lion 7.

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