Everything Electric Podcast
Robert Llewellyn, known for Red Dwarf and Scrapheap Challenge, hosts a podcast about sustainability, eco-news, and interviews from around the globe. The show covers electric vehicles, renewable energy, and sustainability topics with a mix of news, wit, and banter.
Episodes
Is Fusion Really 30 Years Away?
Is fusion still "always 30 years away"? STEP Fusion's program director, Dr James Cowan, sets out the UK's plan to build a prototype commercial fusion plant by 2040, covering the engineering, supply chains, funding and economics as well as the physics. 00:00 Intro 02:29 What is STEP Fusion? 04:13 Why fusion isn't "always 30 years away" 07:33 How fusion works, and the neutron problem 18:59 What STEP
The 70% Problem: What Still Needs Electrifying with Michael Liebreich
This week, Helen Czerski catches up with Michael Liebreich on why hydrogen's hype is deflating, what the electrification staircase says we should do now, and why the energy transition is easier than it looks. 0:00 Introduction and welcome to Michael Liebreich 2:04 What is the "hydrogen soufflé"? 5:35 Hydrogen ladder 6.0: cheaper batteries and a growing "row of doom" 9:14 Why clean hydrogen will l
Going gangbusters? Global EV sales surge, BUT who are the winners & losers?
Robert mines Benchmark Mineral Intelligence for a 'data rich' and optimistic deep dive... Check out our sister channel Everything Electric CARS: https://www.youtube.com/@fullychargedshow Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff Become an Everything Electric Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow Become a YouTube member: use JOIN button above Buy th
Fortescue: The Global Mining 'goliath' that's genuinely 'greening' a dirty business
Monstrous trucks and cleaning up a 'carbon monster': Robert talks to the CEO of Fortescue. Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show 2027 dates yet to be confirmed - watch this space! To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show Timestamps: 00:00:10 – Intro 00:03:49 – What Fortescue is, e
Charging HYSTERIA or Valid CONCERN? EV sales surge strains Australian grid?!
Tabloids catastrophize about charging, but Robert talks to Ausgrid to uncover the truth... Join us this Friday, Saturday & Sunday at Sydney Showground: https://everythingelectric.show EVERYTHING ELECTRIC SYDNEY - Sydney Olympic Park - 18th - 20th Sept 2026 To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show Why not come and join us at our next Everything E
'Green with Envy?' Has Australia hit the 'sweet-spot' for EV, solar & battery?
Helen Czerski has an enlightening chat with Eytan Lenko, 'Boundless' enthusiast for climate tech. Join the 'rEVolution', visit our imminent Everything Electric expos in London & Sydney: https://everythingelectric.show EE GREATER LONDON (Twickenham) - 11th & 12th Sept 2026 EE SYDNEY - Sydney Olympic Park - 18th - 20th Sept 2026 Check out our sister channel Everything Electric CARS: https://www.yout
SAYONARA! Is JAPAN being left behind? And JACK's 'gear' change!
It's no secret that this is a year of change at the Fully Charged Show, and after 5 years of relative 'sustainability', we're bidding farewell to a few of our biggest stars (in front of, and behind the scenes). And now, arguably none bigger than, Jack Scarlett. And we've had some serious on-screen talent, from the immense Imogen Bhogal, to the magnificent Maddie Moate, and not forgetting the
Has China saved electrification & is Australia a canary in the 'clean' coal mine?
Robert Llewellyn is joined by a special guest who brings some much-needed positivity. Yes, the world's changing fast, but it's not all bad, and clean energy legend Professor Ray Wills reminds us why. One thing is for certain, the axis of influence is tilting towards the Asia Pacific... Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show EE GREATER LONDON
CHANGE ANXIETY?! Robert & Dan discuss 'adapting' to new realities, & necessary sacrifices...
It's been quite a ride for Robert Llewellyn & Dan Caesar over the last decade, as they clocked up more than 2 billion views, 26 events globally, including 180,000 test drives, but change is the only constant. As transparent as ever, they discuss entering a new era, how the UK has become a hard market and what is happening behind the scenes to ensure that the Fully Charged Show Ltd survives another
Is AI & 'big' data *really* going to be gas-powered? Toddington Harper hopes to clean up...
Helen Czerski talks to Toddington Harper about his ambitious project to 'clean up' data centre energy generation. The brains behind GRIDSERVE has already shown he has what it takes to reimagine the solar and EV industries, now he's switched gear to focus on AI, and how to harness solar power and micro-grids in the Middle East. For the optimistic podcast you need to hear right now, tune in to Toddi
Battery Deep Dive: 5-Minute EV Charging, Solid State & How Batteries Are Quietly Running the World!
This week's podcast was recorded live on stage at Latitude Festival 2026, in the Cosmic Shambles Forest of Science and Culture! Helen Czerski is joined by our very own Robert Llewellyn and battery chemist Professor Saiful Islam for a wide-ranging conversation about batteries — covering everything from world-record lemon batteries to five-minute EV charging, sodium-ion tech, battery planes, and veh
USELESS ULEZ - Choked? Has Sadiq Khan's flagship policy saved lives, or harmed livelihoods?
Air pollution in London has changed dramatically over the past few decades — but how much of that is down to policies like ULEZ, and what's still being missed? This week Helen Czerski is joined by Dr. Gary Fuller, an air pollution scientist at Imperial College London who has spent over 30 years measuring air quality in the capital. They cover what's actually in the air we breathe, how ULEZ and oth
Detroit's Dunne, China's won? How it happened & is it 'unstoppable'?
Robert Llewellyn talks to Michael Dunne - entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker - about China's ambitions to dominate global electric car and battery markets. How did it happen, and is China's rise and America's automotive decline inevitable? Join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show EE GREATER LONDON (Twickenham) - 11th & 12th Sept 2026 EE SYDNEY - Sydney
Have batteries made electric flight real? Can UK's Vertical Aerospace conquer the skies?
All aboard for a British success story in the making? Bristol-based Vertical Aerospace is closer and closer to becoming a reality, and Robert Llewellyn discusses its progress with its Chief Engineer, David King, and how better and better battery technology has made it all possible. Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show EE GREATER LONDO
Costing The Earth vs Coastal Net Worth? How the World can Harness Home-Grown Energy!
North Sea Oil is an addiction the UK has struggled with, but what if there was another way? All countries are rich in resource of one type of another, the UK's coastline is its pearl. Listen in for a deep dive with Deborah Greaves from the University of Oxford, as Robert Llewellyn finds out everything about offshore wind, floating turbines and the actual projects under way. They also get into how
Leap into the unknown? Has Stellantis masterstroke turned Chinese car invasion to its advantage?
Robert Llewellyn gets a glimpse behind the scenes at one of the biggest car companies in the world, as he talks to the man leading its' newest brand. With only a year on sale in the UK, Leapmotor - a Chinese company, within which Stellantis has a 20% stake - has made its mark. Damien Dally, MD of Leapmotor UK tells us how it's been done, what's to come, and how strategic partnerships are key to th
From Balcony Solar to Solar Farms, is sun setting on fossil fuels permanently after Iran own goal?
Robert Llewellyn shines a light on the burgeoning solar industry with Sonia Dunlop the CEO of the Global Solar Council. Plug in for Pakistan's success story, to understand the unstoppable rise of balcony solar, and prepare to engage smug mode as the power of the sun trumps fossil fuels forever... Fresh from the triumph of Everything Electric WEST, Robert and his tireless team gets set for a glorio
Is Petrol *Ban* a Massive Mistake? And how has BMW engineered around it?
Let's be honest, most legacy manufacturers are struggling with the switch to electric, leaving an opening for hordes of new brands, and yet BMW seems to be on-board with an all-electric future. But what are BMW's views on the internal combustion *ban*; is it a massive mistake? Our expert host, Imogen Bhogal (once with OEMs Jaguar Land Rover & ARRIVAL), talks candidly to Glenn Schmidt, BMW's Vice P
From China to Cheltenham? Is a declining 'West' in danger of a death spiral?
Fresh from the furore over Ferrari's 1st EV, Robert Llewellyn calls Dan Caesar to discuss just how many Chinese cars they're seeing in the Cotswolds and Surrey Hills nowadays. As well as what you can expect from Everything Electric's 1st ever event in the West of England (June 12th & 13th), what it all means for the Western car industry, and whether the Pope gave Ferrari's Luce his blessing. Why n
From Red Dwarf to The EV Revolution: In Conversation With Robert Llewellyn!
In this special, and slightly sillier episode of the Everything Electric podcast, Imogen Bhogal turns the tables on our founder, Robert Llewellyn. As Robert celebrates his 70th birthday, the pair look back on an extraordinary six-decade career spanning bespoke shoemaking, fringe comedy, cult sci-fi fame, and becoming one of the world's leading voices for electric vehicles and clean energy.
CATL CTO On The Truth About 3-Minute Charging, Sodium & Solid-State!
Recorded live at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, Elliot Richards sits down with Dr. Zhu Lingbo "LB", CTO of CATL's International Business Unit, for a conversation about the battery technologies that are reshaping the automotive industry. From 3-minute charging and 1,500 km batteries to the reality of solid-state development, this episode delves into the breakthroughs, bottlenecks, and global power
China EV Problem & Battery Breakthroughs by CATL
EVents season kicks off in earnest, with the biggest car show ever held on planet earth. Where else, but in Beijing? But is its scale covering some cracks in the car market more generally and China specifically, Dan Caesar & Elliot Richards think it might be. From inside the cockpit of a CATL battery powered vertical take off and landing craft they predict take off for some, crash landings for oth
Why the UK Energy Market Is Broken (and How to Fix It!) | Greg Jackson & Rory Sutherland
Welcome to a special live episode of the Everything Electric podcast, recorded right in the heart of Oxford Street thanks to @renaultgroup . This is a rare, unfiltered conversation with three of the most influential voices in clean energy and human behaviour: Greg Jackson (CEO, Octopus Energy) Rory Sutherland (Behavioural Science, Ogilvy) Robert Llewellyn (Fully Charged) We're living th
Why Electrification Could Cut Global Energy Use in Half!
In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, Robert Llewellyn sits down with Professor Jan Rosenow, Professor of Energy and Climate Policy at Oxford University, to reveal why electricity currently only tells 20% of the global energy story. They delve into tackling the "hidden 80%", the mobility and heating sectors still dominated by fossil fuels; and explore why our current system is "ast
EVALANCHE? CHINA'S GRIP TIGHTENS! EV DRIVER'S 'SMUG MODE?'
It's been a BIG month for battery EV sales, or has it? Imogen and Dan delve into the first set of sales statistics since the Oil Crisis began, display shock and awe at how ambitious Chinese OEMs are changing the structure of a historically conservative market, as well as examining a misinformation masterclass in the British press. Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: htt
Freelander Goes Electric?! AI's Power Problem & Megawatt Charging!
In this episode of the Everything Electric podcast, Robert is joined by fellow presenter Imogen Bhogal. What starts as a quick catch-up soon descends into a slightly unhinged conversation about the surprising return of the Freelander as an EV joint venture in China, the staggering energy demands of AI and data centres including battery systems measured in tens of gigawatt-hours that rival the pow
XPeng Explodes? Fleet Cheat? Oil Shocks?
Imogen & Dan run the rule over an automotive market in turm-oil. This week they take a closer look at the ups and downs of one of China's outstanding OEMs, reveal how those that are running vehicles fleets and spreadsheets win with EVs, and an unavoidable look at the Middle East market shakes. XPeng Sales Explode: https://cleantechnica.com/2026/01/02/xpeng-sales-rise-126-from-190068-to-429445/
Donut Labs Solid-State Battery Could Change EVs Forever…If It's Real!
In this latest episode of the Everything Electric podcast, Robert calls on friends of the channel Dave Borlace (Just Have A Think) and Dr. Euan McTurk to help make sense of the perplexing Donut Labs solid-state battery. From wild claims of a five-minute charge to 100,000 charge cycles, the team tries to figure out if this battery is fact or fiction? 0:10 - Intro 1:58 - Donut Lab's Solid-State B
Don't Mention The War! BYD Kills Off Combustion? Trade Body Trauma?
While Imogen's away, Robert & Dan run amok with the latest tales of automotive angst. In this Pulse, they talk about why the war is not a subject to ignore, how BYD is breaking the engine epoch through technological advancement, & discuss how its a tricky time for old-school, fossil-fuelled trade bodies. Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show
2030: The Point of No Return? | In the Car with Katie White Climate Minister
In this special episode of the Everything Electric podcast, Robert jumps into the passenger seat of a Fiat 500 Electric with Katie White MP, Minister for Climate in the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. From her early days as a "petrol head" and Jeremy Clarkson fan to leading the charge on the UK's carbon budgets, Katie shares her unique journey into climate politics. Robert and Katie
Cheap EVs, Rural Chargers & -20°C: What Could Go Wrong?!
The full trio, Robert Llewellyn, Imogen Bhogal and Jack Scarlet reunite for a gloriously chaotic catch-up and debrief! First up: a proper Welsh adventure in three of the UK's most affordable EVs; the BYD Dolphin, Citroën ë-C3 and Leapmotor T03. The cars? Impressively modern. The rural charging infrastructure? Occasionally… nostalgic. They delve into password dramas, charger roulette, and what bu
Tesla Drop Standards! EVs Prop Up EU car sales? American Irrelevance?
Bhogal & Caesar connect the dots on the car industry in the Pulse Podcast. In this episode, we take a look at Tesla's 'shrewd' move, explore plummeting petrol car sales on the continent, and ask if the world is electrifying without America? Listen in for the key stories of this week, links below... Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show To
Renault CEO on Affordable EVs, Regulation, and Europe's Small Car Future
Is regulation slowing down affordable EVs and can iconic small cars help fix it?! In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, Imogen Bhogal sits down with Fabrice Cambolive, CEO of the Renault brand and Chief Growth Officer, at Renault's Techno Centre outside Paris. They discuss what it will really take to make electric vehicles affordable in Europe; from the rebirth of the Renault Twingo
Frozen Robot? Artificial Sun? Sodium-Ion Batteries? It's TECH IN CHINA!
Robert Llewellyn & Elliot Richards run the gamut of cool tech coming from China? If the future's here, just not evenly distributed, then the view from Shanghai shows the tech that'll effect us soon enough. World's First: Unitree Humanoid Robot Autonomous Walking Challenge in −47.4°C Extreme Cold https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SX4WKUHAP4E China's "artificial sun" just broke a fusion limit scien
The Real Reason Why Charging is SO Expensive...
In this episode of the Everything Electric podcast, Imogen Bhogal sits down with Tom Hurst, UK Country Director for Fastned, to pull back the curtain on the UK's rapid charging revolution. Tom explains why Fastned is moving beyond simple "parking bays with plugs" to build high-visibility, amenity-first charging hubs that keep you sheltered from the rain and your battery topped up at speeds of u
Losers' Lame Excuses? Ute Lunacy! The BYD Supremacy?
Imogen and Dan chew the fat from the fast-changing car industry. Are BYD about to be the only big winners of the switch to battery electric, how can Ute's pick up tax breaks in Australia, & which companies' complaining gives us a migraine. Is this the surest sign so far, of car co. consolidation? Stories: Lame Excuses: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/dancaesar_noisy-losers-lame-excuses-the-
The Tesla Semi Has a Rival - And It's Already on the Road!
In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, Imogen Bhogal sits down with Wen Han, CEO and founder of Windrose Technology, to explore their all-electric heavy-duty truck, the E700; a potential game-changer in long-haul trucking. From a small startup to a global, Tesla Semi rivalling contender in just four years, Windrose already has trucks on the road across five continents. We discuss th
Humanoid Robots, Flying Cars & the Battery Breakthroughs of 2026
Tech in China is a new podcast from Everything Electric, offering an on-the-ground look at the fastest-moving technology ecosystem in the world. Hosted by Robert Llewellyn and China Correspondent Elliot Richards, the show takes a look at everything from humanoid robots working in "dark factories" and autonomous drones, to battery breakthroughs and the rise of the low-altitude economy. Based in
Can Everyone Go Electric? (Without Rebuilding the Grid...)
In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, Robert Llewellyn is joined by Tim Jarratt, Executive for External Affairs & Strategy at Ausgrid, to unpack what's actually happening to our power networks, and why electric vehicles may not be the biggest challenge after all. While much of the world debates EV adoption, Australia is already living through a quiet energy revolution. Nearly 40%
What does KEIR's CHINA 'TRIP' mean for UK automotive?' Glut Instinct? Biofools?
Imogen Bhogal & Dan Caesar deliberate on what would put the cherry on top of Keir Starmer's trade mission to China, and why 'overcapacity' is the crisis looming over the global automotive market. They also discuss how solar beats biofuels, 'dark factories', cold conditions & Polestar's triumph. Grotesquely inefficient Biofuels: https://ourworldindata.org/biofuel-land-solar-electric-vehicles?utm_s
Making Sense of 2026: Tr*mp? Tech? China? & The Rise of the Robots!
Fully Charged Founder, Robert Llewellyn & CEO, Dan Caesar, try to make sense of what sometimes seem like a f**ked up world. After 100 days 'Down Under', Robert returns with a wry look at what's happened in the first few weeks of the year. Aided and abetted by Dan, their discussion ranges from North America to China, and everything in between, including Davos; and whether any of these political dra
MIRACLE BATTERY? MOTORSHOW MADNESS! STRESSY STELLANTIS?
Back with a BANG? It's the 1st PULSE podcast of 2026! Imogen Bhogal & Dan Caesar discuss the biggest automotive stories of the day. This week, they ask is a battery breakthrough too good to be true? Is the motorshow revival a flash in the pan? And why is an auto exec spreading misinformation? Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show Everythin
50 Years in the Making?! Australia's EV Boom!
In this episode, Robert Llewellyn chats with James Pickering, National President of the Australian Electric Vehicle Association (AEVA), diving into the incredible rise of electric vehicles and renewable energy "down under." From witnessing the Solar Challenge 30 years ago to becoming a lifelong EV advocate, James shares his journey and insights into how Australia has gone from limited EV options t
2025 Wrapped: EV Myths, Dream Cars & 2026 Predictions!
Join Robert Llewellyn, Jack Scarlett, and Imogen Bhogal for a special year-end wrap-up as they take a mystery tour through the biggest moments of 2025, from unforgettable shoots, to the clean tech stories that really mattered, and share their bold predictions for what's coming in 2026. They kick things off by debunking the myth that EV sales are collapsing, revealing that global battery-electric v
EV EU-TURN! UK Under Pressure? + Our Predictions of a 'Carpocalypse' in 2026?
It's happened! The EU's inevitable 'cave-in' to intensive lobbying has been on the horizon for some considerable time. Imogen and Dan dive into what the EU's plan is, and whether it will help or hinder its member states, as well as how it ramps up pressure on the UK's beleaguered Government. Plus they say goodbye to 2025, by recalling its big moments, and stick their necks out, with some bold pred
Why Clean Energy Will Always Win (Eventually...) with Cleantechnica
Is the clean energy revolution happening faster than we think? In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, Robert Llewellyn sits down with Scott Cooney, co-founder of CleanTechnica, for a deep dive into the global shift towards a cleaner future. From his home in Hawaii, Scott shares unique insights on why the US lost its early lead in clean tech to China, and why he remains incredibly opti
Ford's Renault reliance? EV Glory to Ukraine? Korea's Chinese EV spied in Australia?
A quiet end of the year for the automotive industry? Not a bit of it. With the EU about to weaken its EV ambitions in the coming days, Imogen Bhogal and Dan Caesar take a look at the surprising surge of EV sales in the Ukraine, Ford's brand new bridge to Europe, and how all roads seemingly lead to China. Keep your finger on the sporadic pulse of an industry under pressure, click to listen... Stor
Australia's Renewable Revolution & the EV Boom — with Giles Parkinson
Title: Australia's Renewable Revolution & the EV Boom — with Giles Parkinson Robert chats with Giles Parkinson, founder of The Driven and Renew Economy, about the rapid global shift to electric vehicles, the state of Australia's energy transition, and why the data shows EV adoption is unstoppable—regardless of political noise or media myths. Giles breaks down the real numbers behind EV uptake,
Toyota's Hit EV? EU's China 'Crisis?' & Tesla Value Questioned?
The automotive industry's existential crisis continues, and Imogen Bhogal & Dan Caesar sift through the rubble. Toyota receives electric encouragement, the EU's resolve is tested by the businesses with the most to lose, and 'Big Short' investor eviscerates Tesla valuation. 💡Links to Stories: 🚗 Toyota - https://electrek.co/2025/12/01/toyotas-15000-electric-suv-hit-china/ 🚗Polestar and Volvo - htt
Artificial Irrelevance? Or can AI enable boiler-price heat pump installs?
Those clever 'heat geeks' might have cracked the code when it comes to cheaper, easier heat pump installs, aided and abetted by AI. Robert Llewellyn talks to Adam Chapman about the now future of heating, and the 'electrickery' set to revolutionise how we heat our homes... enjoy! Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: www.everythingelectric.show Check out our YouTube c
Reeves ruins EVs? Porsche envies Hyundai? Is XPeng the new Tesla? | Everything Electric Podcast
NEW! It's a 'life and death decade for automakers', but keeping your finger on the PULSE of the industry has been almost impossible; until now. As part of a new weekly podcast, engineer, Imogen Bhogal & entrepreneur, Dan Caesar, pull back the curtain on the carmakers. Is 2026 the year that the 'House of Cars' collapses? Who's on the up, who's hitting the skids, and who's going up in smoke? This we
Australia's EV BOOM: Affordable Cars, V2G & Why the UK is Jealous | Everything Electric Podcast
In this episode, Jack and Robert are on the ground at Everything Electric Melbourne, sharing their first-hand impressions of Australia's rapidly accelerating shift to electric vehicles and clean energy. It's a super informal chat live on stage about what's happening down under—and why the progress here is giving Robert plenty of reasons to feel just a *little* jealous! They dive into: Catching Up
The *Real* Range Anxiety?! How can wheels really boost battery EVs?!
Imogen Bhogal treads thoughtfully through a topic that battery EVs have brought to the fore. In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, we sit down with Hankook's Neil Barrett, EV Lead at Hankook, to uncover how tyre technology is being completely re-engineered for the electric age. From instant torque and heavier vehicles to noise reduction and energy efficiency, Neil explains how Hankoo
Taking Australia's temperature? And can its '2nd city' overtake Sydney's EV uptake?
Robert Llewellyn delves into what's up 'Down Under' with the hosts of Electrify This, Sarah Aubrey and Ludicrous Feed, Tom Gan, ahead of the imminent Everything Electric MELBOURNE exhibition. - Melbourne Showgrounds 14th, 15th & 16th November 2025 Test drives, talks and tech await attendees that get their tickets here: https://everythingelectric.show And if you can't make Melbourne? Everything El
BYD's Global Rise, 1MW Charging & the Future of EVs!
In this episode of The Everything Electric Podcast, Robert Llewellyn speaks with Sajid Hasan, Chief Product Officer for BYD Australia and New Zealand, about BYD's meteoric global growth, breakthrough EV technology, and why Australia is one of the most important proving grounds for the future of electric mobility. From BYD's LFP Blade Battery and DMO Super Hybrid platform to the rollout of 1-mega
Australia's EV Battleground: Tesla, BYD & the Electric Price War!
In this episode, Robert Llewellyn sits down with Feann Torr from @carsales to unpack the electric vehicle revolution transforming Australia. From BYD and MG to Tesla and Hyundai, they discuss how Chinese automakers are shaking up the industry and driving EVs to become the most affordable option on the market. Feann shares his insights into the rapid rise of EV interest — growing from 30% to 37%
Why Electric Cars Need Behavioural Science, Not Bigger Batteries!
In this week's episode Imogen talks to behavioral economics expert Rory Sutherland who explains why understanding human psychology might be more important than building bigger batteries. Rory, who founded Ogilvy's behavioral science unit, shares brilliant insights on everything from why we need to "solve for anxiety rather than range" to why giving people rail vouchers might increase car usage (y
Clean Energy in a Divided World: The Global Power Struggle!
This episode was recorded live on stage at our Everything Electric Farnborough show during the panel Tariffs, Tensions & the Race to Electrify: How Global Politics Is Shaping the Clean Energy Transition. From trade barriers and protectionist policies to shifting alliances, misinformation and industrial competition, the clean energy transition is playing out against an increasingly political backdr
Godfather of EVs Turns New Leaf With 'Brill' British Batteries Move & Urges UK EV Industry to Unite.
The Godfather of EVs, Dr Andy Palmer, talks to Fully Charged Show Founder, Robert Llewellyn, about Palmer Automotive's acquisition of Brill Energy, accepting Chinese EV realities, and the need for the UK's EV industry to unite. The UK's EV industry can meet (tickets FREE) at B2B EV DAY in the Home Counties this Friday (10th October), for talks, ~100 EVs & thousands of test drives: https://www.ti
Britain's Longbow - Is This The Roadster We've Really Been Waiting For?
In this week's episode, Imogen is joined by Daniel Davey, joint CEO of Longbow Motors. He reveals how his team of Tesla, Lucid, and BYD alumni are creating Britain's next generation of electric sports cars. Could Longbow Motors be the future of Britain's Electric Sports Car? Listen Now! 00:00 - Who are Longbow Motors? 02:00 - Speedster vs Roadster explained 04:07 - Why change how Earth feels abou
Net Zero's PR Problem—and How to Fix It!
In this week's episode Imogen talks to Ruban Yogarajah, a Sustainability Partner at FGS Global - a stakeholder strategy firm helping companies and climate groups win support for the energy transition. They discuss why enthusiasm for "net zero" is declining, the messaging crisis that is undermining the clean energy transition and the need to rebuild public trust. 00:00 - Introduction: The Net Ze
GM Powers Homes, Takes #1 and Sends A Message To the PM!
Fresh off the news that Canada is winding back its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) ambitions, Imogen caught up with Kristian Aquilina, President and Managing Director of General Motors Canada, to get his perspective on the future of the automotive industry in Canada. The conversation covers how GM's EV lineup is performing in Canada, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and how the company is ad
RJ Scaringe on Rivian's Biggest Test: R2, Supply Chains & China
Imogen sits down with RJ Scaringe, founder and CEO of Rivian, for an in-depth conversation about the company's journey so far. From its ambitious beginnings to becoming a major player in the EV space. RJ shares Rivian's founding story, the realities of manufacturing in the US under today's complex political and economic climate, and how the company is navigating ongoing supply chain challenges. T
EVs AT RISK? The trick EV industry misses to make sales surge! + FREE ticket hint.
Is an all-electric future inevitable? Or are the evangelists in for a shock? Imogen Bhogal talks to Everything Electric CEO, and Electric Vehicles UK Founder, Dan Caesar, about what's really happening with EV sales around the world, and how the industry can accelerate the switch. For more on Electric Vehicles UK, including Cost of Driving Electric report: https://electricvehicles.uk/ G
Big 'Blue' Battery? How BC HYDRO is powering a province's energy & transport?
Imogen chats with the new President and CEO of BC Hydro, Charlotte Mitha, for an insightful conversation about the future of clean energy in British Columbia and beyond. BC Hydro delivers electricity to over five million customers across the province, an impressive 98% of it from clean energy sources, primarily thanks to their 82 hydroelectric dams. Their power grid also connects all the way down
Collapse or Consolidation? Does America or China hold the trump card on electric cars?
Robert catches up with Elliot Richards for an in-depth discussion on the global automotive market, exploring China's growing influence, the current state of the U.S. industry, and the impact of tariffs on American manufacturers. They discuss the challenges facing the industry, recent technology advancements, and what the next few years could bring. 00:00 Discussion Points 05:00 Developments in Ch
Sandy Munro on Telo, Redwood, and Ford's Bold Play Against China's EV Giants!
In today's episode, Robert is joined by Sandy Munro, a leading figure in engineering and a passionate advocate for battery electric vehicles. Together, they delve into the growing shortage of tradespeople, toolmakers, and engineers, and why attracting fresh talent into these critical fields is more urgent than ever. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from Telo's innovative compact el
Bordering on Insanity? & Why Canada's Chinese Car Dream Could Be Reality
In this episode, Robert speaks with Glenn Garry, President of the Victoria Electric Vehicle Association in Canada. ️ They explore Canada's current position in the electric vehicle space. With a population of 42 million and over one million EVs already on the road, Canada is making steady progress, but not without its challenges. As a country closely tied to developments in the United States, parti
From Gridlock In California to Car Free In Madrid - Ben Sullins' Big Move!
From car-centric California to car-free Madrid— @BenSullinsOfficial Robert Llewellyn to explore life without a car, the truth behind Spain's blackout, and why renewables get unfairly blamed. Robert and Ben also chat grid stability, energy misinformation, public transport, and how Europe puts people first while the US still builds for cars. Plus: the role of algorithms in clean tech media and fra
Zapheap, Secret Launches & Breaking Down The New EV Grant! | Everything Electric Podcast
This week on the Everything Electric Podcast Robert Llewellyn, Jack Scarlett, and Imogen Bhogal sit down for a rare and relaxed behind-the-scenes chit chat. Join them for a meandering conversation about filming the pilot episode of Zapheap, super secretive EV launches in Europe, electric adventures in Canada and the big clanger - the brand new £3,750 EV grant! Enjoy! @fullychargedshow @Everyt
Has London Cracked the Code on Electric Vehicles?! |Everything Electric Podcast with Michael Hurwitz
In this episode of The Everything Electric Podcast, we sit down with Michael Hurwitz — one of the most influential voices in clean transport and smart mobility. For over 15 years, Michael has shaped the future of transportation in the UK and beyond. He launched the UK's national electric vehicle and driverless car programs for government, and later, at Transport for London (TfL), helped electrify
Inside the UK's Clean Energy Culture War – Chris Stark Explains | Everything Electric Podcast
In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, we sit down with Chris Stark, Head of the UK's Mission Control for Clean Power 2030 within the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. From building the UK's energy dashboard to delivering on ambitious targets, Chris takes us behind the scenes of the nation's clean power revolution. We cover everything from offshore wind auctions and retrofi
The End of The Beginning For Fully Charged As Fight for Cleaner Technologies Gets Dirty...
It's been 15 years since Fully Charged first launched — and a lot has changed. In this special episode, Robert Llewellyn, Dan Caesar, and Imogen Bhogal gather in Robert's kitchen to reflect on the journey from a YouTube side hustle to a global phenomenon. From the first EV reviews to launching 20+ events worldwide, they dive into the origins of the show, how the name "Everything Electric" came t
Can Miliband Clean Up UK Energy AND Lower Bills, Or Is Net Zero Over? | Fully Charged Show Podcast
In this episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Imogen Bhogal sits down with Ed Miliband, the UK's Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. Miliband is on a mission to transform Britain into a clean energy superpower by 2030, aiming to cut bills, create jobs, and enhance energy security through zero-carbon electricity - despite being dubbed a "net zero zealot" by some newspapers....
Why Oil & Gas Might Hold the Key to Geothermal Energy...| Fully Charged Show Podcast
Could we power the entire world with clean energy, 24/7, just by tapping into the heat beneath our feet? According to Jamie Beard, founder of Project InnerSpace, the answer is a resounding yes! She believes we could produce 70-75% of global electricity and 100% of its heat using geothermal energy – without burning a single fossil fuel. While less than 1% of the world's energy currently comes fro
The Battery Boom: Why Grid Storage Is the Backbone of Clean Power! | The Fully Charged Show Podcast
Battery storage is booming — but how does it really work, and why does it matter? In this episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Imogen sits down with Ed Porter from @modoenergy one of the UK's leading experts on battery energy storage systems (BESS), to demystify the critical role batteries are already playing in balancing the grid — and what's still to come. From frequency regulation and
Inside Story Behind Jaguar's Unapologetic Relaunch & What Happens Next...|Fully Charged Show Podcast
In this exclusive episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Jaguar Managing Director Rawdon Glover shares the story behind the brand's controversial 2024 rebrand. Glover gives us the inside track on why the iconic British marque halted UK car sales, pivoted to all-electric luxury, and ignited a storm of debate with a polarising teaser campaign that featured… no cars. From dealing with backlash
Tesla, Tariffs & Taking Opportunities – Polestar's CEO Tells All! | Fully Charged Show Podcast
In this exclusive episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Imogen sits down with Michael Lohscheller, the newly appointed CEO of Polestar Cars. With a rich background spanning legacy giants like VW and Mitsubishi, to EV disruptors like Nikola and VinFast, Lohscheller shares his perspectives on navigating Polestar through a pivotal moment in the automotive industry and working towards profitabili
BYD Starts To Outsell UK's Biggest Car Brands?! | Fully Charged Show Podcast
In this episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Robert Llewellyn is joined by Steve Beattie, Head of Sales at BYD UK, to unpack the meteoric rise of the world's largest EV maker. From humble beginnings in battery manufacturing to selling over 4 million vehicles globally, BYD is rapidly transforming the electric vehicle landscape—and Europe is next. Steve and Robert discuss how BYD went from m
Britain's Best-Selling Electric Bike — And Why Maeving Is Betting Big on UK Manufacturing!
In this episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Imogen Bhogal sits down with Seb Inglis-Jones, the co-founder and CEO of Maeving, the UK's leading electric motorcycle manufacturer. Seb shares the origin story of Maeving — from building a team of ex-Triumph and Norton engineers to hand-building retro-styled electric bikes in Coventry. They dive into the beauty of removable batteries, reviving t
