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BYD’s Global Rise, 1MW Charging & the Future of EVs!

Everything Electric Podcast

Release Date: 11/03/2025

2025 Wrapped: EV Myths, Dream Cars & 2026 Predictions! show art 2025 Wrapped: EV Myths, Dream Cars & 2026 Predictions!

Everything Electric Podcast

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 vehicle sales are actually up 19% year-on-year. From there, the trio dive into their personal “Magic Money Tree” dream garages, featuring the Polestar 5, Kia EV9, the gloriously childish Ioniq 6...

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EV EU-TURN! UK Under Pressure? + Our Predictions of a 'Carpocalypse' in 2026? show art EV EU-TURN! UK Under Pressure? + Our Predictions of a 'Carpocalypse' in 2026?

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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 predictions for the next 12 months, including the car companies that are 'at risk' in 2026.   Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo:    To partner,...

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Why Clean Energy Will Always Win (Eventually...) with Cleantechnica show art Why Clean Energy Will Always Win (Eventually...) with Cleantechnica

Everything Electric Podcast

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 optimistic about the future. They discuss the mind-boggling scale of Chinese manufacturing, the "inevitability" of technological solutions like solid-state batteries, and why your next stove might have a...

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Ford's Renault reliance? EV Glory to Ukraine? Korea's Chinese EV spied in Australia? show art Ford's Renault reliance? EV Glory to Ukraine? Korea's Chinese EV spied in Australia?

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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...  Stories covered in this episode can be found further down in this description box, in the meantime... Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo:   Or exhibit or sponsor at...

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Australia’s Renewable Revolution & the EV Boom — with Giles Parkinson show art Australia’s Renewable Revolution & the EV Boom — with Giles Parkinson

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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, the rollout of charging infrastructure, the massive potential of Australia’s renewable energy sector, and the role EVs will play in the future grid with V2G.   ...

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Toyota's Hit EV? EU's China 'Crisis?' & Tesla Value Questioned? show art Toyota's Hit EV? EU's China 'Crisis?' & Tesla Value Questioned?

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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 - 🚗Polestar and Volvo - 🚗Chinese Gasoline Cars - 🚗The Big Short?! - 🚗BYD -  🚗Scout -  🚗Royal Mail - 🚗Electric Buses - Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: ...

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Artificial Irrelevance? Or can AI enable boiler-price heat pump installs? show art Artificial Irrelevance? Or can AI enable boiler-price heat pump installs?

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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 channel:   Support our StopBurningStuff campaign:  Become an Everything Electric Patreon:  Become a YouTube member: use JOIN button above Buy the Fully Charged Guide...

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Reeves ruins EVs? Porsche envies Hyundai? Is XPeng the new Tesla? | Everything Electric Podcast show art Reeves ruins EVs? Porsche envies Hyundai? Is XPeng the new Tesla? | Everything Electric Podcast

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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 week, Imogen and Dan discuss XPeng, Hyundai, Porsche and reflect on Rachel Reeves' budget.  Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo:  - Everything Electric SYDNEY -...

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Australia's EV BOOM: Affordable Cars, V2G & Why the UK is Jealous | Everything Electric Podcast show art Australia's EV BOOM: Affordable Cars, V2G & Why the UK is Jealous | Everything Electric Podcast

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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 Fast– Australia may have started its EV journey later than some countries, but it’s now picking up speed fast, with cities like Brisbane leading the charge.   The Affordability...

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The *Real* Range Anxiety?! How can wheels really boost battery EVs?! show art The *Real* Range Anxiety?! How can wheels really boost battery EVs?!

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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 Hankook’s groundbreaking iON range, backed by 58 patents and insights from Formula E racing, is redefining performance for electric vehicles. Discover how the right tyres can dramatically affect your...

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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-megawatt “flash chargers” capable of adding 400km in just five minutes, Sajid reveals the innovations driving the brand’s incredible success — and how they’re changing the automotive industry forever.
 
Robert also discovers how BYD has overtaken Tesla in EV sales in Australia, achieved millions of NEV deliveries worldwide, and is pioneering Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology that can turn your EV into a mobile power plant for your home.
 
0:00:00 - Introduction
0:00:47 - Sajid Hassan, BYD Australia& New Zealand
0:01:03 - Australia as an EV "Test Bed" and Export Market
0:01:43 - BYD's History and Global Scale
0:03:46 - The Staggering Size of BYD
0:05:06 - Why Right-Hand Drive Australia is a Key Market
0:06:33 - Australia as a Competitive "Proving Ground"
0:08:00 - Australia's Imported Car Market & Rise of Chinese Brands
0:10:45 - The Everyday User Experience: BYD Owners Who Just Drive
0:11:48 - EV Adoption Rate and Achieving Price Parity in Australia
0:12:59 - Battery Longevity, Vehicle Warranty, and Consumer Fears
0:14:04 - Deep Dive: The Benefits of BYD's LFP Blade Battery
0:14:50 - BYD: A Battery Company That Started Making Cars
0:15:37 - BYD's Vertical Integration (Semiconductors, Mines, etc.)
0:16:03 - The Future: V2G & Cars as "Mobile Power Plants"
0:16:46 - BYD's V2G Trial with Origin Energy and Amber in Australia
0:18:41 - Legislative Barriers Slowing V2G Adoption
0:20:49 - BYD's EV Sales Leader Status in Australia (vs. Tesla)
0:21:56 - The BYD Shark Ute and the DMO Hybrid Platform
0:23:19 - Explaining the "Electric First" DMO Super Hybrid
0:27:43 - The BYD Shark's Initial Success in the Ute Segment
0:28:31 - Addressing the PHEV Charging Misconception
0:30:35 - Servicing and the Legacy Dealership Model
0:31:59 - BYD's Rapidly Expanding Dealership Network (80+ Sites)
0:32:26 - Lower Maintenance Costs of Electric Vehicles
0:34:36 - The Future of Charging: BYD's 1 Megawatt "Flash Chargers"
0:35:54 - 400km Range in 5 Minutes: Charger Speed Comparison
0:37:02 - How Large Battery Packs Support Megawatt Charging
0:38:07 - Which Future BYD Model Will Get Megawatt Charging?
0:38:46 - The Quiet Revolution on China's Streets
0:41:41 - The Challenge of Loud ICE Vehicles in Australia
0:43:25 - Shifting Consumer Attitude and the "First Drive" Effect
0:44:39 - The Synergy of Solar Panels and EVs in Australia
0:46:50 - Have EV Costs Reached a Plateau? Battery Chemistry's Role
0:49:03 - Levelling Up: More Tech, Range, and Luxury for the Same Price
0:50:32 - Final Thoughts: The Pace of Evolution in the Auto Industry
 
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