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The Driven Podcast

The Driven Podcast
Electric Vehicles
Charging Infrastructure
Australia
Renewable Energy
Charging Pricing
Vehicle To Grid
EV Charging Habits
Consumer Behavior
Australian Electric Vehicle Association
Daimler Truck
Polestar
South Australia
Reneweconomy
Charging Network
Grid Stability
Electric Vehicle Trials
E-Transit Custom
Automotive Market
Sustainability
Vehicle-To-Grid

Join Sam Parkinson and guests discussing exciting news and developments in the world of electric vehicles and transport.

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Latest Episodes

Most EV owners charge at home. But what if you live in an apartment? This week, Charlie Richardson, COO and co-founder of NOX Energy, helps to unpack a project that might finally offer an answer, and explore what it actually takes to make EV charging... more

The first results from Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard are in, but with tougher limits coming, what does it mean for EV sales and the wider car market? Plus, we discuss the Jaecoo J5, Hyundai Elexio, and why electric trucks could play a k... more

Co-founder of New Energy Transport Daniel Bleakley explains how electric trucks are performing in real-world freight operations, and why the economics are starting to stack up.

Tim Eden and Riz Akhtar join to help review the year that was in EVs, share their predictions for 2026, and discuss what’s most likely to shape the market in the year ahead.

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Recent Guests

Charlie Richardson
Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of NOX Energy
NOX Energy
Episode: Apartment EV charging moves from theory to reality
Riz Akhtar
Founder of Carloop
Carloop
Episode: Car makers clear first NVES hurdle as EV transition accelerates
Daniel Bleakley
Co-founder of New Energy Transport
New Energy Transport
Episode: “What the f* was that?” - The electric truck moment changing Australian freight
Lisa Marsh
CEO of Illumina, working on electrifying remote highways in Australia
Illumina
Episode: Chip fat and charge cables
Robert Llewellyn
Actor, comedian, and trusted voice for electric transportation
Fully Charged / Everything Electric
Episode: Robert Llewellyn on the state of the charge
Dave Budge
Co-founder and CEO of Jaunt Motors, a company specializing in converting classic cars to electric.
Jaunt Motors
Episode: How classic cars can still have an electric future
Sarah Aubrey
Electrification and EV advocate, founder of Electrify This and member of the Inner West Council Local Democracy Transport Group.
Episode: Sarah Aubrey on EVs, curbside charging, and the future of home energy
Thom Drew
Head of Tesla Australia and New Zealand
Tesla
Episode: Will the new Model Y save Tesla?
Roland Revere
Head of product at Kia Australia
Kia Australia
Episode: Kia takes on the Chinese EV giants

Host

Sam Parkinson
Host of The Driven Podcast; frequent commentator on electric vehicles and transport trends.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Corey Steuben interview was outstanding.

    Love to hear more from him

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RobGeel
    Australia3 years ago
  • Great content poor audio

    Great content but really poor quality audio, lots of white noise, low volume and difficult to hear at times. The guest are always very insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    timbrown13
    Australia3 years ago
  • Awesome work

    Love all your podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Senturya
    Australia4 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Have just discovered this podcast through Renew Economy. Subscribed to learn about EVs but have learnt so much more. Episode from 13th December 2019 on EVs, range anxiety and energy security with John Blackburn was a top episode for me.

    Would love to have an episode dedicated to towing small caravans - is it feasible for EV’s with current limitations on charging stations out in the wide brown land? Will hydrogen solve the problem? Thank you from a grateful and mightily impressed listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freycinet
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great bi-annual podcast

    Excellent podcast discussing the whole EV industry in Australia not just “new car reviews”.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Massive P3n|5
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many appreciate content that spans technology, policy, and market dynamics rather than just car reviews.
Guests are consistently knowledgeable, offering useful, actionable takeaways for professionals and enthusiasts.
Audio quality is sometimes inconsistent, with feedback about background noise.
Listeners praise the depth and breadth of topics, especially practical EV insights and industry context.

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Apple Podcasts
#60
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#229
New Zealand/Technology

Talking Points

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Apartment EV charging moves from theory to reality
Q: What's the role of Arenas Driving the Nation funding in these deployments?
The funding acts as a catalyst, providing validation and a time-bound window to accelerate proposals, while enabling a broader rollout and real-world testing across multiple building types.
Apartment EV charging moves from theory to reality
Q: How does the Sierra Hawthorne project demonstrate the model in practice?
The project installed 253 charge points across 241 apartments, leveraging private car spaces and building-owned hardware, with residents paying a small per-kilowatt fee and NOX handling load management and maintenance.
Apartment EV charging moves from theory to reality
Q: Can you give a quick background on NOX Energy and what you do?
NOX Energy was founded by Wiley, Matt, and Charlie and focuses on ultra-low-cost charging for home and work, with a proprietary Intelligent Power Socket that monitors and manages energy use, enabling private, affordable charging in strata and commercial settings.
Robert Llewellyn on the state of the charge
Q: Would you agree with the importance of maintaining momentum through subsidies and policy that supports the electrification of transport?
Yes, I agree that it would happen anyway, but more slowly without them.
Sarah Aubrey on EVs, curbside charging, and the future of home energy
Q: Do you think that we're building enough charging infrastructure to support this growth?
Sarah expresses concerns that the current infrastructure isn't enough, particularly highlighting the importance of accessible curbside charging options.

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The show centers on electric vehicles, transport technology, and energy infrastructure, with frequent deep dives into EV adoption, charging networks, vehicle-to-grid concepts, and industry shifts in Australia. Episodes feature founders, executives, journalists, and advocates who bring practical insights on hardware, policy, consumer behavior, and market dynamics, often tying global developments to the Australian context. Notable strengths include a blend of technical analysis and real-world testing, plus guests who help demystify complex topics for practitioners and enthusiasts alike.

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1. Charlie Richardson
2. Riz Akhtar
3. Daniel Bleakley
4. Lisa Marsh
5. Robert Llewellyn
6. Dave Budge
7. Sarah Aubrey
8. Thom Drew

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