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The Kilowatt Half Hour

Electrifying.com
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Join the Electrifying.com team for a weekly wander through the world of electric cars. Whether you’re charging, relaxing, or trying to look busy for the boss with your headphones on, our round-up of the electric week is the perfect way to spend half an hour. Discover what the team has been up to, driving, reviewing and complaining about. We discuss the topics that really matter alongside the ones ... more

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Ginny, Tom and Vicky are back with another episode of the Kilowatt Half Hour, diving into the world of EVs with their usual mix of insight and inane banter. This week: spreadsheets (yes, really), conferences and rising fuel and energy prices—plus why... more

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The Kilowatt Half Hour is back for Episode 96, and the Electrifying.com team is diving into another busy week in the world of electric cars ⚡

Ginny and Batch catch up on what they’ve been driving – including a first taste of the upcoming Mercedes-Be... more

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We’re back! After what can only be described as a full factory reset (call it a model-year upgrade with a light facelift), the Electrifying.com team returns with a jam-packed episode covering one of the busiest periods the EV world has seen in years.... more

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This week we’ll be talking about the hottest EVs of 2025 and 20226 and discussing the EU's softening of the petrol and diesel car ban.

Plus there's Barnard's Bargain, listener questions and a review of last episode's comments.

Welcome to the Kilowa... more

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Recent Guests

Roman Egorov
Senior exterior designer for Citroen
Citroen
Episode: Episode 58: Santa’s new sleigh, hydrogen returns and Nisonda. Or is it Honsan?
Nicki Shields
New anchor for Formula E
Formula E
Episode: Episode 56: The most famous cat on the internet & Formula E kicks off
Steve Fowler
A longtime friend of the hosts and a journalist in the automotive industry.
Episode: Episode 30: "Cancelled flights and our Ace-man in China"

Hosts

Nicola Hume
Co-host of The Kilowatt Half Hour; EV and consumer tech enthusiast
Vicky Parr
Co-host of The Kilowatt Half Hour; EV news and reviews
Tom Barnard
Co-host and commentator; long-form EV discussion and testing
Ginny
Host discussing electric vehicle news and hands-on testing
Mike
Co-host and speaker on electric cars; EV analysis and guest interactions

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Have your Podcasts stopped

    There have been no Kilowatt Half Hour podcasts this year. Also there have been no updates to say if and when they will continue. Have you stopped creating these informative podcasts?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ian-mapworld
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    UPDATED:

    I have been reading this team’s reviews for years and was so happy to have discovered this podcast. Brilliant advice and always in some way makes me laugh!

    Also my fav presenter Nicola Hume is on this podcast - who doesn’t love Nicola?!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bayerischemotorenboy92
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great team

    I’m so happy to have discovered this show. The presenters are a lovely group of people and make fun, informative reviews. I particularly enjoy the weekly ‘half hour’.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Badgersbits
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great podcast for those considering buying an EV

    They answered my car buying question and now I’m a very happy EV driver! Thanks Ginny and team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rhj501
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fun, funny and informative

    Love this pod/video. Always amusing, more so on YouTube where you can see the expressions. 😀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muddybiker
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great banter and diverse EV topics; a reliable weekly brief for EV news and tips.
Bright, energetic discussions with practical EV insights.
Hosts mix humor with solid reviews, engaging and approachable.
Audio quality can vary but content is consistently entertaining and informative.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 90: Big Smarts, little Hondas and getting EV charging out of the gutter
Q: What are good options for individuals who have a low budget for an SUV with easy access?
Options like used Nissan or MG models would be advisable since they offer good value, quality, and meet basic needs for accessibility.
Episode 90: Big Smarts, little Hondas and getting EV charging out of the gutter
Q: How does not having a smartphone impact EV ownership?
While it complicates things slightly, many public chargers accept card payments and you can manage your home charging from the vehicle itself, but having a smartphone does simplify the process.
Episode 90: Big Smarts, little Hondas and getting EV charging out of the gutter
Q: What do you think about hosting events for electric vehicles for local councils?
They're great opportunities for potential EV buyers to test multiple cars and engage with the community around electric vehicles.
Episode 91: EV bargains, bongs and the trillion dollar bonus
Q: What are your thoughts on the BMW iX3 compared to the Audi Q4 Sport model?
The BMW iX3 features different battery technology, promising better efficiency than the Audi Q4, which has not been as efficient in past models.
Episode 89: Budget Buzz, the Dinky Dacia and the Gilded Genesis
Q: What on earth to replace a Subaru Outback with?
The hosts recommend considering the ID7 GTX Tourer, Model 3 Dual Motor Long Range, or the BMW i4 M60 for performance and range.

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A weekly roundup focused on electric vehicles, blending hands-on driving impressions, model news, and practical how-tos with light-hearted banter. Episodes frequently cover new EVs, charging infrastructure, grants and policy changes, and real-world performance, often pairing technical updates with culture and humor. The show stands out for its conversational energy, emphasis on UK/EU policy context, and an approachable take on complex EV topics, making it useful for buyers, tech enthusiasts, and industry watchers alike.

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