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Electric vehicle ownership in a city can be daunting when you don't have access to a plug. We explore urban charging infrastructure along with the day-to-day experience and economics of public charging your vehicle in a big city.

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EV analyst, Loren McDonald, joins the show to dissect the latest trends, ironically starting with the price of gas. We'll delve into how fluctuating prices are accelerating EV adoption and the critical importance of developing robust home and multif... more

Over a third of the US population lives in multifamily housing without charging access. That's a massive EV transition hurdle. So what's the solution?

Samuel Bordenave, former Chief Commercial Officer at SWTCH, joins The Urban EV Podcast with some a... more

Chris Russo, SmartCharge Clean Energy Program Manager at Con Edison wants to give you money as SmartCharge incentivizes off-peak charging to balance grid demand and make everybody a winner.

Chris joins to show to share the marketing secrets he learn... more

Guests Bob Granito and Bill Thau from IVP Research Labs join the show to discuss the intersection of autonomous systems and EVs, sharing insights from comprehensive research studies that reveal surprising findings about stress levels when cars drive ... more

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Recent Guests

Loren McDonald
Founder of Charge Anomics, EV charging analyst
Charge Anomics
Episode: Gas Prices High. EV Sales Higher. Will the Trend Hold?
Samuel Bordenave
Chief Commercial Officer at Switch
Switch
Episode: Why Apartment Dwellers Are Being Left Behind in the EV Transition
Chris Russo
Smart Charge Clean Energy Program Manager
Con Edison
Episode: SmartCharging Into The Future
Bob Granito
President of IVP Research Labs, specializes in behavioral and emotional data collection
IVP Research Labs
Episode: The Autonomous Driving Dilemma: Humans At The Wheel
Bill Thau
Director of Analytics, IVP Research Labs, focuses on data analytics and interpreting study results
IVP Research Labs
Episode: The Autonomous Driving Dilemma: Humans At The Wheel
Justin Lunny
Founder and CEO of Everati
Everrati
Episode: Reviving Classics the EV Way
Gideon van Dijk
Founder and CEO of Chargetrip
Chargetrip
Episode: Charging Ahead: The Mainstream EV Transition Starts Here
Marina Hod
Managing Director Americas at Wevo Energy
Wevo Energy
Episode: Scaling EV Charging Infrastructure With A Little Help From AI
Madhav Ayyagari
Co-founder of Inductive Robotics
Inductive Robotics
Episode: The Robot Future Won't Be Driving Your Car, It Will Be Charging It

Hosts

Rob Hoffman
Host focusing on urban EV charging, technology, and policy implications for city environments.
Scott Murphy
Co-host covering audience questions, product implications, and practical user experiences in city charging.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Solid Start

    Authentic and easy to listen to. Learned a lot.

    Also, you convinced me not to switch to a full EV anytime soon. Looking forward to what’s next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RodRakic
    United States2 years ago
  • Must listen if you’re thinking about buying an EV in a big city...

    Full disclosure, I am good friends with Rob and have known him for a very long time. All of that aside, this podcast is an unvarnished view on owning an EV in a major urban center, which brings a tremendous number of unique challenges. Rob gets into the details and isn’t afraid to share his own mistakes to help others learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scottfmurphy78
    United States2 years ago

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Deep dives into charging in big cities, not just tech hype.
Hosts keep discussions grounded in everyday urban charging experiences.
Guests bring credible, hands-on perspectives that help listeners plan deployments or purchases.
Honest, practical urban EV insights with real-world tests and mistakes shared.

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#250
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Charging Up the Conversation: Marketing Lessons for the EV Age
Q: How do you approach marketing strategy differently for CPOs versus consumer-facing brands?
Start with audience research to identify real needs, then craft a proposition and brand narrative that translates technical offerings into practical value, while aligning product, marketing, and strategy for long-term relevance.
Charging Up the Conversation: Marketing Lessons for the EV Age
Q: What is the biggest marketing mistake you see for e-mobility products?
Companies focus on the technology and the specs instead of articulating clear end-user benefits and a simple story that explains why their solution matters in daily charging experiences.
Elevating the EV Charging Experience
Q: What are your expansion plans?
Starting with Santa Ana, they plan to open more sites in Southern California, targeting 10 stations within 18 months, with continued growth in other West Coast states if performance sustains.
Elevating the EV Charging Experience
Q: What makes your customer experience different?
On-site charging support technicians, 24/7 security, restrooms, lounges, and integrated amenities (coffee, bakery, squeegees, vacuums) create a more like-for-like gas-station experience and reduce friction for users.
Elevating the EV Charging Experience
Q: How would you describe your model compared to traditional public charging operators?
Rove focuses on dense urban sites with high power, full on-site amenities, and ownership of the site to control power, pricing, and customer experience, rather than just placing a few chargers at various landlords.

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What is The Urban EV Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on urban EV ownership, with a strong emphasis on charging infrastructure, real-world charging experiences, and the economics of public charging in dense cities. Episodes frequently explore how multi-family housing, curbside infrastructure, and policy shape adoption, often featuring practitioners, researchers, and industry leaders who translate complex grid, policy, and technology topics into practical guidance for city residents and businesses. A standout trait is its consistent focus on actionable insights for urban charging challenges, including interoperability, load management, and the evolving charging network landscape, making it especially useful for listeners evaluating urban EV viability or seeking partner opportu... more

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