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This week on the Everything EV Podcast, George is joined once again by EV Powered Editor-in-Chief Richard Alvin while Matt is away on business.
Together they discuss Renault’s latest addition to its growing EV range, BYD’s astonishing new ultra-fast charging network, BMW’s upcoming electric M3, and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the UK’s EV transition.
George has been soaking up the sunshine in Barcelona behind the wheel of the new Renault 4 Plein Sud, while Richard looks at whether government policy is helping or hindering the electric vehicle revolution. They also explore why women remain underrepresented among EV buyers and whether the UK risks losing investment if it weakens its commitment to electrification.  
Renault 4 Plein Sud review – George drives the open-top version of Renault’s award-winning compact EV
BYD Flash Chargers – Chinese giant plans 1,500kW charging network capable of adding hundreds of miles in minutes
BMW M3 EV concept – Quad-motor, 1,000bhp performance flagship edges closer to reality
ZEV Mandate controversy – Rumours of a government rethink raise concerns across the EV industry
Peugeot E-208 GTI – The electric hot hatch receives the EV grant and enters the market at under £34,000
Women and EV ownership – New research suggests female buyers remain significantly underrepresented in the EV market
Tesla Cybercab – Tesla finally reveals technical details of its steering-wheel-free autonomous taxi
With EVs now accounting for a record 27.3% of new UK car registrations, are electric vehicles finally becoming “just cars” rather than a separate category? George and Richard discuss whether the market has reached a tipping point.

This week on the Everything EV Podcast, George is joined by EV Powered Editor-in-Chief Richard Alvin while Matt is away on business. Together they tackle another week of EV news, from Peugeot’s new electric hot hatch and Alfa Romeo’s hatchback revival to the growing dominance of battery electric vehicles in the UK market.

The pair also discuss Dodge’s puzzling return to Europe, Audi’s quality concerns, and why EVs are increasingly becoming the default choice rather than the alternative.
Peugeot E-208 GTI revealed – Can Peugeot’s latest electric hot hatch live up to the legendary GTI badge?
Alfa Romeo Giulietta returns – Stellantis confirms a new electric family hatchback based on its next-generation EV platform
Lancia Gamma unveiled – Is this worthy of one of Italy’s most famous automotive names?
EVs hit a record 27.3% UK market share – Battery electric vehicles become the largest single powertrain category in the UK market
Dodge Charger EV heads to Europe – But does anyone actually want an electric American muscle car?
Audi cuts Q4 e-tron prices – Is lower pricing enough to solve concerns over quality and competitiveness?
Are EVs now simply becoming “cars” rather than a separate category? With record sales, falling prices, more affordable models and growing consumer acceptance, George and Richard discuss whether the transition has finally reached a tipping point.

This week on the Everything EV Podcast, Matt and George dive into a packed week of electric car news, from Alfa Romeo’s long-awaited return to the family hatchback segment to another wave of Chinese investment in Europe.
Matt also shares his thoughts after a week with the Kia K4, prompting an unexpected discussion about whether modern EVs have made traditional petrol family cars feel a little… outdated.
The pair also debate the controversial new Lancia Gamma, the ongoing social media outrage surrounding Ferrari’s first EV, and what MG’s new European factory means for the future of electric cars on the continent.
Kia K4 – Has living with EVs changed the way we think about conventional family cars?
Alfa Romeo Giulietta returns – A new electric hatchback is coming and could be one of Stellantis’ most important launches
Lancia Gamma revealed – Is this a worthy revival of a famous Italian nameplate?
Ferrari Elettrica backlash – Why are people so angry about Ferrari’s first EV?
MG returns to European production – New Spanish factory signals the next stage of China’s EV expansion
The future of family hatchbacks – Why manufacturers are finally moving away from SUVs again
Alfa Romeo Giulietta returns, Ferrari EV backlash and MG’s European factory | Everything EV Podcast

This week on the Everything EV Podcast, Matt and George tackle another packed week of electric car news - from Ferrari’s controversial EV debut to the possible return of one of the most iconic small cars ever made.

Matt shares his thoughts on the charming new Fiat Grande Panda, while the pair debate Ferrari’s bold new electric supercar and whether the backlash is completely overblown. There’s also discussion around Ford’s fresh European EV strategy, Polestar finally listening to customer complaints, and why Citroën’s reborn 2CV EV could be one of the most important affordable electric cars of the decade.
Fiat Grande Panda review – Matt gets behind the wheel of Fiat’s cheerful new Renault 5 rival
Ferrari Elettrica – Ferrari’s first EV sparks outrage… but does it deserve it?
Citroën 2CV EV revival – The legendary French icon is returning as a low-cost electric car
Ford’s European EV reboot – Fiesta and Focus replacements could be built with Renault tech
Polestar brings back buttons – Has the Swedish EV brand finally admitted touchscreens went too far?
Future affordable EVs – Why Europe’s next generation of small electric cars could change the market completely

This week on the Everything EV Podcast, Matt and George explore some of the most exciting new developments in the electric car world — from compact urban EVs to the return of iconic performance badges.
The pair discuss the impressive new Hyundai Inster, Cupra’s upcoming electric hot hatch, and why the revival of the Volkswagen Polo GTI could signal a new era for small performance cars. They also dive into the growing influence of Chinese EV brands in Europe and what that means for legacy manufacturers.
As always, there’s plenty of debate around practicality, performance, affordability and whether some brands are finally starting to get EVs properly right.
Topics this week include:
Hyundai Inster – Compact EV with big ambitions
Cupra Raval – Spain’s answer to the electric hot hatch
Volkswagen Polo GTI – Why the legendary badge still matters
Chinese EV expansion – How brands from China are reshaping Europe’s EV market
Affordable EVs – Why smaller, cheaper electric cars are becoming more important than ever