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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K4, prompting an unexpected discussion about whether modern EVs have made traditional petrol family cars feel a little… outdated.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

In this episode of the Everything EV Podcast, hosts Matt Allan and George East dive into the latest developments in the electric vehicle (EV) market, focusing on the emergence of electric BMW M cars, the Vauxhall Corsa Electric, and the BYD Atto2.
Matt shares his experience with the Corsa Electric, highlighting its surprisingly competent performance despite its age and design. He discusses the car's range and practicality, while also noting its lack of excitement compared to other models.
George then shares his thoughts on the BYD Atto2, praising its build quality and efficiency, while also critiquing its infotainment system.
The conversation shifts to the upcoming electric BMW M3, which promises to deliver an impressive 1,000 horsepower with a quad-motor setup, and the hosts speculate on its driving dynamics and design.

Matt is back from the Brussels Motor Show, where he’s seen many of the most important electric cars set to shape the market over the next few years. In this episode of Everything EV, he and George break down the biggest EV reveals, debate the hits and misses of the show, and pick out their personal highlights.

From compact crossovers and stylish estates to rugged off-roaders and controversial design choices, Brussels delivered plenty to talk about — not all of it good.
Cars discussed this week include:
Kia EV2 – Kia sets its sights on the Renault 4 with a compact, affordable crossover

Zeekr 7GT – A technically impressive Chinese electric estate heading for the UK

Mazda CX-6e – Can Mazda’s new electric SUV improve on the 6e saloon?

Subaru E-Outback – A 375bhp, boxy, all-wheel-drive EV that stays true to Subaru’s roots

Mercedes GLB Electric – A divisive design that leaves Matt reaching for the eye bleach

Xpeng G7+ – A sharply styled electric saloon that could worry Tesla and BMW