The AA has launched a new podcast bringing together experts and industry voices to discuss the big issues affecting drivers and the future of motoring.
The Road Ahead with The AA is hosted by Jack Cousens, AA Head of Roads Policy, with each episode taking a deeper look at a different motoring topic and the questions drivers want answered.
The opening episode focuses on electric vehicles, with Cousens joined by Jamie Muir from AA Cars, and Charlie Cook, Founder and CEO of Rightcharge.
The trio discussed issues around switching to an electric vehicle (EV), including how far modern EVs can travel, the availability and cost of charging, and whether owning an EV is practical for drivers without access to a driveway or dedicated off-street parking.
Affordability was also put under the spotlight, with Muir discussing how the used EV market is changing, explaining that while electric cars have traditionally been more expensive than their petrol and diesel equivalents, some used EVs are now cheaper.
The episode also looks at concerns around the lifespan of EV batteries with Muir and Cook discussing battery degradation on the roads, and their own experiences with EVs.
Cook also explained the difference between home charging and relying on the public charging network, as well as how drivers can investigate their local charging options and when on regular journeys.
The conversation also looked ahead to the future of electric motoring and what could assist with more drivers making the switch.
Jack Cousens, host of The Road Ahead, said:
“The Road Ahead gives us the chance to have a proper conversation about the issues drivers are talking about and the questions they want answered.
“For our first episode we’ve looked at electric vehicles, bringing together different perspectives to talk about what it’s really like to buy, charge and live with an EV.
“There are still plenty of questions about electric cars, and we want to give drivers useful information that can help them decide what works for them.
“We want The Road Ahead to cover a wide range of issues affecting drivers, and in our next episode we’ll turn our attention to young driver safety.”
Charlie Cook, Founder and CEO of Rightcharge, said:
“It was great to join The AA for the first episode of The Road Ahead and have a proper conversation about some of the questions drivers have about electric cars.
“There’s a lot changing in the EV world, so having the opportunity to explore those issues in more detail and help drivers understand what the switch could mean for them is really valuable.”
Jamie Muir, AA Cars, said:
“The used EV market has changed significantly, with more choice for buyers and some electric cars now becoming cheaper than their petrol and diesel equivalents.
“The podcast was a great opportunity to look at what’s happening in the market and what drivers should consider when choosing their next car.”
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