Join us at DC EV for an insightful exploration into the world of Electric Vans and their growing significance in the business sector. In this engaging episode, our expert, Dave Humphreys from Complete Car, delves deep into the advantages and advancements of electric vans, a segment rapidly gaining traction in the automotive market. Don't forget to follow for more updates on EV innovations. Drop your questions and thoughts in the comments below – we love to hear from our viewers! Contact...

Welcome to 2024 DC EV - Adrian sat down with the ever-informative Dave Humphrey to dive into where EVs are and how 2024 is shaping up. What’s happened with EVs in the last year? EV sales BYD Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal Charging infrastructure Affordable EV’s Consumer confidence Brighter future Exciting for 2024 Contact us: Our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://dcev.ie/⁠⁠⁠ Our subscription: https://subscription.dcev.io/ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:...

In this episode of the podcast, Paul and Adrian explore several aspects of Tesla's market dominance, including its recent price drops and their effects on both Tesla customers and the wider EV market. Besides, they also discuss Tesla's decision to offer discounts on left-hand drive models instead of right-hand drive models in some markets, as well as the frustration felt by customers who have paid for Tesla's full self-driving capabilities upfront but have not yet received them. The hosts...

Hot off the Press and just off the plane, Dave Humphries gives us all the news from Auto Shanghai 2023 - China storming into Europe and beyond with many new brands and models - A super insight into the not-to-distant future - Thanks as always, Dave! China How big and diverse Battery Technology Different brands Eyes on Europe Car shows wind down Big car market BMW, Porsche, Mercedes Bad, NIO, Conglomerate Market hungry for new products Snobbery Rapidly changed Chinese...

What a pleasure for us to have the great future creating @bobbyhealy of @mannadronedelivery on the purple chairs for a fun and superbly informative chat. The 'purple chair' policy is for an informal, unscripted, and first-take chat so that you guys get a real feel for the person and their passion/business without the tech-heavy narrative! Enjoy, and let us know what you think. Thank you, Bobby! Bobby Healy Manna Delivery intro 2 min 40 seconds average delivery time, 3 miles distance ...

We were so excited to have the great Elaine Butler of the Circular Design Institute in for a chat with our own Adrian Slattery about everything circular economy. Elaine is brilliantly passionate and a knowledge powerhouse. It's fascinating to see what can be done within manufacturing/construction and other companies when they dig deep into their processes and ecosystems. Elaine is the person to help your business make the right steps to do so! Also, Adrian had to mention his Vivobarefoot...

What is Renewable Energy Wind Energy Legislation Should we have free energy Island of Ireland Behind the curve Data farms 100% renewable energy People want renewable energy It's not just about the price Consumption-based analysis Smart metering Understand your baseline App - Profile LED lighting saving up to 80% Companies' energy bills Critical energy analysis Figures Battery storage Government payback Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ ...

Charging station Etiquette Bad parking in EV space Overstay charge of €8 People waiting/watching while you charge Anxious wait Bug Bears Limited Superchargers Numerous Apps Infrastructure Shopping centres Not bothered Shouldn't be a hassle Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube:...

When charging an EV was free Cost of installation Init. Apps Paying for your charge and making it easier Infrastructure ESB Planning Charging Hubs Losing interest in long waiting times for planning permission Landlords sites TII (Transport Infrastructure Ireland) Private investment New charging ports Safety when charging Athlone and afterthought What will it be like in 10 years? Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook:...

Our Pick of EVs for the last 7 years – and some new ones coming we like too! Tesla Model S Tesla Model 3 Polestar Lucid Porsche Taycan Genesis GV60 Genesis GV70 Drako MG4 Mustang Mach E Pininfarina Battista Audi E-Tron GT RS Smart #1 Brabus Fiat 500e Cabrio Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube:...

Residential Solar Grants / Payback Commercial Solar Blockchain - Will it work? Future of solar? How wind technology and solar complement each other perfectly Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCup5UUCn7qkNyQvBri9fOwg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dc-ev/

Behind the Headlines Direct-to-consumer selling .. is it working? Will it work long term / it’s going that way regardless Will we Irish take to online car shopping Aggressive sales tactics Playing on supply shortages How the customer is being forgotten How do we make it better as a collective Contact us:  Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl ...

The slow death of Ireland's used car market ‘Brexit’ Impact on Used EVs supply Mountains of paperwork (Customs/Revenue) Additional VAT British car dealers unwilling to sell outside their country (Red Tape) What needs to be done? Preventing people from getting into an EV Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube:...

Our deep dive into EV insurance and how it's changed through education - from double the price back in 2016 to it being relatively the same (ish) as a petrol/diesel car - much improved but needs to be better, i.e., more choice. Contact us:  Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCup5UUCn7qkNyQvBri9fOwg LinkedIn:...

[EV Talks] Introducing the all-new DC EV channel - where our mission is to put the buying customer first and give them a voice.  “Our forests are at risk of being destroyed” 10% of our country's yearly target simply won’t cut it 🌳 -  Great to have Maurice Ryan from Green Belt in to talk to us about the real impact on our country, community, wildlife, and wellbeing if we don’t take our forestry seriously.  18,000 hectares is the yearly target  Only 10% achieved in 2021 A 2.5...

In this episode, Paul Clifford and Adrian Slattery from DC EV talk about: What your fleet looks like? Usage of fleet Cost of EV versus ICE cars Education Total Cost of Ownership Accelerated Capital Allowance (ACA) Brand image Government grants BIK benefits Contact Us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube:...

In this episode, Paul Clifford and Adrian Slattery from DC EV talk about: Tax changes  Co2 on cars now calculated UK model  Salary Sacrifice UK Free road tax in the UK for EVs Fleet Transition 50,000€ BIK free Changing to 35,000€ in 2023 Higher cost for a company car  Will hinder the transition to EV How does it affect you? Less incentive Contact us:  Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram:...

In this episode, Dave Humphreys and Paul Clifford from DC EV have a talk about: Volkswagen Group Stellantis Group Harley Davison E-Bikes Polestar Roadmap Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DCEV-ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dc-ev/

In this episode, Dave Humphreys and Adrian Slattery from DC EV have a talk about: Where EVs have come from over the last 10 years.  EV range fears - a thing of the past.  What EV (mid-range) is going to do well in 2023?  Contact us: Our website: https://dcev.ie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcelecdrive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcev_irl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dcev_irl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DCEV-ie LinkedIn:...