GreenCars, The Podcast

2024 EV Insights & Predictions for 2025 | GreenCars Podcast Ep. 23

Ready to close out the year with EV insights and bold predictions for 2025? Join Trish and Dave as they sit down with Kevin Jennings, Senior Brand Marketing Manager for GreenCars, to discuss the evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles. From how cold weather impacts EV performance to game-changing trends like NACS compatibility and the surge of used EVs, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Plus, a look back at the podcast’s top moments of 2024 and what’s next for GreenCars! Key Topics: * How cold weather affects EV range and performance (with practical tips!) * The evolution of GreenCars: From concept to leading educational platform * Leasing vs. buying EVs: Why 70% of sales in 2024 were leases * Predictions for 2025: Used EV surge, leasing trends, and infrastructure updates * The Tesla NACS plug revolution and what it means for the future of charging 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=0s] - Introduction: Looking Back at 2024 & EV Trends 2:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=135s] - EVs in Cold Weather: Tips & Myths 8:40 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=520s] - Meet Kevin Jennings: The Evolution of GreenCars 11:25 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=685s] - 2024 EV Highlights: Incentives, Used EV Market Growth 15:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=945s] - Tesla NACS Plug and Charging Network Expansion 23:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=1410s] - Predictions for 2025: Leasing Trends & Used EV Surge 31:50 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=1910s] - GreenCars at Electrify Expo: Expanding Impact 35:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSdblnjVOKs&t=2115s] - Year-End Reflections: Podcast Highlights of 2024 Have Questions? Email us: ThePodcast@GreenCars.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

EV Milestones, Charging Insights & Election Impacts | GreenCars Podcast Ep. 22

Join Trish and Dave as they look back on 2024's biggest EV milestones and welcome special guest Matt Teske, founder of ChargeWay. From a groundbreaking U.S. milestone of 200,000 public charging ports to what the recent presidential election could mean for electric vehicles, this episode covers it all. Explore top EV trends, charging solutions, and predictions for the future of clean transportation. Stay informed and stay charged with GreenCars! #EVs #ElectricVehicles #GreenCarsPodcast #Sustainability #EVTaxCredits #EVCharging #ChargeWay #FutureOfEVs Key Moments: 00:00 - Welcome to GreenCars Podcast 01:30 - Reflecting on 2024's EV milestones 03:20 - The Range Wall: Top EVs with the most range 07:15 - Guest Matt Teske joins the conversation 09:00 - U.S. hits 200,000 public charging ports 12:00 - EV tax credits: What could change post-election? 17:00 - Audience comments: EVs vs. broccoli analogy 20:15 - Wrapping up with predictions for 2025 👉 Follow us at @GreenCarsHQ and visit GreenCars.com for more. Have Questions? Email us: ThePodcast@GreenCars.com Connect with Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenCarsHQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greencarshq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/GreenCarsHQ X: https://twitter.com/GreenCarsHQ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

How Vehicle Safety Evolved + Electric Motorcycle Review | GreenCars Podcast Ep. 21

Today on GreenCars, The Podcast, we explore how vehicle safety features have evolved to save lives, including the history of seat belts, airbags, and cutting-edge driver-assist technologies. Our guest, Pieter Hogeveen, Director of Marketing at Lithia Motors, shares his insights on the future of hybrid and EV vehicles and the shift towards autonomous driving. Plus, Dave Nichols gives us a firsthand look at the futuristic NAXEON Electric Motorcycle, showcasing its impressive features, performance, and why it feels like a "smartphone on wheels." Is this the future of motorcycling? Join us to find out! Don’t miss this engaging episode packed with facts, expert opinions, and innovative tech insights. 📍 Chapters 0:00 - Intro 0:58 - History of Vehicle Safety 6:22 - Modern Safety Features & Driver-Assist Tech 12:44 - Guest Interview: Pieter Hogeveen 34:10 - Future of EVs, Hybrids & Autonomous Driving 41:30 - Electric Motorcycle Review: NAXEON 50:48 - Closing Thoughts 👉 Follow us at @GreenCarsHQ and visit GreenCars.com for more. Have Questions? Email us: ThePodcast@GreenCars.com Connect with Us: YouTube:‪ @greencarshq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenCarsHQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greencarshq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/GreenCarsHQ X: https://twitter.com/GreenCarsHQ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

2024 EV Recap & Fastest-Selling Cars | GreenCars Podcast Ep. 20

Today on GreenCars, the Podcast, we’re diving into the top-selling cars of 2024, looking ahead at what’s in store for 2025, and exploring the best hybrid and EV options for families. Our guest, EV expert Chase Drum, joins us to share insights into the electric and hybrid market trends, top-selling models, and how these vehicles are changing the future of transportation. Plus, Trish Glose takes the wheel of a rare Polestar 2 BST 270 and shares his experience driving this high-performance EV. Don't miss this look back and forward on the latest in sustainable driving. 0:00 Intro to 2024 Highlights with Chase Strom 0:50 Fastest-Selling Cars of 2024 7:20 Chase’s 2024 EV Market Review 12:35 Top Trends in EVs for 2025 18:55 Keeping It Current – Viewer Comments 25:45 EV Hurricane Support Myths – Debunked! 33:10 Test Driving a Rare Polestar 2 BST 270 39:10 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up #GreenCarsPodcast, #ElectricVehicles, #TopSellingCars, #EVTrends, #HybridCars, #PolestarReview, #SustainableDriving, #GreenCarsHQ, #ChaseDrum, #FutureOfEVs Learn more about greener driving options, or by visiting: https://www.greencars.com Have Questions? Email us: ThePodcast@GreenCars.com Connect with Us: YouTube: ‪ @greencarshq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenCarsHQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greencarshq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/GreenCarsHQ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/GreenCarsHQ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Exclusive Honda Designers Reveal EV Secrets & Prologue Test Drive | GreenCars Podcast Ep. 19

In this episode of GreenCars The Podcast, hosts Trish Glose and Dave Nichols sit down with two talented Honda designers, Lisa Lee and Sang Hyuk, to uncover the philosophy and creativity behind Honda's latest electric vehicle designs. Discover the design process that brings electric vehicles like the Honda Prologue to life, from sketching to clay models and full-scale mock-ups. Learn about Honda’s “three realities principal” and “The Three Joys,” which shape their design ethos. Plus, we dive into viewer questions on EVs, explore Electrify Expo in San Francisco, and test drive the stunning new Honda Prologue. Tune in for an insightful conversation with the minds shaping the future of electric vehicle design, and stay informed on the latest in hybrid and EV tech. Key Learnings: Honda's Design Philosophy: Explore Honda’s “Waigaya” method and “Three Realities Principle” for a deep dive into EV design. EV Design Process: Learn how designers move from sketches to clay models to full-scale prototypes. Viewer Reactions to EVs: Get insights from EV designers on why electric vehicles often polarize opinions. Honda Prologue Review: Check out a review of the new Honda Prologue EV and explore its features. Electrify Expo Highlights: Catch up on the latest tech and electrifying experiences from the San Francisco Electrify Expo. #HondaPrologue #HondaEV #ElectricCars #HybridCars #CarDesign #EVTrends #GreenCarsPodcast #ElectrifyExpo #SustainableTransportation #EVReview #ElectricVehicleDesign Learn more about greener driving options, or by visiting: https://www.greencars.com Have Questions? Email us: ThePodcast@GreenCars.com Connect with Us: YouTube: ‪ @greencarshq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenCarsHQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greencarshq Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/GreenCarsHQ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/GreenCarsHQ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.