In this episode of EV Musings, Gary introduces a series focused on the basics of electric vehicles for beginners. He discusses who should consider going electric, the various ways to acquire an EV, and the importance of test driving before making a purchase.

The episode aims to simplify the transition to electric vehicles by addressing common concerns and providing practical advice.

This is Episode 1 of a 3-part series focused on teaching the basics of EV ownership to newbies.

This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging.

Links in the show notes:

• Vodafone UK to electrify entire car fleet by 2026 - electrive.com - Cool Thing
• The New EV Episode - The EV Musings Podcast
• Taking an EV Test drive - The EV Musings Podcast
• All electric vehicles in Europe - EV Database
• Plug Life Television
• Living in an Apartment with an Electric Vehicle: Challenges and Solutions - The EV Musings Podcast
• Pavement charging options - The EV Musings Podcast
• Living with no Home Charger - The EV Musings Podcast

Episode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk

(C) 2019-2025 Gary Comerford

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Tusker Salary Sacrifice

The Tusker Car Benefit Scheme is a salary sacrifice car scheme where employees are provided with an affordable way to drive electric. It means an employee can drive a new car, complete with insurance, replacement tyres, MOTs, routine servicing and maintenance, as well as RAC breakdown cover – for a simple, fixed monthly amount. Because this amount is taken directly from gross salary via a salary sacrifice arrangement, there’s no need to set up a direct debit or pay a deposit. Plus, because the amount comes from gross salary before income tax and National Insurance, which, together with Tusker’s relationships with car manufacturers, can make it a uniquely cost-effective way to drive electric. Your employer does need to have a scheme in place for you to access, so if they don’t, simply ask your HR team to contact Tusker to find out more. To learn more about our salary sacrifice car scheme, just visit our website

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