In this first episode of Garage Talk Unwrapped - The Podcast, Ben and Vicky take a practical, trade-focused look at electric vehicle (EV) charging in the UK. We unpack why some drivers — including us — haven’t yet switched, examine real-world EV charging costs and accessibility, and explain why the UK lags behind other European countries.

Guests and highlights:

• Matt Cleevely on why he moved into EV work, recorded at the Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference 2024.
• Matthew Teudor on his company EVDC and a peer-to-peer approach to charging that could disrupt the UK market.
• Andy Savva (The Garage Inspector) shared a frank view on whether garages should prioritise EVs today, recorded at the Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference 2024.

What you’ll learn:

• Real charging cost examples and how accessibility affects EV adoption in the UK.
• How major players are embracing EV maintenance and what that means for independent garages.
• Practical implications for technicians and business owners in the aftermarket.

Get in touch with us at hello@garagetalkonline.co.uk.

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If you’re a garage owner, technician, parts supplier or simply EV-curious, this episode gives straight-talk insight into charging, costs and the aftermarket’s evolving role.

In this short introductory episode, Vicky and Ben say hello and share what Garage Talk Unwrapped – The Podcast is all about.

We talk about why we’ve launched the show, how it connects with our YouTube channel, and what listeners can expect in future episodes — from trade news and product updates to exclusive interviews, tech deep dives, and practical workshop advice.

To kick things off, we also look back at a few of our favourite moments from Garage Talk Unwrapped on YouTube — including celebrity interviews, inspiring voices from the industry, and clips that made us laugh (and sometimes left us speechless!).

Our first full episode drops on 9 September, covering EV charging made simple. New episodes will then release every two weeks on Tuesdays.

Get in touch with us at hello@garagetalkonline.co.uk.

Don't forget to check out our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@garagetalkonline