A Second-Life EV Battery Manufacturing

In the new episode of the EVfriendly podcast, we explore the concepts of carbon offsets and carbon credits and their impact on the automotive industry. Additionally, we tackle an intriguing topic: Can condo complexes and businesses generate carbon credits for their own electric vehicle charging stations? Stay informed about the exciting world of EVs, be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our EVfriendly YouTube channel! Check out our EVfriendly blog: https://www.evfriendly.ca/evfriendly-news/ Subscribe to the EVfriendly e-newsletter: https://evfriendly.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=86f52daec99c91e76baa0294a&id=449c0caa15 Visit: https://www.evfriendly.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The world's #1 clean energy and electric vehicle show, the Fully Charged Show, is coming to Vancouver, B.C., September 8-10, 2023. We are thrilled to welcome Dan Caesar, the CEO, as a special guest on our podcast. Dan shared fascinating insights into how the show started and grew over time, accumulating 1 million subscribers on YouTube. Plus, he offered a sneak peek of what to expect at the first-ever Fully Charged Show held in Canada!Our EVfriendly crew will be there, so swing by our booth to say hi! The three-day event will be packed with amazing exhibits and attractions, including EV test drives. See you at the show!About Fully Charged Show in Vancouver: https://ca.fullycharged.live/Check out our EVfriendly blog: https://www.evfriendly.ca/evfriendly-news/ Subscribe to the EVfriendly e-newsletter: https://evfriendly.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=86f52daec99c91e76baa0294a&id=449c0caa15 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EVfriendlyFind us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ev_friendly/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could Canadian drivers potentially lose their right to choose where they want to have their car repaired? With our special guest, JF Champagne, president of AIA Canada, we discussed the impacts of the right to repair legislation and how to ensure safe vehicle repairs are accessible to all drivers. We also talked about the risks of cyber threats, reasons why the industry struggles to attract and retain more women, and much more!Tune in for an engaging conversation about electric vehicles, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@_EVfriendlySubscribe to the EVfriendly e-newsletter: https://evfriendly.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=86f52daec99c91e76baa0294a&id=449c0caa15 EVfriendly website: https://www.evfriendly.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for an engaging conversation about the collision repair industry and its preparedness for the transition to electric vehicles. Our guest, Stefano Liessi, a Red Seal auto technician and automotive instructor, discusses the key importance of continuous education and training, how ADAS systems will change the way the automotive industry services modern vehicles, including EVs, whether the industry should be regulated to ensure safe repairs, and more!Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and leave us your comment below! Check out our EVfriendly blog: https://www.evfriendly.ca/evfriendly-news/ Subscribe to the EVfriendly e-newsletter: https://evfriendly.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=86f52daec99c91e76baa0294a&id=449c0caa15 Visit: https://www.evfriendly.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are your choices limited when it comes to servicing your electric vehicle? Are independent repair shops ready for electric and automated vehicles? Automotive business coach and instructor Murray Voth explains what consumers and repair shops need to know as automotive technology transitions to electrification and automation.Make sure to SUBSCRIBE and leave us your comment below! Check out our EVfriendly blog: https://www.evfriendly.ca/evfriendly-... Subscribe to EVfriendly e-newsletter: https://evfriendly.us3.list-manage.co... Visit: https://www.evfriendly.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a close look at the pre-owned electric vehicle market. Our guest, Julian Sale of Motorize Auto Sales, shares his insights on what to look for when buying a used EV, as well as the current state of the charging infrastructure. We also discuss the future of EV sales and what changes regarding car ownership we can expect in the coming decade. Don't miss this informative episode, which features tons of valuable information for both consumers and the industry.Free EVfriendly Checklist: Buying a used EV? Download our FREE pre-purchase inspection checklist: https://www.evfriendly.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/EVfriendly-Inspection-Checklist.pdf  Check out our EVfriendly blog: https://www.evfriendly.ca/evfriendly-news/ Subscribe to EVfriendly e-newsletter: https://evfriendly.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=86f52daec99c91e76baa0294a&id=449c0caa15 Visit: https://www.evfriendly.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shifting towards electric mobility does not have to involve getting rid of traditional gas-powered cars and purchasing new electric vehicles. A solution can be found in converting existing vehicles to electric. Consumers who prefer their current gas-powered cars can opt for retrofitting, where the car is converted into electric. Dean Kneider's RiiSE EV company specializes in converting muscle and sports cars into electric vehicles.Together with host Ken Hendricks, Kneider discussed the environmental impact of car conversions, along with the benefits of keeping older vehicles on the road longer through conversion, as well as challenges such as government regulations, consumer skepticism, and more.Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@_EVfriendlyCheck out our EVfriendly blog: https://www.evfriendly.ca/evfriendly-... Subscribe to EVfriendly e-newsletter: https://evfriendly.us3.list-manage.co... Visit: https://www.evfriendly.ca/About RiiSE EV: https://riiseev.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we are busting the myths and misconceptions about electric vehicles: "EVs do not have the battery range to travel as far as people need. The electrical grid cannot handle the demand required to charge an electric car. Batteries cannot be recycled and will all end up in landfills. There are not enough charge points to meet demand. It takes too long to charge an EV..."You may notice this episode is unconventional as your podcast host Ken switches his role for a guest speaker this time to set the record straight on a number of EV misconceptions and common myths. You can watch our podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doz8mtZ90WI&t=627s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The increasing number of electric vehicles on British Columbia's roads poses new challenges for the automotive service industry, specifically tow truck operators. Are tow and recovery professionals qualified to safely handle these vehicles? How is the towing, recovering, and storage of electric cars different from gas-powered vehicles?Our guest in the fifth episode of EVfriendly podcast was Mitchell Martin, owner/operator of Mitchell's Towing in North Vancouver, B.C., WreckMaster level 8/9. SUBSCRIBE to EVfriendly YouTube channel not to miss any future episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCkrIByoiKQ93f6Mt3sZ7w Check out EVfriendly training for tow truck operators: https://www.evfriendly.ca/industry/towing-keeping-your-operators-safe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the fourth episode of EVfriendly podcast series, host Ken Hendricks talks with Eddie Chiang, CEO and co-founder of Moment Energy, a second-life battery manufacturing company in Port Coquitlam, B.C. Moment Energy offers clean, affordable, and reliable energy storage by repurposing retired electric vehicle batteries.https://www.momentenergy.com/Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=719jWHmGu4s&t=115s Check out EVfriendly website: https://www.EVfriendly.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.