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About Electric Vehicles (EV): Making Sense of It
This show is for first-time EV shoppers and new owners (30–55) overwhelmed by charger types, incentive paperwork, winter range myths, and dealer misinformation. We own practical EV ownership math: home charging install, kWh cost, real-world range, total cost of ownership, and road-trip planning—in 8–12 minute decision trees, not fanboy reviews or stock picks. We never compete with on equities, with renewable-energy shows on whole-home solar ROI, or with therapy slugs on climate anxiety. Each episode answers one buyer question with numbers listeners can plug into a spreadsheet tonight. Topics include: Electric Vehicles (EV). Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).
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- Taylor
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- business · technology
- Language
- en
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- First episode
- 6 Jun 2026
- Latest episode
- 31 Aug 2026
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31 Aug 2026
EV Winter Range: Preconditioning and Trip Planning That Works
In this episode, are electric vehicles the eco-friendly revolution we've been waiting for, or just another expensive trend with hidden pitfalls? In this episode of "Electric Vehicles (EV): Making Sense of It," we cut through the hype to examine what really matters when considering an EV purchase. We dive into the true costs of ownership—from upfront pricing and incentives to long-term savings on fuel and maintenance—while unpacking the environmental realities of battery production and electricity sources. You'll also hear about practical challenges like charging infrastructure, range limitations, and how EVs compare to gas cars in everyday scenarios, plus emerging trends that could reshape the market. Ready to make an informed decision? Listen now to get the clear answers you need. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
24 Aug 2026
Navigate Used EVs: Battery Health Checks Before You Buy
In this episode, we cover used EV battery health check before purchase. The conversation opens with: Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Making Sense of It. I'm Taylor. Buying a used electric vehicle saves money on the sticker price, however the battery health often decides whether that deal stays good over time. A weak pack cuts real-world range and raises your total cost of ownership because you charge more often. Listen for the key context, practical takeaways, and the most important points to carry forward. Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Making Sense of It. I'm Taylor. Buying a used electric vehicle saves money on the sticker price, however the battery health often decides whether that deal stays good over time. A weak pack cuts real-world range and raises your total cost of ownership because you charge more often. The thing is, you can check the numbers yourself with a short decision tree before you sign anything. Start by confirming the original battery size in kilowatt hours from the window sticker or service records. Next, use a basic scan tool at a shop to read current capacity. Compare the two figures. If the pack holds less than eighty percent, factor in earlier replacement costs when you run your ownership math. Meanwhile test a level two home charger install price in your area, since that setup keeps daily costs low. Although public direct current fast chargers work in a pinch, Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
17 Aug 2026
Public Charging Networks: Reliability, Pricing, and App Fatigue
In this episode, we cover Networks. The conversation opens with: Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Making Sense of It. I'm Taylor. If you have started planning longer drives in your electric vehicle, public charging networks quickly become the main sticking point. Reliability problems at stations can leave you circling for an open spot or waiting in line during peak hours. Pricing structures differ sharply between providers, so your cost per kWh can swing by several cents depending on which network you pick. Listen for the key context, practical takeaways, and the most important points to carry forward. Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Making Sense of It. I'm Taylor. If you have started planning longer drives in your electric vehicle, public charging networks quickly become the main sticking point. Reliability problems at stations can leave you circling for an open spot or waiting in line during peak hours. Pricing structures differ sharply between providers, so your cost per kWh can swing by several cents depending on which network you pick. App fatigue sets in fast because each company pushes its own tool to start a charge. Meanwhile, real world range shrinks in cold climates, which makes finding a working charger even more important for your total cost of ownership. However, sorting level two options from direct current fast charging helps match the right speed to your trip length. In fact, checking connector types ahead of time avoids adapters and delays. The reality is that uptim Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
14 Jul 2026
Navigate EV: Insurance Rates: Why Premiums Differ and How to Shop
In this episode, Taylor explains why EV insurance premiums differ between models and how to shop quotes with a simple decision tree. Repair costs and parts delays matter as much as sticker price. What You'll Learn: • Why battery and high-voltage repair exposure can raise premiums versus similar gas cars • How location, claims history, and trim replacement cost shift quotes • A three-carrier comparison that separates liability-only from full coverage • When raising the deductible or using a mileage-based program can cut the annual bill • Which rental-car and parts-delay questions to ask before you lock a rate Worksheet: Gather three quotes for the exact model and trim. Record liability-only, full coverage, deductible options, usage-based discounts, roadside overlap you already have, and rental-car daily limits. Compare the annual premium against your total cost of ownership sheet from the EV-versus-gas episode. Recommended Resources: • NAIC consumer insurance tools: https://content.naic.org/consu... (https://content.naic.org/consumer) • IIHS vehicle ratings for safety and repair research: https://www.iihs.org/ (https://www.iihs.org/) • Your state insurance department consumer page 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
14 Jul 2026
Navigate EV vs Gas: Total-cost spreadsheet by zip code
In this episode, Taylor builds an EV-versus-gas total-cost spreadsheet using your zip-code inputs instead of national averages. The goal is a local ownership comparison you can finish in about twenty minutes. What You'll Learn: • Which annual-miles, kWh-rate, and gallons-per-mile fields drive the energy lines • How to adjust sticker kWh-per-mile by about fifteen percent for real-world conditions • Where Level 2 install, insurance quotes, maintenance, and depreciation belong on the sheet • Why purchase incentives should be subtracted only after eligibility is confirmed • How to re-run the sheet every six months when electricity or gas prices move Worksheet: Columns for annual miles, residential cents per kWh, gas price per gallon, real MPG, EV kWh per mile, out-the-door price, confirmed rebates, Level 2 install net cost, insurance quotes, annual maintenance, and three-year depreciation. Keep miles and local rates fixed when you swap models. Recommended Resources: • FuelEconomy.gov EV and fuel cost tools: https://www.fueleconomy.gov/ (https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) • DOE home charging basics: https://www.energy.gov/eere/el... (https://www.energy.gov/eere/electricvehicles/charging-home) • Your utility rate lookup by zip code on your provider site 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
30 Jun 2026
Navigate EV: Apartment Charging: Realistic Options When You Have No Garage
In this episode, welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor and today we focus on apartment EV charging when you rent and lack any garage space. Many listeners face this exact situation because shared parking lots rarely include outlets. The reality is you still need numbers on total cost of ownership before committing to an electric vehicle. Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor and today we focus on apartment EV charging when you rent and lack any garage space. Many listeners face this exact situation because shared parking lots rarely include outlets. The reality is you still need numbers on total cost of ownership before committing to an electric vehicle. Level one charging adds roughly two to five miles of range per hour while level two units reach fifteen to thirty miles instead. Public direct current fast chargers cost between thirty and sixty cents per kilowatt hour depending on the network. Meanwhile your winter range can drop twenty percent in cold climates so planning matters. Consider this simple decision tree tonight. First check your lease for any outlet rules. Next compare the price of a monthly parking spot near a level two charger against your current gasoline spend. Fin Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
29 Jun 2026
Navigate EV: DC Fast Charging Road Trips
In this episode, welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor. Road trips demand solid planning around DC fast chargers since home outlets cannot cover long distances. Many drivers expect full EPA range on the highway but real world figures fall by twenty percent or more once speeds climb and temperatures rise. A sixty kilowatt hour pack often delivers closer to two hundred miles instead of the rated two hundred fifty. Therefore Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor. Road trips demand solid planning around DC fast chargers since home outlets cannot cover long distances. Many drivers expect full EPA range on the highway but real world figures fall by twenty percent or more once speeds climb and temperatures rise. A sixty kilowatt hour pack often delivers closer to two hundred miles instead of the rated two hundred fifty. Therefore map every stop using actual miles per kilowatt hour rather than brochure numbers. The thing is most route apps assume perfect conditions while your total cost of ownership hinges on locating working level three units with the correct connector. Here is a basic decision tree worth running tonight. First confirm your vehicle's peak DC fast charge speed in kilowatts. Next divide your trip length by eighty percent of usable range to count required stop Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
29 Jun 2026
Navigate EV: Used Inspection: Battery Health Reports in Plain Language
In this episode, tired of the glossy EV commercials and endless Twitter arguments about whether electric cars are actually saving the planet or just creating a new set of headaches? In this episode of "Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t," we cut through the marketing noise to break down what really matters—range reality, charging infrastructure nightmares, total cost of ownership, and whether the environmental claims hold up under scrutiny. You'll get straight talk on battery degradation, the grid's ability to handle mass adoption, hidden mineral mining costs, and which incentives are actually worth your time versus pure greenwashing. We also unpack practical considerations like cold-weather performance, insurance implications, and how soon (or if) EVs will make sense for different lifestyles and budgets. If you're thinking about buying, selling, or just tired of the confusion, hit play and arm yourself with the unfiltered facts before making your next move. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
6 Jun 2026
Understanding EV: Federal Tax Credit 2026
In this episode, welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor. Buying an electric vehicle brings up one question right away for most shoppers. Will the federal tax credit actually apply in twenty twenty six. The rules tightened again this year because of new battery requirements and assembly location tests. However many first time buyers still assume any electric model qualifies without checking the list. That assumption can cost Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor. Buying an electric vehicle brings up one question right away for most shoppers. Will the federal tax credit actually apply in twenty twenty six. The rules tightened again this year because of new battery requirements and assembly location tests. However many first time buyers still assume any electric model qualifies without checking the list. That assumption can cost you thousands at tax time. The credit hinges on battery capacity measured in kilowatt hours plus your adjusted gross income and the final assembly point. While some vehicles clear every hurdle others miss by just a few details on the vehicle identification number. Because of this a plain checklist makes the difference between getting the full amount and getting nothing. We break down each step with dollar ranges you can plug into your own numbers Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
6 Jun 2026
Understanding EV: Level 2 Charger Install
In this episode, welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t. If you drive an electric vehicle, home charging keeps your total cost of ownership low. However, adding a Level 2 charger at home often starts with permit questions and unexpected bills. The thing is, costs shift based on your current electrical panel and local inspection rules. Meanwhile, many first-time owners wonder which details matter most before they call for quotes. In fact Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t. If you drive an electric vehicle, home charging keeps your total cost of ownership low. However, adding a Level 2 charger at home often starts with permit questions and unexpected bills. The thing is, costs shift based on your current electrical panel and local inspection rules. Meanwhile, many first-time owners wonder which details matter most before they call for quotes. In fact, skipping permits can create issues with insurance or resale later. Although every property varies, the Department of Energy guidance shows typical project ranges that listeners can compare against bids. Therefore, knowing the right questions helps avoid overpaying for work that may not be needed. On top of that, utility rebates exist in some areas yet they change by provider and state. Ultimately, this episode builds a simple decision tree aroun Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
6 Jun 2026
Navigate EV: Home Charging, Range, and Total Cost
In this episode, welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor, and if you're shopping for your first electric vehicle the home charging questions hit fast. Different charger levels, installation quotes, and kWh rates all compete for attention before you even compare range numbers on paper. Welcome to Electric Vehicles (EV): Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t. I'm Taylor, and if you're shopping for your first electric vehicle the home charging questions hit fast. Different charger levels, installation quotes, and kWh rates all compete for attention before you even compare range numbers on paper. The reality is most buyers start with sticker range but then face real drops once cold weather or highway miles enter this point. A level two charger at home often cuts daily costs compared with public options yet the upfront install price swings by several thousand dollars depending on your panel and wiring. Meanwhile total cost of ownership only makes sense once you plug your own electricity rate and driving mix into a basic worksheet. Here's the thing, official EPA figures assume ideal conditions so we separate those from owner reports that factor in winter range and mixed routes. You Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at electric@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electric-vehicles-ev-making-sense-of-it--7077069/support)
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