In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Christian Marston, founder of Altilium, the UK clean technology company pioneering a circular economy for electric vehicle batteries. We explore how Altilium is transforming end-of-life EV batteries into a domestic source of critical minerals, helping to decarbonise automotive supply chains and strengthen the UK’s energy security.

Christian shares his journey into battery innovation, explains why cathode active materials (CAM) are a critical missing link in the UK and European EV supply chain, and discusses Altilium’s landmark achievement as the only UK producer of CAM. We also dive into the company’s recent breakthroughs, including the production of the UK’s first EV battery cells made from recycled materials at UKBIC.

The conversation covers major government support and global investment, partnerships with OEMs such as JLR and Nissan, and Altilium’s strategic locations in the South West and Teesside. We unpack the realities of EV battery recycling, challenge common myths, examine the UK’s Critical Minerals Strategy, and discuss what’s still needed to scale a truly circular battery economy.

Finally, Christian looks ahead to what success could mean over the next five years – for Altilium, for clean transport, and for building a resilient, low-carbon battery supply chain in the UK and Europe.

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Munro Vehicles is positioning itself as the true successor to the classic Land Rover Defender - built from the ground up as a rugged, no-nonsense commercial workhorse rather than a lifestyle vehicle.

Designed for sectors like agriculture, forestry, utilities and remote infrastructure, it focuses on durability, simplicity and repairability, all wrapped in a modern, electric package.

Could Munro become the default 21st century work truck? We talk to co-founder and CEO Russ Peterson to find out more about their ground-breaking 4x4 EV.

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In this episode we sit down with Jeremy Wrathall, Executive Chairman and Founder of Cornish Lithium, to explore the future of Britain's critical mineral independence. As the UK accelerates its transition to electric vehicles, the need to source domestic lithium supply has never been more urgent.

In this highly insightful podcast Jeremy explains why local sourcing matters - not just for the automotive sector, but for national resilience and clean energy goals.

We dive into the groundbreaking Trelavour Hard Rock Project, the commissioning of their Demonstration Plant and how securing intellectual property has giving Cornish Lithium a competitive edge.

There's even mention of Trump, China and JLR!

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I explore Changan's strategic entry into the British EV market with Nic Thomas, UK MD at Changan Europe, probing him about timing, market perception and challenges of brand perceptions.

Nic reveals how the company plans to build trust among UK consumers, differentiate itself from established players and tailor its services to local expectations.

The conversation also sheds light on Changan's broader European expansion plans, and what success looks like for the brand in a competitive landscape.

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The first episode kicks off with Kevin Booker - an EV consultant who has set no fewer than six Guinness World Records in EV efficiency!

The freelance consultant specialises in education about electric cars and charging infrastructure, and also carries out prototype vehicle testing.

We explore EV myths and efficiency - I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed doing it!

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