The EV Charging Podcast

• #13 Rohan Smith | Chargefox: The Software Powering Australia’s Public EV Charging

  Chargefox Head of Partner Success Rohan Smith joins us to unpack how Australia’s largest EV charging app turns a fragmented hardware landscape into a simple, reliable driver experience.We trace Rohan’s journey (AGL → DNSP trials → RACV → Chargefox) and dig into the platform choices behind public charging that just works: OCPP-based interoperability, first-attempt start success, clear pricing (kWh, time-based and idle fees), payments, and the data that guides new site builds. Rohan shares usage trends—300k+ app users, ~5,000 plugs across public and private networks, sessions doubling YoY—and why “driver-first” means better maps, accessibility, and integrations (e.g., in-car systems and retail partners).We also explore:Roaming to reduce “app fatigue” and lift utilisationWhy charge to ~80% on DC keeps trips movingStrata & fleets: RFID, workplace billing and load limitsV2G/V2L: dynamic pricing, grid support events, and resilience during outagesWhether you’re planning a road trip, operating a site, or mapping the future of the grid, this episode translates EV charging buzzwords into practical decisions drivers actually feel—uptime, speed to charge, and confidence to go electric.

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• #12 Scott Carden: Inside The NRMA EV Charging Network: Shaping Australia’s EV future

  What does it take to build a reliable EV charging network across one of the largest and sparsest countries on earth? In this episode, we sit down with Scott Carden, Head of Engineering at the NRMA, to explore the hidden lessons behind Australia’s EV charging rollout.Scott shares the realities of delivering fast EV chargers in remote and off-grid locations, where extreme conditions, limited usage and technical hurdles make the challenge unlike anywhere else in the world. From the Eldunda off-grid charging experiment in the Northern Territory to the NRMA’s goal of installing a charger every ~150 km on highways, we uncover what it takes to create the backbone of a truly national EV network.Topics covered include:The engineering challenge of EV chargers spiking from 0–100% load in 0.1 seconds.Why cooling batteries in the outback can sometimes use more energy than the cars themselves.How the NRMA’s mutual model allows investment in less-commercial, ultra-remote charging sites.Lessons from “alpha,” “beta” and “release candidate” charging stations tested in the field.Balancing metro hubs and regional coverage to build a sustainable EV charging future.Whether you’re an EV driver, policymaker or part of the charging industry, this episode provides an inside look at what it actually takes to make EV charging work across Australia.

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• #11 Ludicrous Feed (Tom Gan): EVs, V2G and the Future of Home Electrification

  We sit down with Tom Gan — doctor by day, creator of Ludicrous Feed by night — one of Australia’s most trusted voices on electric vehicles and home energy.Tom shares:What he saw inside China’s mind-blowing EV factories — and what it means for Australian driversHow his Tesla Model S still runs at 93% battery health after a decadeWhy most EVs in Australia are already vehicle-to-grid (V2G) compatibleHow his household earned $60 in one night with Amber EnergyWhy Tesla is facing serious competition from BYD, Zeekr, XPeng & MGIf you’re curious about EV charging, solar batteries, or how to future-proof your home energy, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

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• #10 Andrew Forster: Why EVs Will Charge from Power Poles, Not Petrol Stations

  In this episode of the EV Charging Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Forster, CEO of EVX Australia, to explore how curbside charging is reshaping Australia’s EV future.EVX is solving one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption—charging access for people without off-street parking. Their solution? Smart, pole-mounted EV chargers that use existing street infrastructure to deliver reliable, scalable public charging.Andrew shares the story behind EVX’s growth, how data drives deployment, what policy changes are needed to unlock price parity with home charging, and why utilities entering the market could threaten innovation.What we cover in this episode:– EVX’s curbside charging rollout and national expansion– How pole-mounted chargers work and why they’re cost-effective– The ARENA-backed strategy for dynamic, managed charging– What local councils get wrong (and right) about public charging– Why electricity distributors shouldn’t own EV infrastructure– The future of bidirectional charging, V2G, and data-driven deploymentWhether you're an EV owner, policymaker, installer, or clean energy advocate, this episode is a must-listen.

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• #9: Stefan Grosjean: It's Too Late For Nuclear!

  In this episode of the EV Charging Podcast, we go way beyond the box. Join Daniel Carson and Jeff Sykes from Solar Choice as they sit down with visionary entrepreneur Stéphane Grosjean—founder and CEO of Smappee—for a thought-provoking journey into the past, present, and future of smart energy.From building remote meter readers in the '90s to developing cutting-edge home energy management systems and dreaming of ocean-based charging kites, Stéphane shares the story behind his 30+ year mission to revolutionise how we produce and consume electricity. Discover how Smappee is using EV chargers as a Trojan horse for a smarter, more responsive energy grid—and why the sun might just be humanity's ultimate nuclear solution.This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about renewables, decentralised energy, and where the EV and smart home ecosystem is headed next.

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