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- Michael Braybrook, Managing Director at Zaptec, is our 16th guest on Positive Energy
- Zaptec is a Norwegian electric vehicle charging manufacturer that creates efficient and reliable charging solutions
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Watch episode 16 of Positive Energy – powered by The Eco Experts, with Michael Braybrook, Managing Director UK at Zaptec, in conversation with Sam Pamphlon
For episode 16 of The Positive Energy podcast, we’re proud to welcome Michael Braybrook, Managing Director UK at Zaptec, to speak about electric vehicles (EVs) and EV chargers in the UK.
Michael is responsible for running Zaptec in the UK. Right now he’s focused on the upcoming debut of the Zaptec Go 2, an AC charger equipped with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities. His big ambition is to revolutionise EV charging and help people understand how they work.
“If you do 15,000 miles a year and drive a nice vehicle, it’s probably going to cost you between £2,500 – £3,000 a year,” Michael told us. With a home EV charger, “that could go down to as little as £360 a year,” he said.
Zaptec, a Norwegian manufacturer, produces intelligent and accessible EV charging solutions for both residential and commercial applications. Although the firm initially focused on space technology, it has since shifted to EVs. Recently, Zaptec collaborated with British Gas to launch the first communal EV charging tariff in the UK.
In this episode, host Sam Pamphlon sits down with Michael to debunk common myths about EVs, especially about charging costs and energy usage. They delve into the experience of EV ownership without a home charging setup and outline what to expect during the installation of an EV charger.
Michael also spoke about the green tech in the UK, including government policy developments, road tax, and available grants or tariffs for those who already own an EV and a home charger.
This podcast explores a wide range of topics, from the convenience of never having to stop at a petrol station again, to future-proofing your household by connecting all of your low-carbon technology together.
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Watch previous episodes of Positive Energy
Episode 13 – Stuart Gadsden
Episode 14 – Mark Millar
Episode 15 – David Leighton
