Episode 51: Liz Allan and Phil Shadbolt - Innovate, Charge, Succeed, The Mission to Developing Reliable Charge Points
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Episode 51: Liz Allan and Phil Shadbolt - Innovate, Charge, Succeed, The Mission to Developing Reliable Charge Points
Liz Allan speaks to Phil Shadbolt, CEO of EZ Charge and Chairman of Zeta Group. Phil shares some eye-opening experiences about when he bought his first electric car and the reasons behind why he started EZ Charge. He speaks about the innovative pilot that EZ Charge was involved in with Oxfordshire Council and how they now provide charging hubs across Oxfordshire. He discusses his company's commitment to providing reliable and efficient charging solutions and explains their unique dashboard for local authorities, which allows them to manage multiple charge points and view utilisation data in real time. Finally, they discuss the importance of planning ahead and changing mindsets about EVs and their driving ranges. and the evolving trends in the electric car industry.
Phil Shadbolt Bio:
Phil Shadbolt is the founder of Zeta Group, a specialist lighting company that he established 35 years ago after completing his education at Oxford University. With a background in electronics and a passion for technology, Phil's interest in electric vehicles grew when he became an early adopter and purchased a Tesla. However, despite his expertise, he faced difficulties in charging his car in public car parks. This frustrating experience inspired him to create a solution to make electric vehicle charging easy and reliable for everyone. Phil launched EZ Charge to provide stress-free and dependable charging solutions, recognising many electric vehicle owners' challenges. With EZ Charge, Phil aims to remove the uncertainty of finding a functioning charging point, ensuring that users can effortlessly charge their vehicles and travel without anxiety.
Phil Shadbolt Links:
Website: https://ez-charge.co.uk
Twitter: https://x.com/ezchargeltd?s=11&t=efhAKsynzDusyTV6nFkzpA
Instagram: https://instagram.com/ezchargeltd?igshid=MWZjMTM2ODFkZg==
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