Andy Palmer, former Aston Martin CEO and Nissan COO, shares his extensive insights on electric vehicles and the future of automotive technology in this comprehensive discussion.

With over 40 years of automotive industry experience, Palmer currently serves as Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of SWITCH Mobility Ltd., while holding several other prestigious positions including Founder & CEO of Palmer Automotive Ltd. and Vice Chair of Inobat j.s.a.

Key Discussion Points:

• The development and creation of the Nissan LEAF
• Critical analysis of plug-in hybrid vehicles
• Alternative fuel solutions for heavy goods vehicles (HGV)
• Hot hydrogen technology and its potential applications
• The impact of dieselgate on EV adoption
• Performance comparison between EVs and ICE supercars
• The future certainty of electric vehicles in the automotive industry

Palmer's stance on electrification emphasizes that while EVs are crucial for personal transportation, other zero-emission technologies may be more suitable for different transport modes. He maintains his decade-old assertion that "EVs are as certain as death and taxes," while offering fresh perspectives on emerging technologies.

The discussion provides valuable insights into the automotive industry's transition to sustainable transportation, drawing from Palmer's unique experience in both traditional automotive manufacturing and electric vehicle development.

Previous Electric Insights episodes have featured industry leaders from National Grid, OLEV, Met Office, Volkswagen Financial Services, DPD, and Robert Llewellyn, creating a comprehensive series of expert perspectives on electric mobility.

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