Car journalist, TV presenter, author, campaigns for cleaner transport. One of first press to drive GM’s EV1. Helped save £100b fuel tax. EV driver for 10 years
London / Warwickshire
Joined September 2010
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For those who followed his work or knew him personally, you’re welcome to join us to say goodbye. X
He was a passionate voice for motoring and consumer rights. Quentin dedicated his life to spreading the love for cars and helped the public understand them whether they were classic combustion or modern electric. His kindness, intelligence, sharp wit and loving soul will always be missed. Rest in Peace Q, we love you.
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2 IDENTICAL Tesla's! 225,000 miles VS 18,000 miles | road trip efficiency and battery use compared.
youtu.be/i0mJg6PgNPQ?feature… via @YouTube
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On today's and yesterday's @BBCr4today programme, it was erroneously suggested that car companies, like Tesla, receive Government subsidies via the ZEV Mandate
This is completely false
Not a penny of taxpayer money is given to car manufacturers via the Mandate
A short thread
Service station operators do need to raise their game. They have a captive audience mentality and have long ago fallen behind acceptable retail hospitality standards. They need to put the consumer first.
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Watch the full talk on YouTube — @g__j launches Power Pack Bundle with @HillF1 and @QuentinWillson 👉 youtu.be/3VBNtW7Z2IA
The car’s out of the bag 🤯
Live at the #EnergyTechSummit, @g__j launches Britain’s first EV vehicle-to-grid bundle with @BYDCompany.
Power Pack Bundle gives a car lease, two-way charger, and a smart tariff for £299/m with 100% FREE smart charging - saving £1,000/yr on fuel vs petrol.
Full vid + full details coming soon.
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Hello Damon Hill (@HillF1) and @QuentinWillson on stage with @g__j presenting the ....
you got it #BYD Dolphin V2G capable before the Europeans...
..£299/month..
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#alwaysbecharging
this does not surprise @TaylorOgan and @tphuang and @GlennLuk
Great insights into what went wrong at Tesla from @ObserverUK podcasts. Engaging reporting from @GilesWhittell and contributions from yours truly.
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
Interesting meeting with @matt_EVDC on how to improve the reliability and prices of the UK public charging network. @evdc_network
I’m at @Everth1ngElec show at ExCel in London join us tomorrow and Friday to hear from some of the world’s foremost EV and electric experts.
#EV #electriccars #UK
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Episode 2, Season 2 is out! I chatted with ex-Top Gear presenter Quentin Willson about all things cars. Quentin debunks the myths surrounding EVs, explains his move from petrolhead to EV advocate, chats battery technology, charging challenges, and more ⬇️fmrkts.com/41ZMpxQ
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Actually, under zonal pricing the whole country should see lower bills.
The major saving is in the “back end” of electricity - the many billions we pay to balance the system. These benefits swamp the regional variations in wholesale,
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So, the Government made some announcements today about the ZEV Mandate (EV sales targets that manufacturers have to hit)
In other words, they're weakening it - and the changes aren't necessarily that great for industry, economic growth, or drivers
A 🧵
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj3x…
All auto parts not made in the USA, irrespective of the age of model for which they’re intended, will currently be subject to a 25% tariff. This may change as the industry warns the White House how expensive parts for European and Japanese Classic will become for American owners. No intel yet on the import of used parts.
