#8 - Carlo Zoccalli – From Arsenal Football Club to the Farnborough Air show talks exhibits and exhibitions

Episode notes

Creativity and passion come together to create great shows. Carlo Zoccalli personifies this perfectly as we explore the mission and purpose of events and exhibitions.

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#150 - Matt Cleevely | Cleevely Electric Vehicles

Published 21 Jan 2026

Matt Cleevely, the driving force behind Cleevely Motors and Cleevely Electric Vehicles—and an industry personality—joins JC & Paul this week. Matt shares how a family business founded in 1962 has transformed into a hub for EV repair, sales, and advocacy, all while staying rooted in the values passed down from his grandfather. He talks openly about: * Building a multi-generational, family-led business in the age of electrification * Overcoming industry resistance and championing EV adoption * The challenges and rewards of running three intertwined businesses * His personal journey with mental health, and how hobbies like golf and strong family support helped him overcome depression * Why kindness, honesty, and community are at the heart of everything he does ## Matt Cleevely (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cleevely-aae-mimi-2792b367/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cleevely-aae-mimi-2792b367/) ## Cleevely Electric Vehicles [https://www.cleevelyev.co.uk](https://www.cleevelyev.co.uk) ## HEVRA (Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Alliance) [https://hevra.org.uk](https://hevra.org.uk/)

#149 - Caroline Watson | C40 Cities

Published 14 Jan 2026

Paul and JC sit down with Caroline Watson, Director of Transport at C40 Cities—a global network of mayors leading the charge toward a zero-emission future. Caroline shares her incredible journey in the world of transport decarbonisation, from her early days at the Energy Saving Trust to spearheading international initiatives that are transforming city mobility. She reveals how C40 supports nearly 100 cities worldwide in tackling climate change, rolling out zero-emission buses and freight corridors, and creating healthier, more liveable urban spaces. ## Highlights include: * The story behind C40 Cities and its evolution from London’s climate initiative to a global force. * How cities like Shenzhen, Oslo, and Amsterdam are setting the standard for electrification and clean transport. * Groundbreaking projects like the ZEBRA initiative in Latin America and electric freight corridors in India. * The power of city policies, heat-mapping for EV infrastructure, and the vital role of public transport in reducing congestion and emissions. * Caroline’s personal passion for climate action, her vision for reaching the 1.5°C target, and why tangible solutions like electric vehicles keep her motivated. ## Caroline Watson (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-watson-53609125](https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-watson-53609125) ## C40 Cities [https://www.c40.org](https://www.c40.org/)

#148 - Tim Bailey | Northgate

Published 07 Jan 2026

Kicking off 2026, Paul and John are joined by one of the true legends of the UK fleet and rental industry – Tim Bailey. Fresh into retirement after a 37-year career spanning Alamo, National Car & Rental, Europcar, Redde, and Northgate. Tim shares his fascinating journey from petrol pump attendant in Dublin to leading fleets, shaping policy, and guiding the UK’s transition to electric vehicles—particularly vans. ## We cover: * Falling into fleet: how Tim accidentally discovered his lifelong career. * The EV van challenge: why decarbonising the commercial vehicle sector is so critical, and what must change. * Hall of Fame moments: how it felt to be recognised by Fleet News and the BVRLA for outstanding contribution. * Leadership lessons & life perspective: from navigating 9/11 and business administration in Europe to balancing family and career. * A wish for the industry: Tim’s EV Café Magic Wand moment for the future of zero-emission transport. ## Tim Bailey (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-bailey-9454502/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-bailey-9454502/)

#147 - Every Magic Wand Wish of 2025

Published 31 Dec 2025

In this special episode, we take a look back at all the EV Café Takeaway guests of 2025. We hand the wand (or seashell, block of wood, or lightning bolt…) to pioneers, collaborators, and innovators across the electric vehicle and sustainability world, asking them what their one wish would be… decarbonisation * 💰 **Professor Richard Allan** (University of Reading) 🪄 Make the full value of things we buy apparent * 🚗 **Melanie Shufflebotham** (ZapMap) 🪄 For there to be 10 available models of electric cars with at least 250 mile range for under £15,000 * 🌳 **Carla Detrieux** (Volta Trucks - now MAN) 🪄 Sustainability and for people to make the right choices * 😇 **Glenn Saint** (Prospedia Media) 🪄 For people to focus on the requirement when solving a problem * 🌡️ **Jonny Berry** (Novuna Vehicle Solutions) 🪄 Stop climate change * 📺 **Gary Comerford** (EV Musings) 🪄 High visibility public service announcements that dispel myths about EVs * 👶 **Mike Costain** (Nineteen Group) 🪄 Wants his kids to be happy * 💥 **Abby Chicken** (Openreach) 🪄 Wants to explode certain people * 🗣️ **Josh Spencer** (Ford & Slater) 🪄 Compel people better into EV adoption * 🔌 **Jonas Andersen** (Spirii) 🪄 More grid connections * 🚛 **Matt Eisenegger** (CV Driver) 🪄 Recognition for commercial vehicle drivers * 📈 **Ian Mills** (Spirit EV) 🪄 Wants his business to grow * 🧠 **Stephen Hards** (RHA) 🪄 Mental Health awareness * 🙂 **Rick Boullemier** (Generate Media) 🪄 Don’t be a prat * 🔋 **Will Reeves** (SMMT) 🪄 Charging infrastructure proliferation * 🧑‍⚖️ **Fraser Crichton** (Dundee City Council) 🪄 An holistic approach to renewable energy in government * 🚛 **Chris Welch** (Welch Group) 🪄 More logistics operators to embrace renewables * 📣 **John Fairlie** (AW Group) 🪄 Champion positive change * 🖖 **Chris Hazell** (Felten) 🪄 Wants to bring about a global government * 🛞 **Gunnlaugur Erlendsson** (Enso Tyres) 🪄 For more tyre companies to embrace sustainability * 🧑‍🍳 **Adam Bishop** (Strong Man / IVECO) 🪄 Personal chef * 🤝 **Ian Plumber** (Auto Trader) 🪄 Better inclusivity and representation in the industry * 🔋 **Rosario Surace** (Drax) 🪄 Getting power locally - not nationally * 👨‍⚖️ **Niall Riddell** (Paua) 🪄 Charging regulation should only be passed by those who will use it * 🚗 **James Rooney** (Network Rail) 🪄 Flying cars * ⭐️ **Brett Howton** (IVECO) 🪄 Wants to give people confidence * 🧱 **Trevor Palmer** (EV Blocks) 🪄 More of the same * 🧑‍⚖️ **Sarah Papamichalis** (Milence) 🪄 User-centric legislation * 🚑 **Jack Cousens** (The AA) 🪄 A greater focus on road safety * 🧠 **Tom Pearson** (CPD Bodies) 🪄 For people to be able to talk openly about mental health * 🔓 **Tim Campbell** (Campbell's Consultancy) 🪄 Unlock electrification and renewables in the truck industry * 💡 **Vicky Edmonds** (EVA England) 🪄 For electrification to be done already * 📍 **Faisan Ahmed** (First Bus) 🪄 A global platform for charging * 📉 **Tim Morris** (Europcar) 🪄 Fix the economy * 🤔 **Andrees Blin** (ChargePoint) 🪄 For car buyers to have an open mind * 📈 **Chris Bunce** (IVECO) 🪄 Stability in the market * 🚐 **Stephen Briers** (Bauer Media Group) 🪄 Van electrification * 🍷 **Evelyn Tourish** (Europcar) 🪄 Personal sommelier * 🙋‍♀️ **Michelle Breffitt** (Women Drive Electric) 🪄 Better vehicle experiences for women * 🎓 **Paul Hollic** (AFP) 🪄 AFP apprenticeship program * ❗️ **Philip Morris** (IVECO) 🪄 Willingness for change in the industry * 🇬🇧 **Chris Demitriou** (Islington Council) 🪄 For more London authorities to embrace decarbonisation * 🚗 **Stuart Murphy** (Royal Mail) 🪄 A family car with 400 mile range * 💬 **Lisa Thomas** (Motability Operations) 🪄 Awareness of Motability Operations' positive impact * 🤗 **Nigel Allsop** (BT) 🪄 For everyone to be healthy, prosperous, and to look out for each other * 🤝 **Michael Braybrook** (Zaptec) 🪄 More synergy between OEMs and utility companies * 🧒 **Srah Gray** (Dawnsongroup Vans) 🪄 Wants her daughter to be happy * 😖 **Rebecca Denyer** (Seabring Works) 🪄 Alleviation of frustration for things outside her control * 🏆 **Dale Eynon** (Fleet Consultant) 🪄 Better recognition for the industry * 🙌 **Lyndsey Hetherington** (Drax Electric Vehicles) 🪄 Let people be themselves * ⚡️ **Paul Kirby** 🪄 Certainty from Government * ⚡️**Sam Clarke** 🪄 More EV registrations, proliferation of EHGVs, for government to listen to the science * ⚡️ **Sara Sloman** 🪄 Let's help each other to succeed * ⚡️ **John Curtis** 🪄 Price parity between EVs / ICE vehicles