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Recurrent

EV Insider is the trusted intersection between owners and the car market. Leaders from across the industry join the podcast to share insights and help EV owners make smart decisions when buying and selling electric cars. 

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  • #114
    February 18 · 19 min

    The 300-mile EV Myth with Nathan Shaver

    First-time EV buyers say they need 300 miles of range. Experienced EV drivers say they could have gotten by with 250. So who's right—and what does that mean for how dealerships sell electric cars? In this episode of EV Insider, Recurrent CEO Scott Case sits down with Nathan Shaver, Managing Partner of Shaver Automotive Group, to unpack what's really driving EV sales in 2026. They cover: Why the 300-mile requirement is a first-timer's myth What's actually happening in California's EV market post-tax credit Why 300,000 off-lease EVs hitting the market in 2026 is a massive opportunity How EV service contracts are failing dealers and consumers What Nathan sees coming nationally that California is already living through Recurrent tracks battery health data on over 30,000 EVs. Find out how that data changes the used EV conversation for buyers, sellers, and dealers alike. 🔋 Learn more: recurrentauto.com 📩 Subscribe for new EV Insider episodes every week

  • #113
    February 10 · 13 min

    Why Hybrids Are Essential for EV Adoption with Tim Pohanka

    Tim Pohanka brings a perspective few in the auto industry can match. As Executive VP of Pohanka Automotive Group, one of America's oldest family-owned dealerships at 106 years, he watched his great-grandfather's horse stable become their first automotive shop. Now he's navigating another powertrain transition—and his take might surprise you. What We Cover: 🏛️ Multi-Generational Perspective – From horses to combustion engines to EVs: how this transition compares to past industry shifts 💰 The $400/Month Reality – Why affordability, not features, will determine 2026 success for EVs 📈 The Off-Lease Surge – What happens when massive lease returns hit the market in 2026 🍃 2026 Nissan Leaf Excitement – Why Tim believes the redesigned Leaf addresses previous limitations 😰 Range Anxiety Solutions – What manufacturers can do to alleviate persistent consumer fears Key Quote: "My car could drive itself, but if I can't afford to drive it, it doesn't matter. Families are targeting $400-$450/month payments. At $60,000, that's $800/month. The cars have got to become more affordable." Guest: Tim Pohanka, Executive Vice President, Pohanka Automotive Group Host: Scott Case, CEO at Recurrent About EV Insider: EV Insider is produced by Scott Case and the team at Recurrent, bringing you ground-level insights from automotive dealers, executives, and industry experts navigating the electric vehicle transition. Learn more about Recurrent: https://www.recurrentauto.com Subscribe for weekly conversations with the people who are actually living the EV transition every day.

  • #112
    February 3 · 21 min

    Subaru Finally Has Serious EV Contenders with Jeff Miller

    Jeff Miller is crushing it with Subaru's Solterra EV—and he's not shy about why his competitors aren't. As CEO of Mark Miller's Subaru in Salt Lake City, Jeff sold 124 Solterras while the other three Subaru stores in his market combined have sold just 35. The difference? Commitment. In this episode, Jeff shares how his dealership leaned into EVs when others wouldn't, why he believes range anxiety is "retailer-driven," and the creative financing strategies (like one-pay leases) that are helping customers navigate the post-rebate world. What We Cover: Why Subaru's EV strategy has been "very slow" and what's changing How Jeff's dealership sells 3.5x more Solterras than competitors combined The surprising Tesla sales split: down 60% in liberal Salt Lake, up in conservative suburbs Why having staff and owners drive EVs matters more than advertising Range anxiety, infrastructure gaps, and the real barriers to EV adoption in Utah One-pay lease strategy: pay $15K instead of $40K upfront and protect against depreciation What's coming: Subaru's new Trail Seeker EV About Jeff Miller: Fourth-generation auto retailer and CEO of Mark Miller's Subaru Midtown and South Town in Salt Lake City. Jeff has been driving a Solterra for three years and believes EVs are "the absolute perfect car" for most daily drivers. Links: 🔋 Learn more about EV Insider: https://www.recurrentauto.com/about/ev-insider 📊 Check your EV's battery health: https://www.recurrentauto.com

  • #111
    January 27 · 19 min

    Used EV Boom Is Coming with Danny Papakalos

    What if the future of EV adoption doesn’t start with new cars — but with used ones? In this EV Insider episode, Scott Case sits down with Danny Papakalos, Corporate Director of Pre-Owned Operations at #1 Cochran, the largest automotive retailer in Western Pennsylvania. Danny has a unique view: his job only lives in the pre-owned space, and he believes used EVs will be the single biggest growth opportunity in 2026 and beyond. Danny explains why EV loyalty is shockingly strong, how affordability is about to shift millions of shoppers toward used EVs, and why the industry urgently needs to rethink how it markets batteries, range, and long-term cost of ownership. In this episode: Why suburbs are becoming EV hotbeds in Pittsburgh. The “EV infectious disease effect”: how one EV in a neighborhood leads to six or seven. Why once buyers try EVs, they never go back — and what that means for future loyalty. How the used EV market mirrors the early success of Lexus Certified Pre-Owned — and why that analogy matters. The affordability crisis coming in 2026 — and why used EVs will solve it for millions of shoppers. How #1 Cochran evaluates used EVs, where they place them, and why the brand rooftop doesn’t matter. The battery perception problem, and how education — not incentives — is the key to mass adoption. Why 3–5 year-old EVs still have 90–95% battery health, and why dealers should be shouting this from the rooftops. Danny’s blueprint for the perfect EV ad: peace of mind, future cost, and clarity. Whether you’re a shopper, dealer, or industry analyst, this is one of the clearest, most compelling frameworks for understanding how used EVs will transform the market. 👉 Subscribe for more EV market insights every week. 👉 Learn more at recurrentauto.com

  • #110
    January 13 · 23 min

    $19 EV Leases and the Best Time to Buy an EV with Fred Emich

    Colorado has been one of the hottest EV markets in the country. At one point offering deals so aggressive that shoppers were leasing EVs for $19 a month. But now the incentives are gone, the “big beautiful bill” is behind us, and the entire region is entering a new chapter of EV adoption. In this episode of EV Insider, Scott Case sits down with Fred Emich, owner of four Colorado dealerships (Volkswagen, Kia, and Chevrolet) to unpack what really happened in Colorado’s EV surge — and what’s coming next for EV shoppers and the used EV market. In this episode: How Colorado’s combination of $7,500 federal + $5,000 state incentives created some of the most compelling EV deals in the U.S. — including $19/month ID.4 leases. Why Colorado’s EV boom “drained the swamp” in Q3, and what sales look like now that incentives have sunset. Why used EV sales at Emich Auto Group are up 50%+ year-over-year even after rebates disappeared. The unexpected winners in the used EV market — including ID.4s, Audi Q6, and even the occasional Cybertruck. Why so many two-year EV lessees are returning their cars only to buy… the exact same car again, but used. The real story behind the ID. Buzz hype vs. sales numbers — from stop-sale recalls to tariff impacts. What Fred believes EV shoppers must understand in a post-rebate world — and why “the party isn’t over; it’s just quieter.” If you want a no-BS, on-the-ground perspective from a dealer who’s been EV-first for years, this episode is a masterclass in how incentives, charging, customer behavior, and used EV economics really work. ► Subscribe for more EV market insights for shoppers, dealers, and analysts. ► Learn more about Recurrent: recurrentauto.com

  • #109
    January 7 · 25 min

    Solving EV Range Anxiety Isn't About Range with Parker Boice

    BMW is developing new EV models that could eliminate range anxiety once and for all. In this episode, Parker Boice, General Sales Manager at BMW and Mini of Utah, reveals details about the upcoming iX3—a vehicle delivering 400+ miles of range at $60,000, powered by BMW's sixth-generation battery technology. We explore how BMW's diversified approach—offering BEVs, plug-in hybrids, and gas vehicles—is serving customers in Utah's unique EV market. Parker shares fascinating insights about the legacy i3 (still popular despite 80-mile range), the current i4 and iX serving as primary vehicles, and how rapid innovation is transforming electric vehicle capabilities. Looking ahead to 2026, Parker predicts a massive wave of used EVs with the best technology ever hitting the market, creating exceptional buying opportunities. We also discuss the challenges and strategies for transitioning current EV lessees into their next vehicles. 🎙️ TOPICS COVERED: BMW iX3: 600-mile range, $60K price point, game-changing technology How the i3 remains relevant in today's used market Current EV adoption patterns in Utah 2026 predictions: The great used EV opportunity Managing EV lease returns and customer transitions Long-term outlook for EV adoption (2029-2030) The pace of battery innovation: 6 generations in a decade 📊 ABOUT EV INSIDER: EV Insider is produced by Scott Case and the team at Recurrent, bringing you authentic conversations with automotive dealers, executives, and industry insiders about the real challenges and opportunities of EV adoption. 🔗 LEARN MORE: Recurrent: https://www.recurrentauto.com EV Insider: https://www.recurrentauto.com/about/ev-insider

  • #108
    Dec 22, 2025 · 19 min

    Used EVs Are the Best Deal Right Now with Alex Perdikis

    The incentive rollercoaster created a challenge—but also an unprecedented opportunity for EV shoppers. Alex Perdikis, CEO of Koons Motors (Ford, Lincoln, Mazda) in the D.C. metro area, breaks down why 50–60% first-year depreciation on EVs is creating some of the best values in the automotive market—often outperforming ICE vehicles at the same price point. In this episode, Alex shares his dealer playbook for the current market: lease new EVs to hedge depreciation, buy used to capture incredible value, and consider PHEVs as powerful transition vehicles. Plus, what he learned seeing Chinese EVs in France that has him excited (and concerned) about the future of American manufacturing. About Alex Perdikis: Alex is the CEO and owner of Koons Motors, operating Ford, Lincoln, and Mazda franchises plus a large used-car operation in one of America's top EV markets: Washington, D.C. About EV Insider: EV Insider is produced by Scott Case and the team at Recurrent, the leading platform for used EV data and insights. Learn more at https://www.recurrentauto.com 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations with dealers, OEMs, and industry leaders navigating the EV transition.

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