In 2024, the EV SUMMIT's master narrative was Driving EV Sales - Charging in to the Early Mainstream, with the agenda taking a deepdive into unpacking the most pertinent barriers for further EV adoption.
To see the full details of the Speakers, Keynote Speeches and Panels who were involved in the EV SUMMIT 2024 click here.
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A reflection on electric adoption in the first half of this decade, assessing key factors such as choice, affordability, charging infrastructure and consumer sentiment so far.
The second half of the session will anticipate the issues we will be dealing with by 2030 – from consumer sentiment to the inbuilt inequality of charging costs – to uncover how we can all collaborate to ensure a smooth road to 2030.
This panel will explore the latest Vauxhall Electric Streets registration data and what it reveals about the UKs electrification journey. Industry leaders will discuss how government, manufacturers, and key bodies can accelerate uptake and support diverse communities in making the switch to electric. The conversation will also address the practicality of EVs in everyday life, including charging access, affordability, and the versatility of Vauxhall’s electric model range.
Gill Nowell - Director of Emobility | Green.TV (Moderator)
Steve Catlin - Managing Director | Vauxhall
Shamala Evans-Gadgil - EV Infrastructure Programme Manager | Coventry Council
Ginny Buckley - Founder & CEO | Electrifying.com
Electrifying fleets can be a complex process, but there is a real need to help UK business decarbonise. In her presentation, Naomi looks at some of these reasons and how electrifying their fleet helped SES Water on the road to net zero.
Naomi Nye – Head of Sales | Drax Electric Vehicles
Exploring essential collaborations between the automotive, energy, and charging sectors to accelerate the e-mobility transition. Discussion will focus on simplifying the EV experience—particularly around accessible, user-friendly charging solutions—and how cross-industry partnerships can drive widespread adoption and overcome key challenges.
Daveena Saranna - Campaigns Manager | Green.TV (Moderator)
Kate Jeffreys - Head of Partnerships - EV Distribution Channels (OVO)
Michael Goulden - Chief Executive Officer | Kerbo Charge
Francesca McGuinn - National Sales Manager / Volkswagen UK
The electric vehicle industry is undergoing transformational change, driven by record investment, cutting-edge technology, and ambitious government policy. This keynote will explore the current status of the EV landscape and the forces shaping its future—from infrastructure and innovation to affordability and global economics.Offering a strategic view of where the industry is headed, this session will highlight what’s needed next to accelerate adoption and deliver on the promise of a cleaner, smarter mobility future.
This panel will discuss various funding models and investment opportunities, whilst also identifying and addressing barriers such as cost, regulatory hurdles, and technological limitations.
Gill Nowell - Director of Emobility | Green.TV (Moderator)
Chris Pritchett - Partner (Energy and Infrastructure) | Shoosmiths
Lauren Pamma - Head of Energy & Infrastructure Financing | Aldermore Bank
Sara Sloman - Chief Strategy Officer | Paythru
Vicky Read - CEO | ChargeUK
As the UK accelerates toward a circular economy, the repairability and insurability of EVs are emerging as pivotal enablers. Join Esther as she explores the challenges and opportunities in creating sustainable solutions—particularly as the transition to electric mobility gathers pace.
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Can we keep the momentum of an accelerating EV transition within the constraints of our current grid capacity and market maturity? There is an expectation that utilisation will rise, but at the same time drivers are expecting greater charge point availability. A look at how CPOs can scale successfully without compromising on either and where opportunities might lie.
Ella Power - Sustainability Partnerships | Green.TV (Moderator)
Steven Gardener - CEO | Petalite
Ben Huggon - CCO | Petalite
Lewis Gardener - Ex-Director of Operations | Charge Point Operator
Rebecca Trebble - Chief Product Officer | GRIDSERVE
Jade Edwards - Head of Insights | Zapmap
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The keynote will provide deeper insight into the overall industrial strategy and manufacturing plan, explaining why they are crucial to delivering the biggest set of announcements in the last decade.
Gill Nowell - Director of Emobility | Green.TV (Moderator)
Sam Sockwell - Senior Marketing Manager | CBRE
Mark Kerstens - VP EV Charging Solutions | CBRE
Manfred Klumpenaar - CEO | 50five
Daniel Kunkel - Chief Executive Officer | GRIDSERVE
Emma Williams - Director of Commercial & Customer | Sainsbury's Smart Charge
Deepa Chandrasekaran - Managing Director | Source EV
Amy’s keynote speech will cover how Volvo’s electric trucks are transforming heavy transport today, overcoming barriers like charging access, range, and cost through close collaboration across the industry.
It will address future challenges, including accelerating charging infrastructure, upgrading the grid, and tackling weight and dimension constraints.
Finally, it will outline the practical steps needed to make cleaner, quieter, and more efficient road freight a mainstream reality.
With EV adoption gaining traction in the new car market, the used market is close behind. This panel will explore early signals that reveal both the challenges and opportunities as EVs transition into their second life. We’ll discuss how the industry can work together to tackle residual value volatility, such as through smart in-life servicing programmes and effective remarketing strategies.
Daveena Saranna - Campaigns Manager | Green.TV (Moderator)
Sam Panayides - Sales Director | Cox Automotive
Philip Nothard - Insight & Strategy Director | Cox Automotive
A summary of the main opportunities and barriers to buying and owning an EV that the drivers themselves see, and how the sector can meet their needs.
This keynote explores how targeted upskilling across the automotive sector is essential to building trust in electric vehicles (EVs) and achieving net-zero goals by 2030. It highlights the role of TechSafe accreditation in ensuring technicians are EV-competent, safe, and ready for a rapidly evolving transport landscape.
This panel reveals how early adopters of fleet charging overcame real-world challenges and how their insights are shaping the next wave of innovation. Explore how charging is evolving from basic infrastructure to intelligent, scalable ecosystems, sharing first-hand insights and future-ready strategies for fleets that see charging as a competitive advantage, not just a power source.
Ella Power - Sustainability Partnerships | Green.TV (Moderator)
Gustavo Prince - Director | Wenea UK
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Women hold 49% of UK driving licenses and majority purchasing power, yet lag behind in the EV transition. What can be done between OEMs, CPOs and sales experience and product design?
Daveena Saranna - Campaigns Manager | Green.TV (Moderator)
Mas Morton - Chief of Staff | The Charge Scheme
Michelle Breffitt - Co-founder | Women Drive Electric
How Nissan is promoting widespread adoption of EV technology through emotive products tailored for customer needs, integrating its electric cars into the fabric of society through V2X technology, and investing in the world's first sustainable UK EV manufacturing ecosystem
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