Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
He Told the Motor Trade It Was WRONG About EVs… Then Got Another Job!
#EVs #MotorTrade #ZEVMandate
What happens when the people making the loudest claims about EVs and the motor trade don’t actually have to carry the financial consequences if they get it wrong?
In this video, I look at Colin Walker’s move from Head of Transport at the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) to his new role as CEO of Friends of the Lake District — and ask a bigger question about accountability.
Because if a dealer gets EV demand wrong, they lose money.
If a leasing company gets residual values wrong, they lose money.
If manufacturers are forced to discount heavily to hit EV targets, they lose money.
But what happens to lobbyists, campaigners and policy commentators if their analysis is wrong?
This video is not about whether EVs are good or bad. It’s about who pays the price when the people influencing the debate don’t have any skin in the game.
I also compare the claims being made about EV demand with the reality facing the motor trade, including discounting, residual values, used EVs, and the pressure created by the ZEV mandate.
If you enjoy straight talking analysis on the UK motor trade, EVs, used car values and industry spin, make sure you subscribe.
Let me know in the comments:
Do campaigners and policy commentators get an easy ride compared with the businesses that actually have to sell the cars?
Hilo Just Got A HUGE Upgrade: Blood Pressure + Sleep + Steps (All-In-One)
#BloodPressure #Hilo #HealthTech
here is a link to my voucher which will entitle you to 20% Off the price of the Hilo Monitor and a free 12 Months Subscription to the App which is worth £79.99p
mention-me.com/me/referee/registerko/189147318/758476504/em/d7bf218e766a1709d0cd09f4ac796c37e5e052e6/ol/cw?epr=1
I’ve been using the Hilo blood pressure monitor for years — and it has genuinely helped me control and lower my blood pressure.
Now it’s had a major upgrade.
It doesn’t just monitor blood pressure 24/7…
It now tracks:
✔ Sleep
✔ Steps
✔ Activity
All inside the same bracelet.
For me, the biggest advantage has always been:
• Continuous blood pressure monitoring
• No “white coat syndrome” readings
• Real-world data instead of snapshot readings
And now having sleep and step tracking built into the same app just makes it even more useful.
If you’re interested, here’s my referral link (20% discount for you):
👉 mention-me.com/m/ol/ev6uq-barrie-crampton
I receive a £25 voucher for a successful referral.
There is a monthly subscription, so check the pricing before you commit.
As always — this isn’t medical advice. Just my honest experience.
He Told the Motor Trade It Was WRONG About EVs… Then Got Another Job!
#EVs #MotorTrade #ZEVMandate
What happens when the people making the loudest claims about EVs and the motor trade don’t actually have to carry the financial consequences if they get it wrong?
In this video, I look at Colin Walker’s move from Head of Transport at the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) to his new role as CEO of Friends of the Lake District — and ask a bigger question about accountability.
Because if a dealer gets EV demand wrong, they lose money.
If a leasing company gets residual values wrong, they lose money.
If manufacturers are forced to discount heavily to hit EV targets, they lose money.
But what happens to lobbyists, campaigners and policy commentators if their analysis is wrong?
This video is not about whether EVs are good or bad. It’s about who pays the price when the people influencing the debate don’t have any skin in the game.
I also compare the claims being made about EV demand with the reality facing the motor trade, including discounting, residual values, used EVs, and the pressure created by the ZEV mandate.
If you enjoy straight talking analysis on the UK motor trade, EVs, used car values and industry spin, make sure you subscribe.
Let me know in the comments:
Do campaigners and policy commentators get an easy ride compared with the businesses that actually have to sell the cars?
Hilo Just Got A HUGE Upgrade: Blood Pressure + Sleep + Steps (All-In-One)
#BloodPressure #Hilo #HealthTech
here is a link to my voucher which will entitle you to 20% Off the price of the Hilo Monitor and a free 12 Months Subscription to the App which is worth £79.99p
mention-me.com/me/referee/registerko/189147318/758476504/em/d7bf218e766a1709d0cd09f4ac796c37e5e052e6/ol/cw?epr=1
I’ve been using the Hilo blood pressure monitor for years — and it has genuinely helped me control and lower my blood pressure.
Now it’s had a major upgrade.
It doesn’t just monitor blood pressure 24/7…
It now tracks:
✔ Sleep
✔ Steps
✔ Activity
All inside the same bracelet.
For me, the biggest advantage has always been:
• Continuous blood pressure monitoring
• No “white coat syndrome” readings
• Real-world data instead of snapshot readings
And now having sleep and step tracking built into the same app just makes it even more useful.
If you’re interested, here’s my referral link (20% discount for you):
👉 mention-me.com/m/ol/ev6uq-barrie-crampton
I receive a £25 voucher for a successful referral.
There is a monthly subscription, so check the pricing before you commit.
As always — this isn’t medical advice. Just my honest experience.
