Critical Mass 4: The Politics - Molden & Schmidt Episode 15

We've heard about the big idea - taxing cars by weight and mileage, not engine type. We've looked at the science, the money, and the practicalities? But what about the politics? What could persuade governments to revolutionise the vehicle taxation system? How could this concept overcome the scepticism of the press, public, and politicians who don't like meddling in the costs of driving? Those are the big questions we explore in this final episode of series 2.

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Critical Mass 3: The Money - Molden & Schmidt Episode 14

So how would this radical new system work in practice?

How much would motorists actually pay?

Would petrol still be taxed, too? And could you cheat your way around it?

Those are the questions Nick and Felix set out to answer in episode three of our second series. Their new book - Critical Mass - explores the concept of taxing cars by weight and miles driven, not by type of engine. Oliver's here to 'stress test' their proposition, and see if their answers really stack up.

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Critical Mass 2: The Science Molden & Schmidt Episode 13

In the last episode, Nick and Felix pitched their big idea - to tax cars by weight, not type of engine. They say mass is the critical environmental factor, in an electrified world of motoring. But what's the science behind it? Do the sums and formulae add up? That's the subject of this second podcast of series two.

We're joined again by Felix Leach, Associate Professor of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford. He and Nick are the authors of a new book - Critical Mass: The One Thing You Need to Know About Green Cars.

And Oliver's on hand, too - to put Nick and Felix through their paces.

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Podcast Feature: Building Better with Brandon Bartneck

In the latest episode of Building Better with Brandon Bartneck, Nick Molden, CEO of Emissions Analytics, and Felix Leach, Associate Professor at the University of Oxford, explore the future of sustainable transportation.

The discussion highlights the pivotal role of two key factors—mass and distance—in determining the environmental impact of transportation. Nick and Felix emphasise the importance of these variables as cornerstones of sustainability.

They also advocate for a transformative reset of public policy and taxation systems, calling for simplified frameworks that align with environmental realities. Exploring the interconnected transportation ecosystem, the influence of consumer choices and actionable steps toward a greener future, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone passionate about sustainability.

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Podcast: Nick Molden joins Chris Caldwell, CEO of United Renewables on his podcast Conversations on Climate change

Why Electric Vehicles Are NOT The Future (Yet) Conversations on Climate

Nick Molden discusses with Chris Caldwell, CEO of United Renewables on his podcast Conversation on Climate.

Nick and Chris discuss why electric vehicles may not be the future, the challenges and opportunities around adoption of electric vehicles.

Molden and Schmidt: the sustainable motoring podcast

Busting the myths around sustainable motoring - that's the theme of an insightful new podcast from Emissions Analytics. Cutting through the polemics, such as the destructive pro- and anti-electric-vehicle debate, the podcast aims to get at the truth.

Its founder Nick Molden, and former Volkswagen executive Oliver Schmidt, have joined forces to confront the thorniest issues facing the industry.

Can Europe meet the 2035 deadline for banning ICEs? Should governments promote hybrids ahead of BEVs? And how on earth do we tackle the pollution caused by tyres?

From the dilemmas facing consumers, to the US-China EV tariff wars, Nick and Oliver pick their way through the disinformation to get to the bottom of the big questions for motoring's future.

The podcast brings together two of the sector's most experienced independent analysts - who used to be on opposite sides of the fence.

As chief executive of Emissions Analytics, which specialises in real-world vehicle testing, Nick runs large test programmes internationally. He was instrumental in exposing the misleading fuel-economy figures, and excessive pollutant emissions, which led to Dieselgate - and crossed swords with Oliver in his role at Volkswagen.

But now Nick and Oliver have found common cause - using their knowledge to help make sense of the often confusing and contentious world of sustainable motoring.

Their podcast - Molden and Schmidt - is available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and the Emissions Analytics website.

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Podcast: Emissions Analytics featured in CoMotion Postcast

Nick Molden , CEO and Founder had the privilege of being invited onto CoMotions podcast. On the podcast Nick discusses the question on everyone’s mind how can we quickly and cheaply decarbonize mobility?

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