<p>244 In this weekend unfiltered chat, Bobby and Jon do exactly what listeners have come to enjoy most from these candid catch-ups: hit record and let the conversation go where it wants.</p><br><p>This time, Bobby is speaking from inside his brand new MINI Cooper Electric and, despite previously saying he’d never own an EV, he’s already completely won over. From the remote parking features and Apple-like build quality to the OLED display, voice controls and overall personality of the car, he shares why this MINI feels special almost immediately.</p><br><p>Jon then talks through his recent Ford Explorer EV test drive, including the biggest surprise of all: just how much better it felt to be back in an electric car. The pair get into real-world range, battery pre-warming, charging practicality, interior design, trim choices, safety systems and how different buyers prioritise different things depending on where and how they drive.</p><br><p>It’s a relaxed but genuinely useful conversation about what makes a modern EV appealing, what still causes hesitation and why range, tech and ease of use matter so much in the real world.&nbsp;</p><br><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 - Another weekend unfiltered chat begins</p><p>00:33 - Bobby records from his new MINI Cooper Electric</p><p>01:00 - The surprise remote control parking feature</p><p>02:09 - MINI app tech and daily manoeuvre memory</p><p>03:19 - Why these features don’t always come across on a test drive</p><p>04:24 - Jon’s early thoughts on the Countryman EV and range worries</p><p>04:45 - Bobby on the MINI’s OLED screen and infotainment</p><p>06:20 - Voice controls, assistants and living without physical buttons</p><p>07:44 - Apple Watch access, personality and why the MINI feels special</p><p>09:24 - Build quality, trim level and how premium the car feels</p><p>10:43 - Sound system, user profiles and day-to-day usability</p><p>12:00 - Cars and phones are converging</p><p>12:56 - Security, remote control and keyless access</p><p>14:13 - Jon’s Ford Explorer EV test drive begins</p><p>15:00 - Why going back to an EV immediately felt better</p><p>15:20 - Range, charge limits and battery pre-warming</p><p>16:21 - Explorer interior, practicality and driving impressions</p><p>17:47 - Roof bars, tyre costs and EV ownership considerations</p><p>18:58 - Weight, stability and the square steering wheel</p><p>19:46 - Ford trim flexibility vs MINI pack structure</p><p>21:28 - Why Jon is prioritising range above all else</p><p>22:45 - Real-world MINI range vs Explorer range</p><p>24:22 - Home charging and the reality of EV ownership</p><p>25:48 - Bentley test track day and a possible MINI road trip to Cheshire</p><p>26:45 - Wrap up and subscribe reminder&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p><strong>Tags</strong></p><p>MINI Cooper Electric, MINI Cooper SE, Ford Explorer EV, electric cars podcast, EV range, EV charging, car tech podcast, MINI review, Ford Explorer review, electric vehicle buying advice, OLED car screen, EV test drive, Bentley Continental GTS, weekend unfiltered chat</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>