We love hearing from you! After listening to an episode, if you’d like to share a comment or ask a question, just click here to send us your message.Episode 181: Liz Allan and Jonathan Porterfield - Used EV Bargains, Battery Longevity and the Auction Advantage.Liz Allan speaks to Jonathan Porterfield, former owner of Eco Cars in Orkney and a long-time EV early adopter, now sharing weekly insights from Shoreham Vehicle Auctions on YouTube. From driving electric across Europe to tracking what used EVs actually sell for at auction, Jonathan breaks down the realities behind range anxiety, charging confidence, and the biggest myth of all: battery longevity.Liz and Jonathan discuss how he built Eco Cars from a buy-to-order model, why word of mouth and transparency mattered more than flashy listings, and what auctions can teach everyday drivers about genuine EV value. Jonathan also shares why legacy dealerships have struggled to adapt, the shift in profit models as servicing changes, and why high-mileage EV stories are one of the most powerful ways to build public confidence.Jonathan Porterfield Bio:Jonathan Porterfield is the former founder of Eco Cars, a specialist used EV sales business that operated from Orkney and served customers across the UK.  He is now retired, but remains deeply active in the EV space through his YouTube channel, where he shares weekly auction-focused videos highlighting used EV prices and what to look for when buying.  Jonathan is known for making EV ownership feel practical and achievable, especially for drivers considering the second-hand market. Quote of the Episode:“People read one story about degradation on a Nissan Leaf and think it applies to everything.” Jonathan Porterfield. Jonathan Porterfield Links;YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbTH9H1oI3IUSTMoGJDk5TQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-porterfield-00b7ba11Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode of Electric Evolution, please take a moment to leave us a review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us improve and enables more people to discover valuable insights from our amazing guests.Click the link below to find out how to add a review on Apple or Spotify https://bit.ly/4dtiMJKThe Electric Evolution Podcast is proudly produced by Podforge, helping purpose-driven voices be heard. Links for Full Circle CI:Visit our website: https://fullcircleci.co.uk/podcastsElectric Evolution LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/electric-evolution-podcast