<div> <p>This week we dive into the practical world of electric vehicle innovation with Ben Whittaker, Chief Technology Officer at Kerbo Charge. Ben explains how a simple pavement channel could solve one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption—charging for the majority of drivers without off-street parking—and why making technology “boring” is often the ultimate goal.</p><p>From his early days salvaging components from skips to powering up a self-built computer, Ben shares how curiosity and hands-on problem-solving shaped his career. He talks about:</p></div><ul> <li>How Kerbo Charge enables safe, cost-effective home EV charging without a driveway</li> <li>Navigating legislation and council approvals to make cross-pavement charging a reality</li> <li>The importance of timing, failure, and resilience in building successful startups</li> <li>Taking lessons from drama and storytelling to communicate complex ideas clearly</li> <li>Why the goal is to make game-changing technology feel effortless and everyday</li> </ul><div> <p>Along the way, Ben reflects on his first business failures, the lessons in persistence and humility, and how to create solutions that become invisible parts of daily life.</p><p><strong>Ben Whittaker (LinkedIn)</strong><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjdw/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjdw/<br></a><br><strong>Kerbo Charge</strong><br><a href="https://www.kerbocharge.com/">https://www.kerbocharge.com</a></p></div>