Show notes
Dan is back in the studio this week and we’re joined by a special guest: Adam Stears (SOTA Electrical) — EV charger specialist, YouTuber, and all-round industry voice.
We dive into: ⚡ Adam’s 20+ year journey in the electrical industry 🔌 The rise of EV charging & what makes a good install 🔋 How to integrate EV chargers with solar & battery systems (without draining the home battery) ☀️ Payback times & the “is solar worth it?” question for different age groups 📱 How social media has transformed the way electricians win work and build trust with clients 🔧 Practical tips, pitfalls with DNOs, export limits, and charger brand talk (Zappi, Hypervolt, Tesla, SIG, GivEnergy, and more) 🚗 Future of EV charging — vehicle-to-grid, balcony solar, and where Adam sees things heading There’s plenty of laughs too — from giant Snap-on cutters to barista chat, holiday solar spotting, and the reality of
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Adam Stears
EV charging specialist & YouTuber · SOTA Electrical