# Ep 104: Are Car Icons Making a Comeback — or Is China Rewriting the Rules?

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Podcast: [The Kilowatt Half Hour](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-kilowatt-half-hour-6578555)
Published: 2026-05-05T09:37:59+00:00
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Ginny and Steve are back from China with a proper debrief after the Beijing Auto Show – less jet lag, more perspective. They chat about the sheer scale of the show, the standout cars, and what it’s really like on a first visit. There’s plenty of EV news to get into, including the VW ID. Polo reveal, Renault 5 updates (and even a Lego version), plus a Freelander comeback. Barnard’s Bargain returns, and the team tackles your questions—from the best family EVs to buy, to road-tripping across Europe, financing options, and whether to go used or take a punt on new Chinese brands. As always, there are your comments, some strong opinions on self-driving tech, and a warm welcome to this week’s “electric virgins” making the switch. Message us at podcast@electrifying.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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