INSIDEEVS PODCAST #198: RUSTING CYBERTRUCKS, HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 N REVIEW, PORSCHE EV VAN

EV Channels Review

The InsideEVs Podcast discusses several key EV topics, including the reported "rust spots" on Tesla Cybertrucks, which the hosts suggest might be surface-level contamination rather than true corrosion, emphasizing the need for specific cleaning methods for its stainless steel body. A significant portion is dedicated to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, with the reviewer, Jamie Kitman, ultimately embracing its "inauthentic" features like fake gear shifts and engine sounds, arguing that traditional cars also employ fakery and that the Ioniq 5 N's performance and fun factor outweigh these concerns. The podcast also touches on Porsche's potential EV minivan, the ongoing trend of off-road vehicles becoming more premium, and the surprising news that certain EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 are selling below MSRP due to slowing demand and dealer strategies, while others like the Mini Electric and Porsche Taycan are more expensive. The discussion highlights the complexities of the EV market, dealer networks, and consumer preferences.