TEN 557 | KIA EV4 US LAUNCH DELAYED, RENAULT TWINGO-E DEBUTS, TOYOTA FACES RICO LAWSUIT

EV Channels Review

This episode of TEN delivers a mixed bag of EV news, with a significant blow to the US market as Kia officially delays the EV4 launch indefinitely, citing changing market conditions attributed to shifts in US federal tax credits. The report highlights the broader impact of these policies on both Kia and Hyundai. On a more positive note for European consumers, the Renault Twingo-E debuts as an affordable, no-nonsense EV option, priced under €20,000. The show also touches upon the financial health of EV manufacturers like Rivian and Lucid, with both reporting strong revenue growth but continued losses. Safety remains a key theme, with positive crash test results for the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 truck, reinforcing battery pack integrity. However, a concerning trend emerges as European truck makers lobby for weaker CO2 targets, potentially ceding ground to Chinese competitors. The episode concludes with a look at emerging technologies and a stark warning about automakers integrating advertising into vehicle navigation systems.