TRANSPORT EVOLVED NEWS PANEL TALK SHOW 219: ALL ABOUT THE H2

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This episode of Transport Evolved News Panel Talk Show covers a range of topics, from the practicalities of inflatable car seats and the future of racing simulators to the burgeoning hydrogen economy and the latest in electric vehicle technology. The panel discusses the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, noting its strong sales in Europe due to its competitive pricing against diesel models and its practical 32-mile electric range. While acknowledging its ordinary ride quality, the consensus is that its pricing strategy is a key differentiator. The discussion then shifts to the controversial use of outdated data to promote hydrogen vehicles over EVs, with the panel decrying the disingenuousness of such tactics. They highlight the lack of a unified forum for discussing vehicle suitability for purpose, contrasting it with the American pickup truck market's perceived versatility. The show also touches upon the slow progress of autonomous shuttle technology with the EasyMile EZ10 and the re-emergence of the Mullen 700e (formerly the Coda sedan). Finally, the episode delves into the growing hydrogen fuel cell market, with the Toyota Mirai and VW Golf SportWagon HyMotion being discussed. While acknowledging the potential of hydrogen power, particularly Honda's Power Exporter concept, the panel expresses skepticism about its efficiency and infrastructure challenges compared to battery electric vehicles. The lack of UK media coverage for Formula E is also noted.