TRANSPORT EVOLVED ELECTRIC CAR NEWS PANEL SHOW 199: THIS MEANS WAR

EV Channels Review

This episode of Transport Evolved discusses several key EV developments from May 2014. The panel covers Tesla's financial performance, noting their GAAP losses but non-GAAP profits, and significant investment in expansion, including the Gigafactory. BMW's i3 launch is highlighted as a success, with deliveries in the hundreds, contrasting sharply with previous slow EV rollouts. A significant portion is dedicated to government incentives and the perceived ineffectiveness of current policies, with a call for simpler, more practical solutions like workplace charging. The Nissan e-NV200 enters production, offering a van-based EV with rapid charging capabilities, though its US market availability is uncertain. Tesla drops the 'Model E' name, potentially due to trademark issues with Ford. The discussion also debunks concerns about EMF radiation from EVs, stating they are well within safe limits. Finally, the panel criticizes Toyota/Lexus for their anti-EV advertising and continued focus on hybrids, suggesting bitterness over missed opportunities in the EV market.