THE CURRENT : WEEKLY EV NEWS EP#18 JULY 7, 2024

EV Channels Review

This episode of 'The Current' provides a comprehensive overview of recent EV sales figures and industry developments. The host highlights strong Q2 sales for Hyundai Group, Ford, and GM, noting specific model performance and new buyer acquisition. GM's progress with Ultium models and Cadillac's luxury segment success are particularly emphasized, alongside Tesla's continued volume leadership despite a slight global dip. The report also covers BMW, Nissan, Toyota, Subaru, Honda, Volkswagen, Audi, Polestar, and Rivian, detailing their sales trends and challenges. Key industry news includes the groundbreaking of Amplify's heavy-duty truck battery factory in Mississippi, Stellantis's increased investment in Archer Aviation for eVTOL development, and a unique NASCAR Cup Series electric prototype reveal. The episode addresses the indefinite delay of the Ineos Fusilier EV due to market uncertainty and analyzes the EU's new tariffs on Chinese EVs, discussing their potential impact and the retaliatory strategies of Chinese manufacturers. The host concludes by encouraging viewer engagement on the future of these policies.