TOYOTA ELECTRIC CARS - ARE THEY FINALLY SERIOUS? NEWS EP 10

EV Channels Review

This episode of Ludicrous Feed tackles the significant news of Toyota's renewed commitment to electric vehicles, particularly their announcement of five new 'bZ' battery-electric models for Europe by 2026, aiming for 50% EV sales by 2030. While acknowledging this as a positive step, the hosts express skepticism about Toyota's true commitment, suggesting it's driven by European regulations rather than genuine internal desire. Concerns are raised about the slow pace of electrification for markets like Australia and the past issues with the bZ4x, including wheel detachment and questionable range. The review also touches upon Apple's EV plans, the growth of electric trucks in Australia, Polestar's paid OTA updates, Rivian's renewable energy initiatives, Ford's dealership model, GM's electric vans, and BYD's global expansion. The overall sentiment is that while Toyota is finally moving, it's a reluctant and slow transition, contrasting sharply with the rapid progress of competitors.