TEN 556 | EVS AT JAPAN MOBILITY 2025, TRUMP-INDUCED EV CULL CONTINUES, EV1 PURCHASED AT AUCTION!

EV Channels Review

This episode of TEN covers a wide array of EV news, starting with the Japan Mobility Show where Toyota previewed a Corolla EV, BYD showcased the Roco, and Honda presented new concepts. The show also delves into the significant impact of US policy shifts on global automakers, with Volkswagen planning substantial cuts and GM laying off thousands, both citing the evolving regulatory environment and a perceived anti-EV stance from the US administration. Ford's F-150 Lightning production is temporarily halted due to a supplier fire, impacting aluminum supply. The review highlights a Swedish study debunking EV battery degradation myths, with specific models like the Kia EV6, Kia Eero, Tesla Model Y, and Opel Mokka E showing minimal capacity loss. Canada's potential move to remove tariffs on Chinese EVs and Nissan's advancements in solid-state batteries are also discussed. The episode concludes with a notable auction sale of a GM EV1, marking the first privately owned example.