TRANSPORT EVOLVED NEWS EPISODE 483: TESLA CHARGING TEAM FIRED, POLESTAR'S 10-MINUTE RECHARGE

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This episode of TEN Transport Evolved News covers several significant developments in the EV space. A major story is Tesla's unexpected layoff of its entire Supercharging team, raising concerns about the future pace of network expansion despite assurances from Elon Musk. The show also highlights Polestar's successful real-world demonstration of StoreDot's extreme fast-charging technology, achieving an 80% charge in just 10 minutes on a prototype Polestar 5. Other key news includes G7 nations agreeing to phase out coal by 2030 with caveats, Joby Aviation completing prototype eVTOL testing, and Kia confirming an upcoming EV9 GT variant. The report touches on the growing openness of American consumers to Chinese-made EVs if priced competitively and addresses concerns about the EU's slow deployment of charging infrastructure. Investigations into Tesla Autopilot and Ford BlueCruise safety are also noted, alongside updates on various automakers' sales figures and strategic shifts, including Cadillac's backtrack on an all-EV future and Hyundai's plans to produce hybrids at its EV facility.