TEN EPISODE 400 - CALIFORNIA BANS ICE CARS, C&D TO O'DOWD, ELON SAYS STOP COMPLAINING

EV Channels Review

This episode of TEN covers a wide array of EV news, starting with California's landmark decision to ban new internal combustion engine vehicle sales by 2035, a move expected to influence 17 other states. The show also touches on Tesla's FSD price increase to $15,000, the official specs and performance of the Kia EV6 GT, and Tesla's legal action against the Dawn Project over FSD safety claims. Ford has opened orders for the 2023 Mustang Mach-E with minor spec and price adjustments, while Mazda has sold out its limited US allocation of the MX-30, highlighting its limited range and high cost. The US Department of Energy confirms EVs have the lowest annual fuel costs, and electric school buses are demonstrating grid support capabilities. Elon Musk's public admonishment of an FSD beta tester for complaining about the system's performance is also noted. The episode concludes with news on various EV launches, partnerships, and market entries, including Porsche's Macan EV production goals, BYD's European expansion, and the growing used EV market.