TESLA MODEL 3 & VOLVO | FULLY CHARGED NEWS

EV Channels Review

This episode of Fully Charged News, recorded prior to the Tesla Model 3's official release and a significant government announcement on fossil fuel vehicles, offers a retrospective look at early EV developments. The hosts discuss the anticipated Tesla Model 3 production launch, noting the lack of final interior images and speculating on its minimalist design compared to the Model S. They touch upon the ambitious production targets and the potential for landscape-oriented screens. The review also highlights the Lucid Air's impressive 235 mph top speed, achieved by disabling software limiters, and contrasts it with hypercar performance and associated costs. A significant portion is dedicated to Rolls-Royce's decision to skip hybrids in favor of full electrification, referencing a past electric Phantom conversion and emphasizing the brand's long-standing commitment to quiet, effortless performance. The discussion then shifts to Volvo's announcement of electric motors in all its cars by 2019, marking a significant move away from diesel. The hosts also cover the ongoing Volkswagen diesel emissions scandal, expressing disappointment in the ineffectiveness of 'fixes' and the perceived dishonesty. Finally, the segment touches upon upcoming legislation requiring EV charge points at petrol stations and the broader implications of autonomous driving technology, including potential shifts in car ownership models from units to distance-based services.