PODCAST: TESLA MODEL Y DIARY, GIGAFACTORY TEXAS'S SIZE, KANDI'S CHEAP EVS, AND MORE

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This episode of the Electrek Podcast delves into a variety of EV news, with a significant portion dedicated to personal experiences and Tesla updates. The hosts discuss the Porsche Taycan driving experience at their Experience Center, highlighting its impressive stability at high speeds and engaging handling, despite its considerable weight. The reviewer notes the Taycan's powerful torque vectoring and its ability to drift, though caution is advised on the front tires during aggressive cornering. The Porsche charging infrastructure is also mentioned as being prominent. The discussion then shifts to Seth's Tesla Model Y ownership diary. Despite acknowledging panel gap issues, he expresses overall satisfaction with the vehicle's performance and practicality, comparing it to a taller Model 3. A detailed account of installing an aftermarket tow hitch is provided, including the challenges and the usefulness of YouTube tutorials over the provided instructions. The episode also covers the potential pricing and specifications of a new Model Y Long Range RWD, noting its surprising $48,000 price tag and potential range increase. Other topics include the immense scale of Gigafactory Texas, Elon Musk's new prototype color for his Model S, Panasonic's battery energy density improvements, and the launch of Kandi's affordable EVs in the US.