TESLA IS NUMBER 1 IN THE WORLD, NEW EQS PHOTO, CATL BATTERY TECH, AND MORE: THE EV RESOURCE PODCAST #020

EV Channels Review

This episode of The EV Resource Podcast covers several significant developments in the electric vehicle landscape. The discussion highlights Tesla's recent market capitalization surge, surpassing traditional automakers, though with noted volatility. A key focus is the upcoming Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan, with the reviewer detailing its projected specifications, including a dual-motor AWD platform, estimated 469 horsepower, and a 100 kWh battery offering over 300 miles of range. While acknowledging its competitive positioning against the Tesla Model S, the reviewer suggests it will appeal more to traditional luxury buyers. The podcast also delves into CATL's 'million-mile' battery technology, clarifying that it is distinct from any batteries Tesla might be developing for the Chinese market. The technology's self-healing and long-life features are explained, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize EV longevity and the used EV market by extending battery life significantly beyond current standards. Finally, the episode touches upon the world's cheapest EV from Cheng Li, the production challenges facing the Tesla Model Y, and a technical explanation of induction versus permanent magnet motors.