LONDON FORMULA E FINALE, EVTOLS AT FARNBOROUGH, & XIAOMI'S NEW EV | THE EVERYTHING EV PODCAST

EV Channels Review

The Everything EV Podcast covers a wide array of EV news, starting with the Formula E London finale where Pascal Wehrlein secured the championship. The hosts discuss the unique indoor setting of the Excel London circuit and the fan experience, noting the challenges for drivers with the 'attack mode' system. The discussion then shifts to the Farnborough Airshow, highlighting the presence of eVTOLs but a surprising lack of Chinese manufacturers in the aerospace sector, contrasting with their dominance in EVs. A significant portion is dedicated to the EU's new tariffs on Chinese EVs and the potential for retaliation, with European manufacturers expressing concerns. The podcast also explores a UK proposal for a subsidized EV leasing scheme to combat poverty, though practical charging challenges for those in social housing are raised. Finally, the review delves into the new, more affordable Nissan Ariya 'Engage' model, noting its compromises like the smaller battery and loss of creature comforts, but acknowledging its competitive sub-£40,000 price point. The episode concludes with a look at the upcoming Nissan models to be built in Sunderland and an interview with Formula E's VP of Sustainability, Julia Palle, detailing their 'no trace' and social impact initiatives.