TEN 291 - BMW CANS I8 SUCCESSOR, LUCID EFFICIENCY, TESLA BREAKTHROUGH BATTERY

EV Channels Review

This episode of TEN covers a wide array of EV news, starting with the potential cancellation of BMW's Vision M Next hybrid supercar, though the company reaffirms its commitment to EV and hydrogen R&D. Tesla's Fremont factory is discussed for its potential reopening amidst shelter-in-place orders. The Skoda ENYAQ iV is revealed as a practical electric estate car with multiple drivetrain and battery options, aiming for up to 500km range. Elon Musk's return to the Joe Rogan Experience is noted, where he discussed Tesla's Shanghai operations and the Cybertruck's reveal. Volkswagen's ID3 order books are set to open for reservation holders, while Lucid's CEO highlights the Air's efficiency secrets. Volvo plans to integrate Luminar's lidar technology for future autonomous driving capabilities. Tesla patents a new 'Tabless' battery design aimed at reducing internal resistance and improving lifespan. Other news includes Seattle's permanent street closures, rumored Audi Q4 e-tron pricing, the Fiat 500e as an 'urban Tesla', a debunked documentary claim, Verge Motorcycles' production-ready electric bike, and calls for better EV charging signage in the UK. Employee surveys suggest Musk's tweets may harm Tesla's reputation, while VW's design chief defends dedicated EV platforms. Nissan expands its e-NV200 van line-up, Polestar offers a 150-mile delivery radius, and Mercedes-Benz's R&D boss criticizes VW's EV strategy. Tesla Model 3 sales spiked in the UK, Workhorse plans van deliveries, and a Tesla Sentry Mode bug is being addressed. Finally, the show touches on the birth of Elon Musk's child, Voltaero's electric aircraft, and a custom electric Ford F-450 conversion.