AUDI E-TRON CRASH TEST, SUPERCHARGING FREE FOR NEW MODEL S, MODEL X, MODEL 3 IMPLANT— TEN 261

EV Channels Review

This episode of TEN 261 covers a range of EV news, with a significant focus on safety and Tesla updates. The Audi e-tron receives high praise for achieving the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award, marking a first for an electric vehicle, attributed to its robust battery pack safety and advanced features. Tesla's decision to reintroduce free Supercharging for new Model S and Model X orders is highlighted as a move to boost sales of these higher-end models, while the Model 3 is noted as facing scrutiny over alleged software updates impacting battery capacity and misleading crash test results. Other news includes Mercedes-Benz's plug-in hybrid and electric concepts for the Frankfurt Motor Show, BMW's inductive charging pilot in the US, and Freightliner's production of its first electric big rigs ahead of Tesla's Semi. The review also touches on the Jaguar I-PACE's sales struggles and targeted discounts for Tesla owners, Proterra's licensing of its electric bus technology, and the Karma Revero GT's pricing. The segment concludes with a unique story about a Tesla Model 3 owner implanting a key card in their arm.