TRANSPORT EVOLVED EPISODE 170: THE NAME'S MUSK, ELON MUSK

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This episode of Transport Evolved, recorded in October 2013, covers a range of EV-related news and discussions. Key topics include the surprising popularity of the BMW i3, with over 8,000 reservations in Europe, prompting BMW to consider increasing production. The hosts also discuss the challenges of EV adoption in different regions, contrasting Seattle's pro-EV environment with other areas. A significant portion is dedicated to the Nissan Leaf, including a prototype with a 48 kWh battery pack that achieved second place in a Spanish race series, sparking hope for increased range options. The episode also touches on the issues with Ford's mobile app for Focus Electric and C-Max Energi, the ongoing debate about compliance cars, and the success of Tesla's marketing strategy in Europe compared to Nissan's. The show concludes with a discussion on Audible and a recommendation for the book 'The Fault in Our Stars'.