ELECTREK PODCAST: TESLA DELIVERY RESULTS, MODEL 3 PRODUCTION UPDATE, EVS IN EXTREME COLD, AND MORE

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This episode of the Electrek Podcast delves into Tesla's Q4 2017 delivery results and the ongoing Model 3 production ramp-up. While overall deliveries were record-breaking, the focus quickly shifted to the Model 3's production rate, which, despite reaching over 1,000 units per week, fell short of initial targets. Tesla has revised its Q1 2018 goal to 2,500 units per week, down from the original 5,000. The discussion highlights the challenges Tesla faces in scaling production, particularly concerning battery bottlenecks, and the implications for tax credits. The podcast also features an in-depth look at a Model 3 owner's extensive cross-country road trip, detailing real-world experiences with the vehicle's UI, hardware issues like the charge port, and performance in extreme cold. Additionally, the hosts analyze the 2019 Nissan Leaf e+ and its potential to compete in the EV market, offering a comparative perspective against the Chevrolet Bolt and Tesla Model 3.