EPISODE 34 - SION REDESIGN, AUDI Q4 E-TRON, SEAT EL-BORN, VW ID BUGGY, FIAT CENTOVENTI AND MORE!

EV Channels Review

This episode of EV Revolution Show covers a range of electric vehicle news and concepts from early 2019. Key updates include Nissan's pricing for the Leaf e-Plus in North America and the Leaf surpassing 400,000 global sales, highlighting its position as a leading mass-market EV. The show also touches on Nissan's IMQ concept, a hybrid SUV utilizing their e-Power system, which the host views as a necessary but temporary bridge to full electrification. Tesla's Supercharger V3 upgrade and the anticipated Model Y reveal are mentioned, with the host emphasizing the need to see final specs before judgment. Polestar 2's new smartphone key app and its direct competition with the Tesla Model 3 are discussed. Significant attention is given to the Sono Motors Sion, showcasing its redesigned solar integration, increased dimensions, and a starting price of €25,500, with production slated for late 2019. Concepts from Geneva include the Mercedes-Benz EQV minivan, Seat El-Born hatchback (based on VW's MEB platform), Audi Q4 e-Tron concept (a compact electric crossover), and the Fiat Centoventi concept (a customizable, affordable EV). The VW ID Buggy concept, also on the MEB platform, is presented as a retro, versatile off-road EV. The episode concludes with a viewer's positive feedback on their Tesla Model 3 ownership and announcements for the Fully Charged Live events.