TESLA DISCOUNTS THE MODEL 3 AGAIN, VW ID. BUZZ US SPEC DEBUTED, JAG I-PACE RECALL, AND MORE

EV Channels Review

This episode of the EV Resource Podcast covers several significant developments in the EV market. A key focus is the Tesla Model 3, which has seen further price reductions, making it one of the most affordable EVs in the US, especially when factoring in federal tax credits. The discussion highlights that the base rear-wheel-drive Model 3, utilizing LFP batteries, now qualifies for the full $7,500 tax credit, bringing its potential price down to around $30,000 before state incentives. The podcast also details Colorado's enhanced EV tax credits, which could offer up to $15,000 in total savings for qualifying vehicles under $35,000. Other news includes the US debut of the VW ID. Buzz with its long-wheelbase, three-row configuration and impressive features, the launch of the high-priced Faraday Future FF91, and a safety recall for the Jaguar I-Pace due to potential battery pack thermal overload. The reviewer expresses skepticism about focusing solely on EPA range, using the Fisker Ocean vs. Tesla Model Y comparison as an example, arguing that larger batteries don't necessarily equate to a better vehicle. Finally, the episode touches on Tesla reclaiming the Nürburgring EV lap record with the Model S Plaid Track Package and the potential production of the Hyundai Vision N74 concept.