THE EV RESOURCE PODCAST #59: EXTREME E DESERT X PRIX RECAP, TESLA'S Q1 RECORD, AND MORE

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The EV Resource Podcast episode 59 covers a range of electric vehicle news, with a significant focus on the inaugural Extreme E Desert X Prix. The podcast highlights the historic win by Rosberg X Racing, detailing the challenges and successes of the event, including driver incidents and strategic racing. In other news, Tesla achieved a record-breaking Q1 with 184,800 deliveries, driven primarily by Model 3 and Model Y production, and is on track to potentially produce a million vehicles this year. GM announced the electric Chevrolet Silverado, promising over 400 miles of range, and also detailed the upcoming Hummer EV SUV. Volkswagen's ID.4 completed a 6,700-mile cross-country road trip, showcasing the viability of non-Tesla EVs and charging networks like Electrify America. Nissan reaffirmed its commitment to Formula E. The podcast concludes with a personal announcement from the host, who has ordered a base model Tesla Model 3 Standard Range, marking his family's transition to a fully electric household. The review emphasizes the growing accessibility and capability of EVs for everyday use and long-distance travel.