CAPITOL CAR TALK - AUTOLINE THIS WEEK 1614

EV Channels Review

This episode of Autoline This Week features an in-depth discussion with Phil Merto, CEO of CODA Automotive, focusing on their upcoming electric vehicle. Merto highlights CODA's commitment to high US content and their proprietary battery and thermal management systems, designed to ensure dependable range. The vehicle will launch with a 31 kWh battery offering up to 125 miles of range, with a 36 kWh option coming later for up to 150 miles. Merto emphasizes that while real-world range might be 90-110 miles for the 31 kWh pack, their technology aims to mitigate range loss due to temperature variations, promising 80-90% attainment of published range. The discussion also touches upon the broader automotive industry, including fuel economy standards, the role of EVs and hybrids in meeting them, and Hyundai's impressive market growth driven by value, warranty, and styling. The EPA's perspective on fuel economy standards and their projected consumer benefits versus costs is also presented.