TEN 550 | RAM 1500 BEV CANCELED, LEAF PRODUCTION CUT, VW DOOR HANDLES

EV Channels Review

Ram has officially canceled its 1500 BEV pickup truck, citing 'market conditions,' and will instead focus on a range-extended plug-in hybrid, the 1500 REV. While the REV boasts a claimed 690-mile range with its gasoline engine, its real-world efficiency after battery depletion, especially when towing, is expected to be poor. This decision marks a significant shift away from a fully electric future for Ram's light-duty trucks, prioritizing a hybrid solution over battery-electric technology for this model. The show also touches on other industry news, including Nissan halving LEAF production due to battery supply issues and canceling the Ariya in the US, and Volkswagen delaying its all-electric Golf. The editorial segment highlights concerns about the erosion of independent journalism and the increasing pressure on media outlets to conform to corporate and political agendas.