TEN 320 - TESLA GETS READY FOR S&P 500, NISSAN SAYS NO TO UK ARIYA PRODUCTION, VW SECRET SHOPPER

EV Channels Review

This episode of TEN Transport Evolved News covers a range of significant developments in the EV sector. A major highlight is Tesla's continued market dominance, with its stock price soaring in anticipation of its S&P 500 inclusion. The review notes Tesla's success but questions the affordability of its vehicles. Volkswagen's CEO, Herbert Diess, receives approval for his EV transition strategy, though without a contract extension, signaling a performance-based tenure. A significant point of contention is Nissan's decision to halt production of the Ariya SUV in the UK, explicitly blaming Brexit due to potential tariffs. The report also touches on battery technology advancements, with prices for Chinese electric bus batteries reportedly hitting the $100/kWh mark. A Greenpeace secret shopper survey reveals a concerning disconnect between Volkswagen's EV ambitions and its dealership's sales approach, with only a small fraction of dealerships recommending the ID.3. Other news includes recalls for Hyundai Kona and Nexo, a successful V2G school bus project, and the approval of The Boring Company's Loop system in Las Vegas.