TRANSPORT EVOLVED NEWS PANEL TALK SHOW 216: CHANGING THE RULES

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This episode of Transport Evolved News Panel Talk Show, titled "Changing the Rules," features a discussion on significant developments in the electric vehicle and automotive industry. The panel, including Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield, John Voelcker, and Chelsea Sexton, mourns the tragic passing of Pitt Moose, a key figure in the Smart ForTwo Electric Drive program. The core of the discussion revolves around the California Air Resources Board (CARB) considering changes to the ZEV mandate, particularly for intermediate manufacturers, and the implications for plug-in hybrid vehicles. They also delve into Michigan's new law effectively banning direct Tesla sales, highlighting the influence of auto dealer lobbyists. Additionally, the show touches upon the competitive pricing of EVs like the VW e-Golf and Ford Focus Electric, and the ongoing debate surrounding hydrogen fuel cell technology versus battery electric vehicles. The episode concludes with an analysis of Daimler and Toyota selling their stakes in Tesla, questioning the motivations behind these moves.