HONDA CEO STATEMENT, NISSAN LEAF PRICING, IONITY CHARGERS PRICE HIKE, NEW JAGUAR EV | FULLY CHARGED

EV Channels Review

The Fully Charged news segment for early 2020 covers several key developments in the EV space. A significant portion is dedicated to the startup Enovate, which has secured substantial investment for its advanced silicon-dominant lithium-ion batteries, promising extreme fast charging and greater energy density compared to current Tesla Model 3 batteries. The review highlights the potential for longer battery life and lower manufacturing costs. The upcoming Jaguar XJ electric is also discussed, noting its production in the UK and early reports of a 90 kWh battery and potentially four electric motors. The 2020 Nissan Leaf pricing in the US is presented as a positive step, with the new models offering significantly more range and better technology at a lower price point than the original 2011 model. However, the reviewer expresses continued frustration that EVs are not yet cheaper than comparable internal combustion engine vehicles, attributing this to legacy manufacturers' reluctance to fully embrace EVs. Finally, the segment criticizes Ionity's drastic 500% price hike for charging, deeming it excessive and counterproductive, especially when compared to Tesla's Supercharger pricing.