EPISODE 18 - WORLDWIDE EV GROWTH AND THE RUSH TO DO BETTER, BMW IX3 UPDATES AND MORE EV NEWS!

EV Channels Review

This episode of the EV Revolution Show delves into global EV growth trends and the critical role of electric vehicles in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Host Kenneth Booker highlights that while EV adoption is accelerating globally, with significant growth rates and sales milestones like 1 million EVs sold in the US and nearly 1.3 million globally year-to-date, market share remains low at 1.8%. Booker emphasizes the need for more affordable mass-market EVs, not just premium models, to drive the necessary radical growth to combat climate change. The show also touches upon the upcoming Tesla Model Y, expected in 2020 with a projected starting price around $45,000, and provides an early look at the BMW iX3. The iX3 is estimated to have a 70 kWh battery offering around 249 miles (WLTP), with concerns raised about its competitiveness against rivals offering longer ranges, especially if priced around $45,000. The episode also features a segment on the eMerge Guelph EV Show, promoting EV adoption and local climate initiatives.