EPISODE 16 - TESLA MODEL 3 MID-RANGE, 60KWH NISSAN LEAF, U.S. TAX CREDITS AND MORE EV NEWS!

EV Channels Review

This episode of EV Revolutions discusses several key developments in the EV market as of late 2018. The primary focus is on the Tesla Model 3, with the introduction of a new 'Mid-Range' battery version. The reviewer notes that this move, along with the discontinuation of the rear-wheel-drive Long Range option, suggests Tesla's strategy to prioritize higher-priced models for profitability and to achieve economies of scale. However, the reviewer expresses disappointment regarding the continued delay of the $35,000 standard range Model 3, pushing its availability into mid-2019, which they feel undermines the car's mass-market appeal. The discussion also touches upon the Nissan Leaf's upcoming 60kWh version, expected to offer a significant range increase and a higher price point, and the Audi e-tron's production strategy, which involves limited initial inventory to manage demand. Other topics include potential US tax credit terminations, UK incentive changes, and manufacturer electrification plans from Jaguar and Mazda.