GM AND EVGO ADD 2,700 CHARGERS, POLESTAR 2 CUSTOMER DELIVERIES AND HUMMER EV ON TARGET

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This episode of Inside EVs Podcast covers several significant developments in the EV space. A major announcement is GM's partnership with EVgo to deploy over 2,700 new fast-charging stations, a move praised for its commitment to infrastructure and the inclusion of higher-power 100-350 kW chargers. The Polestar 2 begins customer deliveries in Sweden, marking a key milestone as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model 3, though its branding and sales model in the US remain a point of discussion among the panelists. The GMC Hummer EV is confirmed to be on schedule for a fall reveal, featuring 'crab mode' and high-speed charging, positioning it as a performance-oriented competitor alongside the Rivian R1T and Tesla Cybertruck. The discussion also touches on Tesla's openness to licensing software and powertrains, which the panel largely dismisses as a non-story due to supply constraints and competitive strategies. Finally, Panasonic's planned 20% battery energy density boost for Tesla over five years is presented, with the panel expressing a wait-and-see attitude until Battery Day.