AUDI Q4 E-TRON SPORTBACK CONCEPT, MUSTANG MACH-E RACE CAR AND CYBERTRUCK RESERVATIONS IN CHINA

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This episode of the InsideEVs podcast covers three key EV news items: the Audi Q4 E-Tron Sportback Concept, a mysterious Mustang Mach-E race car, and Tesla Cybertruck reservations in China. The Audi Q4 E-Tron Sportback Concept is presented as a production-ready preview, built on the MEB platform with an 82 kWh battery offering an estimated 280 miles (WLTP) range and 125 kW charging. Reviewers noted its resemblance to BMW interiors and its compact size, positioning it as a competitor to the Model Y and Polestar 2. The Mustang Mach-E race car, spotted doing donuts, is speculated to be a Ford-sanctioned or RTR project, highlighting the growing maturity of the EV tuning market, though its "leaked" footage was criticized for being staged. Finally, the discussion on Cybertruck reservations in China raised doubts about its suitability for the Chinese market due to its size and the country's typical vehicle landscape, though Tesla's history of defying expectations was acknowledged. The episode also included updates on the BMW i3's range test and charging experiences, and a debate on the Model 3 versus Model Y.