INSIDEEVS PODCAST #08 - TESLA SLASHES PRICES, RIVIAN RESUMES WORK AND MODEL 3 FOR PIKES PEAK!

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The InsideEVs Podcast episode #08 delves into significant industry news, including Tesla's price reductions across its lineup, with particular attention to the Model S and X seeing substantial discounts. While acknowledged as a consumer benefit and a potential Q2 sales boost for Tesla, the price cuts also raise concerns about resale value. The discussion highlights that the Model S and X are aging technologically compared to the Model 3 and Y, with the latter featuring next-generation hardware and faster charging capabilities. The podcast also covers Rivian's factory resumption and a projected two-month delay for the R1T pickup, sparking debate on the differing cultural perceptions and intended uses of pickup trucks in Europe versus the US. Additionally, the episode touches on the Mercedes-Benz EQV luxury minivan's European sales launch, emphasizing its potential for commercial fleet adoption due to total cost of ownership benefits. Finally, the Nissan Leaf's future is questioned as it was absent from Nissan's future vehicle roadmap, with discussions pointing to its aging powertrain and battery technology. A significant portion of the episode focuses on Blake Fuller's upcoming Pikes Peak attempt in a Tesla Model 3, detailing the extensive preparation, thermal management challenges, and the goal of beating the existing production electric car record.