INSIDEEVS PODCAST #174: ZENVO AURORA, ROLLS-ROYCE SPECTRE, ACURA ZDX, FISKER, MONTEREY CAR WEEK

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This episode of the InsideEVs Podcast covers a wide range of electric and hybrid vehicles, with a significant focus on the debuts and discussions surrounding Monterey Car Week. The Rolls-Royce Spectre is highlighted as a natural fit for electrification, praised for its quiet ride and luxurious experience, though its unique color choice draws mixed reactions. The Acura ZDX is presented as a stylish, Ultium-based EV offering a 325-mile range and 500 horsepower, starting around $60,000, though its interior materials are noted as potentially less premium than expected for its price point. The podcast also delves into the Little Car Company's 85% scale, road-legal Bentley Blower Junior, a fascinating electric replica. The Zenvo Aurora, a hybrid hypercar with 1450 horsepower, is discussed as an ultra-luxury item for billionaires. A significant portion is dedicated to Fisker's numerous planned models (Pear, Alaska, Force E, Ronin), with the hosts expressing skepticism about the company's ability to deliver on ambitious promises and price points, despite acknowledging Henrik Fisker's design talent. The discussion shifts to the importance of water-based lubricants for EVs, with TotalEnergies' development and Formula E benchmarking being a key point. Finally, Tesla's Universal Wall Connector is lauded as a game-changer for home charging versatility, and the ongoing progress of the Cybertruck, including crash testing and real-world driving footage, is covered.