TRANSPORT EVOLVED NEWS EPISODE 535 - WHO'S MESSING WITH THE ODOMETER?

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This episode of TEN Transport Evolved News covers a wide array of developments in the EV and clean energy sectors. A significant portion of the show is dedicated to new vehicle reveals and updates, including the Alpine A390 with its tri-motor setup and impressive performance figures, the 2026 Kia EV9 receiving notable tweaks and price adjustments making it more competitive in the US market, and the BMW i4 family getting a performance and efficiency boost with new silicon carbide semiconductors. The report also highlights crucial industry news such as Northvolt's decision to close its Swedish factory while seeking investors for its German counterpart, and the formation of the Affordable Clean Cars Coalition by 11 US governors to advocate for cleaner vehicle policies. Public opinion on robotaxis remains skeptical, while EV trust, particularly for Tesla, has seen a dip, though public charging reliability is improving. The episode underscores the growing dominance of renewables in energy generation and touches upon regulatory battles, like California suing the federal government over emissions standards. Finally, it addresses concerns about odometer fraud in the used EV market and celebrates milestones like the first all-electric crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar by a Candela electric hydrofoil.