TRANSPORT EVOLVED NEWS EPISODE 516: CHINESE BANS, MORE SALES, AND VANDAL-PROOF CHARGING!

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This episode of TEN Transport Evolved News covers a range of significant developments in the EV sector. Key highlights include robust global EV sales growth, particularly in the US and China, despite some European brands experiencing a downturn. The report details specific sales figures for BMW Group, Audi, Volkswagen, Skoda, Cupra, Porsche, and notes Rivian's electric delivery vehicle outselling competitors. Consumer sentiment in the US shows strong bipartisan support for stricter fuel economy standards. The episode also addresses critical safety and infrastructure issues, such as Ford investigating a Mustang Mach-E incident where a baby was trapped, and Chargepoint's new anti-vandalism measures for charging stations. Tesla's "Juniper" Model Y refresh is announced, alongside news of Tesla's CEO expressing frustration over not receiving federal funding for electric truck charging infrastructure, despite previous criticism of incentives. Other notable news includes Tesla recalls, layoffs, potential new taxes on EV owners, Toyota's climate denial donations, and range records set by the Volkswagen ID.7. The segment concludes with updates on charging network expansions, new model launches from Renault, Dodge, and BYD, and a significant US ban on Chinese and Russian automotive components set to take full effect in 2029.