TESLA CHARGING COSTS, RENAULT'S NEW EV, HYUNDAI EXOSKELETON - TRANSPORT EVOLVED FUTURE CAR NEWS 1/13/17

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This episode of T.E.N. Future Car News covers a range of significant developments in the EV and automotive industry as of January 2017. Key announcements include Tesla's pricing structure for Supercharger network access for new Model S and Model X owners, and the commencement of cell production at the Tesla Gigafactory in partnership with Panasonic. Nissan's CEO, Carlos Ghosn, detailed the company's autonomous driving ambitions and hinted at the next-generation Leaf, promising over 200 miles of range, though a launch date remains unconfirmed. Renault unveiled the Master Z.E., an all-electric commercial van with a 33 kWh battery and an estimated 125-mile range, aimed at transforming city deliveries. Volkswagen showcased evolutions of its ID concept, including the ID Buzz, emphasizing autonomous technology but drawing criticism for a lack of production-ready vehicles. Ford announced significant investment in electrification, with plans for 13 new electrified models by 2020, including a hybrid Mustang and F-150, and a 300-mile range all-electric SUV. Audi presented the Q8 e-tron concept plug-in hybrid, and FCA faced EPA scrutiny for diesel emissions violations. The show also touched upon Tesla's software restrictions on its 'Ludicrous Mode' and Hyundai's exoskeleton technology.