GENEVA, ULTRA FAST CHARGERS | FULLY CHARGED NEWS

EV Channels Review

This episode of Fully Charged News covers significant developments in the EV market, with a particular focus on the Geneva Motor Show. The hosts note the increasing dominance of electric vehicles, especially SUVs, with the Jaguar I-Pace and Hyundai Kona EV highlighted as key examples. They observe a gap in the market for affordable electric cars between the Renault Zoe/Nissan Leaf and premium models like the I-Pace and Tesla Model 3, suggesting that the middle to upper-end market will likely be predominantly electric within five years. A major discussion point is the rollout of 350 kW ultra-fast chargers, which promise significantly reduced charging times, potentially as fast as 15 minutes for an 80% charge for compatible vehicles like the Porsche Taycan. The integration of battery storage at charging stations to manage grid load is also explained. The segment touches on Dyson's serious investment in EV technology, though a launch is not expected this year. Finally, a lighthearted but cautionary tale is shared about a carjacker who couldn't drive away in a stolen Chevy Bolt because he didn't know how to operate an electric car.