EPISODE 72 - PORTABLE EV CHARGING, I-PACE RANGE BOOST, MITSUBISHI I-MIEV RECALL, CBC EV NEWS & MORE!

EV Channels Review

This episode of EV Revolution Show covers a diverse range of EV news and innovations. Key highlights include AFC Energy's portable hydrogen fuel cell chargers, a vehicle-to-grid system deployed at the Johan Cruyff Arena using Nissan Leafs, and GM's significant $2.3 billion joint venture with LG Chem for battery cell production. A notable update for the Jaguar I-Pace is discussed, promising an approximate 8% range increase through an over-the-air update, achieved via efficiency tweaks in torque distribution, thermal management, and battery state of charge. The show also touches on Nissan's upcoming Qashqai PHEV and e-power variants, a US recall for the Mitsubishi i-MiEV concerning its brake booster, Volvo's concept heavy-duty electric truck for regional transport, and the first successful flight of an all-electric commercial airplane by Harbour Air and MagniX. The host also details his involvement with a CBC National news series on EVs, offering insights into the economics, availability, and environmental impact of electric vehicles. The episode concludes with a charity auction for Nissan Leaf and Tesla Model 3 floor mats to benefit the Sick Kids Foundation.