LAMBORGHINI'S FIRST EV, CATL'S NEW LFP BATTERY, USED TESLA’S AT ROCK-BOTTOM PRICES, AND MORE

EV Channels Review

This episode of the EV Resource Podcast covers several significant developments in the EV space. The most prominent story is Lamborghini's announcement of their first all-electric vehicle, the Lanzador, a high-ground-clearance GT with a 2+2 seating configuration and over 1 megawatt of power. While the design is a departure from traditional Lamborghini aesthetics, it aims to blend sportiness with everyday usability. The podcast also highlights the Rimac Nevera's new Nürburgring record, significantly beating the Tesla Model S Plaid. A key technical discussion revolves around CATL's new 4C LFP battery, the Shenxing, which promises ultra-fast charging (0-80% in 10 minutes at room temperature, and 30 minutes at -10°C), with mass production slated for late 2023. The episode touches on the complexity of modern EVs with a segment on a stranded GMC Hummer EV requiring a complex reset procedure, raising concerns about usability for average consumers. Finally, it discusses Honda's adoption of the NACS connector and Texas's new requirement for NACS on DC fast chargers, alongside the continued drop in used Tesla Model 3 prices, making them eligible for tax credits.