TESLA'S S&P 500 INCLUSION, GM'S AMBITIOUS EV PLANS, AND MORE: THE EV RESOURCE PODCAST #41

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The EV Resource Podcast episode 41 covers several significant developments in the electric vehicle industry. A major announcement is Tesla's inclusion in the S&P 500, expected to drive substantial investor demand. The podcast also discusses Tesla's discontinuation of the $35,000 Model 3, a move seen as a pragmatic but somewhat convoluted way to fulfill a long-standing promise. A new organization, ZETA (Zero Emission Transportation Association), is highlighted, comprising 28 companies aiming to accelerate the transition to 100% EV sales by 2030, focusing on consumer incentives, emissions standards, infrastructure, domestic manufacturing, and federal leadership. General Motors' ambitious plan to launch 30 new global EVs by 2025, backed by a $27 billion investment, is detailed, though the reviewer expresses skepticism about GM's historical execution speed. Hyundai's investment in the Ionity charging network is presented as a positive step for European EV infrastructure. Finally, Lordstown Motors' Endurance pickup truck garners attention, with the reviewer expressing personal interest and highlighting its focus on commercial fleets and strong reservation numbers. The episode concludes with a discussion of the reviewer's positive experience with their Chevy Spark EV on a long road trip, underscoring the growing viability of EV infrastructure.