RIVIAN R2 LAUNCH, EV TAX CREDIT HANGOVER & TESLA’S FLYING ROADSTER DREAMS | INSIDEEVS PODCAST EP49

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The InsideEVs Podcast discusses the significant drop in US EV sales in October, attributing it to the expiration of tax credits and broader affordability issues rather than a decline in consumer interest. The conversation highlights how high vehicle prices, exacerbated by tariffs, are a major barrier to EV adoption. The Rivian R2 is presented as a potential solution, with details emerging about its 'Launch Edition' featuring a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive configuration, positioned as a more accessible option than current Rivian models. The podcast also touches on Rivian's expansion into robotics with its new company, Mind Robotics, and contrasts this with Tesla's continued focus on the delayed and potentially flying Roadster, questioning its relevance and resource allocation. The episode concludes with a discussion on the tragic incident involving a Waymo vehicle and a cat in San Francisco, sparking debate on autonomous vehicle regulation, and a positive note on BYD's rapid expansion in Europe, outperforming Tesla in the UK.