TEN Transport Evolved News Episode 508: Xiaomi’s record attempt, VW’s troubles, Aptera PI-2. - Video

Welcome to today’s show!

We’ll cover Volkswagen’s struggles in China, Aptera’s PI-2 test, and Xiaomi’s unofficial world record.

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00:00 - Start
00:32 - Welcome!
00:40 - Volkswagen’s worst quarter since COVID-19, factory closures.
01:38 - Polestar and Volvo gain access to Tesla Supercharger Network.
02:30 - Fossil fuels decline to renewable energy dominance by 2030.
03:26 - Cadillac Lyriq V.
04:18 - BYD cars safer than Tesla, according to an Australian report.
05:24 - Hyundai unveils its “Rolling Lab” for EV performance.
06:27 - Ford’s Q3 earnings show losses for its Model E division.
07:18 - Aptera completes low-speed testing of PI-2.
08:27 - Mopar unveils a crate motor package for restomods.
09:38 - Chevrolet Silverado EV LT available but expensive.
11:29 - Rimac Nevera recalled.
11:50 - Ford Mustang Mach-E recalled.
12:07 - Motiv Power Systems recalls school buses.
12:22 - Volvo recalls plug-in hybrids.
12:39 - Tesla announces faster Powerwall 3 installation.
12:57 - India plans 100,000 electric buses in Bharat Urban.
13:17 - Ford shifts battery production from Poland to Michigan.
13:35 - Republic Services and Louisville make trash fleet all-electric.
13:53 - UK Labor Government outlines EV taxation plans.
14:11 - Toyota’s sales suffer due to EV policies.
14:28 - Lucid Gravity order books open next week.
14:45 - Tesla board members sell massive stock.
15:05 - Ford halts F150 Lightning production in Detroit.
15:23 - Northvolt may get a rescue package.
15:38 - Volvo wants to buy NorthVolt’s share in a joint battery venture.
15:58 - Porsche may extend ICE engine development beyond 2030.
16:15 - Audi unveils new entry-level A6 e-tron variants.
16:32 - Lilium files for insolvency protection.
16:49 - Google Maps EV route planning for Ford EVs.
17:03 - Polestar warns a potential U.S. ban on Chinese components could halt its vehicles.
17:20 - Navier delivers its first hydrofoil.
17:36 - Cadillac builds an Auckland experience center.
17:51 - Small electric SUV demand rises.
18:07 - Used Model 3 prices drop.
18:32 - EV chargers return to Costco.
18:48 - Q3 U.S. EV sales surpass Europe’s.
19:05 - Female-identified EV buyers lag adoption.
19:26 - Tesla delays FSD V13 update.
19:41 - Norway postpones ICE van ban.
19:55 - Zero seeks funding for a new lineup.
20:12 - Hyundai teases IONIQ 9 launch.
20:28 - Nissan plans an Ampere-based EV.
20:43 - Volkswagen dealerships unhappy with Scout lineup.
20:59 - Candela launches its first commercial hydrofoil ferry service.
21:16 - California EV market share hits 22%.
21:34 - PRC warns automakers against EU tariffs.
21:51 - SAIC plans EU court action.
22:08 - BYD posts Q3 records, surpassing Tesla in revenue.
22:27 - Audi’s Brussels factory closes in February.
22:45 - Tesla advocates for the auto industry to adopt its 48V system.
23:03 - TU Darmstadt, MIT develop a battery health prediction system.
23:27 - Sponsored Segment: Atmos Financial.
24:33 - Texas promises a new battery pack solution for original Tesla Roadsters.
25:47 - Xiaomi’s SU7 accelerates at Nürburgring.
26:58 - Thanks, goodbye!