084 - Electric Vehicle Range Claims - fake or fake news?
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Electric vehicle range claims have sparked debate, especially after the AAA reported discrepancies between advertised and actual ranges for various EVs. Hosts Steven Fenwick and Trevor Long discuss the implications of these findings, comparing them to traditional fuel economy claims often overlooked in media. They also celebrate Polestar's Guinness World Record for range, highlighting factors affecting EV performance. The episode features an inspiring interview with Dennis Savick, co-founder of Savick Motorcycles, discussing the launch of their electric motorcycles and the growing market for EVs in Australia.
Polestar 3
"...ut the AAA's figures about the range discrepancy, Polestar 3 goes and breaks a Guinness world record with rang..."
Dodge Charger
"... they still managed 12.4 kilometres. And got to a charger. The Kramer episode on Seinfeld, where he's drivi..."
Tesla Model S
"So I'll lay claim to that. Started with the Model S, then went to a Model 3"
Tesla Model 3
"Started with the Model S, then went to a Model 3 and then currently have the Model Y performance."
Tesla Model Y
"...hen went to a Model 3 and then currently have the Model Y performance. But I'm now well, but I'm now well a..."
Mercedes-Benz EQE
"...y like. They've got a big run out on the Mercedes EQEs right now because they're end of life."
Nissan Pulsar
"...h, but I don't mind that as much. And I drove the Pulsar 3 as well as another one. So they've been the one..."
Hyundai Genesis
"and sit in one. Oh no, I recommend the Genesis SUV. Yeah, something different."
Porsche Taycan
"...n the Porsche? I sat in the Porsche, I sat in the Taycan. That was a Taycan."
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