AD #3637 - Big $$$ in Battery Recycling; Tesla EVs Not Hurt by Fast Charging; EVs Cost More to Repair Than ICEs
About this episode
The discussion covers the rise of software-defined vehicles, highlighting Tesla and new EV makers leading the charge, while traditional automakers struggle to keep pace. Battery recycling is becoming profitable and crucial for future raw materials. Repair costs for EVs are notably higher than ICE vehicles, especially for Teslas. Fast charging doesn’t significantly degrade Tesla batteries. Major automakers like Mercedes and Stellantis are expanding EV charging networks, and Hyundai is developing high-power chargers. Sustainability efforts by Magna and advancements in camera-based vehicle sensing versus lidar are also explored. Porsche’s powerful new Cayenne Turbo plug-in hybrid rounds out the highlights.
Tesla Model
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Buick Century
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