AD #3938 - EV Makers Beg Trump Not to Ax EV Subsidies; Infiniti Dying in China; CATL Intros 2nd-Gen Sodium Battery
About this episode
The discussion covers the political battle over EV tax credits in the U.S., with major EV makers urging the Trump administration to maintain subsidies that support jobs and competitiveness against China. The episode also highlights Infiniti's decline in China amid a luxury market downturn and competition from Chinese EVs. Mercedes unveils advanced EV tech with efficient batteries and hybrid systems, while Chinese battery maker CATL introduces a promising second-gen sodium-ion battery. Toyota aims to cut EV production costs with innovative manufacturing, and Neo expands its EV charging network. Hyundai launches a race-inspired performance model, rounding out a global look at EV and automotive industry shifts.
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Lucid Gravity
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