{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"BRIEFLY: Tax Credit Goes, Ford-GM Discounting, Togg In Germany & more | 01 Oct 2025","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/briefly-tax-credit-goes-ford-gm-discounting-togg-in-germany-more-01-oct-2025","audioUrl":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/audioboom.com/posts/8785610.mp3?modified=1759363086&sid=5051980&source=rss","description":"It's EV News Briefly for Wednesday 01 October 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.\n\nPatreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily\n \nTHE US FEDERAL $7,500 EV TAX CREDIT EXPIRES http://bit.ly/48HI2w6\n \nFORD, GM PRESERVE $7,500 EV LEASE CREDIT https://bit.ly/3IqUPsp\n \nTOGG LAUNCHES T10X AND T10F IN GERMANY http://bit.ly/4mI4msU\n \nPOLESTAR 2 WILL RETURN AS A NEW MODEL http://bit.ly/46K7QoL\n \nBYD QIN L LAUNCHES IN MALAYSIA AS SEAL 6 http://bit.ly/4mQH44d\n \nILLINOIS LAUNCHES FOURTH $4,000 EV REBATE ROUND http://bit.ly/4pRTqf7\n \nTESLA LAUNCHES FIRST V4 500 KW SUPERCHARGER http://bit.ly/4gU15FR\n \nLOS ANGELES TO DEPLOY 500 ZERO-EMISSIONS BUSES http://cbsn.ws/4gRuz7a\n \nFORD CEO CLAIMS CHINESE AUTOMAKERS GET ‘HUGE SUBSIDIES’ http://bit.ly/3KtPHEs\n \nCIRCLE K OPENS FIRST 1MW TRUCK CHARGER IN SWEDEN http://bit.ly/3Koynkf\n \nPATENT IMAGE SHOWS POSSIBLE VOLVO EM90 PLUG-IN HYBRID http://bit.ly/3VHzLAP\n \nTESLA ROADSTER RESERVATIONS REFUNDS APPEAR DIFFICULT TO REQUEST http://bit.ly/3VHzFcr\n \nLUCID AIR SAPPHIRE ACHIEVES RECORD ACCELERATION http://bit.ly/3VIjuM3\n \n \nTHE US FEDERAL $7,500 EV TAX CREDIT EXPIRES  \nDespite the expiry of the federal $7,500 EV tax credit, automakers are proactively recalibrating strategies, including enhanced incentives and leasing deals, to cushion the transition for buyers. The industry is staying committed to electric futures, leveraging lessons from history to maintain long-term progress and adapt quickly to emerging market conditions.\n \nFORD, GM PRESERVE $7,500 EV LEASE CREDIT  \nFord and GM have devised innovative leasing programs that extend the $7,500 federal incentive to customers beyond the program’s expiration, ensuring buyers continue to benefit from substantial savings. These initiatives show the brands' flexibility and customer focus, with Ford confirming incentives available through the end of 2025 while other manufacturers may soon follow suit.\n \nTOGG LAUNCHES T10X AND T10F IN GERMANY  \nTogg makes a strong debut in Germany, introducing two competitively priced electric models with advanced features, robust battery ranges, and five-star safety ratings. The brand is well-positioned for rapid growth, drawing interest from Germany’s large Turkish diaspora and planning expansion to France and Italy.\n \nPOLESTAR 2 WILL RETURN AS A NEW MODEL  \nPolestar is reinventing its core model with a next-generation Polestar 2, building on a successful legacy and keeping loyal customers engaged through fresh updates. This move, alongside the upcoming Polestar 7 SUV, demonstrates Polestar’s commitment to mainstream appeal and a sustainable global strategy.\n \nBYD QIN L LAUNCHES IN MALAYSIA AS SEAL 6  \nBYD’s launch of the Seal 6 EV in Malaysia offers advanced technology, generous driving range, and comprehensive driver safety features at an accessible price. With ongoing software improvements and strategic exports, BYD is making high-quality electric mobility more attainable across new markets.\n \nILLINOIS LAUNCHES FOURTH $4,000 EV REBATE ROUND  \nIllinois is continuing its successful support of EV adoption by launching a fourth round of rebates, with enhanced incentives for low-income residents and broad eligibility for electric cars and motorcycles. The program’s consistent growth demonstrates strong state commitment to green transportation and accessibility for all.\n \nTESLA LAUNCHES FIRST V4 500 KW SUPERCHARGER  \nTesla’s new V4 Supercharger in California sets a benchmark for fast charging technology, offering up to 500 kW per stall and speeds that benefit the latest high-voltage vehicles. Non-Tesla EVs are expected to gain access soon, expanding premium ultra-fast charging to a broader customer base.\n \nLOS ANGELES TO DEPLOY 500 ZERO-EMISSIONS BUSES  \nLos Angeles is repurposing 500 zero-emission school buses for the 2028 Olympics, ensuring convenient, sustainable transit to most venues while showcasing innovative fleet logistics and energy resilience. These buses will also support backup power and grid services, underscoring the city’s commitment to clean mobility and infrastructure.\n \nFORD CEO CLAIMS CHINESE AUTOMAKERS GET ‘HUGE SUBSIDIES’  \nFord’s CEO highlights how Chinese manufacturers, backed by substantial state support, drive global innovation and affordability in the EV sector. The influx of new players and technologies is helping accelerate industry progress worldwide and expanding consumer choice.\n \nCIRCLE K OPENS FIRST 1MW TRUCK CHARGER IN SWEDEN  \nCircle K inaugurates Sweden’s first megawatt truck charger, greatly enhancing fast-charging options for heavy vehicles and reinforcing its leadership in Scandinavian ultra-fast charging. The expanding network benefits both heavy and light vehicles, supporting sustainable commercial transport across the region.\n \nPATENT IMAGE SHOWS POSSIBLE VOLVO EM90 PLUG-IN HYBRID  \nPatent filings for the Volvo EM90 hint at a possible plug-in hybrid variant, suggesting Volvo’s ongoing exploration of flexible powertrain options for global markets. Future updates for the U.S. could bring new electrified models as Volvo invests in hybrid technology at its American facility.\n \nTESLA ROADSTER RESERVATIONS REFUNDS APPEAR DIFFICULT TO REQUEST  \nTesla refunding Roadster deposits after years showcases the company’s policy to honor commitments, with customers remaining hopeful for an upcoming reveal and a vehicle that promises breakthrough performance. The anticipation for future Roadster developments keeps excitement high as Tesla aims for “the most impressive product demo of all time” by the end of 2025.\n \nLUCID AIR SAPPHIRE ACHIEVES RECORD ACCELERATION  \nThe Lucid Air Sapphire set a new benchmark in electric performance, achieving a record 0–60 mph time and quarter-mile acceleration with its powerful three-motor setup and specialized tires. 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But filed in the US well that could be possibly for US production Tesla's roadster reservations looked like they're quite difficult to cancel famous YouTube superstar really markets brown Lee finally gave enough to eight years and cancelled his and had all sorts of problems getting his money back. 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