About this episode
Explore Lotus's groundbreaking hybrid technology with the new Samira and Electra models, boasting up to 1200 km combined range and 350 km pure electric range, featuring a 900V architecture and ultra-fast charging capabilities. Discover BYD's Denza Z9 GT introducing flash charging that can reach 70% in five minutes, even in extreme cold. Skoda's strong electric growth and Polestar's transparent lifecycle emissions reporting highlight the evolving EV landscape. The episode dives into advanced battery tech, charging infrastructure, and the push for sustainable, high-performance electric vehicles.
Featuring the New Hybrid Lotus and the incredible Denza Z9GT from BYD which can charge in 5 minutes.
Lotus Samira
"this is the EMEA The new Lotus Samira, British mid-engine track-tuned, it's civilized, ..."
Eletre Lotus Electra
"It's gonna be called the Lotus Electra delivers up to 350 kilometers of pure electric dr..."
Tesla Roadster
"... I got anywhere near Hethel was to see the Tesla Roadster, which was on its UK launch in 2007 or 2006."
Lotus Elise
"... to see the vehicle and it looked exactly like an Elise at the time because it was based on the Elise. L..."
Dodge Charger
"...durability and efficiency of both the car and the charger. Maybe it helped it because it was warm."
Chevrolet Volt
"The car has a state of the art 800 volt charging system. Many cars are coming out with a..."
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