Brian Makse Talks Leaf and EV4

Episode Summary In this episode, we’re joined by automotive journalist Brian Makse to talk about the new Nissan Leaf and Kia EV4. Check out Brian's podcast and YouTube channel, Brian Drives Cars  for deeper, more meaningful conversations about car culture. I also break down a busy week in EV news, including Tesla opening its Supercharger network to more brands like Dodge, Jeep, and Fiat, while simultaneously expanding its powerful 500 kW V4 chargers in the U.S. On the software side, Tesla’s Full Self-Driving continues to face challenges, with delays in European approval and increased scrutiny from regulators in the U.S., even as new versions move closer to wider release. Meanwhile, competition in the EV space is heating up, with BMW pushing range boundaries, Rivian gaining support from Uber’s massive robotaxi investment, and several automakers scaling back or canceling EV programs. We wrap up with ongoing Tesla Roadster delays and what all of these developments mean for the future of electric vehicles and the industry as a whole. Support the Show https://www.supportkilowatt.com/ Other Podcasts Beyond the Post YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthepostfm Beyond the Post Podcast – https://www.beyondthepost.fm/ Shuffle Playlist – https://shows.acast.com/shuffle-playlist 918Digital Website – https://www.918digital.com/ Brian’s Links Brian Makse YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/brianmakse Brian Drives Cars Podcast – https://bleav.com/shows/brian-drives-cars/ Brian Makse Website – https://makse.com News Links Dodge, Jeep, Fiat and Others Gain Access to Tesla’s Supercharger Network Tesla Delays FSD Approval in Europe Again, Now Expects April 10 Tesla Opens More 500 kW V4 Superchargers in U.S. Tesla Fixes Wall Connector Wi-Fi Issue With Update 26.2 Uber’s $1.25 Billion Bet on Rivian Robotaxis Puts Pressure on Tesla The New BMW i3 EV Is a Road Trip Monster With 440 Miles of Range Musk Confirms Tesla FSD V14.3 Is in Testing, Wide Release Soon Tesla Faces Potential Recall in NHTSA Visibility Crash Probe Tesla Roadster Gets New Unveiling Date Once Again Elon Musk Claims Tesla Roadster Unveil Is Coming Next Month Honda Prologue May Be Next as Honda Cancels Three EVs The Volvo EX30 Joins America’s Growing EV Graveyard New BMW iX3 Gets 50,000 Orders in Its First Six Months Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.