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China’s Full Self-Driving, Solar Hats, and Hertz EV Misadventures
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China’s Xpeng Motors: Offering full self-driving on all Chinese roads. Solar Hats: A new solar hat capable of charging your phone is now available. Canadian EV Charging Network: An update on the still problematic Canadian EV charging network. Wildfire Smoke: A new study suggests that wildfire smoke may increase the risk of dementia. We also cover Hertz’s attempt to discourage one of our loyal listeners from renting an EV, provide a deep dive into the current EV market, and much more!
Key Topics: 1. China’s Xpeng Motors:- Xpeng Motors will offer its version of full self-driving on all Chinese roads this month. Learn more about the technology and its implications for the future of autonomous driving.
- Discover the new solar hat equipped with solar panels on the brim, enough to charge your phone. Or consider a Clean Energy Show hat and simply charge your phone before you leave home!
- James checks on a Canadian EV charging network that’s been almost completely broken for years, revealing the ongoing struggles and ownership by an oil company.
- A recent study suggests that exposure to wildfire smoke may increase the risk of dementia. We discuss the implications as wildfire smoke becomes more prevalent.
- A listener from Dublin shares their experience renting an EV from Hertz in Ireland, including the challenges they faced and the ultimate success of their road trip from Dublin to Lisdoonvarna.
- Our listener’s adventure and the Clean Energy Show’s dramatized reenactment of their Hertz rental experience, featuring AI Brian as the Evil Hertz Manager
- A listener shares their thoughts on Bill Gates’ nuclear advocacy and the future of iron-air batteries versus Chinese LFP technology.
- China: Set to establish hard targets for overall emissions from 2026, accelerating its decarbonization efforts.
- BYD in Canada: BYD plans to enter the Canadian market with a partnership with Uber for 100,000 rideshare EVs.
- Tesla’s EV Strategy: Insights into Tesla scaling back its EV ambitions and the impact on domestic EV adoption.
- Lion Electric: Cuts workforce by 30% amid slower EV demand.
- Amazon EV Milestone: Reaches 15,000 electric delivery vans in service.
- Netherlands Electricity: Wind and solar generated 58% of electricity in June 2024.
- Chile’s EV Plan: Chile to phase out petrol cars by 2035.
- China’s EV Market: EVs now account for nearly 50% of all car sales in China.
- European Consumer Trends: The percentage of European consumers planning to buy all-electric vehicles has remained steady at 43%.
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Manage episode 432853782 series 2865882
China’s Xpeng Motors: Offering full self-driving on all Chinese roads. Solar Hats: A new solar hat capable of charging your phone is now available. Canadian EV Charging Network: An update on the still problematic Canadian EV charging network. Wildfire Smoke: A new study suggests that wildfire smoke may increase the risk of dementia. We also cover Hertz’s attempt to discourage one of our loyal listeners from renting an EV, provide a deep dive into the current EV market, and much more!
Key Topics: 1. China’s Xpeng Motors:- Xpeng Motors will offer its version of full self-driving on all Chinese roads this month. Learn more about the technology and its implications for the future of autonomous driving.
- Discover the new solar hat equipped with solar panels on the brim, enough to charge your phone. Or consider a Clean Energy Show hat and simply charge your phone before you leave home!
- James checks on a Canadian EV charging network that’s been almost completely broken for years, revealing the ongoing struggles and ownership by an oil company.
- A recent study suggests that exposure to wildfire smoke may increase the risk of dementia. We discuss the implications as wildfire smoke becomes more prevalent.
- A listener from Dublin shares their experience renting an EV from Hertz in Ireland, including the challenges they faced and the ultimate success of their road trip from Dublin to Lisdoonvarna.
- Our listener’s adventure and the Clean Energy Show’s dramatized reenactment of their Hertz rental experience, featuring AI Brian as the Evil Hertz Manager
- A listener shares their thoughts on Bill Gates’ nuclear advocacy and the future of iron-air batteries versus Chinese LFP technology.
- China: Set to establish hard targets for overall emissions from 2026, accelerating its decarbonization efforts.
- BYD in Canada: BYD plans to enter the Canadian market with a partnership with Uber for 100,000 rideshare EVs.
- Tesla’s EV Strategy: Insights into Tesla scaling back its EV ambitions and the impact on domestic EV adoption.
- Lion Electric: Cuts workforce by 30% amid slower EV demand.
- Amazon EV Milestone: Reaches 15,000 electric delivery vans in service.
- Netherlands Electricity: Wind and solar generated 58% of electricity in June 2024.
- Chile’s EV Plan: Chile to phase out petrol cars by 2035.
- China’s EV Market: EVs now account for nearly 50% of all car sales in China.
- European Consumer Trends: The percentage of European consumers planning to buy all-electric vehicles has remained steady at 43%.
Links Mentioned:
The Clean Energy Show is released every week, so be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get new episodes delivered to you free!
SUPPORT THE SHOW
Make a small donation to our podcast today via our PayPal Donate page.
E-transfer: cleanenergyshow@gmail.com
James Whittingham's comedy podcast Sneeze! with James Whittingham
RATE AND REVIEW US
See The Clean Energy Show on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our show.
OUR STORE
Visit our Merchandise store for T-shirts, hats, and more!
CONTACT US
Email: cleanenergyshow@gmail.com
TikTok Channel: Clean Energy Pod
YouTube Channel: The Clean Energy Show
X (Twitter): Clean Energy Pod
Threads: @cleanenergypod
Bluesky: Clean Energy Pod
James Whittingham: Twitter
Brian Stockton: Twitter
Leave us an online voicemail at SpeakPipe
Copyright 2024.
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