From InsideEVs.
Patrick and Tim kick off the show by discussing Toyota’s hybrid-only 2026 Toyota RAV4 and why it’s so huge for getting people into electrified vehicles. They recap Elon Musk’s media tour this week and fact-check his claim that Tesla sales are seeing a major rebound. They also dive into a brand reputation poll that did not turn out great for the EV brand.
Finally, the guys explain why America’s EV industry is headed for a slowdown thanks to Trump’s tax bill and other policies.
Further reading:
The 2026 RAV4 Hybrid
Bloomberg Interview with Elon Musk
Axios brand reputation poll
Congress Sledgehammers The EV Industry
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00:00 Introduction and Energy Boosts
00:08 Vacation Reflections and Car Culture in Mexico
03:03 Toyota’s Big Push into EVs
08:04 The Electrification of the RAV4
14:24 Elon Musk’s Media Tour and Tesla’s Brand Reputation
24:17 Tesla’s Demand and Sales Trends
27:36 The Future of Tesla’s Model Y and Cybertruck
29:27 Impact of Policy Changes on EV Market
33:38 Challenges Facing the EV Industry
37:13 Comparing EV Growth: US vs. China
42:14 The Future of Electric Vehicles in America
44:40 Positive Developments in EV Technology
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