From Transport Evolved. ⚠️ Viewer Advisory Today’s show contains automaker-supplied footage with flashing lights and images between 6:15 and 7:11 (IONIQ 6 N Story) that may affect viewers with photosensitive conditions *Viewer discretion is advised* 📖 Want to read our ENTIRE Shownotes and follow source links? You’ll find them all here: https://nextcloud.transportevolved.com/s/HKfFagwLXPW8XCa —– 🎬 Welcome…

From Transport Evolved. Volvo has, historically, been known for making quite conventionally-designed and engineered cars, with safety and longevity put at the top of the priority list. So when Volvo announced the new EX30 electric car, it broke with a lot of its tradition in developing a brand-new car built with a heavy emphasis on…

From Transport Evolved. We’re back from our week-long break – and while we were gone, HR.1 – aka the "One Big Beautiful Bill" passed both houses and was signed into law. While much of what we feared would be in it was taken out at the last minute, there’s still massive implications for people hoping…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to episode 539 of TEN! On today’s show, Artemis breaks cover at Aptera, Xiaomi sets a new Nürburgring record (again), and Škoda overtakes Tesla in EV sales in Europe. These stories and more on today’s show! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 — Get…

From Transport Evolved. While we’re fans of fully battery electric vehicle at the channel, there’s been something of a noticeable pushback by both the auto industry and legislators in some markets against EVs. In their place, we’re seeing a resurgence of interest in plug-in hybrids. But are plug-in hybrids really a good idea? Are they…

From Transport Evolved. It’s been a while since we gave you a TE update video – and given everything that’s been going on (both at TE and in the wider world) we took advantage of a spate of misfortune to give you an important feedback – and "Your Questions Asked" video. And yes, it’s a…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show!  Today, the next-generation Nissan LEAF gets revealed, Aptera confirms its production intent reveal, and a digger shows up with ICE vehicles underground! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 – Go to https://bit.ly/transportevolvedEVraffle for your chance to win a Rivian R1T or…

From Transport Evolved. Today’s video is sponsored by EnergySage! Follow this link to start your journey to your own home-made solar energy today! – https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 —– As we approach the Summer Solstice – and thus the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere, Kate and Nikki are both exploring how their respective family solar systems are…

From Transport Evolved. Today’s video is sponsored by EnergySage! Follow this link to start your journey to your own home-made solar energy today! – https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 —– As we approach the Summer Solstice – and thus the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere, Kate and Nikki are both exploring how their respective family solar systems are…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show!  On today’s show: Kia’s EV9 sells out for the 2025 model year, the U.S. War on green, and Xiaomi sets a new Nürburgring record.  — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 – Go to https://bit.ly/transportevolvedEVraffle for your chance to win a Rivian…

From Transport Evolved. Back at the end of last year, we installed Ohmmu batteries in both Nikki’s 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV and her 2023 Ford F150 Lightning. Ohmmu’s batteries – available as LiFePo and NaCl models – offer alternatives to 12-Volt lead-acid battery packs for EVs. lighter, and less susceptible to the usual issues associate…

From Transport Evolved. The Comma 3 advanced driver assistance add-on for Kate’s Kia Niro started having some concerning issues about 8 months ago. She has tried various fixes, but it’s now reached the point where she has to strip it down and hopefully fix it. Detailing the process Kate disassembles her Comma 3 and attempts…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to Transport Evolved News! On today’s show: while EV sales elsewhere soar, US customers sour on EVs; electric pickup sales aren’t doing well; and two big electric airplane companies celebrate milestones! These stories and more on today’s show! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262…

From Transport Evolved. General Motors’ Ultium Platform underpins a wide range of EVs in the GM stable, from the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Equinox EV through to the all-out Hummer EV. It also powers two vehicles sold under the Honda/Acura badge: the Honda Prologue, and the Acura ZDX. Today we’re putting the highest-spec version of…

From Transport Evolved. It’s been quite a tough few weeks for the EV world, and with an increase in both harassment and spam inside our inbox, we decided to let you know some of the truly bizarre (and sometimes amusing) emails we’ve been getting. Some of it is run-of-the-mill spam. Some of it targets us…

From Transport Evolved. [Editorial note] : we’re aware there’s a tiny edit bug right before our closing credits, but we’ve decided to keep it in. If you see it, well done! You watched all the way through 😉 [/Editorial note] ~~~~~ Today, the fight begins for keeping EV policies alive, renewables overtake coal and nuclear,…

From Transport Evolved. Last week, the U.S. Federal Government made the first step toward enacting President Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill", a massive, one-thousand–plus page piece of legislation that hides a massive amount of sweeping measures inside what should be a traditional budget bill. Aside from massive cuts to social programs, increased tax bills for…

From Transport Evolved. Certain ‘news’ outlets have been complaining of late that someone, somewhere, is stealing our ‘wind’. And that wind-farms becoming more widespread will lead to catastrophic impacts on wind across the world. So today we look at what the phenomenon of wind-shadowing is, and what can be done about it. —– 00:00 –…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, EV owners see the cost to drive electric soar thanks to President Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill;" some automakers pull back on EV plans as a result; and Chinese automaker BYD shows its latest affordable offering aimed at taking on legacy automakers in Europe. These stories and…

From Transport Evolved. When we got a chance to drive the Volkswagen ID. Buzz at its North American press launch last year, we were admittedly a little bothered by its pretty high price tag, despite its excellent driving road manners. But after a week with it, we think our initial verdict was a little harsh.…

From Transport Evolved. Note: This video features a sponsored segment. Transport Evolved will receive a commission for items purchased through our affiliate link. —- It’s been a few months since our last update video on Nikki’s Vectrix VX-1, and by now, she’d hoped her Vectrix VX-1 would be back together and ready for longer-range rides.…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, Slate Auto celebrates 100k hand-raisers, Toyota reveals a new lineup for North America, and a new electric tractor with removable batteries. These stories and more on today’s show! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 — Get involved: – https://indivisible.org/town-hall-resources —…

From Transport Evolved. The majority of new electric vehicles coming to market today have decided to forgo a spare wheel in favor of a can of fix-a-flat. The reasons? Weight saving, cost, and the fact that many people don’t use their spare tires (or want to change them). But should your EV get a spare…

From Transport Evolved. 00:00 – Introduction 02:40 – Things are getting mroe expensive 04:25 – How price changes might (or might not) impact you 05:25 – How public charging prices are impacted 08:53 – How YOU Can get cheaper public charging 10:06 – TOU and You 12:28 – Membership pricing 15:16 – Discounted and sponsored…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, quarterly figures from Ford, Rivian, and Lucid, Mercedes-Benz makes a poor engineering choice, and Škoda teaches about inclusion. These stories and more on today’s show! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 — Get involved: – https://indivisible.org/town-hall-resources — Support the show:…

From Transport Evolved. The Advanced Technology Vehicle Loans provided by the US government helped massively expand Nissan LEAF production, brought large scale EV battery manufacturing facilities to the US, has promised to help Rivian expand and was a huge part of what allowed Tesla to reach production. Those loans might now be going away. We…

From Transport Evolved. Depending on the side of the world you live, you might find the concept of electric vans a logical transition forward from the internal combustion engine ones you’re used to seeing on the roads. Or perhaps you’re someone who feels the same way about massive, over-specced electric pickup trucks. But which is…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, news of several battery breakthroughs, Rivian has the sense to stockpile its batteries ahead of tariffs, and a new reverse world record! These stories and more on today’s show! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 — Get involved: – https://indivisible.org/town-hall-resources…

From Transport Evolved. For the past few weeks, we’ve been dropping the ball a little when it comes to our Patreon supporter list. We’re sorry. There’s been a lot going on. Hopefully, this video will explain all. —- Presenter: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield. Script: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield, Kate Walton-Elliott Camera, Editor, Colorist: Vi Horton Art and Animation: Erin…

From Transport Evolved. We’ve spent some time testing EV specific tires (or tyres) over the years, and one question that’s come up again and again relates to off-road capable tires for larger EVs like pickup trucks and SUVs. General wisdom says that the more aggressive the tread and more capable the off-road tire is, the…

From Transport Evolved. This one has been coming for a while. We can’t wait. 😉 — Find our postal address: https://www.transportevolved.com Buy one this month’s T-Shirt: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/159716434 — Presenter, Script, Audio: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield Camera, Editor, Colorist: Vi Horton Art and Animation: Erin Carlie Producer: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield © Transport Evolved LLC, 2025 —- Join this channel…

From Transport Evolved. 1:49 Green Steel 07:59 Green/Blue hydrogen 17:39 Green steel again This year we have a chance to move the needle a little on green steel adoption in the automotive industry. There’s a proposal to make one of the largest automakers in the US be way more transparent about it’s green steel adoption…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, Slate Auto reveals its no-nonsense, budget-oriented pickup, CATL announces breakthrough battery tech, and the BMW i3 Replacement battery you can buy from China. These stories and more on TEN 530! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 — Get involved: –…

From Transport Evolved. As tariffs make EVs more expensive in the U.S. – and demand for cars continues to grow (especially EVs), we’re expecting the prices of used EVs to start going up quite dramatically, especially considering that searches for used EVs are now at an all-time high. (And sure, used EV prices are 40%…

From Transport Evolved. If you invest in the stock market – either directly or indirectly – you get to benefit financially when a company does well. If it has a good quarter and turns a decent profit, your shares increase in value. If it announces a new product that gets everyone excited, your shares become…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, the Kia EV4 gets its North American debut, EV Sales continue to rise despite Donald Trump, and the McMurtry Spéirling goes upside down in a world-first… plus much more! —- Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org – EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 — Get involved: – https://indivisible.org/town-hall-resources…

From Transport Evolved. Back in 2021, Kate started work on a properly DIY conversion of her 1969 Morris Minor 1000 to an EV. In the past 4 episodes she talked through the build plan, and the build up of the OpenInverter board from parts, and its installation in a Toyota hybrid inverter. But then things…

From Transport Evolved. A few weeks ago, we made a video on the channel about Lidar – and its place in semi-autonomous vehicles. And in that video, Kate disclosed that both she and Nikki drive vehicles without LIDAR. So today, we thought it about time we give you an update on the Chevrolet Bolt EV…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! On the show – The U.S. aims to reintroduce coal while prosecuting environmental protection policies, BYD prices its first megawatt-capable cars, and Verge Motorcycles sets a new range record (with a caveat). More stories and updates coming next! — Here are today’s sponsors: – Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org…

From Transport Evolved. A few weeks back in TEN we covered a paper that explores a novel organic cathode for use in Sodium Ion batteries. A cathode that has the advantage of being made from super accessible and cheap materials, and potentially produces a battery with an incredible service life. Y’all asked us to look…

From Transport Evolved. At the end of March, Aptera made its first long-distance road trip of its production-intent solar electric car. Not only did it post some impressive efficiency figures (even if you take into account the net downhill nature of the route), but it showed how far the company’s progress toward market readiness has…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! On the show — the U.S. tariffs that threaten worldwide economies and the auto industry, Trevor Milton’s pardon, and Waymo racks up some serious parking tickets. More stories and updates coming next! Here are today’s sponsors: Electric Vehicle Association: https://www.myeva.org EnergySage: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 Get involved: Town Hall Action Tools:…

From Transport Evolved. Way back when Nikki picked up her original F150 Lightning in 2022, she earned some ‘points’ with Ford’s points program to spend on accessories and equipment at her local Ford dealership. And either through tackiness or boredom (we’re not entirely sure which), she opted to get a ‘free’ Putco Emblem (https://www.ford.com/product/lighted-ford-oval-front-halogen-led-reflector-for-vehicles-with-front-camera-p2797935143) –…

From Transport Evolved. The recent video from Mark Rober comparing a Tesla on Autopilot and a LiDAR equipped Luminar vehicle has led to a lot of comments online about Tesla’s camera only system being unsafe, or alternatively shouts of "fake news" from Tesla fans. So today we’re going to dig deep into camera based semi-autonomous…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, BYD posts its 2024 financials, the U.S. President announces 25% tariffs on all vehicles not made in the U.S., and Chevrolet is the fastest-growing EV brand in the U.S. These stories and more, coming next! Here are today’s show sponsors: Electric Vehicle Association – https://www.myeva.org EnergySage –…

From Transport Evolved. Nearly fifteen years ago, Nikki’s career as an automotive journalist was given a kick start when her friend Chelsea Sexton suggested she travel to London to meet with the then-editor-in-chief of automotive news site GreenCarReports. A lot has happened since then, but much of it would never have happened were it not…

From Transport Evolved. Today is Trans Day of Visibility, and, in a world where trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming people are under attack across the U.S., we’ve decided to partner with Action For Trans Equality – a U.S. 501 (c)(3) to raise money for this important advocacy group. So, we’re holding an AMA session and…

From Transport Evolved. The Vectrix VX-1 project is edging ever-closer to the day we can actually put our new battery pack in and start riding – but in today’s update, Nikki explains in a little more detail what she’s been doing to charge the battery packs up, how she plans on compressing the battery pack…

From Transport Evolved. Welcome to today’s show! Today, BYD unveils a new fast charger that can add 250 miles of range in just 5 minutes. Renault confirms the Renault 5 Turbo 3E with in-wheel motors, and the XGames appears afraid of EVs. These stories and more, coming next! These stories and more are coming next!…

From Transport Evolved. We were asked by y’all to give some more depth on the recent study that came out examining the comparative performance of monocrystalline and polycrystalline battery cells. So Kate sat down for a while with the paper, digested the details and is now able to bring you the highlights to why the…