Congress Sledgehammers EVs, Tesla’s Brand Destruction & New Toyota RAV4

May 23, 10:00 AM

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Toyota ends the EV game for real, and Elon Musk is returning to Tesla, but is it too late? Plus, how will the Trump tax bill slow down the US EV industry?

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.
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