China’s Full Self-Driving, Solar Hats, and Hertz EV Misadventures

The Clean Energy Show

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.

2. Solar Hat:

• 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!

3. Canadian EV Charging Network:

• 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.

4. Wildfire Smoke and Dementia:

• 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.

Listener Highlight:

• 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.

Hertz EV Rental Saga:

• 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

Listener Mail:

• A listener shares their thoughts on Bill Gates’ nuclear advocacy and the future of iron-air batteries versus Chinese LFP technology.

Major Climate Action:

• China: Set to establish hard targets for overall emissions from 2026, accelerating its decarbonization efforts.

Other Headlines:

• 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.

Lightning Round:

• 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:

• Solar Hat from Eco Flow
• BYD’s Entry into Canada
• China’s Emission Targets

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