Show Notes
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with MotorTrend's Mexico Editor, Miguel Cortina! Miguel talks about the success of his TWO documentaries for MotorTrend - "China's Big Bet On Mexico" & "Why America Is Struggling With EVs".
0:35 - Question of the Day: Concerns About EV Charging Infrastructure. 3:24 - About today's guest: MotorTrend's Mexico Editor. 6:45 - Miguel's Documentary Success. 11:20 - The Rise of Chinese Automakers in Mexico. 18:22 - Viral Success of Jonny's article, "You're Being Lied To About EVs". 25:52 - "Why America Is Struggling with EVs" Documentary. 29:00 - Engaging with Politicians on EV Policies. 36:52 - The Recycling Revolution in EVs. 39:36 - Understanding the Grid and EV Adoption. 42:24 - The Supply Chain Dilemma: Minerals Processing In the U.S. 45:58 - What's In Your Battery? 48:13 - Public Policy and the EV Landscape. 53:16 - NEVI Infrastructure Bill. 55:42 - The Role of Charging Infrastructure. 01:00:20 - Consumer Perspectives on EVs: Convenience & Price. 01:04:52 - Lessons From Creating The Docs. 01:06:08 - Are EVs InEVitable?
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