Discussion on the adoption of the Tesla charging standard by automakers and its effects on the EV market, highlighting the benefits and challenges it brings. The chapter explores the potential creation of bespoke charging networks by automakers and the lack of industry answers to consumer concerns.
With all the furor over the state of electric vehicle sales in the US, Ed and Kirsten called on Tyson Jominy, VP of data and analytics for JD Power, to find out what exactly is happening with the US auto market. The resulting conversation covers the state of EV sales, the role of charging, the profits that are paying for it all, the not-unrelated disappearance of affordable cars, and more.