This podcast is brought to you by CURRENT Redefine your Banking
with Current The Future of personal Finance.
Manage your money smarter, faster, and on the go.
No hidden fees, instant transaction alerts and savings
goals you can actually achieve. I've been using Current for
years and they were a great institution.
If you'd like to get $50 by signing up to Current, please
follow the link in the show notes Join Current Today and
Experience Banking that Keeps up with you.
Welcome back to the Elon Musk podcast.
This is a show where we discuss. The critical.
Crossroads That Shape, SpaceX, Tesla X, The Boring Company, and
Neuralink, and I'm your host Will Walden.
The Tesla Model 3 Highland Edition is redefining EV
charging efficiency, and it surpassed previous models and
speed. And it's coming very close to
the convenience of gas station Phillips.
A new analysis by EMCI Testing highlights the vehicle's
performance, showcasing how it adds range in the crucial 6
minute mark, which is a duration benchmark, to a typical gas
station stop. So it takes you about 6 minutes
to fill up your car. So Emci's research, named MP
Six, is focused on assessing the charging capabilities of
electric vehicles to see which ones can charge the fastest.
This approach is designed to align electric charging times
with traditional refuelling times, aiming for a seamless
transition for consumers from gas cars or ICE cars to electric
vehicles without increasing the duration of stops during travel.
Now, the latest results from the MP Six test revealed that
Tesla's Model 3 Highland has significantly improved its
charging performance, now leading the pack.
Previously, the Toyota BZ 4X held the top spot #1 champion,
but Tesla has made notable advancements doubling the
charging performance of the BZ 4X from earlier tests.
And one of the key factors in the Model 3 Highlands impressive
results is its charging tech. According to AMCI, the vehicle
achieves a maximum charging rate 174 kilowatts within the first
minute of connecting to test the Supercharger network.
This rapid performance is pivotal in allowing the vehicle
to maximize the charge it receives within the brief 6
minute window. Now the scoring from AMCI put
the Model 3 Highland at the 60.5 MP six score significantly
higher than his competitors. And following Tesla in the
rankings were the Toyota BZ 4X at 35 MP six and the Ford
Mustang Mach E at 32.6 MP six, with other contenders like the
Mercedes-Benz EQE and Hyundai Iconic 5 trailing further
behind. Now the Director of EMCI Testing
pointed out the potential changes in performance when test
the vehicles are tested on non Tesla charging networks.
This consideration hits at the importance of compatible
charging infrastructure in achieving optimal charging
times. So you want to be near a
supercharger when you need to fill up here now.
They also said the advantages of having a synchronized network
where the vehicle and charger are designed to work together
are paramount in getting these charge times.
Tesla's unique position as the only EV manufacturer with an
extensive proprietary charging network plays a crucial role in
his leading performance. Now, Amci's ongoing evaluation
of EVs not only examines the speed of charging, but also
reflects A broader ecosystem of vehicle and network integration.
Results from Tesla show that the potential for manufacturers to
significantly enhance user convenience when they control
both environments, the charger and the vehicle.
In addition to its advanced EV tech, this has been experiencing
fluctuations in its workforce, particularly in Mexico,
recently, despite expanding its presence with new job listings
early in the year. The company has recently removed
several job listings from its career page amid broader
layoffs. Tesla's staffing changes aligned
with a broader strategy of cost optimization and increased
productivity, as stated by CEO Elon Musk.
And in an e-mail, Musk revealed plans to reduce the global
workforce by about 10%, emphasizing the difficult but
necessary nature of these decisions for future growth.
Now, these layoffs have impacted Tesla's operations worldwide
with various execution speeds due to differing labor laws.
In the US and China, the layoffs were implemented swiftly, while
in Europe they're subject to more extended procedural
requirements. Despite these layoffs, local
officials in Mexico, where Tesla is building its next
Gigafactory, have reassured that the construction and long term
plans for the facility will not be affected and this suggests A
continued commitment to expanding Tesla's manufacturing
capabilities in the region. Now, AMCI is MP 6 testing and
Tesla's charging capabilities are part of a broader industry
trend focusing on improving the practicality of electric
vehicles. These tests are crucial for
consumers considering A VS as they provide clear metrics on
how these vehicles can meet daily needs similar to
traditional cars. And the importance of such tech
is talked about by David Stuckels, who's the CEO of AMCI
Global, who said the significance of Tesla's
achievements in the context of real world applications like Rd.
trips across the country. And these results demonstrate
not just technological innovation, but also potential
shifts in consumer behavior towards electric vehicles.
If you could charge your vehicle in around 6 minutes, that is a
quick stop at the gas station currently.
So looking ahead, AMCI Testing plans to expand its evaluations
to include how non Tesla vehicles perform on Tesla's
infrastructure and vice versa. Such studies could further
influence the strategies of other manufacturers regarding EV
technology and the development of charging networks.
Established in 1984, AMCI Testing has built a reputation
for detailed and impartial analysis across various
automotive technologies. The work is vital in setting
standards in the auto industry, helping guide both consumer
choices in manufacturing advancements and the recent
developments in Tesla 3 Highland.
Model 3 Highland and the broader EV charging dynamics highlight a
significant movement in the transition towards electric
mobility. The ability of EVs to match the
convenience of gas stations and charging times is a major step
forward in their adoption. Could you imagine charging your
car in 6 minutes, pulling up to the front door of the service
station, going get a burger? That'd be great.
Remember when that was Tesla's thing?
When Elon Musk was saying they're building out these
massive charging stations, they're gonna have burger stands
and all sorts of fun stuff like that.
And now all that is going away as well.
So not only did they cut 10% of their workforce, they're also
cutting new development of supercharger stations.
So I guess we're not gonna be seeing these wonderful places to
stop on the side of the road in the future, which is kind of a
bummer. So let me know what you think in
the comments about this, if it If you do have comments on your
podcast platform or on YouTube, let me know in the comments down
below what you think of this, because I don't know.
I'm the workforce. It's a it's a bummer and I
totally get it. I understand where they're
coming from, but I totally understand as well that it's a
harsh reality. When you're working in this
industry and you can have a swift layoff from something like
Tesla, it must not feel very good.
O the leadership that's in charge of fast charging is not
just a technical achievement, it's also a benchmark for the
industry. 6 minutes 6 1/2 minutes, That's great.
Hey, thank you so much for listening today.
I really do appreciate your support.
If you could take a second and hit the subscribe or the follow
button on whatever podcast platform that you're listening
on right now, I greatly appreciate it.
It helps out the show tremendously and you'll never
miss an episode and each. Episode.
Is about 10 minutes or less to get you caught up quickly.
And please, if you want to support the show even more, go
to patreon.com slash. Stage 0.
And please take care of yourselves and each other and
I'll see you tomorrow.