What you should find out about Volvo’s spinoff EV model.
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Episode: 294
Broadcast date: September 29, 2025
Visitor: Dean Shaw
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Lexus Drops Mannequin, Driving the Redesigned Leaf,
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(Present Notes)
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Information
Jill and Tom open the present noting that the well-regarded Hyundai Kona EV small electrical crossover is simply provided in a dozen states, so availability could be very restricted. This level comes into play because the hosts talk about the redesigned Nissan Leaf later within the present.
Truck Tariffs
Tom shares information relating to new tariffs, this time on heavy-duty vehicles. Curiously, big-truck maker Volvo (Volvo, Mack) produces nearly all of its autos within the U.S. Pay attention in for the place different heavy-duty truck makers construct their merchandise.
Lexus Drops Mannequin
Different essential automobile information coated: Lexus will probably be discontinuing the LS massive sedan within the U.S. after 2026. For ’26, the posh flagship will probably be provided solely in Heritage Version trim. Manufacturing will probably be restricted.
Nissan Leaf Overview
Nonetheless within the first phase, Jill critiques the all-new Nissan Leaf, which isn’t solely redesigned, but additionally now a crossover. Jill is impressed by the small electrical Nissan’s trip and dealing with, in addition to its vary and worth. Pay attention in for her full overview.
Studying about Polestar
Within the second phase, Jill and Tom welcome Polestar North American Communications Chief Dean Shaw to the podcast. Dean discusses Polestar’s relationship with Volvo, its present product lineup, and vendor community. Polestar has two new merchandise arriving quickly. Pay attention in for particulars.
Pontiac Quiz
Within the final phase, Jill is subjected to Tom’s “Is it a Pontiac?” quiz. Jill additionally shares particulars of her upcoming Rebelle Rally tour. Jill will probably be out for the following two weeks.
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