In March, the US Environmental Protection Agency announced a new rule that mandates automakers to increase the number of battery-powered vehicles they produce. By 2032, over half of all new cars sold in the US must be electric, with plug-in hybrid cars also meeting this requirement. This has led to an influx of hybrid cars in the market. In this episode, we discuss what this means for potential car buyers, explaining the differences between plug-in hybrids, full hybrids, and electric cars. We also address options for individuals living in apartments without easy access to charging stations.
Our guest for this episode is WIRED staff writer Aarian Marshall, who provides expert analysis on hybrid cars. You can read Aarian’s articles on the new US emissions rules and automakers’ struggles to reach their electric car sales targets.
For recommendations, Aarian suggests attending a baseball game where you can bring your dog, and Mike recommends the novel “The New York Trilogy” by Paul Auster. Lauren recommends “The Lights” by Ben Lerner, a collection of poetry and prose.
You can find Aarian Marshall on social media @aarianmarshall, Lauren Goode @LaurenGoode, and Michael Calore @snackfight. To stay updated on the latest tech news, follow @GadgetLab. This podcast is produced by Boone Ashworth (@booneashworth), with theme music by Solar Keys.
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