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The Change Optimist
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The Change Optimist Podcast. X-Googler. Dot-com refugee. Lover of goldendoodles. Huge NIN fan. I write a newsletter about the automotive industry and other stuff. People call me “Growdy".
Revisiting some old topics related to the global energy transition and the adoption of electric vehicles.

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Beating A Dead Gas-Powered Horse
Revisiting some old topics related to the global energy transition and the adoption of electric vehicles.
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June 30, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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ICYMI: Huawei filed a fantastic patent for a sulphide-based solid-state battery that offers driving ranges of up to 3,000 kilometres and ultra-fast charging in just five minutes.

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Huawei’s 3,000km solid-state battery patent with 5-minute charge ignites industry race
Huawei’s patent filing describes a sulfide-based solid-state battery targeting higher energy density and reduced charging time
carnewschina.com
June 26, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Octopus Energy has joined forces with BYD to announce the launch of the Power Pack Bundle – it includes a leased V2G-ready BYD Dolphin, a bi-directional Zaptec Pro charger and access to a smart tariff that offers completely FREE home charging.

octopus.energy/press/octopu...
Octopus & BYD turbocharge EV revolution with all inclusive car and charging bundle
octopus.energy
June 24, 2025 at 12:22 PM
It doesn't look like the company can pull the Cybercab, autonomous robotaxi launch out of their asses.

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Is Tesla Fucked Or Fine?
It doesn't look the company can pull the Cybercab, autonomous robotaxi launch out of their ass by the end of June.
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May 25, 2025 at 1:55 PM
‘Some places are never for sale’
May 6, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Well, thank god for small miracles.

"GM says Cadillac F1 project not affected by auto tariff hit"

Meanwhile, most folk won't be able to afford a new car.

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GM says Cadillac F1 project not affected by auto tariff hit
Reduced profit expectations and a potential $5 billion hit from automotive tariffs will not affect Cadillac's Formula One debut next season, General Motors President Mark Reuss said on Saturday.
www.reuters.com
May 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM
I legitimately can't tell if they are serious about this.

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Kawasakiが提案する未来のパーソナルモビリティ「CORLEO」
YouTube video by Kawasaki Group Channel
www.youtube.com
April 7, 2025 at 8:54 PM
How did everything get so fucking dumb?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxn0...
HAEZER - Dumb (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by HAEZER
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April 4, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Reposted by The Change Optimist
This is what happens when people speak up.
April 3, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Reposted by The Change Optimist
I may be tired and a little hoarse, but as I said again and again on the Senate floor, this is a moment where we cannot afford to be silent, when we must speak up.
April 2, 2025 at 1:09 AM
"You can be my wingman any time."

RIP Iceman
April 2, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Nissan wants to turn over a new Leaf.

www.motortrend.com/news/2026-ni...
www.motortrend.com
April 1, 2025 at 12:32 PM
US job increases won't likely be found on the factory floor.

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The US Is Preparing For The Wrong Future
US job increases won't likely be found on the factory floor.
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March 31, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Would you drive this vehicle made by Aptera?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0zw...
Aptera — The First Road Trip
YouTube video by Aptera
www.youtube.com
March 29, 2025 at 4:40 PM
To paraphrase Winston Churchill...

We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight them in our group chats, our text messages and with our emoji fists.
March 26, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Donald Trump promises to buy a Tesla after electric-car maker’s shares tumble

https://www.ft.com/content/6e2759de-8e56-4c20-be45-f8250e50f2a9
Donald Trump promises to buy a Tesla after electric-car maker’s shares tumble
US president’s late-night social media post follows company’s 15% share price drop
www.ft.com
March 11, 2025 at 9:11 AM
What the actual fuck.

White House official pushes to axe Canada from Five Eyes intelligence group - on.ft.com/4ix9e2D via @FT
White House official pushes to axe Canada from Five Eyes intelligence group
Peter Navarro wants to increase pressure on country that Donald Trump has threatened to annex
on.ft.com
February 25, 2025 at 3:44 PM