Episode Summary:In this episode, Jeremy Michalek, a professor at Carnegie Mellon University, joins the show to discuss the economic and environmental trade-offs of electric vehicles (EVs). He explores the comparative benefits of hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and full battery EVs, emphasizing that the optimal choice often depends on individual driving habits and regional electricity sources. Jeremy also delves into the limitations of current EV subsidies and policies, suggesting more efficient alternatives. Additionally, he touches on the lifecycle impacts of EVs, including battery production and grid emissions, and offers insights into the role of public transit and autonomous vehicles in future mobility. This conversation provides a nuanced perspective on electrification and sustainable transport policy.Support the Show<a href="http://www.supportkilowatt.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.supportkilowatt.com</a>Other Podcasts:<ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthepostfm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond the Post YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.beyondthepost.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond the Post Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://shows.acast.com/shuffle-playlist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shuffle Playlist</a></li><li><a href="https://www.918digital.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">918Digital Website</a></li></ul>Guest Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.meche.engineering.cmu.edu/directory/bios/michalek-jeremy.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jeremy Michalek Faculty Page at CMU</a></li><li><a href="https://www.cmu.edu/me/ddl/jmichalek/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jeremy Michalek’s Research Group Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.cmu.edu/cit/veg/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vehicle Electrification Group at Carnegie Mellon</a></li></ul>*ART PROVIDED BY DALL-eSupport this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt">http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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