In this episode, I break down how the Dutch government’s seizure of Chinese-owned Nexperia exposed Europe’s deep dependence on foreign semiconductor manufacturing.

Learn about Nexperia, their scale, market share and connection with Wingtech Technology and Chinese State Fund.

Learn how a ten day chain of events between the U.S., Netherlands, and China disrupted automotive supply chains, triggered factory shutdown warnings, and reshaped Europe’s semiconductor strategy.

The analysis also explores what this means for the future, and why Chinese OEM expansion in global markets may slow next.

Traton Charging Solutions is simplifying electric commercial transport.As an EMSP (Mobility Service Provider), it offers a range of capabilities, including contracting, invoicing, and utilization insights and has already identified more than 600 truck-ready sites across the EU.We discuss:⚡ How Traton Charging Solutions is solving the unique challenges of electric-truck charging🚛 Why trucks can’t share passenger-car charging stations🗺️ Route planning, booking & dynamic rerouting for logistics operators🔋 The role of Megawatt Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) for future fleets💰 How total cost of ownership (TCO) becomes competitive — even at €0.30–0.40 per kWhWhether you’re in fleet management, charging-infrastructure planning, or simply curious about the next stage of eMobility, this conversation offers rare insight into how Traton, Scania, and MAN are enabling the transition to zero-emission logistics.

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🕒 Chapters00:00 Introduction01:14 Traton Charging Solutions02:05 Why trucks need separate charging sites03:40 Route planning and charging strategy07:34 Megawatt charging & Reservation10:35 Pricing and TCO13:10 Vehicle to Grid potential📘 DisclaimerThis interview is not sponsored. Opinions are independent and based on an in-person discussion with Traton Charging Solutions at EVS Sweden 2025.

Mercedes-AMG GT XX didn’t just break records, it redefined EV endurance.In this Part 2 deep dive, I break down the math behind the record:- 40,075 km in 7.5 days at Nardò, Italy (~circumference of Earth)- Energy consumed: 20,000–22,850 kWh — equal to 8–9 years of EU driving or 4–5 years in the US- ~3,177 laps, ~38 charging stops per day, charging from 10–80% in ~5.7 min at 850 kW- How weather, wind, and track conditions impacted performance (spoiler: barely at all)- Why axial flux motors, cylindrical cells, and direct oil cooling were the real heroesThis isn’t about headline speeds or one-time stunts. It’s about repeatable performance and what it tells us about the EVs we’ll drive in the future.👉 If you missed Part 1 (The Facts & Technology), watch it here:https://youtu.be/PJgpfJOlgFM👉 Read my full article & newsletter: https://etechvolution.com🔔 Subscribe for more:I share in-depth EV reviews, charging analysis, and industry insights from 10+ years in automotive and e-mobility.#Mercedes #AMGGTXX #EV #ElectricVehicles #etechvolution #emobilityDISCLAIMER - All materials in these videos are used for educational purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have a problem with the use of said material, please send me an email at culturaltechvolution@gmail.com