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Apr 2025
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Hilary Platt
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Did you know that by 2035, over half of all cars sold globally could be electric—yet many still cost more than the average yearly salary? Welcome back to Adept English, the podcast where we help you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ English through fascinating real-world topics—like today’s deep dive into the electric vehicle EV market.


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"Affordability is the missing link in the EV revolution." Elon Musk


So if you’re ready to boost your English while unravelling the future of transport—from Chinese tech breakthroughs to why Elon Musk’s politics are costing him customers—hit play. By the end, you’ll not only grasp the language of innovation but also the real stakes behind the wheel. Let’s go!


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