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Mar 15
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March 15, 2026 | Bonus Episode: Plug CEO...

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Daily Drive Executive Producer Jake Neher concludes his conversation with Plug CEO Jimmy Douglas about what dealers should expect from the used electric vehicle market in 2026 as 1.1 million leased EVs come back over the next three years. Plus, Automotive News’ Rudy Schork shares his experience testing the 2026 Dodge Charger lineup in real winter conditions ... Show More
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March 17, 2026 | Nissan hops on reverse-import bandwagon; Venturis CEO on supply chain crisis
Nissan will export its Tennessee-built Muranos to Japan, joining other Japanese automakers now doing reverse imports from the U.S. VinFast slashes North Carolina factory plans by 80 percent. Plus, Vinturas CEO Ronald Kleijwegt talks about how the Iran war is disrupting automotive ... Show More
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Yesterday
March 16, 2026 | Trump tariffs cost automakers $35B; Bosch’s Mohammad Fatouraie
Tariffs have cost automakers at least $35 billion since 2025, with Toyota hit hardest. China positions itself as the world’s electric vehicle safety cop. Plus, Mohammad Fatouraie of Bosch talks about navigating financial pressures from changing EV projections. 
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March 14, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Automakers pay big to retreat on EVs, but could the market make a comeback?
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