Episode

A Chat with Max Patten

Podcast: Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles
Published: May 1, 2026
Duration seconds: 2356
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Summary

In this episode, Max Patten of EVs for All America discusses the deep politicization of electric vehicles in the U.S. and the need for a non-partisan approach to consumer education. He explores how shifting political perceptions, driven by the economic benefits of local EV manufacturing, are creating a new landscape for broader adoption across the political spectrum.