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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla gives employees more paid-time off if they feel sick, confirms operations will continue

Tesla Fremont factory is still operating despite Sheriff’s order

Sheriff: Tesla not an ‘essential business,’ factory must obey coronavirus shutdown order

Tesla updates employees on coronavirus, no plans on closing stores, offers no co-pilot test drives, and more

BMW and Mercedes shift CO2 strategy from EVs to plug-in hybrids

BMW 7 Series: the top, most powerful trim in next-gen flagship sedan will be all-electric

Xpeng P7 gets test permits for US roads

Tesla gives 2 months of free solar power with subscription starting at $65/mo

EGEB: New Mexico funds EVs and charging stations despite coronavirus squeeze

[Update: Lime suspends some services] Here’s how electric bikes and e-scooters can help prevent spreading coronavirus

Illegal e-bikes OK’d in NYC as food delivery lifeline amid coronavirus crisis

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