InsideEVs @insideevs.com · Dec 31 The "godfather of EVs" has strong words for automakers plowing money into hybrids. 15 likes 1 replies ? Reply Replies InsideEVs · Dec 31 Palmer, who played a pivotal role in the development of the Nissan Leaf, calls hybrids "a transition strategy" that has allowed China to establish itself as a leader.