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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla (TSLA) has a new ‘Champion of People,’ aka head of HR

Tesla (TSLA) faces more rumors that it is cutting production in China

Elon Musk might need new Tesla-backed margin loans to support Twitter

Tesla taps its head of China to take over Gigafactory Texas

Volkswagen’s next-gen MEB+ platform offers faster charging, 125 miles of added range

Honda just secured enough battery capacity to put 1 million EVs on the road

Hyundai shares IONIQ 6 pricing and specs that do not include 53 kWh battery in UK

Sono Motors launches Hail Mary purchase campaign to keep Sion solar EV alive

All-electric Chevy Camaro and Cadillac Escalade brands will be the next GM EV spinoffs

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla says it is adding radar in its cars next month amid self-driving suite concerns

Tesla on self-driving claims: ‘failure to realize long-term, aspirational goal is not fraud’

Tesla launches in Thailand, opens Model 3 and Y orders at competitive prices

Elon Musk tells Biden that Tesla is opening its Supercharger network, but how?

Outlet claims Tesla China president will replace Elon Musk as CEO right after losing fake news case

Honda unveils $7,300 light electric van to meet the high demand for commercial EVs

https://youtu.be/gEDZfgteIMs

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla Gigafactory Berlin in ‘total chaos,’ says worker in report about labor issues

Ram teases electric truck a month ahead of debut, giving a glimpse into the ‘future of Ram’

Ford F-150 Lightning EVs deployed in US National Forests for new pilot program

Two thirds of Ford dealers are joining the Model e program – but the other third won’t sell any EVs until 2027

Ford’s new EV dealer network will result in one of the largest DC fast-charging networks in the US

Ford’s new EV dealer network will result in one of the largest DC fast-charging networks in the US

Dual Motor Polestar 2 gets improved performance via $1,200 OTA update

VinFast poised for IPO ahead of global mid- and full-size electric SUV deliveries

Squad solar electric city car is coming to the US for $6,250 

https://youtu.be/xbeR_0Vg6bY

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Did Tesla reveal a smaller two-door Cybertruck?

Tesla (TSLA) achieves record deliveries in China, but reportedly slows down output [Updated]

Tesla Model 3 prototype spotted ahead of rumored design refresh

Tesla Semi looks incredible as an electric motorhome

Tesla releases new software update to improve Sentry Mode

Tesla drivers believe they are experiencing more road rage

Tesla didn’t say a word about Tesla Semi being equipped with Autopilot/Self-Driving

Toyota to launch five new ‘Bz’ BEVs in Europe as it works toward 50% EV sales by 2030

Ford breaks ground at BlueOval SK Battery Park, a key factor in achieving 2M run rate goal

https://youtu.be/avucfz7hbSA

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla Semi: Delivering a disruptive electric truck

 Watch Tesla Semi do something Bill Gates said wasn’t possible

Elon Musk confirms Tesla Semi has battery pack around 900 kWh, but more answers are needed

Hyundai showcases ‘sustainable high performance’ EV tech in IONIQ5 N teaser video

Ford’s November sales paints revealing picture of US auto industry as EV adoption climbs

Volkswagen plans North American battery plant, paving way for more EV tax credits

VW teases an upgraded ID.3 launching in 2023: Here’s what you can expect

https://youtu.be/c_ebR2feiTI

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla confirms Cybertruck is going to get 1 MW ultra-fast charging tech

Tesla (TSLA) gives $3,750 discount for Model 3/Y in the US this month

Tesla chief designer talks Cybertruck and teases upcoming new EV

Standards war? Things heat up between Tesla and CharIN

BMW designs EV suspension system that turns bumpy roads into usable power

Hyundai, Kia achieve record November US sales led by rising IONIQ5, EV6 demand

Ford invests another $180M in powertrain plant to supply 70% of European EVs

https://youtu.be/yRFivj2Zzf4

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla (TSLA) is planning massive output from Giga Texas in Q1 2023

Tesla secures large EV fleet order from Caltrans

Tesla senior director of engineering returns to Volvo

Tesla starts selling its chargers at Best Buy amid move to make its connector standard

Electric vanlife coming? 2024 Mercedes eSprinter impresses in 300 mile range, efficiency tests

150,000th Mustang Mach-E rolls off the line as Ford strives to make 2M EVs annually by 2026

Sacrilege? Electric Corvette 4-door and SUV variants are racing to market in 2025

Lightyear wins race to market with start of solar EV production in Finland

https://youtu.be/ZnFk1jr8f3M

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla still owns US EV market but is losing market share, shows new data

Tesla (TSLA) investors see negative impact of Elon Musk’s Twitter antics

Tesla updates mobile app with a good feature for lazy owners, and more

Rivian (RIVN) CEO discusses the road to profitability, supply chains, R2 platform, and more

VW reportedly in talks with Foxconn, Magna to manufacture Scout brand EVs

First batch of Lordstown Endurance EV pickups leaving Ohio Foxconn plant for delivery

Ford engineer behind Lightning EV tech explains why Pro Power Onboard is an emotional feature

https://youtu.be/AK2FtvTwPWI

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla blogs propagate fake news of chip joint venture, but why?

Tesla Model 3 redesign is codenamed ‘Project Highland,’ report says

Tesla Semi completes first 500-mile trip with a full load

VW CEO says EU is losing competitiveness while urging clean energy investments

Stellantis relaunches Lancia as all-electric marque, teases radical EV design

Polestar aims to dethrone Porsche 911 in dynamic driving with new electric sports car

Mercedes’ $1,200 EV update cuts 0-60 times by a second, but only in one market

Porsche 718 Boxster electric prototype spotted testing

https://youtu.be/t8lizj5xuSM

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Stories we discuss in this episode (with links):

Tesla now detects Autopilot cheating devices

Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta is now available to all owners in North America

Tesla adds another recall to a ‘Total Recall’ year

Tesla Supercharger is blocked by Mercedes EQS owned by dealer: publicity stunt or clueless driver?

Tesla reduces Supercharger prices as charging business matures

Tesla sketchy rumor: Dolby Atmos integration into sound system

Vinfast achieves milestone with first batch of VF8 EVs shipped to the US

Hyundai, SK On investing $1.9B in US battery factory with 20 GWh annual capacity

https://youtu.be/XTa_eYsmBLk

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