AAH #661 - EVs to AVs and The Confrontational Negotiations with the UAW
About this episode
The discussion dives into the evolution of electric vehicles (EVs) and autonomous vehicles (AVs), comparing current government incentives to past programs like Cash for Clunkers. Guests Paul Eikeelberg and Hannah Lutz share insights on the Inflation Reduction Act's impact on EV sales and the challenges faced by manufacturers. The conversation also touches on the UAW negotiations and the future of hybrid vehicles, while addressing the ongoing struggles of new entrants in the EV market. The episode highlights the complex interplay between technology, consumer behavior, and regulatory frameworks in shaping the automotive landscape.
Cadillac Lyric
"... has had issues with the hummer and I believe the lyric too in battery assembly. So this is a you know, a..."
Buick Century
"...hing that has been refined for for decades, for a century. It's not something that a new company can can le..."
Chevrolet Corvette
"know, the engine's trying to do one thing, the electric motor another, the transmission yet a third thing. I don't like the way they feel. So now if somebody came out with and probably Ferrari's going to be there and Corvette's going to be there and the like performance hybrids. Maybe I'll like the way they drive. But I'm telling you right now, and I'm not dissing"
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