AAH #690 - What The Heck Is Happening With That $25,000 Tesla?
About this episode
Discussion centers around Tesla's rumored cancellation of the $25,000 model and its implications for the EV market. The hosts debate whether this decision reflects Tesla's challenges in producing affordable electric vehicles amidst rising competition, particularly from Chinese manufacturers. They also explore the potential of Tesla's robotaxi concept and the Cybertruck's mixed reception. The conversation shifts to Ford's struggles with the Lightning and the need for GM to pivot back to hybrids, while Toyota's future in the EV space is also examined, highlighting its potential to surprise the market with innovative offerings.
Ford F-150 Lightning
"...azing. You're saying the first generation was the Lightning. Yeah, Lightning and Makia and transit transit. S..."
Volkswagen Beetle
"...mall car of all time in the US was the Volkswagen Beetle, which, with practically no Japanese competition ..."
Ford Maverick
"..., they would come out with what we now see as the Maverick in terms of being a small, popular, highly popula..."
Ford Model T
"...ne was when they were assembling magnetos for the Model T. And it wasn't a moving assembly line. There was ..."
Ford Orion
"...where in Oregon SAT. They haven't said no because orion Is is electric truck. Well, but that that project..."
Toyota Prius
"...t with an EV that will be as revolutionary as the Prius was when it came out. So I'll start with Bob. Sur..."
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