AD #3835 - Tesla Roadster Delayed Again; Porsche Creating Battery Digital Twin; Magna Gets Order for Swivel Seats
About this episode
The episode covers major automotive industry updates including Fisker's bankruptcy due to financial issues, and Stellantis partnering with Leap Motor to produce affordable EVs in Poland. Tesla Roadster and GM's Cruise Origin robotaxi face significant production delays, pushing timelines to 2027. Dacia plans to expand into the C-segment with new models by 2030. Porsche is innovating with a digital twin for EV batteries to improve longevity, while Magna secures an order for its versatile swivel seat system. The discussion also highlights China's rapid battery charging advancements and BMW's autonomous heavy-load transport robots. Sony and Honda's futuristic FELA concept car with immersive digital features is also showcased.
Tesla Roadster
"...uction next year. Have you ordered your new Tesla Roadster yet. If so, you're probably gonna have to wait lo..."
Chevrolet Silverado
"...recast also says that production of the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra electric pickups will not move ove..."
Gmc Sierra
"...ys that production of the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra electric pickups will not move over to the Orient..."
Ford Orion
"..., and maybe that's why these trucks are moving to Orion, because the crew's origin is moving into Factory..."
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