AD #3844 - Legacy Suppliers Key to Tesla 48v System; Renault Pioneers Pouch-To-Pack Tech; EVs and Hybrids Up Strong in U.S.
About this episode
The discussion covers Tesla's legal battle over Elon Musk's pay package and its impact on shareholders, alongside Tesla's innovative 48-volt electrical system with legacy suppliers contributing key components. The episode highlights Renault's pioneering pouch-to-pack battery technology aimed at reducing costs and increasing efficiency. It also addresses the rise of EV and hybrid sales in the U.S., challenges from EU tariffs on Chinese EVs, and the impact of a cyberattack on U.S. dealer sales. Additional topics include copper supply concerns for EVs, executive changes at Stellantis, and advancements in autonomous driving and electric racing.
Chevrolet Blazer Evs
"in the market right now are EV's and hybrids. GM's ev sales shot up forty percent compared to the second quarter of last year, with the Cadillac Lyric and Chevrolet Blazer EV's posting good sales. Ford's EV's were up more than sixty one percent, and hybrids were up fifty five percent. Toyota's electrified vehicles,"
Cadillac Lyric
"...he second quarter of last year, with the Cadillac Lyric and Chevrolet Blazer EV's posting good sales. For..."
Tesla Cybertruck
"...t to follow a lot along with its tear down of the cybertruck, this time diving into its forty eight volt syste..."
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