AD #3977 - Nikola Looks for A Savior; BMW’s EVs Destroy Mercedes and Audi; Suddenly, A Flurry of Recalls in China
About this episode
The episode covers a range of automotive industry updates including Rivian and Volkswagen's joint venture attracting interest from other automakers, and Nikola Motors facing severe financial struggles possibly leading to a sale. Kia reports record revenues and vehicle sales, while Chinese automaker SAIC struggles with declining profits. A sudden wave of vehicle recalls in China, including a massive Tesla recall, signals increased safety enforcement. BMW dominates electric vehicle sales over Mercedes and Audi, leveraging flexible platforms and competitive pricing. A cybersecurity story reveals Subaru’s Starlink system was hacked, exposing concerns about data privacy and monetization in connected cars.
Tesla Semi
"... Nicola Motors to that list. The ev and fuel cell semi truck startup has lost ninety five percent of its..."
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