AD #3986 - Pickup Drivers Like Elon More Than EV Owners; Nissan Looking For a New Partner; VW Launching New Family of Small EVs
About this episode
Tesla sales have sharply declined in Europe, particularly Germany, amid political controversies and shifting consumer preferences favoring traditional automakers like Ford, GM, and Toyota. Ford reported mixed financial results, with strong commercial vehicle profits but challenges in its internal combustion unit and skepticism about full-size electric trucks. Nissan is incentivizing dealers to boost US sales and seeking new partnerships after a failed Honda merger, with Foxconn showing interest. Rivian aims to advance autonomous driving with enhanced sensors and AI. Volkswagen plans a new line of affordable small EVs, while Jeep launched a more accessible Wagoneer S Limited. The episode also previews a discussion on the future of EVs amid industry struggles and subsidy changes.
Tesla Model Hy
"...r. Some customers may be waiting for the redesign model HY, and a lot of people believe that Europeans are t..."
Ford Maverick
"...ord is coming out with an electric version of the Maverick pickup. But Farley is even more bullish on extend..."
Volkswagen Golf
"...maker confirmed that new electric versions of the Golf and t Rock will also use the platform and previou..."
Jeep Wagoneer
"... years. And speaking of new evs, Jeep debuted the Wagoneer S Limited at the Chicago Auto Show. It comes with..."
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