AD #4109 - Tesla Inspired by Chaparral 2J, Brabham BT46B; Ford Expands EV Skunkworks Ops; UAW Locals Want President Fain Thrown Out
About this episode
The discussion covers recent automotive earnings with Honda's mixed sales and Rivian's financial struggles, alongside Lucid's growth. Ford's expanding EV Skunkworks program aims to produce affordable electric vehicles, including a small pickup. Advances in robotaxi operations in China highlight progress toward 24/7 autonomous driving. Tesla's new roadster patent reveals a fan-based suction system inspired by historic race cars like the Chaparral 2J and Brabham BT46B. UAW locals push to remove president Fain amid controversy, while Infiniti plans new sport and limited editions of the QX80. Firestone celebrates 125 years, linking to Ford family history.
Ford Model T
"...unkworks program in California. Ford calls it the model t of evs and claims it's going to be cost competiti..."
Tesla Roadster
"...around the clock service in the city. Tesla's new roadster could really suck. The automaker filed a patent f..."
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