High-Tech and New Cars, Naming Cars Gets Wild - Shift and Steer EP532
About this episode
A dramatic incident involving a C8 Corvette crashing through a dealership wall sparks a discussion on the complexities of modern vehicles and technician training. The hosts explore Tesla's struggles with the Cybertruck's functionality and Toyota's pivot towards hybrids amidst slow EV adoption. They also delve into the evolving landscape of automotive trademarks, where companies are now protecting sounds, smells, and even sensory experiences. The episode highlights the balance between innovation and intellectual property in a rapidly changing automotive industry.
This is Shift and Steer, your quick-hit automotive news podcast.
On this episode #532:
• Tech and New Car Repairs
• Car Naming Gets Strange
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Chevrolet C8
"...st witnessed something unprecedented. A brand new C8 Corvette taking a nosedive through a dealership's..."
Tesla Cybertruck
"...ties directly into what we're seeing with Tesla's Cybertruck development. The latest reports show they're stru..."
Ford Mustang
"...dern performance numbers have evolved. The latest Mustang Dark Horse is pushing nearly 500 horsepower."
Tesla Model 3
"...cal connection to the name. Tesla had to pivot to Model 3 instead, giving us S-3-X-Y."
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