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Meanwhile, Rivian continues its grueling march toward profitability, navigating another tough round of corporate layoffs just a week after their major R2 launch event. On the legacy automotive front, Hyundai is officially breathing down Chevrolet's neck as it closes in on the coveted number-two spot for EV sales in the United States. Plus, we look at unexpected sightings of Costco-branded Tesla Semis right here in Arizona and unpack a surprising report detailing Apple’s sneaky new development that could finally bring CarPlay to Tesla vehicles.\nSupport the Show\n\n \thttps://www.supportkilowatt.com/\n\nOther Podcasts:\n\n \tBeyond the Post YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthepostfm)\n \tBeyond the Post Podcast (https://www.beyondthepost.fm/)\n \tShuffle Playlist (https://shows.acast.com/shuffle-playlist)\n \t918Digital Website (https://www.918digital.com/)\n\nNews Links:\n\n \tTeslarati: Tesla urges New Jersey owners to oppose new bill that could block Robotaxi\n \tCleanTechnica: Rivian Pursues Financial Sustainability with Layoffs\n \tElectrek: Rivian lays off hundreds, under 2% of staff, a week after R2 launch\n \tElectrek: Hyundai is closing in on Chevy as the #2 EV brand in the US\n \tNot a Tesla App: Costco-Branded Tesla Semis Spotted in Arizona\n \tTeslarati: Apple is developing the missing link for Tesla to get CarPlay: report\n \tArs Technica Cars: Mobileye is entering the US robotaxi market with standalone service\n \tInsideEVs: Telo's Tiny Electric Truck Moves Closer To Reality With An Important New Partner\n \tNot a Tesla App: Tesla Reveals Cybercab Specs in New EPA Filings\n \tNot a Tesla App: Over 100 Tesla Cybercabs Spotted Staging at Giga Texas\n \tInsideEVs: Full Tesla Cybercab Specs: EPA Documents Confirm Battery Size, Weight, Power, And Preliminary Range\n\n*Show Art Created By ChatGPT Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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