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Electric Vehicles: The Game-Changer or a House of Cards?
The electric vehicle industry is a powder keg, ready to blow. The recent shake-up at Polestar, the electric vehicle startup founded by Volvo, has sent shockwaves through the industry. The CEO is out, and a new one has been named, but the real question is: will Polestar survive?
Meanwhile, Fluid Truck, a company founded to disrupt the commercial vehicle rental industry, has been rocked by an executive shake-up. The founders have been ousted in a hostile takeover, and the future of the company hangs in the balance.
But what’s the real story behind the scenes? Is the electric vehicle industry just a bubble waiting to burst? We investigate.
A Little Bird Told Us…
Joby Aviation, the eVTOL startup, has inked a deal with Virgin Atlantic. But what does this mean? Is this a sign of the electric vehicle industry’s growing influence or just a marketing ploy? We examine the details.
The Autonomy of the Road
Wayve, the self-learning autonomous driving startup, has made a strategic investment from Uber. But what does this mean for the future of autonomous driving? We explore the implications.
Deals Gone Wrong
Cruise, the autonomous driving company, has signed a multi-year partnership with Uber. But what about the safety concerns? And what about the financial implications?
Oh, and I Almost Forgot…
Tesla’s Supercharger network is still unavailable to non-Tesla EVs. And Lyft is launching a rider verification program. What’s going on?
Miscellaneous
The Port of Seattle has been hit by a possible cyberattack. And Nissan is launching a new electric vehicle, the Leaf.
This Week’s Wheels
I spent a week in a 2024 Nissan Leaf SV Plus, and let’s just say it was an experience. The electric vehicle market is a mixed bag, with some wins and some losses. Will the Leaf make it in this crowded market? Only time will tell.