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Uber is going all-in on autonomous vehicles, committing roughly $10 billion across more than 30 AV partnerships. But how many of those bets will actually produce commercially viable robotaxis—and does Uber ultimately become the Expedia of autonomous transportation?In this episode of The Autonocast, Alex Roy, Ed Niedermeyer, and Kirsten Korosec break down Uber's sprawling autonomy strategy and debate which partners have the best chance of reaching meaningful scale. The discussion covers Waymo's relationship with Uber, Wayve's prospects in London, the Lucid-Nuro robotaxi program, Rivian's autonomy ambitions, and whether consumers will ultimately book directly with robotaxi brands or through aggregators like Uber.The crew also examines Lucid's operational reset, including major cost reductions, leadership changes, its delayed midsize EV, Saudi manufacturing plans, and why the Uber-Nuro robotaxi partnership could become critical to Lucid's future.Then it's on to Ford's proposed $30,000 electric pickup, what it could mean for affordable EV adoption, and whether Ford's scale and manufacturing experience threaten EV startup Slate. The hosts debate Ford's opportunity to finally build a profitable mass-market EV platform, the importance of quality and reliability, and whether consumers really want the stripped-down, analog experience Slate is promising.Plus: Joby vs. Archer in the eVTOL race, the Porsche Cayenne EV, Tesla FSD and ADAS as a purchasing decision, Alex's increasingly eccentric car collection—and what he should buy next.Topics include: Uber robotaxis, autonomous vehicles, Waymo, Wayve, Nuro, Lucid Motors, Rivian, Tesla FSD, Ford EVs, Slate Auto, affordable electric vehicles, Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation, eVTOL, robotaxi economics, AV regulation, self-driving cars, EV manufacturing, ADAS, and the future of mobility.

The President of Lucid Motors Middle East, Faisal Sultan joins us live in the studio to talk about the luxury EV brand and its plans to start mass production of its luxury cars and SUVs in the Middle East sooner than you think.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Levi Strauss, Lucid Motors, OpenAI and a whole bunch more are all part of this week's fun...

- Three Chinese Automakers Crack Global Top Ten - General Motors Extends SAIC Joint-Venture - U.S. Car Sales Dip 1.4% In July - BYD PHEV Can Run on Ethanol - Honda Revenue Soars Despite Plummeting Asian Sales - Lucid Cuts Shifts and Delays New SUV Launch - Uber Profit Surges but Misses Market Expectations - Geely Wins Top Honors for Chassis Innovation - Koenigsegg Debuts 800-HP Raxial Flux Motor

- Three Chinese Automakers Crack Global Top Ten - General Motors Extends SAIC Joint-Venture - U.S. Car Sales Dip 1.4% In July - BYD PHEV Can Run on Ethanol - Honda Revenue Soars Despite Plummeting Asian Sales - Lucid Cuts Shifts and Delays New SUV Launch - Uber Profit Surges but Misses Market Expectations - Geely Wins Top Honors for Chassis Innovation - Koenigsegg Debuts 800-HP Raxial Flux Motor

- Lucid Stock Up 24% On Big Investment - Ford Q2: Investors Like What They're Hearing - Earthquake Shuts Some Japan Production - Nissan and Honda to Share Software Development - Audi's Giant Q9 SUV - BMW To Axe Another 8,000 Jobs - Audi Workers Protest Plant Closing - Chinese Co to Make 300,000 Axial Flux Motors - Mahle's Hydrogen ICE Tech

- Lucid Stock Up 24% On Big Investment - Ford Q2: Investors Like What They're Hearing - Earthquake Shuts Some Japan Production - Nissan and Honda to Share Software Development - Audi's Giant Q9 SUV - BMW To Axe Another 8,000 Jobs - Audi Workers Protest Plant Closing - Chinese Co to Make 300,000 Axial Flux Motors - Mahle's Hydrogen ICE Tech

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- Lucid Denies Bankruptcy Rumors - Slate Pickup Officially Starts At $26,400 - Walmart Surges in U.S. EV Charging Race - Volvo Considers Electric Sedan and Wagon for U.S. - EV Range Anxiety Plummets as Batteries Improve - Horse Powertrain Unveils Methanol EV Range Extender - BMW And Toyota Test Renewable Gasoline - Mahle Cools Data Centers with Automotive Tech - Volkswagen Launches New ID.Cross EV

- Lucid Denies Bankruptcy Rumors - Slate Pickup Officially Starts At $26,400 - Walmart Surges in U.S. EV Charging Race - Volvo Considers Electric Sedan and Wagon for U.S. - EV Range Anxiety Plummets as Batteries Improve - Horse Powertrain Unveils Methanol EV Range Extender - BMW And Toyota Test Renewable Gasoline - Mahle Cools Data Centers with Automotive Tech - Volkswagen Launches New ID.Cross EV

Summary In this episode of Kilowatt, we dive deep into the shifting landscape of the electric vehicle industry, starting with major structural shakeups and layoffs at Lucid Motors under new CEO Silvio Napoli. We also unpack why Slate Auto is bypassing Canada for its highly customizable, budget-friendly electric pickup, alongside a detailed look at Subaru's impressive new 2027 EV lineup featuring the Trailseeker and Uncharted. Overseas, European automakers are pivoting from massive SUVs to highly affordable, compact city EVs to counter a massive push from Chinese brands, while the UK celebrates an explosive month with battery electric vehicles capturing nearly 30% of the new car market. On the quirky side of things, we look at the ultra-compact Fiat Topolino coming to America—a tiny, low-speed cruiser that blurs the line between a beach-bound golf cart and a neighborhood EV. Finally, we explore groundbreaking battery breakthroughs from researchers at Cambridge, Purdue, and Texas Instruments who are discovering that physical pressure and smarter charging algorithms can completely reshape how we prevent cell degradation and extend EV lifespan. Show Notes Support the Show Support Kilowatt Other Podcasts Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Friends of the Show Live With It Car Stuff Podcast PodFeet News Links CleanTechnica: Exclusive: Lucid Motors' Saudi Bet Meets Harsh Reality As New CEO Cuts Deep To Keep Cosmos Alive InsideEVs: Slate Has No Plans To Sell Its Cheap EV Pickup In Canada Electrek: Subaru's new Trailseeker EV starts at $40,000 The Guardian: How Europe's EVs Shrank to Challenge the SUV and China InsideEVs: Fiat's $13,995 EV For America Is Cute, But Barely A Car DigitalTrends: Cambridge Experts Find Utterly Simple Fix for Longer-Lasting EV Batteries Purdue University ME News: Lithium Plating: Purdue Researchers Tackle the Toughest Problem With Lithium-Ion Batteries *Show Art Created By Gemini Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saudi backed Lucid Motors continues its executive overhaul under new CEO Silvio Napoli, Qatar Investment Authority doubles down on its legal battle with Byju founder Byju Raveendran, and reports suggest Emaar's long awaited AED200 billion mega development could finally be unveiled as Dubai Estate. Plus, why these stories reflect a broader shift in how Gulf investors are protecting capital and shaping the region's future.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Intel’s remarkable surge, Meta’s ongoing struggles, and Lucid Motors’ steep decline in a look at three very different stock stories.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Intel’s remarkable surge, Meta’s ongoing struggles, and Lucid Motors’ steep decline in a look at three very different stock stories.

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- BMW Q1 Earnings Plunge Amid Falling EV Sales - Daimler Truck Profits Crater 80% In Q1 - Lucid Motors Loses $1 Billion In Q1 - USPS Celebrates Route 66 With New Stamp Series - Rivian Eyes In-House Lidar Production with Chinese Tech - VW Group Becomes Largest Shareholder in Rivian - Tesla Semi Receives Massive Orders in California - Nissan Cuts Jobs and Production Lines in Europe - Hybrid Vehicle Popularity Surges as Gas Prices Rise - Audi Recreates Record Breaking 16-Cylinder Lucca Racecar

- BMW Q1 Earnings Plunge Amid Falling EV Sales - Daimler Truck Profits Crater 80% In Q1 - Lucid Motors Loses $1 Billion In Q1 - USPS Celebrates Route 66 With New Stamp Series - Rivian Eyes In-House Lidar Production with Chinese Tech - VW Group Becomes Largest Shareholder in Rivian - Tesla Semi Receives Massive Orders in California - Nissan Cuts Jobs and Production Lines in Europe - Hybrid Vehicle Popularity Surges as Gas Prices Rise - Audi Recreates Record Breaking 16-Cylinder Lucca Racecar

In this episode Scott Becker shares a quick look at steep declines for Figma, Lucid Motors, and Klarna, highlighting how once high-flying companies are struggling with sharp losses and market pressure.

In this episode Scott Becker shares a quick look at steep declines for Figma, Lucid Motors, and Klarna, highlighting how once high-flying companies are struggling with sharp losses and market pressure.

- Sky-High Diesel Stalls U.S. Trucking - Fuel Costs Spark European EV Record - Tesla Requires Quiz for FSD - Nissan Slims Down to Speed Up - Geely Aims to Take Toyota's Hybrid Crown - New CEO, Fresh Cash for Lucid - Lucid is Autoline Stock of the Day - Bankruptcy Pro Takes Marelli Reins - UAW Targets U.S. Auto Suppliers - Renault Twingo Becomes Living Cartoon

- Sky-High Diesel Stalls U.S. Trucking - Fuel Costs Spark European EV Record - Tesla Requires Quiz for FSD - Nissan Slims Down to Speed Up - Geely Aims to Take Toyota's Hybrid Crown - New CEO, Fresh Cash for Lucid - Lucid is Autoline Stock of the Day - Bankruptcy Pro Takes Marelli Reins - UAW Targets U.S. Auto Suppliers - Renault Twingo Becomes Living Cartoon

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Molina Healthcare and Lucid Motors facing steep declines and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Molina Healthcare and Lucid Motors facing steep declines and more.

“Too much sound complicates things, it confuses things, and it causes annoyance and fatigue, too much brain power needed. Too much cognitive load, and it's a known fact. So oftentimes companies will come to me and say, ‘Hey, we have, you know, sixty sounds we want to create.' And I go, ‘Okay, cool. Let's take a look at the list. Let me understand your product a little better and let's try to find ways to strip it back.' Because, you know, that can be very overwhelming for users.” – Connor MooreThis episode's guest is a leading expert in audio UX and audio branding. As the founder of CMoore Sound, he's shaped how major brands like Google, Uber, Peloton, and Airbnb use sound to enhance their products and connect with audiences. Over the past fifteen years, he's helped define how sound influences everything from brand identity to user experience, and he's been featured in The New Yorker, NPR, and Google's Design series. He's also a fellow judge for the International Sound Awards, which is how we met. His name is Connor Moore and his work shows how sound isn't just decoration, it's a powerful tool that shapes how we feel, navigate, and interact with the world.As always, if you have questions for my guest, you're welcome to reach out through the links in the show notes. If you have questions for me, visit audiobrandingpodcast.com, where you'll find a lot of ways to get in touch. Plus, subscribing to the newsletter will let you know when the new podcasts are available, along with other interesting bits of audio-related news. And if you're getting some value from listening, the best ways to show your support are to share this podcast with a friend and leave an honest review. Both those things really help, and I'd love to feature your review on future podcasts. You can leave one either in written or in voice format from the podcast's main page. I would so appreciate that.(00:00) – Connor's Audio Eureka MomentOur conversation starts with Connor's early memories of sound, and how quickly he came to realize in college that audio branding wasn't really a thing in marketing. “It really begged the question for me of why aren't brands thinking about sound and music like they are for their visual branding,” he explains. “So that, to me, was a bit of a eureka moment and really kind of set me on my path.” He talks about how both old-time jingles and current audio brands like Netflix get it right when it comes to repetition, and his process for getting clients what they need to establish their audio brand. “With my business,” Connor tells us, “I'm involved at every stage… that's a big value add. Having a veteran in the industry in the room at all times and really guiding the work, that is really the biggest differentiator.”(12:23) – The Evolution of Sonic BrandingConnor tells us about some of his current projects, including a major car company that needs a creative approach to sonic branding. “They're a product first company,” he says. “It's an automotive company. Without the product, you don't have the brand. So that is the biggest touch point for their customers. And you can do the audio branding process through UX. It's really the same process.” He shares the insights he gained from working with companies like Samsung and Lucid Motors, and tells us about the early days of audio-first UX. “Back then they were just very simple kind of ringtones and alarms,” he says. “And what I did is I went in and really crafted really long form compositions that gradually pick up over time, you know, with volume, percussion, harmonics, [and] complexity.”(26:15) – Creating a More Thoughtful SoundscapeAs we come to the end of the first half of our discussion, Conner tells us how he balances the functionality of UX with the distinctiveness of audio branding. “There should be a level of cohesion across the experience,” he explains. “But there should also be levels of distinction. So a welcome sound for an in-car experience could be very soft and inviting, whereas, like, for a collision sound, it can't be soft. You know, it has to be kind of in your face.” We talk about the value of silence, and how knowing when not to make a sonic impression can be as important as making one. “There's a lot of power in simplicity and silence,” he says. “That is the biggest takeaway of my time in this space.”Episode SummaryConnor discusses his first experiences with sound and sonic branding.We explore how sonic branding has become more intentional over the years.Our discussion turns to the need for thoughtful, pleasing soundscapes.Tune in for next week's episode as we talk about the latest developments in AI-driven neural voices, Connor's pioneering work at Google Glass and on State Farm's famous sonic logo, and how companies that don't necessarily need a musical jingle can still take advantage of an audio brand.Connect with the Audio Branding Podcast:Book your project with Voice Overs and Vocals by visiting https://voiceoversandvocals.comConnect with me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jodikrangle/Watch the Audio Branding Podcast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/JodiKrangleVOConnect with me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodikrangle/Leave the Audio Branding Podcast a review at https://lovethepodcast.com/audiobranding (Thank you!)Share your passion effectively with these Tips for Sounding Your Best as a Podcast Guest!https://voiceoversandvocals.com/tips-for-sounding-your-best-as-a-podcast-guest/Get my Top Five Tips for Implementing an Intentional Audio Strategyhttps://voiceoversandvocals.com/audio-branding-strategy/Editing/Production by Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we sit down with Tom Moloughney, the voice behind the  @StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney  channel, to break down the current state of the EV industry and where it is headed next.Tom brings a practical, boots-on-the-ground perspective from years of real-world charging reviews and deep industry insight. We dive into the realities of EV charging infrastructure, the rollout of NACS, and what drivers can expect as adoption continues to accelerate.We also unpack how major players like Ford, Rivian, and Lucid Motors are navigating the transition, what they are getting right, and where challenges still exist.From charging reliability and network expansion to Tesla's influence and the future of fast charging, this conversation covers the key trends shaping the EV landscape today.If you are interested in EV infrastructure, road trips, charging strategy, or the future of transportation, this is a must-watch discussion.Make sure to follow Tom's channel,  @StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney  for some of the most trusted and detailed EV charging content in the industry.Subscribe to  @TurnDownforWatt  for more conversations with leaders building the future of energy and mobility.#EV #ElectricVehicles #EVCharging #EVInfrastructure #StateOfCharge #TomMoloughney #FordEV #Rivian #LucidMotors #TeslaSupercharger #NACS #EVRoadTrip #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #FastCharging #EVNetwork #TurnDownForWatt #PowerUpAmerica #ChargingNetwork #EVFuture #SustainableTransportation #EVIndustry #Level3Charging #DCFastCharging #evpodcast

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the steep declines of Lululemon, RH, and Lucid Motors, highlighting how difficult it is to maintain market leadership and scale over time.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the steep declines of Lululemon, RH, and Lucid Motors, highlighting how difficult it is to maintain market leadership and scale over time.

This week we talk about BYD, Tesla, and the Blade Battery 2.0.We also discuss EVs, internal-combustion engines, and autonomous vehicles.Recommended Book: Blank Space by W. David MarxTranscriptPetroleum-powered vehicles, cars and trucks and SUVs of the kind that have become the standard since the mid-20th century, work by mixing fuel that you put in the tank when you fill up at the gas station with air, in the engine, and then creating a controlled explosion—in modern vehicles using what's called a four-stroke combustion cycle of intake, compression, combustion, then exhaust—in order to move pistons which, in turn generate mechanical power by transferring that movement to the vehicle's wheels.An electric vehicle, in contrast, functions by using electricity from a battery pack to power an electric motor. So rather than needing fuel to combust, which then moves pistons which then moves the wheels, EVs are a straighter-shot with less conversion of energy necessary, electricity powering the motor which powers the wheels.That simpler setup comes with many advantages, and that difference in the conversion of energy is a big one. Because most of the energy injected into the EV's system is converted into mechanical movement for the wheels, this type of vehicle only loses about 11% of the energy you put into it to that conversion of electricity to mechanical energy process—around 31-35% is initially lost while charging, converting electricity to motion, and so on, but about 22% is recaptured by the vehicle's brakes during operation, leading to that 11% average loss.A gas-powered vehicle, in contrast, because of the inefficiencies inherent in converting fuel to combustion to movement, loses somewhere between 75-84% of the energy you put into it at the gas station, much of that loss in the form of heat that is emitted as a result of that conversion process; this is an inevitable consequence of the thermodynamics of burning fuel to create motion, and one that means operating a gas-powered vehicle is inherently lossier, in the sense that you can't help but lose the majority of what you put into it as waste, compared to an electric vehicle, which is less lossy to begin with, but even more efficient when you include that in-operation energy recovery.That baseline reality of energy usage means that modern electric vehicles will typically be cheaper to fuel, to power, because it requires less energy input to get the same amount of travel. This cost-benefit comparison shifts even further in favor of EVs when gas prices are high, though, and though currently the cost of EVs tend to be higher than gas-powered vehicles in most countries, EVs also offer substantially lower lifetime maintenance costs—an average of 40% lower than gas-powered vehicles, due largely to the dramatically reduced number of moving parts in EVs, and the lack of regular, recurring engine-related maintenance tasks, like oil changes and replacing spark plugs.Not even considering the externalities-related savings of owning and operating an EV, then, like the environmental costs of fuel emissions, such vehicles can save owners tens of thousands of dollars in costs over the span of their ownership—though gas-powered vehicles are still more popular in most markets in part because they're just more common on car lots, their infrastructure—gas stations versus charging stations—are also more common, and because there are numerous convenience issues, like it being quite a bit faster to pump a tank full of gas than to charge EVs, which is more efficient, but also a piece-of-mind sort of benefit.What I'd like to talk about today are some recent innovations in the EV and especially EV-scale battery space, and what it might mean for this market in the coming years.—After a relatively boom-y period in which EV sales saw a significant uptick, that uptick the consequence of friendly policies and subsidies from successive federal administrations and the rapid-fire innovations arriving in each new generation of EV model being pumped out by US makers, especially Tesla, the US car industry has in recent years pulled back from electric vehicles substantially—the most recent evidence of this being Honda's recent announcement that three EV models they were planning to manufacture in the US will no longer see production.This was mostly a money decision, the raw and partially manufactured components necessary for US-based car companies to produce EVs are now burdened with new, Trump-era tariffs, that make producing finished products of this kind in the US all but impossible; simply too expensive to make.This is also an acknowledgment, though, that Chinese EVs have just gotten so good and so inexpensive for what you get, that it's simply not possible to compete, not within the current economic and regulatory climate, but also not in the immediate future, even lacking those tariffs, because of how much of a lead Chinese car companies have earned for themselves in this space.New impositions by the second Trump administration, including those tariffs, but also the killing of EV incentives, and a recent decision to cease enforcing emissions and fuel economy standards, basically telling the industry to make vehicles that pollute more, if they like, have absolutely influenced this state of affairs.But the quality of new Chinese EVs, the speed at which a large quantity of them can be produced, and the affordability of these vehicles is simply too much for even the world's most otherwise competitive and industry-owning companies, the most renowned car brands, to match.There are a few serious EV players in other parts of Asia, and some US companies, like Lucid Motors, are still trying to carve out a space for themselves, pivoting toward skateboard-style platforms that will allow them to use fewer scarce products, like expensive wiring, by using essentially the same base for all of their models, allowing them to ramp-up efficiencies of scale faster, and Rivian, which is trying to claim the outdoorsy, Jeep-esque facet of the US EV market; and Tesla of course continues to own a lot of mindshare in this industry, despite seeming to be pivoting toward AI, autonomous vehicles, and political concerns in recent years.But this is increasingly China's domain, and that dominance is the result of a multi-decade push to own basically all the infrastructure and technologies required to electrify their economy, from the ground-up.As a consequence of that dominance, and all the renewables and battery-making facilities and investments in the relevant companies made by the government for the past few decades, we're now seeing impressive technological feats coming out of China, like the recently successfully test-flown Sky Dragon electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which looks something like a drone combined with a helicopter, and which can reportedly carry either 10 passengers or a ton of cargo up to 155 miles, which is about 250 kilometers, on a single charge, taking off and landing from helipads, so no runway necessary.But the already on-the-market, everyday applications of this tech are arguably even more impressive, considering that car-markers in other countries cannot accomplish anywhere near the same, and maybe won't be able to do so for years.Chinese carmaker BYD is the top entrant in this space right now, in China and globally, by many metrics, and in early March of 2026 they announced a new battery, called the Blade Battery 2.0, which allows the vehicles it powers to be driven more than 621 miles on a single charge.That's compared to the around 400 mile range most large-tanked gas-powered cars can claim. Though even as batteries have gotten larger and more efficient, in terms of their energy storage and expenditure, charging them up has still taken quite a bit longer than filling a tank with gas, often requiring a wait of 30 minutes, though that's usually just for a small top-up, and only if you have access to a fast-charger. A full-charge sometimes requires as much as 24 hours, if you're using a small, non-fast public or a home charger.This differs quite a lot depending where in the world you are, the nature of your EV, and the capacity of the charger you're using. In general, Tesla superchargers can take a Tesla's battery from 20% to 89% in around 15-30 minutes, which on average provides another 200 miles of travel; topping it up to 100% usually takes about an hour.This new battery from BYD, though, which has that 621 mile capacity, can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 6 and a half minutes—and that's not theory, that exact feat was shown in a public, onstage demonstration.This isn't a claim about a technology that will soon arrive, in other words, this is a technology that's already here, for BYD vehicles, at least. And at six and a half minutes for around 300 miles of range, that brings EVs into the same convenience range as gas vehicles, just a minute or so longer than the average stop at a gas station.This of course will require specialized charging stations, and those stations will take a while to roll out. The company has said they'll have 15,000 of their so-called megawatt charging stations available across China by the end of 2026, building 4000 of them, themselves, and the rest through joint ventures. They're also planning to have about 3000 of these chargers built across European by the end of the year.All of which will likely further reinforce and lock-in BYD's advantages over its local and foreign competition, at least for the next several years.Now, it's worth mentioning that China's 's EV industry is currently a bit tumultuous, the stock prices of companies like BYD tumbling due to wild competition on the Chinese market that until recently has been encouraged by the government, which favors a brutal sort of evolutionary business environment for its favored industries, most of the entrants eventually dying off and leaving fewer, but very strong and internationally competitive companies once the melee has died down.It's generally assumed that companies like BYD will cope with this crisis of too-low prices and vehicle overproduction—they and their Chinese competitors are making a lot more EVs than their existing markets can bear—they'll cope by becoming more aggressive with their international expansion, dropping gobs of these incredibly competitive vehicles in more markets, hoping to offload all that stock, but also to suffocate inferior but more expensive local offerings and, consequently, create more lock-in with international customers through those superior products.There's a parallel push for autonomous EVs in many of these markets, which is several years behind the evolution of EV tech, but is also evolving rapidly within China, using that same ultra-brutal competition tactic. These companies are thus quite a bit further along than most of their global competitors, and it seems likely that the semi-autonomous tech built into these newly exported vehicles will help give Chinese companies a leg-up when it comes to exporting autonomous tech to the world, in the next few years.All of which demonstrates the Chinese market's major head-start in this and connected technologies, and which points at a serious concern, not just for the US, but for pretty much everyone, as most of these technologies, like better batteries, are relevant not just for the consumer car industry, but also basically every other field, including future military technologies, and tech related to the AI and broader semiconductor industries, which could lead to still-more, and more varied advantages in the near-future.Show Noteshttps://yaleclimateconnections.org/2024/01/electric-vehicles-use-half-the-energy-of-gas-powered-vehicles/https://www.nrdc.org/stories/electric-vs-gas-cars-it-cheaper-drive-ev#lifetime-costshttps://afdc.energy.gov/vehicles/how-do-all-electric-cars-workhttps://www.energy.gov/cmei/vehicles/articles/fotw-1360-sept-16-2024-typical-ev-87-91-efficient-compared-30-conventionalhttps://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/03/facing-heavy-losses-honda-cancels-its-three-us-made-electric-vehicles/https://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/03/rivian-reveals-pricing-and-trim-details-for-its-r2-suv/https://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/03/lucid-announces-midsize-ev-platform-says-profitability-lies-with-suvs/https://www.livescience.com/technology/electric-vehicles/giant-10-person-flying-taxi-passes-first-flight-test-in-chinahttps://www.fastcompany.com/91503415/byd-ev-battery-competes-with-gas-engineshttps://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/03/byds-latest-evs-can-get-close-to-full-charge-in-just-12-minutes/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/business/china-electric-vehicle-troubles.htmlhttps://www.kbb.com/car-advice/how-long-charge-tesla/ This is a public episode. 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Shoot us a Text.Episode #1291: An activist investor pushes CarMax to overhaul its digital game, Carvana accelerates same-day delivery into Los Angeles, and Lucid rolls out CarPlay and Android Auto updates while resetting its software strategy. Activist investor Starboard Value is turning up the heat on CarMax's incoming CEO, arguing the used-car giant has plenty of untapped potential, and they've got a $350 million stake to back up that opinion.Starboard sent a letter to CEO-elect Keith Barr calling out CarMax for falling short, and pushing for a streamlined online trade-in process and better digital conversion rates.The firm wants SG&A expenses capped at 70–75% of gross profit, and believes modest price cuts of $100–$300 per vehicle could restore competitiveness.Starboard is also nominating two board members, including its own CEO Jeffrey Smith, signaling this is more than a suggestion.Analysts at Truist agree there's room to improve, but warn that gaining ground on Carvana while cutting costs at the same time won't be easy."If CarMax can get its flywheel moving again as Starboard talked about, then I think the stock would be drastically higher than it is today," said Morningstar analyst David Whiston.Carvana is taking its same-day delivery service to the City of Angels, and if you thought they were already moving fast, Los Angeles is about to find out what that really means.Carvana has rolled out same-day vehicle delivery to the Los Angeles metro area, letting eligible customers go from online checkout to driveway delivery in a matter of hours.Customers looking to sell can also get same-day pickup or drop-off after completing an online appraisal — making the whole transaction, buy or sell, a same-day affair.LA joins Sacramento and San Diego, making California one of the more saturated same-day markets, with Carvana now operating the service across 20 states nationwide.Lucid Motors is delivering some good news to Gravity SUV owners just in time for its investor day. After a rough few months of software headaches, it's a welcome update.Lucid is pushing a software update to North American Gravity SUV owners Thursday that enables Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with European and Middle East owners getting it in late March.The features have been available on the Lucid Air sedan for some time, but the Gravity has had a rocky software rollout, significant enough that Lucid's interim CEO issued a public apology to owners.Lucid recently parted ways with several top software leaders and last month laid off 12% of its workforce.Today's show is brought to you by iPacket Value. From accurate MSRP validation to smarter merchandJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Lucid Motors Q4 2025 Earnings Call Description In this episode, we break down Lucid Motors' Q4 2025 earnings call, featuring insights from interim CEO Mark Winterhoff and CFO Tawfiq Boussaid. The discussion highlights how Lucid navigated a challenging EV market while nearly doubling production and increasing deliveries throughout the year. A major focus is the launch and ramp-up of the Lucid Gravity SUV, which quickly became a significant contributor to deliveries and revenue. We also explore Lucid's manufacturing improvements and operational efficiency gains that helped the company scale production. Another major topic is Lucid's strategic partnerships with Uber and Nuro, which aim to position the company in the emerging robotaxi market and autonomous mobility sector. Financial performance, including improved margins and operational efficiencies, is also reviewed alongside the company's cautious approach to cost management. Finally, we look ahead to Lucid's plans for 2026, including global market expansion, increased brand awareness, and the development of a midsize platform designed to reach a broader EV audience. Overall, the call paints a picture of a company focused on scaling production, expanding technology partnerships, and strengthening its position in an increasingly competitive EV landscape. Support the Show Support Kilowatt Other Podcasts Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website News Links Lucid Motors Q4 2025 Earnings Call Show Art Created By DALL·E Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

- Aston Martin Slashes 20% of Workers Amid Financial Struggles - Lucid Cuts Workforce and Lowers 2026 Production Targets - Wayve Raises $1.2 Billion for Autonomous Tech - “Jay Leno Law” Exempts Classic Cars from Smog Tests - Nissan To Launch Dual Pathfinder Strategy By 2030 - Hyundai Unveils Unmanned Robot for Firefighting - Tesla Sues California Over Autopilot Name Change - Tesla Battles Trademark Squatter Over Cybercab Name - Genuine Parts Company Splitting into Two Public Entities

- Aston Martin Slashes 20% of Workers Amid Financial Struggles - Lucid Cuts Workforce and Lowers 2026 Production Targets - Wayve Raises $1.2 Billion for Autonomous Tech - “Jay Leno Law” Exempts Classic Cars from Smog Tests - Nissan To Launch Dual Pathfinder Strategy By 2030 - Hyundai Unveils Unmanned Robot for Firefighting - Tesla Sues California Over Autopilot Name Change - Tesla Battles Trademark Squatter Over Cybercab Name - Genuine Parts Company Splitting into Two Public Entities

- SCOTUS Tariff Ruling Leaves Autos in Limbo - Aston Martin Sells F1 Branding Rights - Donut Lab Solid State Battery Charges in Minutes - Lamborghini Scraps Electric Supercar Plans - ZF Debt Relieved by Hybrid Demand - Lucid Motors Cuts 12% Of Workforce  - VW Leads European EV Sales Rankings - EV Owners Frustrated by Broken Chargers

- SCOTUS Tariff Ruling Leaves Autos in Limbo - Aston Martin Sells F1 Branding Rights - Donut Lab Solid State Battery Charges in Minutes - Lamborghini Scraps Electric Supercar Plans - ZF Debt Relieved by Hybrid Demand - Lucid Motors Cuts 12% Of Workforce  - VW Leads European EV Sales Rankings - EV Owners Frustrated by Broken Chargers

Description: In this episode of Kilowatt, we explore the latest developments in the electric vehicle industry, along with a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast production process. Lucid Motors opens a new manufacturing plant in Saudi Arabia, aiming to dramatically increase production capacity and expand its global footprint. Toyota makes waves with continued solid-state battery development alongside a Japanese oil partner, while also preparing to launch a fully electric three-row Highlander. On the Tesla front, we examine declining buyer loyalty numbers, comparing recent figures to Tesla's remarkable 98% loyalty rate in 2020, and discuss what may be driving the shift. Finally, we break down the latest Tesla Semi pricing and specifications, including new cost details revealed through state filings and how the truck stacks up against diesel competitors. The episode wraps with reflections on streamlining the show while continuing to deliver meaningful, timely EV coverage. Support the Show https://www.supportkilowatt.com/ Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthepostfm Beyond the Post Podcast – https://www.beyondthepost.fm/ Shuffle Playlist – https://shows.acast.com/shuffle-playlist 918Digital Website – https://www.918digital.com/ News Links: Lucid Is Finishing A Greenfield EV Plant For The Next Phase Of Global Manufacturing Toyota Goes “Big” With 3-Row, All-Electric Version of Highlander SUV Big Oil Is Betting Big on Toyota to Win the Solid-State Battery Race Tesla Buyer Loyalty Drops a Ton, But Still 3rd in USA Tesla Semi Price Revealed: $290,000 Tesla Reveals Final Semi Specs With Two Trims Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on America on the Road, co-host Chris Teague joins host Jack Nerad as they dive into the latest automotive news, two compelling road tests, and an insightful engineering-focused interview. Jack reviews the high-performance Maserati Grecale Trofeo, a compact luxury SUV that makes the most of its supercar roots, while Chris drives the all-new 2026 Toyota Crown Signia hybrid, a premium crossover blending efficiency and sophistication. Jack also sits down with Zach Walker, chief engineer of the 2026 Lucid Gravity SUV, to discuss its innovative design, advanced technology, and how it pushes the boundaries of electric mobility.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares quick takes on Oracle, Bitcoin, Lululemon, and Lucid Motors, breaking down steep year to date and one year declines and what is driving the pullback in each.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares quick takes on Oracle, Bitcoin, Lululemon, and Lucid Motors, breaking down steep year to date and one year declines and what is driving the pullback in each.

- Ford EU Cuts Spare Parts Prices 25% - BMW EVs Outsell Mercedes by 273,000 Cars - New Chevy Bolt Hitting Dealerships Now - Lucid to Offer L4 in 2029 - ZF Uses Dampers for Noise Cancellation - Morizo RR Is a Toyota GR Yaris On Steroids - Nissan Aura Gets the NISMO Treatment - BYD's New Brand All About Residual Values

- Ford EU Cuts Spare Parts Prices 25% - BMW EVs Outsell Mercedes by 273,000 Cars - New Chevy Bolt Hitting Dealerships Now - Lucid to Offer L4 in 2029 - ZF Uses Dampers for Noise Cancellation - Morizo RR Is a Toyota GR Yaris On Steroids - Nissan Aura Gets the NISMO Treatment - BYD's New Brand All About Residual Values

The EV hype cycle is over, tax credits are gone, and demand is cooling fast, yet Lucid Motors is doubling down. In this deep dive, we break down Lucid's turbulent journey from battery startup to luxury EV maker, why production is rising even as losses mount, and how long its Saudi-backed runway really lasts. We examine the bull case around SUVs, battery tech, and a surprise robotaxi partnership with Uber — and the bear case facing an industry stuck in an EV winter. By the end, you'll understand why 2026 may be the make-or-break year for one of the most ambitious EV companies on the road.

- ICE Is Making A Global Comeback - Lucid Sees EV Demand Drop in U.S. And EU - VinFast Losing U.S. Dealerships - Redwood Pivots from EV To Energy Storage - Why EVs Will Make A Comeback - Kia Introduces All-New Seltos - Citroen's ELO Concept Sort of Like Canoo - Subaru Prices EV To Sell - Expensive Cars Outsell Cheap Ones - Riding Mowers Look Like 1950's Classic American Cars

- ICE Is Making A Global Comeback - Lucid Sees EV Demand Drop in U.S. And EU - VinFast Losing U.S. Dealerships - Redwood Pivots from EV To Energy Storage - Why EVs Will Make A Comeback - Kia Introduces All-New Seltos - Citroen's ELO Concept Sort of Like Canoo - Subaru Prices EV To Sell - Expensive Cars Outsell Cheap Ones - Riding Mowers Look Like 1950's Classic American Cars

After the Trump administration held an emergency meeting in the situation room over a pending House vote to release the Epstein files, 'The View' co-hosts weigh in as the White House continues to deny any wrongdoing. Whoopi Goldberg celebrates her birthday by giving back to fans of 'The View' and spotlighting the her favorite things! Then, she surprises one audience member with a car from Lucid Motors! Finally, Grammy-winning musician Trombone Shorty shares how he honors the spirit of New Orleans in his music and performs 'Here Come the Girls.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the latest struggles facing Peloton, Starbucks, and Lucid Motors as each company sees notable stock declines.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the impact of expiring $7,500 EV tax credits on electric vehicle sales.

The Lucid Air Sapphire represents a new high watermark in automotive engineering, successfully merging hypercar-level performance with luxury sedan comfort through revolutionary electric powertrain technology. I wanted to have a look today at how Lucid Motors achieved the impossible: a 1,234-horsepower electric sedan that can accelerate to 60 mph in under two seconds, beating major hypercars which cost well into the millions of dollars, while maintaining the refinement expected from a premium luxury vehicle. Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart

In this episode, Scott Becker reviews five of the biggest stock declines over the past 52 weeks, including Vivid Seats, Centene, Lucid Motors, and UnitedHealth, highlighting how even major players can struggle despite investor optimism.

Episode 629: Neal and Toby chat about the Senate's passing of a law that will cut federal funding for NPR and PBS. Then, CBS cancels 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'. Plus, tickets for Christopher Nolan's upcoming film goes on sale…which doesn't premiere until exactly one year from now. Meanwhile, Uber's massive deal with Lucid Motors to expand their robotaxi service is the Stock of the Week. President Trump's strong preference for real cane sugar in Coca-cola sodas causes shares of high fructose corn syrup producers to drop.  Meet your local home loan expert at ⁠⁠https://mortgagematchup.com/?utm_source=morning_brew&utm_medium=podcast  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ 00:00 - Freebie Guy 3:30 - Congress Pulls NBR and PBS Funding 7:00 - CBS Cancels Late Show 12:00 - 'Odyssey' Sells IMAX 18:00 - Stock of the Week 21:30 - Dog of the Week

Today, Scott shares how Lucid stock went up 36% yesterday on the concept that they will develop self-driving cars with Uber.