Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The headlines claim car buyers don’t want EVs, yet Mercedes just approved a fully electric CLA and a flexible platform to support hybrids and gas models as well. We explain why platform strategy—not hype—determines winners: amortized R&D, quicker model updates, and the ability to meet demand without risking the entire company on one powertrain. We also discuss pricing pressures, tariffs, and how software services and over-the-...
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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The headlines claim car buyers don’t want EVs, yet Mercedes just approved a fully electric CLA and a flexible platform to support hybrids and gas models as well. We explain why platform strategy—not hype—determines winners: amortized R&D, quicker model updates, and the ability to meet demand without risking the entire company on one powertrain. We also discuss pricing pressures, tariffs, and how software services and over-the-...
Lucid Gravity Elevates, GTI Keeps It Real, Energy Gets Organic, and Fire Hydrants Think
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Lucid Gravity Elevates, GTI Keeps It Real, Energy Gets Organic, and Fire Hydrants Think
Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! What if an electric SUV could accelerate like a supercar, hit the road like a gas guzzler, and charge 200 miles in roughly 11 minutes? We explore Lucid Gravity’s engineering choices—high-voltage architecture, ultra-efficient motors, and a smart route to Supercharger access—that turn range anxiety into range confidence. Along the way, we discuss tradeoffs, real charging times, and how clever power electronics make cross-network fas...
The TechMobility Podcast
Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The headlines claim car buyers don’t want EVs, yet Mercedes just approved a fully electric CLA and a flexible platform to support hybrids and gas models as well. We explain why platform strategy—not hype—determines winners: amortized R&D, quicker model updates, and the ability to meet demand without risking the entire company on one powertrain. We also discuss pricing pressures, tariffs, and how software services and over-the-...
