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Why the Cybertruck Became a $10B Failure?

22 Oct 2025 | Synopsis

Wolff Responds video analyzes why Tesla's Cybertruck became a $10 billion failure. Once hyped as a revolutionary EV, the Cybertruck faced stainless steel manufacturing issues, missed deadlines, broken promises, and rising costs. Wolff critiques Tesla's strategy, investor panic, and quality concerns, arguing the collapse signals deeper risks for the EV industry. It's not just a product flop - it's a warning for the electric future.

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The Lab Where GM Is Cooking Up New EV Batteries To Beat China

21 Oct 2025 | Synopsis

GM is developing lithium metal batteries (LMR) at its new EV battery lab to boost range and cut costs. The goal is to surpass current lithium-ion tech by using solid-state designs that offer higher energy density and faster charging. GM aims to integrate LMR into future Ultium-based vehicles, including affordable EVs like the next-gen Bolt. The lab accelerates testing and innovation to meet 2027 production targets.

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GM CEO: Automaker Planning Entire Affordable EV Range

21 Oct 2025 | Synopsis

GM President Mark Reuss confirmed a new family of affordable Chevrolet EVs launching by 2027, starting with a redesigned Bolt. Built on GM’s Ultium platform, the lineup will offer improved range, lower costs, and broader appeal. Reuss emphasized GM's commitment to mainstream electrification, with multiple models planned to follow the Bolt. The goal: make EVs accessible without sacrificing performance or utility.

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Norway's Ferry Operator Norled Could Have Saved Money & Staff by Skipping Hydrogen

21 Oct 2025 | Synopsis

Norway's ferry operator Norled lost €85M after investing in hydrogen ferries like MF Hydra, which cost more to build and operate than battery-electric or diesel alternatives. Hydrogen fuel is expensive, inefficient, and emits more CO2 than expected - double that of diesel and 40x more than electric. Battery ferries like MF Nesvik prove cheaper, cleaner, and more practical. Critics say Norled's hydrogen gamble cost jobs and failed to deliver strategic value.

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Archer Beats Out Joby for Lilium eVTOL Patents

20 Oct 2025 | Synopsis

US-based Archer Aviation acquired 300 patents from bankrupt German eVTOL firm Lilium for $21M, beating Joby, its competitor. The deal includes ducted fan tech, aircraft design, and battery systems. Archer plans to expand beyond air taxis into cargo, defense, and sport aviation. Lilium's collapse reflects broader industry consolidation, as well-funded players absorb assets from struggling startups. Lilium spent more than $1.5 billion developing these technologies.

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Automakers Take Flight: eVTOL Partnerships and Launch Plans

22 Oct 2025 | Automakers are accelerating eVTOL development through strategic partnerships. Archer and Stellantis lead with FAA certification targeted for 2025. Joby and Toyota follow closely, planning launches in the U.S. and Dubai by 2026. Eve, backed by Embraer and Porsche, aims for dual certification in Brazil and the U.S. XPeng and Geely expand in China and the Middle East. Hyundai’s Supernal is paused, and BYD remains in stealth. These ventures blend aerospace innovation with automotive scale.

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BYD's CTB Tech Turns the Battery Into the Backbone

22 Oct 2025 | BYD's Cell-to-Body (CTB) technology integrates the battery into the vehicle's structure, boosting stiffness, safety, and packaging efficiency. Unlike traditional EVs, the Blade Battery becomes part of the car's floor, enabling sleeker design and fewer components. Though serviceability and recycling pose challenges, CTB marks a bold shift in EV architecture - one that rivals are watching closely.

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My EV Is a Brick: When Software Locks Out the Driver

22 Oct 2025 | A Tesla owner's bricked EV after a software rollback highlights growing concerns over digital ownership. Critics warn that EVs are becoming "subscription machines," where features can vanish remotely. Proposed reforms include right to repair, feature permanence contracts, and regulatory oversight. As automakers like GM and Rivian expand EV offerings, the industry must decide: are EVs durable goods - or smartphones on wheels?

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BrightDrop Fades Out: What's Next for Retail EV Fleets?

21 Oct 2025 | GM has ended production of its BrightDrop electric vans, leaving retailers like Target and Walmart seeking alternatives. Fewer than 2,000 vans are in service, far below expectations. Ford's E-Transit, Rivian's RCV, and Mercedes' U.S.-built eSprinter are the most viable replacements. BrightDrop's failure highlights the challenges of scaling commercial EVs amid shifting incentives and slow fleet adoption.

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Model Y Competitor? NIO's Onvo L60 Is Affordable EV for the Masses

21 Oct 2025 | The Onvo L60 is a mid-size electric SUV from NIO's ONVO brand, designed for families and priced to undercut the Tesla Model Y. It offers up to 462 hp, 525 km range, and supports battery swapping via NIO's Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS), lowering upfront cost to ~$21,200. Full ownership with battery is ~$29,300. Exports to Europe begin in 2025. With smart tech, spacious design, and flexible pricing, it signals China's EV push into the global mainstream.

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