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AAH #700 - Legacy OEMs May Not Survive the Automotive Apocalypse
Jun 21, 2024
Guests Paul Eisenstein and Jack Keebler discuss challenges legacy OEMs face in the automotive industry, including labor organizing and job cuts. They critique Fisker and traditional automakers' struggles in the electric vehicle landscape. The conversation also explores Tesla's advantages and Lucid's efficiency advancements, highlighting the intersection of engineering and design, powertrain technologies, and future EV transitions.
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- Transition to electric Corvette model hinted by appointment of new chief engineer
- Legacy automakers experiencing growth in electric vehicle sales despite Tesla's dominance
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Tony Roma Becomes Chief Engineer for Corvette Program
Tony Roma, an insider and intelligent engineer, has been appointed as the fifth chief engineer for the Corvette program. With experience in electric vehicles like the Celestiak, his transition to Corvette hints at an upcoming electric Corvette model, showcasing the brand's move towards electrification.
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