The Entrepreneurs Mobility special
Feb 12, 2025
Chris Lord, a Monocle Radio reporter, joins Michael Loescheller, CEO of Polestar, and Dimitris Kosofas, CCO of Hopper. They dive into the future of electric vehicles and Polestar's strategic transformations, including manufacturing innovations and the significance of customer experience. Kosofas elaborates on Hopper's game-changing helicopter services in Greece, revolutionizing travel with shared rides and addressing airport challenges. With an eye on sustainable practices, they also explore potential expansions in other tourist hotspots.
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EV Market Growth and Customer Desire
- Electric vehicle markets are growing globally, though not as fast as hoped.
- Customers want emission-free mobility combined with excitement and performance.
Michael Lohscheller's Career Journey
- Michael Lohscheller's auto career spans Volkswagen, Opel, Nikola and now Polestar.
- He values the agility and innovation of startups compared to established automakers.
Focus for Startup Success
- Focus on doing a few things extremely well instead of many things poorly.
- Being focused and fast gives you an edge over bigger players in automotive transformation.