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The Vergecast
Apple’s headset, Humane’s weird demo, and the pretty Prius
Apr 28, 2023
Andrew Hawkins, a transportation reporter at The Verge, dives into the future of electric vehicles. He discusses Tesla's shift towards volume sales amidst fierce competition from rivals like Ford and Rivian. The conversation explores the impact of subscription-based features in luxury cars and the rising complexity of automotive technology. They also critique the reliability of food tracking tech and share humorous takes on the eccentricities of modern vehicles. Additionally, Hawkins hints at market shifts and evolving consumer expectations in the rapidly changing EV landscape.
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- Car companies are exploring new ways to monetize software and charge customers for additional features and services.
- Tesla is facing a lawsuit regarding its self-driving technology, with the plaintiffs seeking to enter statements made by CEO Elon Musk about safety as evidence.
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Car companies looking to extract more money from customers
Car companies are exploring various ways to extract more money from customers, such as charging monthly fees for additional features like seat heaters and offering subscriptions for premium services.
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