Tesla's Robotaxi Problems + Ford's LFP Battery Controversy

Jun 27, 10:00 AM

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Tesla FINALLY launches Robotaxi service in Austin ... sort of. Ford launches a new Chinese partnership to produce cheaper batteries in Detroit. And the boys discuss the cheapest EVs currently on the market. Spoiler ... they're not that cheap.

Patrick and Tim kick things off by recapping Tesla’s biggest news in years: The Robotaxi is finally here. Kind of. They share what they think about Tesla’s autonomous taxi pilot so far and the big questions Tesla still needs to answer.  Then they explain why Ford’s LFP battery plant is caught up in controversy—and why bringing LFP battery production to America is so critical.

Finally, the guys talk about America’s cheapest EVs and Patrick’s new least favorite car.

Further reading: Tesla Robotaxi first impressions; Ford’s LFP plant takes shape, the Chevy Equinox EV is our EV of 2024.
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