
Adam Ragozzino
Adam researches and writes about electric-vehicle batteries, electric motors, fuel cells and other key components in electrified propulsion systems.
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Who is winning the BEV Race?
It’s been two years since Ford went “all in” for electrification. Since then, the legacy automakers have been racing to catch up to BEV heavy-weight Tesla. But Tesla may be more concerned about Chinese BEV makers which have a $10,000 lower cost of production than Western counterparts.
So, who is winning and losing the race to build electric vehicles? What are the various automakers’ strategies and which automakers and regions are best positioned for success? Join Adam Ragozzino to find out.
The New Polestar 2 a Model for Going Mainstream
The ʼ24 Polestar 2 may have a winning formula thanks to some very old qualities.
GM, Mitra Chem LMFP and LMx Plans Nipping at CATL’s Heels
General Motors invests $60 million in Israel-based Mitra Chem for next-generation lithium-iron-phosphate cathode materials. But U.S. EV makers aren’t catching up so much as trying to keep up with leading Chinese battery companies.
High-Priced BEVs Leaving Legacy OEMs Behind
Legacy automakers in Europe may find it harder to retain their market share if they don’t sell mass market BEVs soon.
Battery Supply Issues at BrightDrop Points to Car Shortage
General Motors is idling its BrightDrop commercial battery-electric-vehicle plant in Ontario, Canada, for the rest of the month. The problem for the commercial BEV sector could be a problem for passenger cars, too.
Looking for the Next Tesla? Follow the Production Line
Lordstown Motors’ recent failure may be a sign of more to come for the SPAC startups. But the next EV success story is already here.