PODCAST: TESLA MODEL 3 REVERSE-ENGINEERED, TESLA CHINESE CLONE, MERCEDES GOES ELECTRIC, MORE

EV Channels Review

This podcast episode delves into several key developments in the EV space. A significant portion discusses Tesla Model 3 vehicles being sent to Germany, likely for reverse engineering by established automakers like Mercedes and Porsche. The conversation also highlights the Chinese EV startup Xpeng, which has secured substantial funding from Alibaba and Foxconn for its "Tesla clone," the Xpeng G3. The interior design of the G3 is noted as being heavily inspired by the Model 3, raising questions about intellectual property. Additionally, the podcast touches upon upcoming Tesla Autopilot updates, with expectations for improvements rather than entirely new features in the near term. The discussion also covers Waymo's autonomous vehicle progress, its fleet expansion with Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrids, and the ongoing debate about autonomous driving data reporting. Finally, the episode touches on Tesla's referral program updates, Porsche's Mission E production plans, and the potential impact of Tesla's upcoming Roadster technology on its existing Model S and Model X lines.