2018: WHAT A YEAR IT WAS - AUTOLINE THIS WEEK 2241

EV Channels Review

This Autoline This Week episode from late 2018 provides a comprehensive panel discussion on the year's most significant automotive events. The conversation highlights the dramatic downfall of Nissan-Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn, the strategic plant closures and workforce restructuring at General Motors, and the ongoing challenges and successes of Tesla, particularly with the Model 3 production ramp-up. The panel also delves into the impact of President Trump's trade policies, including tariffs on steel and aluminum, and their ripple effects on the industry. While the discussion touches on the broader market shift away from sedans towards trucks and crossovers, the core focus remains on these major corporate and geopolitical events. The review emphasizes the uncertainty surrounding the future of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance and the complex labor negotiations facing GM. The episode concludes by noting Tesla's significant market presence despite its size and the ongoing evolution of the electric vehicle market.