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Changing the way cars are built.

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Dec 19, 2025

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16 min read

The EV Reckoning of 2025: Lessons From Ford and Mercedes

The F-150 Lightning's death is more complicated than you may think. Meanwhile, another automaker shows what's possible.

Patrick George
Patrick George

Manufacturing

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Nov 21, 2025

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15 min read

The Quiet 'Convergence' That's Transforming the Auto Industry

But is this what drivers really want?

Patrick George
Patrick George

Manufacturing

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Oct 17, 2025

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15 min read

What This Affordable EV Says About America's Untenable Car Market

The 2026 Nissan Leaf arrives at the right time. But I question what's coming next.

Patrick George
Patrick George

E-Mobility

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Oct 10, 2025

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14 min read

America's Affordable EV Race Is Just Getting Started

Even as tax credits end, carmakers like Chevrolet, Nissan and even Tesla are dropping prices fast.

Patrick George
Patrick George

Nissan

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Sep 26, 2025

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16 min read

EV Tax Credits Are Over. Here's How To Think About What's Next

A new era begins for mobility. It may even be a better one.

Patrick George
Patrick George

E-Mobility

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Sep 19, 2025

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15 min read

Are Gas Engines The Answer To America's EV Problem?

Why extended-range EVs are the next big thing, and why I have my doubts.

Patrick George
Patrick George

Manufacturing

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Sep 12, 2025

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15 min read

Europe's Biggest Auto Show Was About Survival

What big leaps in technology, tariffs, a rising China and a controversial 2035 EV mandate mean for the future of transportation.

Patrick George
Patrick George

Manufacturing

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Sep 5, 2025

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15 min read

America's Losing Its EV Edge. Here's Why Europe Has To Race Ahead

A tale of two car markets that feel very, very different in late 2025.

Patrick George
Patrick George

Waymo

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Aug 22, 2025

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13 min read

'Zero Debate': Why Rivian's CEO Is Sure The Future Will Be Electric

An extended chat with Rivian's CEO and founder on what's next.

Patrick George
Patrick George

E-Mobility

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Aug 15, 2025

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14 min read

Ford's $30K EV Truck Made Headlines. The Factory's The Real Story.

Ford takes a shot at Tesla and BYD with a new way to make electric cars.

Patrick George
Patrick George

E-Mobility

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Jul 25, 2025

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14 min read

The 'Fix It In Post' Era Has Arrived For Your Car

Car companies dream of big revenue through paid software upgrades. They're struggling to get the basics right first.

Patrick George
Patrick George

Manufacturing

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Jul 18, 2025

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12 min read

EV Tax Credits Are Dying. Here's Why I'm Still Optimistic

Plus, why BMW is getting ready for bigger competition than just Tesla.

Patrick George
Patrick George

Manufacturing

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