The Tesla Robotaxi launch in Austin is facing criticism for being underwhelming, with only a handful of vehicles operating and encountering technical issues reminiscent of earlier self-driving capabilities. Meanwhile, the podcast also covers Ford's ambitious BlueOval Battery Park project, set to manufacture affordable LFP batteries, critical for the future of EVs. However, Ford’s partnership with the Chinese company CATL has elicited security concerns among state and federal officials. The episode touches on public anxiety about the implications of foreign partnerships in battery production.
Tesla's Robotaxi launch has been underwhelming, with only 10 to 20 vehicles operational in Austin, facing challenges comparable to previous self-driving technology.
Ford's BlueOval Battery Park aims to produce affordable LFP batteries, but its partnership with Chinese company CATL raises security concerns amid national scrutiny.
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