Honda and Nissan Merger, Ram Puts Ramcharger Over REV, a Free Fiat EV: TWC Podcast 203
By Phil Royle — Dec. 26, 2024
There are a few news items that are fluid and developing, like the Honda-Nissan merger. Why does this melding of manufacturers make sense? We dive into which company benefits best when it comes to electrification. We also look at Ram’s electric rumblings, Rivian’s UAW rumors, leasing a free Fiat, and more!
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SHOW NOTES
Honda-Nissan merger rumblings intensify: https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/honda-nissan-move-closer-tie-up-competition-intensifies-source-says-2024-12-18/
Ram prioritizing Ramcharger over REV: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/18/stellantis-delays-electric-ram-pickup-truck.html
Dodge’s marketing plan for the Charger Daytona EV - Butts in seats: https://insideevs.com/news/745071/dodge-charger-ev-skeptics-roadkill/
Lease a Fiat 500e for essentially nothing: https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/crazy-fiat-500e-prices-are-back-you-can-lease-one-for-0-mo-yes-zero-in-co/
Honda to show crossover variants of 0 Series EV at CES: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a63217691/honda-teaser-prototypes-ces-2025/
Rivian reportedly has a “secret deal” with the UAW on organizing: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-19/uaw-rivian-rivn-strike-secret-deal-to-ease-unionization-of-ev-factory-workers
This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez
Episode art courtesy Honda
Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay
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