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Shazam, Today, your critiques were based on your own misquote and your lack of information regarding our first hand familiarity with the Ultium platform. You might be surprised to learn that we literally see Ultium based trucks every time we leave our home. We live near Detroit. Hummer EV (production), Silverado EV (production), and even Sierra EV (preproduction) are being driven by employees and/or regular consumers constantly near our home. These are not concepts or prototypes. We see them and we have sat in them. We know the specifications. That familiarity enables us to have and substantiate opinions about them. We tell the truth on this channel. Miss GoElectric dedicated her college education to journalism and earned her degree in broadcast journalism from Oakland University. We do not take kindly to suggestions that we engage in sensationalism or lack an understanding of automotive production realities. As the editor and producer, I expend a great deal of mental energy for my part in considering the words we use in our scripts. Misunderstandings are inevitable, but inaccuracies are extremely rare in our work. If it happens, we will own and issue a correction. -Producer Tim

@@MissGoElectric So @ 7:40 ~ "the GMC... is going to have deliveries this summer". Future tense: "going". The Ultium stuff (batteries, battery pack, charging and power electronics, etc. etc.) in the Hummer has very little in common with the one in the Silverado, just the brand name. All car companies put out "specifications", which are often quietly changed after user testing and reviews show the errors. While the Sierra and the Silverado share the same Ultium "platform", the specifications are different. I simply pointed out that having the Sierra as a "favorite" (of the Ultium Platform / Brand / etc.) is disingenuous since the vehicle is not in production or has been delivered to customers, which is stated in the video and acknowledged by you (~"pre-production, driven by employees"). Innuendo, inferences, conflation, cleverly ambiguous phrasing and such should not be in this type of program. I was not the only one who commented on the "favorite" comment, so perhaps others either misconstrued or wantonly twisted its reading as well. The clear and accurate statement could have been: "based on the Sierra's similarity to the Silverado, it could be one of our favorite GM Ultium platform vehicles in the future."

Rimac is not associated with Stellantis. BMW, Hyundai Group, and Volkswagen/Porsche etc are. -Producer Tim

@MissGoElectric yes, but the powertrain and EV tech seem similar, and Rimac has provided components and technology to other brands such as Porsche and the Hyundai group.

Yes, we report on Rimac regularly including last week's segment. Rimac and Stellantis have not disclosed any partnership. LG provides the battery cells: www.greencarreports.com/news/1140856_maserati-charges-up-for-its-first-ev-the-granturismo-folgore We suspect the axial flux motors come from eMotors: emotors.com/emotors

@MissGoElectric thank you for the information, it seens like a very compelling vehicle, and it's funny to see several high-end convertibles come to market before the new Tesla Roadster, which was revealed and promised long ago.

Slavery is not legal in the US, where dozens of automakers and suppliers currently employee hundreds of thousands of non-union American workers. Recent landmark union contracts prohibit any reduction of workforce *in addition* to unprecedented wage increases and other benefits. When technology or methodological improvements make toil and labor unnecessary, automakers with union workforces are prohibited from scaling back the labor force or optimizing in various ways. Non-union companies which can take advantage of working smarter, not harder, can produce better products at lower costs. They can do so even while paying competitively. There are other concerns. What happens to the billions of dollars skimmed by unions from the laborers in fees and dues? Why have so many union leaders been jailed for theft, embezzlement, and nefarious political interference? A well meaning concept can result in concentrated power, which corrupts. Parasitic losses can be the difference between a company which survives, and one which dies. Thank you for your perspective. -Producer Tim

Yes. Volume is the primary enabler to value. Economies of scale are the undisputed champion. BYD and Li Auto have shown us that, which is why we have covered them so heavily. We frequently emphasize the implications of Chinese EVs on this weekly broadcast We hope you'll subscribe to continue watching and joining the conversation. -Producer Tim

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We made no such claim. Our choice of words included paring of waste and rebalancing of labor competition. One might consider that the Tesla Model Y was the best selling car on planet Earth for 2022. Tesla has the safest lineup ever created. It's North American Model Y, Cybertruck, and Model 3 are the most American made automobiles in their categories. A person who has not driven 2024 models based on front and rear castings, would be shocked at the build quality improvements enabled by those and other innovation. Thanks for watching and commenting. -Producer Tim

@@MissGoElectric don't worry, I know you didn't. I chose the third person "anyone" to refer to others who have that belief 👍

You have misquoted our host. She said it was her favorite *ULTIUM* EV pickup truck. That qualifying term is crucial. Ultium Pickup trucks are currently in production. They are not a pipe dream or q concept, but volume is low, for reasons we have covered extensively on this program as well as our Twitter/X feed. In a previous episode of the Current linked below viewers learned that Miss GoElectric (and I) actually worked with Karma Automotive for years. krplus.net/bidio/k7Gkl3-nmaWndWU We are insiders with over 30 years working directly with automakers specifically on product launches concept through preproduction. We've trained tens of thousands of automotive sales staff in person. We've interacted with hundreds of thousands of buyers personally on behalf of dozens of brands as product experts. The Current is one of many shows on several channels and platforms within the Miss GoElectric brand. Wanna see our in person tour of an actual Ultium pickup truck filmed years ago?: krplus.net/bidio/ZqyuqqN9eK_Up2U Miss GoElectric personally owns and drives a 2024 Rivian R1T Performance Dual Motor Max Pack electric pickup truck. We also own a Tesla Cybertruck. This is not academic for us. It is our career and our lifestyle. Mind your tone. -Producer Tim

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@@MissGoElectric The clarification could have just as easily said "...GM EV pickup truck", since GM owns the Ultium trademark (and whatever they want it to mean ay any given time). Since you list links to reviews of Ultium vehicles of the past, they are not at all the same as what is being now promoted. This would also justify selecting favorites from all other vehicle brands, i.e. "...favorite Arcimoto..." or "...favorite Faraday Future..."

She said "Ultium Trucks" There are only 3: Hummer EV, Silverado EV, and the upcoming Sierra EV. We have seen all three of these in real life. We live near Detroit and we cannot leave our home without seeing them on the road. We have spent time in the Hummer and the Silverado. Both are now in production and have been delivered to customers. We have been seeing them around regularly since 2022. We have published that content on our channels. The segment was about GM and Ultium advancements. That is the reason Miss GoElectric expressed her personal preference within that scope. If it were a Hyundai Group segment, she might have called out the EV9 as her favorite eGMP EV. If it were a Volkswagen segment she might have named the European Ford Explorer EV or ID.BUZZ as her favorite EVs on their MEB platform. -Producer Tim

@@MissGoElectric Favorites are great, although it is illogical to have a "favorite" without having any experience with the object. Perhaps a "Favorite Press Release" may be somewhat understandable, but also inconsequential. In any case, with the internet where YT comments often gush praise over a yet unwatched video, it is becoming common.

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Thank be clear, Miss GoElectric said that the GMC Sierra Denali is her favorite *"Ultium"* based EV. Only General Motors makes Ultium battery based pickup trucks. She drives a Rivian R1T Max Pack with over 400 miles of range. We also have a Tesla Cybertruck. When the range extender arrives, range will surpass that of any other EV truck. We do not intend to buy a Sierra Denali. Thank you for commenting! -Producer Tim

@MissGoElectric Thanks for clarifying. I am not in need of a truck but appreciate the advanced design of the Cybertruck. Still, Tesla sales continue to slide.

@@MissGoElectric So the GMC Sierra Denali, she has never seen or driven a production version of, is her "favorite "Ultium" based EV? According to GM "Ultium" is just branding and means nothing regarding the performance, technology, chemistry or actual source manufacturer of the batteries. Really? Almost as valuable as Porsche's "Turbo" on BEVs

Ultium is a platform from GM. It includes batteries, chassis, sensor suites, etc. Pickup trucks on this platform have been in production for quite a while now. Miss GoElectric first published content with the Ultium pickup truck years ago. On this segment called The Current, we have shared design, pricing, and specifications of all Ultium trucks including Hummer EV, Silverado, and Sierra. We invite you to watch more episodes and other content if you'd like to learn more. Watch your tone. -Producer Tim

@@shazam6274 All EVs are improving as the truck market expands. MGE is not the only one impressed with GM pickups and the Tesla Cybertruck. I'll trust her opinion with regard to Rivian as the verdict is still out on them.

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Tesla has made more millionaire employees than GM , Stellantis, and Ford with a fraction of the workforce. Do UAW workers get company stock? How many billions of dollars have been skimmed from union workers by unions? What percentage of union bosses have been jailed for misappropriating funds or using influence in illegal ways? It is not just about wages. In this segment, MGE makes the point that Union contracts prohibit layoffs. They force workers to remain employed even if they've become comparatively unproductive or rendered unnecessary by technology or methodological innovations. Thanks for sharing your views. -Producer Tim

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Good point.

Considering that the non ev versions of that truck are approaching $100k, not as expensive as you might think. Brand new non trucks, or used trucks are very affordable for most. Can get a used ev for $20k before incentives… if that’s not affordable “in 2024”, I’m not sure what is

Thanks for watching and commenting. I did say out of the three Ultium trucks the Sierra EV was my favorite. It is not my favorite EV. We talk about all EVs here at all price points and I even talk about the most affordable with my channel KRplus.com/@MissGoElectricRideReviews which includes ebikes and other eMobility options. We have a GoElectric buying guide for Electric Cars coming soon and hopefully it will provide education for all on how to shop for the right EV for you. Maybe the algorithm will present that to you when the time is right and it will be more catered to your preferences.

As an EV advocate, I am sorry to hear that you feel that way. However, your viewpoint is 100% legit. We have an affordability problem. There are many average people whom I believe would be open to EV ownership with even a just little information and experience with an EV, but they are priced entirely out of the market. I see this affordability problem industry-wide, but it is most pronounced with EVs certainly. I am very fortunate in that we can afford one EV, there’s no way to afford another until the first is paid off. BUT, the second wave is coming. We had the first wave during the pandemic. We are in a lull right now. I think a second wave of EV adoption is coming and a lot of early adopters are going to trade up for newest tech because there are always some people who have to have the latest phone/tech, etc. That will flood the market with used but in good condition EVs. Also, since the pandemic, the depreciation on these first generation EV has been high, especially for luxury models. Those who cannot afford new are going to have excellent used options as most first adopters are kind of geeky in their car care. Once the next wave tech hits in 2025/26, all those who bought in 21/22 are going to trade up. So hold tight. Decide what you want now and watch for it to hit the used market in 18-30 months. You will have choices.

You can buy a brand new Tesla Model 3 or Model Y for the same or less than a Toyota, Honda or most other cars in the USA. Can't afford a new car? These are also available as "pre-owned" for even $10 to $20k less and not hard to find. Just think: Free gasoline, Oil, etc., etc. !

You aren't all bad, Shazam. This is spot on. -Producer Tim

Awesome to hear. Thanks for watching! Congrats on her new ride. She has great taste 😁 I absolutely agree with her and if it had a hitch receiver I think I would have bought one. Thanks for sharing your thoughts 🤓

For some markets. They actually said they will sell only zero emission vehicles in 2040. www.cnn.com/2024/01/09/business/honda-announces-new-line-of-electric-cars/index.html

Roadster would be a great pick. Hopefully they will make it sooner rather than later 🫠

They laid off many roles that were not including factory positions. Maybe they will be next after Mercedes 👀

@@MissGoElectric Hope not.

The UAW and many foreign unions have made well documented attempts to unionize Tesla workers. Most recently, incredible pressure in Sweden failed. American workers at Tesla are paid very well and receive company stock. Tesla has made more millionaire employees than any of the UAW automakers, even though their US workforce is a fraction of the size. Tesla workers consistently reject union overtures. The brand is building automobiles with fewer labor hours than American competitors and they will continue to innovate in ways which reduce suffering and toil. The fruits of those changes will enable more growth as a company, and more hiring in other areas where human beings are more useful. Examples include store and service staff, design, engineering, and education. -Producer Tim

This episode premiered on Saturday, April 20th at 6:30PM PST with about 55 live viewers. That said, we upload whenever the edit is finished. Sometimes earlier, sometimes later depending on travel schedules. Automotive manufacturing methods have changed wildly in the last three years. The massive press technology used in new EVs by Tesla and many Chinese competitors has eliminated hundreds of sub-assebmly components. It has eliminated hundreds of welds and labor hours. Combined power and data lines, unified computational centers, and soon the unboxed method will reduce complexity and further reduce dependence on human labor. When a vehicle can be assembled under the supervision of a dozen people rather than the toil of hundreds of people, costs are lower. Prices are lower. Value is higher. Demand is higher. Market share always flows from incumbents to the producers which provides the most value. Thank you for commenting and sharing your opinions. -Producer Tim

@@MissGoElectric I get that process you know and it is true, yes, they will get more value, so they say. I am still for workers though, because when these Executives think that they are in the clear when you have thousands on the breadline,they got another thing coming. Those same furloughed workers would come looking for them and those Executives would have to be watching their backs all the time, where situations like that,people are wondering how they are going to feed their families, would want to go after them. Uncomfortable situation as an Executive long term.

@@MissGoElectric Thank you kindly for response. Much respect.

You get to the central issue. Should humans ever toil unnecessarily? What happened to typesetters, elevator operators, NASA's human calculators, ditch diggers, and warplane gunners? Roles automate away. Robots can do the physical stuff. Increasingly, AI can do the thinking stuff. The structure of our economy will fundamentally change. It will become based on something other than "job count" or "hours on site". The fruits of production must be allocated in a manner which befits a healthy society. That doesn't mean people have to stand next to machines and push buttons as makework in service of an obsolete metric. This change is coming. If we can all enjoyed an age of abundance with a lower cost of human suffering, wouldn't that represent advancement of civilization? -Producer Tim

@@MissGoElectric Thank you kindly for your response, but i respectfully disagree.

My opinion is that labor is costly but important to have workers rights enforced and represented. The reality is some automakers are tied to unions and others are not and the cost is higher for those who have union contracts. Interestingly, that does NOT mean union workers actually receive higher compensation. Tesla has minted more millionaires than ever unionized American Automaker by giving them stock in the company. Tesla workers consistently reject unionization. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts. -Producer Tim

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Unionized = communist. In communist states everything trends towards the lowest possible limit. Everybody works just as much as he has to. And not one iota more.

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@@MissGoElectricwhere can I find a reference for that data?

I'd like to see worker hours per vehicle . . .

Here is a good article: www.axios.com/2023/09/13/tesla-uaw-gm-ford-stellantis-contract-talks Automakers do not consistently disclose the labor hours per vehicle, but we know Tesla now uses the world's largest casting machines removing hundreds of parts and welds. They now employ simplified wiring and unified compute. Those innovations result in massive reductions in required labor per vehicle. Automakers with contracts prohibiting layoffs would be unable to realize savings by innovating in the same way. This is a major competitive disadvantage. The same is true of franchise dealership entanglements. The big three must wrestle significant parasitic load compared to non union or direct-to-consumer automakers

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Since the beginning of the channel, I've been thinking about ways to get the ev information out there to as many people possible. But, there are layers of information. Retired senior managers of auto manufacturing, we want the business side information. For example, I don't like CATL and BYD impacting the business in America in any way, but I do want to know what they're doing. I want to be kept up to date on Volvo/Polestar, UAW activities, sop dates for battery builders here in America. This is valuable information we're talking about. And, I do know that gathering all the necessary information for all the things that you want to present and confirming for truthfulness is very time-consuming. There's a lot to think about. I'm even thinking about a round-table video show with guests, call-in experts, and just time with host answering questions on the fly. Just let her get loose and go with it. You guys know enough people you can tap on the shoulder for that. I'm excited about the future for you guys.

A truthful restatement of a subset in our labor cuts and unionization segment. -Producer Tim

​@@MissGoElectric But if it makes the product unprofitable.....?

Time to move on to Tesla now .

Wealthy and powerful union bosses around the world would love to gain more influence and revenue by infiltrating Tesla. Tesla currently builds the best selling car in the world and they have higher margins than most automakers. Unions have tried many times. Tesla employees are also company stockholders. They reject unions. This made headlines in Sweden recently, but our UAW has tried many times. In Germany, the union set up shop at a building near the main parking lot entrance. -Producer Tim

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These are about half the price of a comparably sized Airstream which does not offer insta-camp, magic hitch, ez tow, or the enormous battery capacity. They aren't cheap, but they are not at the top of the price range for new RVs either. We have a Rivian R1T Max Pack and a Cybertruck AWD. We reserved a range extender. We'll share our experiences on this site. Thank you for sharing your views. -Producer Tim

A dealer certified iX with remaining warranty can be a great option! Prices have dropped and now a brand new Tesla Model X is only $70k. That is very tough competition. See for yourself: ts.la/LAYCEE587786 -Producer Tim

I show all that in this video: krplus.net/bidio/YMipi2V_hn2cimE Thanks for watching!

@@MissGoElectric Thank you! How would you compare to lightship storage?

Lightship is larger, but a lot of the the collapsing upper shell greatly reduces utilization of vertical space. Neither company has shown a production final version. We will be able to draw conclusions then. Here is our full Lightship tour: krplus.net/bidio/qalrZ3hne2jddXo

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AC Future definitely hired big shots to provide the design render. It is much more ambitious to build a bespoke motorhome EV platform compared to a trailer like Pebble and Lightship. We wish them luck!

@@MissGoElectric OK. But yes, they did debut a virtual prototype at CES Las Vegas in January but the company, AC future is working on the prototype right now and the CEO said it should be done by May and at that point they will unveil the physical prototype can take a tour of the vehicle. Reservations are expected to open this year. Production is expected to begin in 2025. Look into it.

About 60 lbs. Our full review is here: krplus.net/bidio/gpmBpKCefGqanIo It includes every specification. -Producer Tim

You bet. That is a doozie and is in production. It will be published to a different channel at: KRplus.com/@missgoelectricindustry We have three channels including this one, that one, and youtube.com/@missgoelectricridereviews (ebikes, scooters, and other wild personal transportation devices) -Producer Tim

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