This was a shocker: Peter Rawlinson steps down as Lucid’s CEO. Was it voluntary, who will replace him, and what does this mean for Lucid’s future? We don’t know the answers, but we do ponder the questions. Also, Ramcharger specs go public, Jay Leno drives the Scout EREV, Mercedes-Benz creates a do-all-the-things platform, and more, all on this week’s podcast!
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SHOW NOTES
Peter Rawlinson steps down as Lucid CEO: https://ir.lucidmotors.com/news-releases/news-release-details/lucid-announces-ceo-transition
Production-intent specs drop on 2026 Ramcharger: https://tfltruck.com/2025/02/2026-ramcharger-more-details-news/
Jay Leno drives Scout EREV prototype: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJbBCAVhXuc
Mercedes-Benz unveils powertrain-agnostic MMA platform: https://www.thedrive.com/news/mercedes-is-finally-ready-to-destroy-the-line-between-ev-and-ice-car-design
Kia unveils its PV5 EV van:
https://electrek.co/2025/02/20/kia-unveils-pv5-first-look-electric-van-weve-waited-for/
https://electrek.co/2025/02/19/kia-pv5-electric-van-spotted-in-us-for-first-time/
Nikola files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/struggling-e-truck-maker-nikola-files-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection-2025-02-19/
New Rivian models are “California Dune” edition R1T/R1S: https:
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