GM's Ultium platform and their previous big day about EVs were just hype and false forward-looking statements, and they need to focus on building vehicles people want to see rather than putting on a show to make everyone feel better about not selling their shares
Questions to inspire discussion
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Was GM's Ultium platform just hype?
—Yes, the video discusses how the Ultium platform and previous EV announcements were considered hype and false forward-looking statements.
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What should GM focus on instead?
—GM should focus on building vehicles people want to see, rather than putting on a show to make everyone feel better about not selling their shares.
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What is the main criticism of GM's approach?
—The main criticism is that GM needs to focus on building vehicles people want to see, rather than making false forward-looking statements.
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What is the controversy surrounding GM's EV announcements?
—The controversy is that the announcements were considered hype and false forward-looking statements, and GM needs to focus on building vehicles people want to see.
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Why do people feel disappointed with GM's approach?
—People feel disappointed because GM's focus on hype and false forward-looking statements has overshadowed their ability to build vehicles people want to see.
Key Insights
- 📉 The media bias tracker quantifies Tesla's coverage compared to other companies, revealing potential biases.
- 🤯 GM's decision to switch to cylindrical cells for their electric vehicles, after mocking Tesla for using laptop batteries, highlights the hypocrisy and lack of clear direction in their approach to innovation.
- 🤦♂️ GM's media department was unresponsive and uncooperative, leaving the narrator unable to get any insight on the E Silverado presentation at the Detroit Auto Show.
- 🤔 GM's new energy capacity is not as groundbreaking as they claim, and their battery for the E Hummer weighs more than a Honda Civic.
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Clips
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00:00 🚗 GM's ultum platform is struggling, and their previous big day about EVs was just hype and nonsense.
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01:39 🤔 GM made false forward-looking statements, Univision tried to copyright claim bot footage, and the idea of a skateboard for cars failed.
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02:57 🚗 GM is working on a versatile skateboard platform for cars, with partnerships and new battery designs, aiming to reinvent the industry.
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04:19 🚗 GM has been lying about their concept cars for years, showcasing prototypes and designs that never actually get made.
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05:29 🚗 GM is still lying about their production levels and should focus more on building vehicles people want to see.
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07:08 😡 GM's media department was unresponsive and unhelpful at the Detroit Auto Show, refusing to provide any insight on the Silverado.
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07:58 🤔 GM is just putting on a show to make everyone feel better about not selling their shares, and their new battery for the E Hummer and upcoming Silverado is not as innovative as they claim.
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09:03 🤖 GM is refining a media tracker and plans to do a weekly update on the channel, and supporters can access it early.
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