In this episode of the Urban EV Podcast, hosts Rob Hoffman and Scott Murphy engage in a lively conversation with Nigel Gordon Stewart, the chairman and CEO of Austin Motor Company. They explore Nigel's extensive background in the automotive industry from McLaren to Lamborghini to Lotus and eventually Austin, where he is leading the legendary brand into the electric vehicle era with the Austin Arrow.

The discussion also touches on a Lamborghini test drive with Donald Trump, the challenges faced with entering the US market, disconnect between vehicle size and urban needs and the future of EVs. Additionally, they delve into Project Arrow, Canada's electric vehicle initiative, and Nigel's vision for the future of Austin Motor Company (https://www.austinmotorcompany.com/)

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Electric Mobility and Austin Motor Company

01:01 Nigel Gordon-Stewart's Journey in the Automotive Industry

04:42 Transition to Austin Motor Company and Electric Vehicles

05:36 Development of the Austin Arrow and Urban Mobility

11:39 The Advantages of Electric Vehicles

17:31 Understanding the Quadricycle Concept

20:13 The Disconnect Between Vehicle Size and Urban Needs

23:55 The Future of EVs and Changing Perceptions

25:43 The Shift to Electric Vehicles

28:23 Performance and Specifications of the Austin Arrow

30:38 The Evolution of Electric Vehicles

32:40 BYD's Market Strategy and Impact

35:56 Future of Battery Technology

39:42 The Role of Features in Modern Cars

43:54 Project Aero: Reviving Canadian Automotive Pride

51:20 Manufacturing Challenges and Opportunities in Canada

52:17 Quality Control in Automotive Production

54:42 The Target Market for Austin Cars

57:34 Future Plans for Austin's Vehicle Lineup

01:03:41 A Surprising Encounter with Donald Trump

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