The trends that shaped EVs, robotaxis, and electric flight in 2024

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We chronicled the messy downfall of Fisker — which crumbled under its founders’ whims — including how the startup left its HQ in complete disarray and had to sign a deal with American Lease, the company that bought Fisker’s fleet, to help owners get help with recall repairs.

The startup has fought the odds and managed to turn its docked e-bike rental service for delivery workers into a profitable business, and has even branched out into building battery charging cabinets.

Archer recently raised $430 million and teamed up with Anduril to dive into defense — a theme we’re expecting to continue into 2025 as defense tech heats up.

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Author / Journalist: Kirsten Korosec, Rebecca Bellan

Category: Technology

Markets: United StatesGeorgiaNew Zealand

Topics: EVs Robotaxi Robotaxis Tesla Waymo Transportation Autonomous vehicles Startups Cruise

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Published On: 2024-12-27 @ 19:15:09 (1 days ago)

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