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Podcast: Tesla/SpaceX merger, Rivian R2 progress, new Mercedes GLA, and more

Podcast: Tesla/SpaceX merger, Rivian R2 progress, new Mercedes GLA, and more

This week’s podcast covers rumored plans to merge Tesla and SpaceX, along with Rivian’s latest earnings and updates on its R2 model. The show also reviews efficiency tests and introduces the new Mercedes GLA, summarizing top stories in sustainable transport.

The latest edition of the Electrek Podcast has landed, bringing with it a sweeping look at the biggest stories in electric vehicles and clean energy. This week’s episode leads with the eye-catching rumor of a potential Tesla and SpaceX merger, a speculative idea that would blur the lines between Musk’s automotive and aerospace ventures. While no official confirmation exists, the discussion reflects how much attention is now being paid to the tech mogul’s intertwined businesses and what that could mean for future vehicle production.

Also in the spotlight is Rivian, with the podcast digging into the company’s latest earnings, the progress of its more affordable R2 model, and its efficiency testing results. Rivian has made a name for itself with rugged electric SUVs and pickups, but while the brand has a strong following in North America, it has not yet launched officially in Saudi Arabia. For local buyers who follow the EV market closely, the R2 is a model to monitor, as it could eventually position itself as a competitor to

Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3

Written by the Beseyat editorial team. For full details, see the original report at Electrek.

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