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Sandy Munro’s 2024 Auto Industry Predictions and Big Insights
As 2024 gets underway, the global auto industry stands on the edge of major transformation. In a recent Munro Live episode, Sandy Munro and Jordan Rocha sat down to reflect on the lessons of 2023 and to share key auto industry predictions for 2024. Their discussion touched on critical topics like EV adoption, vehicle engineering […]
How Tesla Builds the Cybertruck’s Bold Body Panels: A Stamping Teardown
The Cybertruck may be Tesla’s most visually divisive electric vehicle. But underneath its angular exoskeleton lies an equally radical approach to automotive manufacturing. At the core of this is Tesla’s unique HFS (Hot Formed Stainless) panel stamping process. This teardown takes you inside Tesla’s stamping line to explore how cutting-edge automation, material science, and lean […]
EnergyX’s Direct Lithium Extraction Revolutionizes EV Battery Supply
As electric vehicle (EV) demand surges, securing sustainable sources of critical materials like lithium has become a global priority. At the heart of this “white gold rush” is EnergyX—a U.S.-based startup leveraging direct lithium extraction (DLE) to drastically improve the efficiency, cost, and environmental footprint of lithium production. In a detailed walkthrough with Sandy Munro, […]
Tesla’s Cybertruck Power Converter Ushers in 800V Innovation
Tesla’s Cybertruck continues to reshape the electric vehicle landscape—not only through its angular, stainless steel exterior, but through deep powertrain and power electronics innovation. At the heart of its technological evolution lies the Cybertruck’s next-generation power conversion system, capable of 800V operation and bidirectional energy transfer. This breakthrough not only boosts performance but redefines what’s […]
Inside ONE’s Michigan Battery Factory: A Lean Look at the Future of EV Batteries
In a tour guided by Sandy Munro and Mujeeb Ijaz, founder of Our Next Energy (ONE), we got a rare inside look at ONE’s Michigan battery factory—a lean manufacturing site specializing in lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells. This Michigan battery factory tour wasn’t just about size or spectacle. It revealed practical innovations in lean […]
Cybertruck Deep Dive: Tesla’s Engineering Masterclass
Tesla’s Cybertruck isn’t just a statement in styling — it’s a revolution in vehicle architecture, manufacturing, and electrical engineering. In a rare roundtable hosted at Giga Texas, five top Tesla executives joined Sandy Munro to unpack the innovations underpinning the Cybertruck platform. From its controversial exoskeleton to game-changing 48-volt architecture and software-defined vehicle systems, the […]
Inside Tesla’s Cybertruck Casting Innovation — A Deep Dive with Engineering Leadership
Tesla’s Cybertruck continues to disrupt conventional automotive design norms—especially when it comes to body structure and casting strategy. In a revealing conversation with Tesla’s Head of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy, key insights emerged about how the electric vehicle giant is rethinking everything from hot-stamped door rings to integrated crash zones. We examine the groundbreaking elements […]
The Tesla Cybertruck: An Engineering Analysis
The Tesla Cybertruck isn’t just an EV with bold styling—it’s a rolling showcase of next-generation engineering. In this technical breakdown, Sandy Munro dives deep into the innovations that make the Cybertruck stand out, from its 48V electrical system to its steer-by-wire capability and advanced materials science. Whether you’re an automotive engineer, EV investor, or tech […]
Sandy Munro’s First Cybertruck Drive Review
tA First Look Behind the Wheel of Tesla’s Boldest Truck Yet The Tesla Cybertruck has ignited debate since its polarizing debut—brutalist design, stainless steel exoskeleton, and specs that defy the pickup truck playbook. But how does it feel to drive? Automotive teardown expert Sandy Munro recently took the wheel for his first drive of the […]
Cybertruck 48V Innovation Cuts Weight and Streamlines Design
Tesla’s adoption of a 48V electrical architecture in the Cybertruck marks a pivotal shift in electric vehicle design—delivering significant weight savings, wiring reduction, and higher data throughput. For decades, the auto industry has clung to a 12V standard, despite its inefficiencies. But thanks to decisive leadership and sound engineering, Tesla has shattered that inertia—ushering in […]