Porsche’s Strategy, Rivian & Amazon, ChatGPT, Mitsubishi: EV News Mar 16

Porsche’s tactical maneuvering has been thrust into the spotlight as the German automaker has made a foray into the electric vehicle (EV) market. In addition to the unveiling of the brand’s first all-electric car, the Taycan, Porsche has made strategic investments in Rivian and Amazon, as well as a partnership with ChatGPT and Mitsubishi.

Porsche’s recent moves signify the brand’s intent to be a major player in the EV arena, a goal that is further solidified by its partnership with Mitsubishi. Porsche and Mitsubishi have agreed to establish a joint venture in order to develop and manufacture EVs in Japan. This venture is anticipated to be operational by 2021.

In addition, Porsche has made strategic investments in the electric vehicle startups, Rivian and Amazon. Rivian is a Michigan-based company developing electric pickup trucks and SUV’s, while Amazon is a leading provider of electric vehicle charging solutions. The investment in Rivian is an attempt to further Porsche’s efforts to advance into the electric vehicle industry, as well as to gain access to Rivian’s cutting edge technology. Similarly, the investment in Amazon is believed to be a move to gain access to Amazon’s expansive network of charging infrastructure.

The partnership with ChatGPT, a Chinese-based automotive technology company, is another indication of Porsche’s embrace of the EV industry. Through the partnership, Porsche plans to gain access to ChatGPT’s expertise in electric vehicle design and engineering. This collaboration is expected to play a key role in accelerating Porsche’s development of EVs.

As Porsche continues to expand into the electric vehicle market, its strategic investments, partnerships, and collaborations are likely to be influential in the company’s success. With the combination of cutting-edge technology, access to charging infrastructure, and expert design and engineering, Porsche is positioning itself to be a major player in the EV industry.