Visionary Vehicles - Malcolm Bricklin’s Empire (Part 2)

In Part 2 of this Break/Fix podcast, this episode features an in-depth interview with Malcolm Bricklin, a pioneering figure in the automotive industry. The conversation covers Bricklin's career from importing small cars in the 1960s, founding Subaru of America, to creating the Bricklin SV-1 sports car. The discussion delves into his venture with Visionary Vehicles, detailing his experiences with finding a car manufacturer in China, the company's dealings with George Soros, and the challenges faced with Israeli investors. Bricklin also introduces his latest project, the 3EV three-wheel electric vehicle, highlighting its design, safety features, and market positioning. Additionally, Bricklin shares insights on alternative fuel sources, the future of the automotive industry, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. The episode concludes with an open invitation to follow Visionary Vehicles' progress. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Malcolm Bricklin's Early Career 01:34 Founding Visionary Vehicles 02:24 Challenges with Cherry and George Soros 05:09 Legal Battles and New Partnerships 13:00 The Birth of the 3EV 14:36 Innovative Features of the 3EV 21:21 Soundproofing the Prototype Car 21:45 Discussing the Car's Range and Battery 22:35 Challenges with Electric Vehicles 25:08 Future of Car Manufacturing 27:31 Dealership Network and Sales Strategy 29:24 Tesla's Market Position 32:05 Innovative Fuel Solutions 40:08 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 41:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram