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Geoff Shelley,

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geoffshelleywrites@gmail.com

Has had an interest in electric vehicles for over 20 years.

Is currently the CEO of feJ Works Holdings.

Is fascinated with marketing histories, both successes and failures, but particularly successes.

Articles by Geoff Shelley

OpEd: The Problem With PHEVs

OpEd: The Problem With PHEVs

The plug-in propensity hypothesis.

By Geoff Shelley May 10 2023

Hypercraft Advanced Electric Propulsion, A New Way To EV

Hypercraft Advanced Electric Propulsion, A New Way To EV

An interview with Hypercraft CEO Jake Hawksworth.

By Geoff Shelley Apr 6 2023

What I’ve Learned From My Year With A Horseless Carriage

What I’ve Learned From My Year With A Horseless Carriage

A case study in mass adoption.

By Geoff Shelley Mar 21 2023

Op-Ed: Are EVs A Better Product, Or Is Musk Just A Fool On A Fool's Errand?

Op-Ed: Are EVs A Better Product, Or Is Musk Just A Fool On A Fool's Errand?

EVs are fast becoming the future of autos, which is promising since we now know they're better than gas cars by leaps and bounds.

By Geoff Shelley Mar 11 2023

Op-Ed: Why I’m Pro EV, But Not For The Reasons You're Probably Thinking

Op-Ed: Why I’m Pro EV, But Not For The Reasons You're Probably Thinking

There are plenty of noble reasons to support electric cars, but in all truth, EVs are simply better overall products than gas cars.

By Geoff Shelley Feb 25 2023

EV Vs ICE Parity? A Follow-Up From The Limiting Factor's Jordan Giesige

EV Vs ICE Parity? A Follow-Up From The Limiting Factor's Jordan Giesige

Jordan responds to our plea, though more context is needed.

By Steven Loveday May 26 2022

Tesla Would Be the Most Profitable ICE Automaker In The World

Tesla Would Be the Most Profitable ICE Automaker In The World

Can EVs ever achieve true parity with ICE vehicles? Do they even need to?

By Geoff Shelley May 11 2022

Tesla Is Betting The Company On FSD: Will Robo-Taxis Replace Personal Cars?

Tesla Is Betting The Company On FSD: Will Robo-Taxis Replace Personal Cars?

My reaction to a video about Tesla's FSD, and the video producer's detailed response.

By Geoff Shelley Apr 26 2022

Exclusive Interview On EV Battery Constraints: Limiting Factor's Jordan Giesige

Exclusive Interview On EV Battery Constraints: Limiting Factor's Jordan Giesige

Jordan says Tesla is currently in the best battery materials position going forward, but it will certainly struggle with constraints.

By Steven Loveday Apr 20 2022

Opinion: Is Tesla Losing Its "Why"?

Opinion: Is Tesla Losing Its "Why"?

Here are my thoughts about a recent video by long-time Tesla YouTuber Ben Sullins.

By Geoff Shelley Feb 25 2022

Tesla & EV Predictions 2022 & Beyond: Will They Come To Pass?

Tesla & EV Predictions 2022 & Beyond: Will They Come To Pass?

There are many people predicting Tesla's future and the future of EVs, in general. Who will be right?

By Geoff Shelley Jan 6 2022

Op-Ed: EV Range, How Much Is Enough? A Compilation Of Opinions

Op-Ed: EV Range, How Much Is Enough? A Compilation Of Opinions

The EV range conversation continues ...

By Geoff Shelley Dec 8 2021

Op-Ed: How Will 'EV Effect' Impact The Oil Industry, Gas Prices?

Op-Ed: How Will 'EV Effect' Impact The Oil Industry, Gas Prices?

Perhaps EV adoption will push gasoline prices to all-time lows.

By Geoff Shelley Nov 11 2021

ICE Cars Have Relative Range Equilibrium: Will This Be True Of EVs?

ICE Cars Have Relative Range Equilibrium: Will This Be True Of EVs?

Taking a look at how automakers are compelled to offer a product that can compete.

By Geoff Shelley Aug 19 2021

Op-Ed: Pondering The EV Road Trip Of The Future

Op-Ed: Pondering The EV Road Trip Of The Future

I believe I can foresee the future of EV road tripping. What do you think the future holds?

By Geoff Shelley Aug 11 2021

Op-Ed: Diving Into The Electric Air Taxi Fallacy

Op-Ed: Diving Into The Electric Air Taxi Fallacy

Will air taxis be able to function like normal taxis, picking you up and dropping you off at your home or business?

By Geoff Shelley Aug 2 2021

Op-Ed: Will Mazda Break The Mold And Offer A New Type Of EV?

Op-Ed: Will Mazda Break The Mold And Offer A New Type Of EV?

Should automakers build to customers' needs and wants, rather than government specs?

By Geoff Shelley Jul 27 2021

Op-Ed: Are EVs Really Ready For Prime Time?

Op-Ed: Are EVs Really Ready For Prime Time?

I rented a Tesla Model Y during a Disney trip, and it was a struggle.

By Geoff Shelley Jul 26 2021

Op-Ed: Tesla's Demand Ceiling

Op-Ed: Tesla's Demand Ceiling

Will Tesla max out at two to three million auto sales per year?

By Geoff Shelley Mar 21 2021

Op-Ed: Elon Musk's Point-To-Point Rocket Travel Will Never Fly

Op-Ed: Elon Musk's Point-To-Point Rocket Travel Will Never Fly

There are two obvious reasons it seems point-to-point rocket travel may not be successful.

By Geoff Shelley Mar 2 2021

Tesla Robo-Taxis Will Destroy The Used Car Market

Tesla Robo-Taxis Will Destroy The Used Car Market

Dr. Know-It-All responds to my previous email.

By Geoff Shelley Feb 17 2021

Op-Ed: The Tesla Robo-Taxi Paradox

Op-Ed: The Tesla Robo-Taxi Paradox

Will robo-taxis' very low cost per mile of range discourage people from owning vehicles?

By Geoff Shelley Feb 2 2021

Op-Ed: Want To Speed Up EV Adoption? Send An Email, Like I Did

Op-Ed: Want To Speed Up EV Adoption? Send An Email, Like I Did

Sure, sending an email to a congressman may not initiate a move, but if we all start speaking up, there's a chance.

By Geoff Shelley Jan 13 2021

OP-ED: Why Plug-In Hybrids (PHEVs) Are Not Electric Vehicles (EVs)

OP-ED: Why Plug-In Hybrids (PHEVs) Are Not Electric Vehicles (EVs)

At least not today's PHEVs, IMHO.

By Geoff Shelley Jan 7 2021

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