Peter Johnson

Peter Johnson is an experienced journalist who specializes in covering the automotive industry with a focus on electric vehicles. He has written for Electrek since its inception and has become one of the leading voices on EV news and analysis. Peter's articles provide readers with up-to-date information on new EV models, company announcements, and industry trends. In addition to his work at Electrek, Peter has also contributed to other publications such as The Verge and Wired.

Biography:  https://electrek.co/author/peterjohnson/

72%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

75%

Examples:

  • The author seems to have a slight bias towards electric vehicles and their potential impact on the automotive industry.
  • The author shows a preference for Rivian as an up-and-coming EV brand, highlighting its successes and potential.

Conflicts of Interest

60%

Examples:

  • The author discusses potential conflicts of interest, such as Ford's comparison of its low-cost EV platform to Rivian and Tesla and Toyota's plans to supply batteries for its luxury Lexus brand.
  • There is a mention of Hyundai and Kia potentially collaborating with other automakers, which could lead to conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The author mentions contradictions within the articles, such as Rivian's delay in construction at its new $5 billion EV plant despite the R2 being expected to be produced there.
  • There is a mention of BYD delaying its electric car production in some regions while expanding in others, which could be considered contradictory.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses deceptive tactics, such as suggesting that Rivian has deliberately delayed its Georgia EV plant solely for the purpose of accelerating the R2 launch and saving $2.25 billion.
  • There is a mention of Tesla's electric Cybertruck being compared to Jeep's Gladiator EV pickup, which could be considered deceptive.

Recent Articles

Porsche Tops Premium Brands, Hyundai Wins Most Segment Awards in J.D. Power APEAL Study

Porsche Tops Premium Brands, Hyundai Wins Most Segment Awards in J.D. Power APEAL Study

Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 The latest J.D. Power APEAL Study reveals Porsche as the top premium brand with a score of 892, while MINI leads mass market brands with 875. Hyundai Motor Group earns seven segment-level awards and non-Tesla EV owners report higher satisfaction levels. Rivian's Adventure Vehicles gain popularity despite not meeting certain criteria for official ranking. Tesla's overall score drops to 870 from last year.
BYD Expands Global Presence: Announces $1 Billion EV Plant in Turkey, Creating 5,000 Jobs

BYD Expands Global Presence: Announces $1 Billion EV Plant in Turkey, Creating 5,000 Jobs

Broke On: Saturday, 08 July 2023 Chinese EV maker BYD signs deals to build new manufacturing plants in Turkey and Thailand, creating up to 10,500 jobs. The Turkish plant, set to start production in late 2026, will produce up to 150,000 vehicles annually and help BYD reach European customers efficiently due to the EU's Customs Union.
Honda's $15 Billion Investment: Building 4 New EV Plants and a Battery Factory in Ontario, Creating Over 5,000 Jobs

Honda's $15 Billion Investment: Building 4 New EV Plants and a Battery Factory in Ontario, Creating Over 5,000 Jobs

Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024 Honda invests $11 billion in Ontario, Canada to build 4 new EV plants and a battery factory, creating over 5,200 jobs. The facilities will produce 240,000 Honda EVs annually and aim for 100% electric sales by 2040. With government assistance and joint ventures with Asahi Kasei and POSCO, Honda expects to reduce costs by over 20%. Canada's manufacturing heartland bolsters its efforts to keep air clean.
Porsche Beats Tesla Model S Plaid Lap Record at Laguna Seca with New Turbo GT and Weissach Package

Porsche Beats Tesla Model S Plaid Lap Record at Laguna Seca with New Turbo GT and Weissach Package

Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024 Porsche has broken the lap record at Laguna Seca with its new Taycan Turbo GT electric sedan, thanks to its powerful engine and lightweight design. The car can reach 60mph in just 2.1 seconds and boasts a top speed of 190mph.
Rivian Delays Georgia Plant Construction to Launch New R2 Electric SUV, Saves $2.25 Billion and Enables 215,000 Vehicles Annually at Illinois Facility

Rivian Delays Georgia Plant Construction to Launch New R2 Electric SUV, Saves $2.25 Billion and Enables 215,000 Vehicles Annually at Illinois Facility

Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024 Rivian, an American electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced that it will delay the construction of its $5 billion Georgia plant to accelerate the launch of its new R2 electric SUV. The move is expected to save around $2.25 billion and enable up to 215,000 vehicles built annually at the Normal facility in Illinois.