Trevor Milton - Revolutionizing Transport and the Nikola Corporation
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- Trevor Milton is the founder and former CEO of the Nikola Corporation, a company attempting to transform the transportation industry through innovative electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles.
Today's episode is the first time in four years that Trevor has publicly spoken about his journey, from the inception of Nikola Corporation to its meteoric rise, challenges, triumphs, and controversies that have marked his career.
In this candid conversation, Milton opens up about the hurdles he faced while pushing the boundaries of what's possible in sustainable transport. He discusses the technological breakthroughs and the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, greener future that drove him and his team. Milton also addresses the intense scrutiny, legal battles, and his conviction for fraud related to claims about Nikola's technology and capabilities. With an ongoing appeal, Milton provides a unique and unfiltered perspective on the American legal system.
Trevor Milton Instagram: / lakepowelltrevor
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Good god. As someone who works in tech and follow the vc world, this guy is giving me whiplash. Yeah, like everyone here is saying, he's a fraudster, not some unlucky founder who was unjustly targetted. I'm still listening just cause I love Andy and I'm sure some of the things he sharing about his experience with the Doj are insightful. But yeah. Not one ounce of remorse and pure deflection.
Is this interview public image rehabilitation for someone involved in a big corporate scandal?
I mean he's telling the story how it supposedly happened. What's your point?
@@thingshappen9199 He's not being honest about what happened.
@@christinechen6322 so. How would know? You are just right I guess? All the gullible people were led to believe the story based on what would benifit the Hinderburg report short seller and now he says his piece which makes sense. So he's lying?
@@thingshappen9199 Trevor was found guilty of fraud and lying. It was based on all the evidence presented in court. That is how everyone knows.
I can see how investors could ruin a company. We've said no to venture capital for the exact reasons mentioned here. The investors we talked to wanted to do the exact same thing to Edison Motors.
- The investors we talked to wanted to replace our guys with their own.
- The wanted to load us up with a bunch of corporate executives who had no experience in anything about trucks that would control the company
- They wanted us to make outlandish promises that we know we couldn't deliver.
It was all about making a quick buck to them.
These kind of investors and advisors ruin businesses
I promise we will not go down this road, I'd rather stay broke living in my parents basement than allowing this exact same thing to happen to Edison
- Chace
I don’t understand why they’re giving this guy a platform. He scammed thousands of hard-working Americans out of their hard earned money and was convicted of doing so. This guy is a complete bullshit artist, and I truly believe he would do it all over again, if he knew he wouldn’t get caught. With all the fake videos of tractor trailers “driving” down the highway and promoting a cool looking concept truck just at the right time to pump up the stock knowing that idea would never materialize is just unforgivable in my book. This is a bad look for Andy having this guy on pleading his innocence. It was plain as day he and his company knew what they were doing and him being the CEO had to pay the consequences. It’s so cringe watching this guy trying to dupe one of our true American heroes. Do better Andy
I have to agree. Compared to the Fyre festival guy, who came to his senses, Milton is totally delusional. What a fraud. Andy, you gotta do more research before guests come on. I’m a little disappointed honestly.
I did a substantial amount of research. It is not my job to pass judgement. My goal was to provide an opportunity for someone to explain their experiences. Not everyone feels the way you do.
Thanks for thinking so low of my cognitive ability. I’ll have on who I want to have on, people can judge what they say accordingly. A question for you, if you think he and his company knew everything why would only one person be held accountable?
You are wrong, Trevor didn't do that to us. Hindenburg and the liars with did that to us.
I'm following Nikola and Trevor since 2016, went to the show in 2019 before they went Public. The way they presented this
they could charge every business that is public from fraud.
You don't understand you say? I mean that explains it you are not very smart. I'm sorry.
Wow, he is still delusional. That guy is and always will be a fraud and liar
@@cheesesandwich1033 Denial is a hell of a drug.
It's also not just a river in Egypt.
How is he delusional? Elaborate your statement.
@@thingshappen9199 All the claims he was making about what they were doing. Read the Hindenburg report to educate yourself regarding Trevor's scams. This is the reason he is prison right now.
So Hindenburg research is the end of all for you only one side of the story, lol, typical dumb dumb.
Hard for me to follow along with this one.
The podcast is over, and I still don’t really know what happened.
Hes a fraud and should be in prison
Explain why? Enlighten us with your reasoning.
@@thingshappen9199 why don't you do some research about him outside of this podcast
@@thingshappen9199 He's also a chomo
@@jackoliver7506 I already have and know enough and not know enough to come to the conclusion to say what you say about the guy. You are either ignorant a short seller or a sore market loser who got burnt in this stock. One thing is certain don't come to conclusions without knowing someone.
I believe he was convicted of fraud, just saying.
A conviction that goes against the constitution.
I listened to this and watched parts of it - It’s good the guy was given time just to talk. He did not come across to me as believable and I don’t like that he drew conspiracies parallel to Trumps situation - too easy. Also sick of people saying they don’t see value in a general 4 year college degree and then flip it by stating they are just small town kids caught up in situations where people from Yale and Harvard screwed them. Own up bro… you saw dollars and it got the best of you. Don’t blame your bailing on knowing what was going on by checking out because of your wife’s health issues. Get your elevator pitch on your innocence ironed out, cause you sound complicit and non remorseful and peeps are going to make a judgement call on you because of this.
I am sure this Pod cast folks aren’t happy about this. 4 weeks after this interview he withdrew from the law suite. It’s always about Trevor and will screw anyone in between. The pod cast folks claimed they did their DD on the guy before giving him the platform. Ruins their credibility in the process. SMH!
Fraud!
Bro you didn’t even listen to it. Give it a listen then come back and make your decision
I lost my life savings because of this fraud
@@jackoliver7506 nobody told you to put all of your life savings in one company. That’s literally just a bad decision
@jackoliver7506 doubtful and if True you deserved it as anybody that doesn't have 2 braincells fighting for 3rd place would've realized putting all your chips in one basket never fucking works out how you hope
@@jackoliver7506 You are wrong, Trevor didn't do that to you. Hindenburg and the liars with did that to you and me.
I'm following Nikola and Trevor since 2016, went to the show in 2019 before the went Public. The way they presented this
they could charge every business that is public from fraud.
If we only listened to squeaky clean saints wouldn't podcasts be boring? I don't know enough about Trevor or the company to pass judgement but I am always willing to listen. He seems loose with facts but it looks to me like he's suffered the consequences. I'm sure he's poison now in certain circles. I have to remind myself to do a lot of research before investing anything! And just by talking to Trevor, that doesn't imply approval or cosign on Andy's part. He's a dumdum but not that stupid. Haha
The thing for me was the amount of companies that partnered with Nikola, well established and reputable companies. So they all did such horrible DD and partnered with a guy who was purposely trying to defraud make zero sense, and after hearing this podcast and my feelings from this company since private, lots of things lined up. If You are going to
Outright call him a fraud then that’s just you believe IG the news that I guarantee you have called Fake countless times over the years.
@VinnyLogz Many companies don't do DD because of the time and costs. They cover their positions in the contracts.... what Trevor didn't mention is people in his company stated that the was lying about many of the statements he was making. If people in your own company rat you out, there are few courts that will rule in your favor.... no???
You should have the guys from Edison Motors on.
That would be fun
@@EdisonMotorsglad to see you watch this show
“I was really naive in the world of trusting other people,” says the convicted felon and accused rapist. Ironic.
I found this individual hard to follow. It is great that he got a platform to speak and tell his side of the story. His speaking ability could use some fine tuning.
I believe Trevor and I hope he wins this. Not sure what the outcome will be. I am heavenly invested in NIKOLA and I have believed in the company since the first day I saw their set up at the Sand Show.
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@FamilyFlippers Have you done the math, Hydrogen is one of the most expensive fuels to use. The truck has high maintenance costs and to top if off... there are only a few places to refuel in the country and that number is decreasing because of the high costs to distribute and store hydrogen.
@@tonespeaksHydrogen cars are very popular in Brazil. Many cars have a tank in the trunk. I don’t remember it being overly expensive.
@@JenniferAguiartampa Hydrogen may have a place in the vehicle mix, but it isn't as efficient or economical as BEV. BEV can be charged locally, especially in a country like Brazil that has a lot of sunlight... solar is the most economical source of energy.
google gemini summary:
* He trusted the people around him too much and should have been more bold in making his own decisions.
* People with a traditional education background looked down on him for not having a college degree.
* Short sellers spread false information about the company in order to make money.
* The company never turned over evidence to the government that would have proven his innocence.
* The company interviewed employees with the intention of framing Trevor Milton and then destroyed evidence. [defended himself by saying that the company was corrupt and tried to frame him]
Trevor also told a bunch of lies. Look at the Hindenburg report.
@@christinechen6322 And you believe Hindenburg?
@@talajay18 There was overwhelming evidence to back up their statements. This is why it was easy to convict Trevor of fraud.
Andy, I feel like there is room for improvement on your part, no offense, there always is. Firstly, you claim to have done research but you did not ask critical questions, suggesting you did not do enough research. This is a man's life. Critical questions are not necessary asked to shoot someone down, they can also benefit the person being interviewed as they are then able to address the questions lingering in everyones mind. He is convicted of serious allegations and claim innocence but he comes off as just deflecting blame for everything (which can look suspicious to someone who does not know the facts, which is most of us) and that could have looked more nuanced if you had asked tough questions.
Secondly, the interview is incredibly long. That is good if you are very interested in the subject. I have followed Nikola a bit for 4 years and I am still finding it hard to justify watching all of it. It is such a shame. For Trevor, it is about his whole life and his future, so clearly very important for him. But for other people, they might find it more important to do the dishes and watch series. I think it would have helped immensely if you did a separate 10 minute video with only the highlights. Then people would not watch all of it, no. But no way they are going to watch all of it anyway so then at least they get to see the highlights.
fraud
Trevor Fraud Meltdown Milton
Oh noooooooo - not this guy Andy GodDamn** he is a con artist - you were the chosen one!
Only reason to look forward to Monday morning!
Trevor Milton to PRISON ❤️
I see a pattern - take him to SD NY to prosecute. You can prosecute a ham sandwich there - what a cesspool
DON'T drop the🧼soap Trevor Fraud Meltdown Milton in prison shower🧼 🚿
😂😂
Our justice system is screwed up from the Supreme Court down to the smallest local court.
@nancymontgomery4618 If you followed Nikola and Trevor Milton, you'd know that he stated many things that were deceptive in order to convince people to invest. He has even stated that he released the Badger truck, only to get the attention of Retail investors. His brother that worked in a driveway paving company, was head of Hydrogen division. Everyone has a right to have their day in court, but there are people that are guilty. Let's remember he has some of the best lawyers money could buy, he wasn't convicted because the system was unfair, he was convicted because he was guilty.
This electric truck shit isn’t the way Andy. Not yet.
I'm all for advancements in everything. Not that i would purchase one specifically, but it's good to see humanity advancing in various arenas for the sake of humanity. Now ironically I'm just as opposed to certain advancements being used in modern society, but developing them is part of the cycle persay.....
With that said, I would be willing to buy electric/diesel hybrids or electric/gasoline hybrids. Except using all the wasted energy in order to enhance the vehicle or use it at/ for "peak performance" time.....
Actually, I'm not sure why i didn't think about this far earlier in my life. Why not use the wasted energy of daily driving to put towards the continuous charging of the electric capacitor or some type of battery bank. At which point you get home or to whatever the location or destination may be...... ANNNND THEN.....You actually "plug" the house in. Therefore we create X amount of our daily electric use by driving. By default semi trucks could power X Times more of the "grid" and then Trains pick up the slack from there. I can't imagine it wouldn't produce enough energy to cut a shitload of "dirty" powerplants outta the system......
Excuse me...... I gotta go figure out how to wire up my truck.
Look up Edson trucks there from BC use Diesel electric system just like a train. That's gonna be the best at trucking is done electric.
@@paintwaster1 Tesla Semi is the the future of Trucking!!! 500miles on a charge at Max Gross weight, it will recharge during mandatory Rest Breaks. It will save a ton of money in fuel and maintenance costs. It may not be perfect for a Team driving situation, but everything else... it is win win.
This guy truly believes his own lies. Wow!
Im confused i thought he was in jail
At min 9, I believe he's referring to Heavy D Sparks from the Diesel Brothers. I think Heavy D has 2 of those badger trucks. Aaaand he has helicopters.
Are they not still friends?
@@FamilyFlippers no idea.
Boom Andy!!!
Grew up poor but managed to live in both Puerto Rico and Brazil in his youth? 🤔
@REGGIE_5 In his defense, I think he moved around because of Church work.
Favela in Brazil is poor.
Wait shouldn’t this guy be in prison?
I see '' Tom from Texas'' and Tom is newly married to his Russian girlfriend Nastya
they've been running airport vehicles off natural gas for decades, it's clean and cheap - not for the masses though. If they can't control it, you wont make.
I've also always wondered if Andy is plugged in through the floor to keep going, now I know 😂
I'm for advancements in everything. Not that i would purchase an electric vehicle at this point specifically, but it's good to see humanity advancing in various arenas for the sake of humanity. Now ironically I'm just as opposed to certain advancements being used in modern society, but developing them is part of the cycle persay.....
With that said, I would be willing to buy electric/diesel hybrids or electric/gasoline hybrids. Except using all the wasted energy in order to enhance the vehicle or use it at/ for "peak performance" time.....
Actually, I'm not sure why i didn't think about this far earlier in my life. Why not use the wasted energy of daily driving to put towards the continuous charging of the electric capacitor or some type of battery bank. At which point you get home or to whatever the location or destination may be...... ANNNND THEN.....You actually "plug" the house in. Therefore we create X amount of our daily electric use by driving. By default semi trucks could power X Times more of the "grid" and then Trains pick up the slack from there. I can't imagine it wouldn't produce enough energy to cut a shitload of "dirty" powerplants outta the system......
Excuse me...... I gotta go figure out how to wire up my truck.
Brazilian reminded me of steam engine power.. boy, did I have to think about that one
I could see the comparison to GM & the Hummer not being electric. In fact, neither were many of the hummers I got from the ex, IF you'd even call them a S10, let alone a S15 at best!......BUTT! IF the car was autonomously driving Elon around, programed to a specific route or not, then it was still functioning as an autonomous vehicle. Hell, I could even see there being a demand for a predetermined route that's been tested for not only a possible need for a time frame, but also insurance/safety requirements by 3rd parties.
Those are just my thoughts.
I remember watching an interview or something around that time with Elon driving a Tesla car and Elon said it was a preprogrammed route outright said it told the interviewer in that same video it was a preprogrammed route.
I'm glad to have heard this.
#Girsky4Prison
Thank you.
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Didn’t this guy get caught in a large corporate scandal? This is like lex Friedman having Kevin spacey on
Or, you could listen and make up your mind for yourself.
Literally what the podcast is about genius
@@ClearedHotPodcastI did listen. He is living in delusion and denial. He is a liar. Watch some of the stuff he claimed and said to pump the stock yourself Andy, it’s all on youtube, filmed by his own staff. Retail investors were left holding the bag while he took off with millions living the good life. Can’t believe you ate all the crap he fed you. It’s disappointing honestly. You got duped as well.
@@ClearedHotPodcast Andy is bad ass why must I keep saying this is the only comment that needs be said but since the world hasn't fully caught on yet it aint against the law least not yet to have a conversation with folks
Kevin Spacey was acquitted. Plus there's a weird double standard when it comes to podcasts. Nobody bats an eye when Dateline NBC goes to a prison and interviews a serial killer. But a podcast guest needs to be squeaky clean.
Look at it from this standpoint. Andy, if you have dementia you can hide your own Easter eggs
This episode was my introduction to the whole situation. He makes a really good case for his innocence, and it seems like he's telling the truth. Would be very impressive if this was all a carefully constructed lie. If he's lying, I'm sure it will be proven so in the appeal. I hope he's successful. Hard to take all these commenters seriously who are still calling him a fraud without responding to the actual content of the interview
The people who did this, probably work for the gov. - sounds like a target package was created against you! Also sounds like gov. money/private equity partly responsible for high cost of real estate
How many times did he mention he isn’t Harvard or Yale educated? This is the same guy who can out Elon - Elon, and if you put him in a room with 50 people with phd’s he would be smarter than them.
Pssst…isn’t BRCC publicly traded? 😬 (I know what you meant, guys, I’m just busting balls. We all KNOW Black Rifle is NOT one of those soulless Corps).
I don’t get it? They have been public for years.
The last time I checked, Blackrock was one of their largest shareholders.
Haha 😂
@@ClearedHotPodcast Man, I’m sorry, I’m not going to be sarcastic with you in the comments anymore; I’m clearly not good at it. I was just saying that because “It makes me never want to be involved with a publicly traded company” was one of the first statements made at the beginning of this one. I tried to clarify that I was joking and give BRCC some love but I guess that flopped, too. 🤣
@@tdunn2 Andy triggers easily in the comments. Source: me.
He always had been quite open about what they were doing and a current state, He invited Tesla fans to Nikola's HQ. He gave them a ride, showed the workshop and they even concluded that it was legit despite the fact that they hated Nikola because it were suing Tesla at the time,
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