Ex-Tesla employees start EV charging company after Elon Musk fired everyone

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Hubber, a new EV charging company, was founded by former Tesla Supercharger team members Harry Fox, Connor Selwood, and Hugh Leckie.
The company focuses on solving the urban charging gap, particularly for taxis and commercial vehicles, which require frequent fast charging.
Hubber acquires and develops urban sites into large-scale charging hubs, leveraging deep grid-connection expertise.
Commercial drivers prioritize speed and affordability over amenities, making sites like old warehouses or gas stations ideal for Hubber's hubs.
Hubber's first facility opens on August 20th in Forest Hill, South London, offering 12 EV charging bays with high-power chargers.
The company secured a £60 million investment to expand its operations, though it plans to focus on the UK and Ireland initially.
Tesla's decision to fire its Supercharger team led to talent dispersion, benefiting companies like Hubber but causing chaos in the EV charging industry.
Hubber's leadership team brings experience from Tesla's top-tier charging team, positioning the company well for success.

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