The Rise and Fall of Nikola Motors: Trevor Milton Tells All
Tai Lopez Apr 18, 2025

From Hype to Headlines: The Nikola Story Unfiltered

Trevor Milton once stood at the center of the EV revolution, celebrated for creating Nikola Motors and disrupting the trucking industry. But as fast as the company rose, headlines soon painted a very different picture. In this raw conversation with Tai Lopez, Trevor opens up about how the dream started—and how quickly it all changed.

What the Media Missed

Trevor dives into the complexities of scaling a tech company in a high-stakes industry. He reflects on how narrative control slipped away, the emotional toll of media pressure, and what it’s like to be villainized before your story is even told. This episode highlights the dangerous power of perception—and what it means when you're no longer in control of the narrative.

The Path Forward

Despite the noise, Trevor isn't done building. He shares what he's working on now, why he's doubling down on innovation, and how he's using lessons from the past to guide his future. This isn’t a story about a fall from grace—it’s about what comes next when you've lived through the fire.

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