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  • Tesla headphones?, Model Y at Giga Texas, electric airstream, and more

    This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including potential Tesla headphones, Model Y at Gigafactory Texas, a new electric airstream, and more.

    Remember to also subscribe to Electrek Quick Charge Podcast hosted by Mikey G and Electrek’s new Wheel-E 2-wheel podcast with Micah and Seth.

    The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

    After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

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    • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

      Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

      • Tesla applies for a new trademark to sell its own audio equipment, like headphones and more
      • First new Tesla Model Ys spotted at Gigafactory Texas – has production started?
      • Tesla is rolling out software ‘fix’ to heat pump issue in cold weather, but some think it’s a hardware problem
      • Elon Musk: Tesla could play a role in Artificial General Intelligence, decentralize Tesla Bot to avoid Terminator scenario
      • Tesla releases new Full Self-Driving Beta 10.9 software update, announces expansion in Canada
      • Watch Tesla Model X Plaid do 0-60 mph launch in 2.3 seconds – faster than advertised
      • Electric Airstream concept is the RV industry’s ‘iPhone moment’
      • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

        https://youtu.be/E7DgJ6FqFmo
        51 min
      • Tesla losing heat, new Model S, FSD Beta scrutiny from DMV and more

        This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's heat pump failing problem coming back, new updated Model S design, Tesla FSD Beta scrutiny from DMV, and more.

        Remember to also subscribe to Electrek Quick Charge Podcast hosted by Mikey G and Electrek's new Wheel-E 2-wheel podcast with Micah and Seth.

        This week's podcast is sponsored by Snowbot, the remote control smart snowblower that we're reviewing right now.

        The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

        After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

        • Apple Podcasts
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        • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

          Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

          • Tesla owners are again losing heat in extreme cold as some heat pumps are failing badly
          • Tesla unveils updated Model S with new headlights, taillights, and CCS charge ports
          • Tesla could be forced to report Full Self-Driving Beta data to DMV after ‘videos showing dangerous use’
          • Tesla is releasing a product roadmap update on Jan 26 with Cybertruck and more
          • Tesla receives greenlight to build 2,000 Model Y bodies at Gigafactory Berlin ahead of final approval
          • Tesla spotted using mobile Powerpacks at first Tesla Semi Megacharger station
          • Tesla starts only accepting Dogecoin cryptocurrency for some of its merch
          • Kia EV6 deliveries are up to 3 months ahead of schedule
          • Rivian has now produced just over 1,000 electric vehicles
          • Rivian files new trademark signaling a move to make electric bikes
          • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

            https://youtu.be/y5fNJvEzzNk
            1 hr 4 min
          • Tesla incredible production numbers, GM unveils Silverado EV and Equinox EV, Ford F-150 Lightning pricing, and more

            This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's incredible Q4 performance, GM unveiling the Silverado EV and Equinox EV, Ford releasing pricing and configurator for the F-150 Lightning pricing, and more.

            Sponsored by: Portable power expert BLUETTI who have exciting new products released at CES.

            The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

            After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

            • Apple Podcasts
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            • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

              Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

              • Tesla (TSLA) announces record production and deliveries of over 305K Q4 vehicles, 936K for 2021
              • 2024 Chevy Silverado EV unveiled: 400 mile range, Multi-Flex Midgate, worksite/home backup power and more
              • GM unveils sharp-looking Equinox EV starting at game-changing $30,000 price
              • Ford launches F-150 Lightning online configurator, starts at $40,000 but $74,000 for bigger battery
              • Ford warns dealers taking advantage of F150 Lightning reservation holders
              • VW announces the launch of its electric minibus on March 9
              • Wallbox Quasar 2 bidirectional V2H CCS-combo DC charger announced, turns EVs into huge Powerwall
              • Nikola finally gives up on $2 billion patent trolling lawsuit against Tesla over semi truck design
              • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                https://youtu.be/cn3amWA8KxE

                59 min
              • What 2022 holds for Tesla and electric vehicles

                This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, but this episode is a little different since we look forward to the future at what Tesla's year could look like in 2022 as well as all the other electric vehicles coming next year.

                Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.

                The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

                After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

                • Apple Podcasts
                • Spotify
                • Overcast
                • Pocket Casts
                • Castro
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                • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

                  Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                  • Tesla in 2022 is going to be about growth and battery cells
                  • 22 of the most anticipated electric vehicles coming in 2022
                  • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                    https://youtu.be/D4LzBkYc1iE
                    1 hr 19 min
                  • Tesla v11 holiday update, Tesla Roadster, electric snowmobile, and more

                    This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla v11/holiday update, the price of the Tesla Roadster going away, Taiga starting production of its electric snowmobile, and more.

                    Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.

                    The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

                    After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

                    • Apple Podcasts
                    • Spotify
                    • Overcast
                    • Pocket Casts
                    • Castro
                    • RSS
                    • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

                      Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                      • Tesla releases big holiday update with TikTok app, UI changes, and more
                      • Tesla releases rare blog about v11 holiday update with a surprise for non-Tesla owners
                      • Tesla says it has put 2017 battery packs in brand new 2021 cars in strange warning
                      • Tesla owner blows up his Model S with dynamite over $22,000 battery replacement
                      • Tesla removes new Roadster pricing, appears to have sold out $250,000 Founders series
                      • Tesla applies to install Supercharger stations in Texas with CCS connectors
                      • Tesla (TSLA) rises back to over $1 trillion valuation; Elon Musk says he’s still selling shares
                      • Taiga Motors makes its first production electric snowmobiles
                      • NIO LinkedIn job postings hint at possible expansion to US market
                      • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                        https://youtu.be/qmX1S2lXv9I
                        48 min
                      • Rivian EV of year / first earnings, Hyundai Ioniq 5 price, Hummer EV deliveries, and more

                        This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a bunch of Rivian news through its first earnings report and it being named Electrek's vehicle of the year, Hyundai announcing Ioniq 5 price, first Hummer EV deliveries, and more. (NOTE for those watching live, we'll be an hour early).

                        Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.

                        The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

                        After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

                        • Apple Podcasts
                        • Spotify
                        • Overcast
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                        • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

                          Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                          • The Rivian R1T is Electrek’s 2021 vehicle of the year
                          • Rivian confirms first R1S electric SUV deliveries, lost $1.2 billion last quarter
                          • Rivian announces a new $5 billion electric vehicle factory in Georgia
                          • Hyundai shares Ioniq 5 pricing alongside new Standard Range trim available under $40k
                          • Kia EV6 receives EPA rating: Up to 310 miles of range on a single charge
                          • GM announces GMC Electric Sierra Denali pickup truck, releases teaser
                          • Toyota teases electric pickup truck in new battery-electric vehicle plan
                          • John Deere buys Kreisel Electric, plans to electrify its lineup
                          • Tesla Model S prototype spotted with new charge port and taillights
                          • Elon Musk: Tesla plans to invest over $10 billion in Gigafactory Texas, employ 20,000 workers
                          • Senate expected to pause Build Back Better bill, revised EV tax credits remain in limbo
                          • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                            https://youtu.be/AZutZfRao5s
                            1 hr 4 min
                          • New Tesla Cybertruck spotted, Model 3/Y update, Toyota battery factory, and more

                            This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a new Tesla Cybertruck prototype being spotted, an update to the Model 3 and Model Y, Toyota announcing a new battery factory in the US, and more.

                            Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.

                            The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

                            After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

                            • Apple Podcasts
                            • Spotify
                            • Overcast
                            • Pocket Casts
                            • Castro
                            • RSS
                            • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

                              Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                              • Tesla Cybertruck with updated design spotted on test track
                              • Tesla Model 3 and Model Y new features and changes leak through test program
                              • Tesla doubles down on system to prevent gas cars ‘ICEing’ Superchargers, integrates it in its app
                              • Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders outside North America
                              • Tesla is selling fleet of hundreds of Model 3 electric cars to New York City
                              • US Senate is considering changes to extra $4,500 incentive for electric vehicles built at union factories
                              • Elon Musk calls for Senate not to pass the Build Back Better Act: ‘Tesla doesn’t need the $7,500’
                              • Toyota to build battery factory for electric vehicles in North Carolina
                              • Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets impressive EPA range of over 300 miles
                              • VW confirms plans for ID California electric camper van
                              • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                                https://youtu.be/5TxLwVUBv-M
                                59 min
                              • Tesla Cybertruck update, Cyberquad, Nissan's new electrification plan, and more

                                This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla giving an update on the Cybertruck, the Cyberquad for kids, Nissan's new electrification plan, and more.

                                Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.

                                The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

                                After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

                                • Apple Podcasts
                                • Spotify
                                • Overcast
                                • Pocket Casts
                                • Castro
                                • RSS
                                • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

                                  Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                                  • Tesla updates Cybertruck with 4 motors, 4-wheel steering, and ‘crab mode’
                                  • Tesla Cybertruck will have yoke steering wheel, Elon Musk says will be a ‘tech bandwagon’
                                  • Tesla launches ‘Cyberquad for Kids,’ shipping begins in 2-4 weeks
                                  • Tesla’s center display is showing massive performance improvement with new AMD chip
                                  • Tesla releases new footage of auto labeling tool for its self-driving effort
                                  • Tesla announces it has officially moved its headquarters next to Gigafactory Texas
                                  • Elon Musk tells Tesla (TSLA) employees to worry more about cost than delivery wave this quarter
                                  • Nissan unveils ‘Ambition 2030’ electric car plan – are they finally coming back to EVs?
                                  • Toyota partners with BYD to build affordable $30,000 electric car
                                  • Stellantis CEO complains about being forced to make EVs and not knowing how to profit from them
                                  • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                                    https://youtu.be/2TCbQUiREv8
                                    1 hr 19 min
                                  • LA Auto Show report, Tesla phantom braking problem, EV incentives, and more

                                    This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including our reported from the LA Auto Show, Tesla's phantom braking problem, EV incentive update, and more.

                                    Need more Electrek in your life? Subscribe to the Electrek Daily here.

                                    Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.

                                    The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

                                    After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

                                    • Apple Podcasts
                                    • Spotify
                                    • Overcast
                                    • Pocket Casts
                                    • Castro
                                    • RSS
                                    • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

                                      Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                                      • Porsche launches new GTS versions of the Taycan electric car
                                      • Nissan launches Ariya electric crossover for $46K in the US
                                      • Kia and Hyundai preview upcoming electric SUVs
                                      • GM promised 20 new EVs by 2023. They brought zero to the LA Auto Show
                                      • GM rolls out software update limiting Chevy Bolt EV charge to 80%, but removes parking restrictions
                                      • Fisker officially unveils Ocean SUV in three price tiers and lots of unique features
                                      • Joe Biden gives GM CEO Mary Barra credit for ‘electrifying the entire auto industry,’ but he’s wrong
                                      • Tesla Semi gets out for a quick charge at Megacharger amid important visit
                                      • Tesla has a serious phantom braking problem in Autopilot
                                      • Tesla Model S/X deliveries slip all the way to 2023 for cheapest version
                                      • Tesla (TSLA) announces it has now installed 250,000 Powerwalls
                                      • ‘Build Back Better Act’ passes House, EV tax credit faces US Senate next
                                      • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                                        https://youtu.be/mrY4GOORSDI

                                        1 hr 15 min
                                      • Elon Musk selling Tesla (TSLA), Tesla Semi news, Rivian goes public, and more

                                        This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Elon Musk selling part of his stake in Tesla (TSLA), some Tesla Semi news, Rivian going public, and more.

                                        Need more Electrek in your life? Subscribe to the Electrek Daily here.

                                        Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.

                                        The show is back live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

                                        After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

                                        • Apple Podcasts
                                        • Spotify
                                        • Overcast
                                        • Pocket Casts
                                        • Castro
                                        • RSS
                                        • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

                                          Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                                          • Elon Musk says he will sell $24 billion of Tesla (TSLA) stock if Twitter votes for it
                                          • Tesla (TSLA) confirms Elon Musk has sold roughly $5 billion worth of stocks so far, likely to keep going
                                          • Tesla increases Model Y prices again as new incentives are coming
                                          • Tesla releases new software update that finally adds waypoints to navigation
                                          • Tesla is in talks with Quebec govt amid multi-billion investment into battery production
                                          • Tesla Supercharger network reaches new milestone: 30,000 chargers worldwide
                                          • Rivian (RIVN) goes public at $77 billion valuation, aims to reach 1 million EV volume by 2030
                                          • Subaru unveils Solterra: Electric SUV with a range of ~250 miles
                                          • Countries and automakers agree to go all-electric by 2040 in weak new goal set at COP26
                                          • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):

                                            https://youtu.be/0cQNtQiegE4
                                            1 hr 2 min

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