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  • Tesla range drop explained, used Model 3 CPOs, Tesla Arcade

    This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including the Tesla range drop explained, used Model CPOs are arriving, Tesla Arcade is launching, and more.

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    The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

    The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

    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 deliveries are ramping up, but the quarterly record is not in the bag, source says
    • Tesla owners see battery range drop after software update to ‘improve longevity’
    • Tesla Model 3 is Supercharging 20% faster after software update, test shows
    • Tesla drops a bunch more used Model 3 inventory at surprisingly high prices
    • Tesla holds its value 2 times better than average gasoline car, study says
    • Tesla changes its standard paint color from black to white
    • Tesla launches new ‘Arcade’ app, produces funny commercial with racing game
    • VW announces ID battery warranty of 70% capacity for 8 years, confirms disappointing charge rate
    • Renault launches new ZOE with more range, faster/DC charging, more power
    • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

       

      1 hr 2 min
    • Tesla battery cell production, 400-mile range electric car, solar roof V3

      This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla getting into battery cell production, a 400-mile range electric car is coming soon, solar roof V3 is coming, and more.

      Support our show!

      The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

      The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

      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 Shareholder’s Meeting News Hub
        • Tesla all but confirms it’s going to make own battery cells with new Maxwell tech
        • Tesla looks to launch human-driven Uber/Lyft competitor before robotaxi rollout
        • Elon Musk updates Tesla pickup and semi truck timelines
        • Tesla will soon have a 400-mile electric car and you don’t need it
        • Tesla’s new Solar Roof V3 will be same price as shingle roof and electric bill, says Elon Musk
        • Here’s a real Tesla Solar Roof quote and the price will shock you
        • First look at Tesla’s solar roof tile technology with custom fittings
        • Tesla is delivering 1,000 cars a day en route to record quarter
        • Hydrogen station explodes, Toyota halts sales of fuel cell cars, is this the end?
        • Northvolt secures $1 billion from VW, others for gigafactory; joint gigafactory with VW also planned
        • Honda e battery specs and platform revealed, 31,000 have ‘expressed interest’ in the electric car
        • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

          55 min
        • Tesla pickup truck price, TSLA Q2 record sales, Toyota warms up to EVs

          This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Elon Musk revealing the target price of the Tesla pickup truck, Tesla's (TSLA) Q2 record sales in North America, Toyota tentatively warming up to the idea of all-electric vehicles, and more.

          The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

          Sponsored by EV Items: Get 20% off all Tesla accessories + free US shipping on orders over $50 and a free Elon Musk Air Freshener with code electrek.

          The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

          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 Pickup truck to cost less than $50,000, ‘be better than F150’, says Elon Musk
          • Tesla sales reach new high, offering bonuses to deliver this month – leaked info
          • Toyota unveils images of upcoming all-electric cars, accelerates EV plans by 5 years
          • Toyota and Subaru partner to make a couple of all-electric SUVs together
          • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

            32 min
          • Electrek Podcast: Tesla Model 3 SR Deliveries, Model 3 made-in-China, Tesla founder’s new startup, more

            This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range starting to get software-locked features, Model 3 made-in-China launch, a new EV startup from Tesla's original founder, and more.

            The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

            The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

            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 starts delivering ‘Standard Range’ Model 3 at ~$35,000 with locked features
            • Tesla to build Model Y in Fremont, Model S refresh September – report
            • Tesla launches made-in-China Model 3 starting ~$47,500, deliveries in 6-10 months
            • Tesla launches Model 3 in Australia and all other right-hand drive markets
            • Tesla needs to catch up on deliveries for record quarter, focus on cost, says Elon Musk in leaked email
            • Tesla CTO JB Straubel excercises ~$3 million in options as office presence called ‘scarce’
            • Tesla offers way to override new charge limitation at busy Superchargers
            • Tesla founder launches new electric car battery startup and there’s a twist
            • GM plans own large EV charging network in the US, can’t be bothered to invest in it itself
            • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

              56 min
            • More Tesla price changes, Supercharger update, TSLA

              This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including more Tesla price changes, a Supercharger update, Tesla's stock (TSLA) in focus, and more.

              Support our show!

              The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

              The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

              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 cuts base price of new Model S and Model X vehicles
              • Tesla brings back Free Unlimited Supercharging again to sell inventory cars
              • Tesla changes Full Self-Driving pricing again, tries to simplify it
              • Tesla is within reach of new record quarter for deliveries, says Elon Musk
              • Tesla’s new cost cutting-effort is going all the way down to toilet paper
              • Tesla (TSLA) stock tumbles as Wall Street starts piling up the negativity
              • Tesla (TSLA) stock falls on demand concern from analyst, continued trade war
              • Apple tried to buy Tesla for more than it’s currently worth a few years ago, report says
              • Tesla releases new Do It Yourself maintenance instructions for their cars
              • Elon Musk’s Boring Company is moving forward with ~$50 million Las Vegas loop
              • Rivian unveils camper version of its R1T electric pickup truck with incredible features
              • Chevron starts deploying EV charging stations at its gas stations
              • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

                https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zK7R4yvSf5o

                 

                1 hr 5 min
              • Tesla battery tech, Model 3 price, Mercedes-Benz EQC

                This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including new about Tesla's battery technology, Model 3 prices increase, our Mercedes-Benz EQC first drive, and more.

                Support our show!

                The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

                The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

                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 battery researcher is ‘excited’ about new battery tech developed by the Army
                • Tesla completes acquisition of Maxwell, officially takes over the battery technology
                • Tesla increases price of all Model 3 variants, even ‘off-the-menu’ base model
                • Tesla CEO Elon Musk launches new ‘hardcore’ cost-cutting effort, will review all expenses
                • Tesla is now making Supercharger V3 and energy products at Gigafactory 2
                • Tesla nerfs Autopilot in Europe due to new regulations
                • Tesla is updating its battery software following a car fire, claims improve longevity
                • Mercedes-Benz EQC first drive review: an easy way for Mercedes drivers to go electric
                • Audi goes after Tesla Supercharger V3: ‘sustained power beats top power’
                • Hyundai and Kia to build electric sportscar with help of supercar maker Rimac
                • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

                  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1zk7Eb8r-s

                  1 hr 5 min
                • Tesla Autopilot restructuring, CCS adapter+tow hitch, Kia Niro review

                  This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla launching CCS adapter and tow hitch in Europe, Autopilot and summon videos, its AI lead in Autopilot, Kia Niro review and more.

                  Support our show!

                  The Electrek Podcast is me, Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network and Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

                  The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

                  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 top stories that we will discuss during the podcast today:

                  • Tesla launches $190 CCS adapter for new Model S and Model X, offers retrofits for older vehicles
                  • Tesla’s software lead is so big it should worry other automakers, AI expert says
                  • Tesla restructures Autopilot software team, Elon takes the reins
                  • Tesla (TSLA) is going to get up to $2 billion from Fiat-Chrysler to meet emission standards
                  • Tesla releases a bunch of updates to Sentry mode, Driving Visualization, and more
                  • Tesla launches tow hitch for Model 3
                  • Tesla Performance vehicles have limited power for months due to software ‘bug’
                  • Trump says GM to sell shuttered Lordstown plant to Workhorse to build electric trucks [Update: in talks]
                  • The Electrek Review: Kia Niro EV – The new normal…electric family car
                  • Volkswagen receives 10,000+ pre-orders for ID.3 electric hatchback in first 24 hours
                  • Gogoro’s new 170 km range electric scooter adds Tesla-style battery cells to its swappable packs
                  • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

                    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqMH4mh99Dc

                    1 hr 2 min
                  • Tesla goes back to the market, Tesla Solar, new safety features

                    This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla launching a large new capital raise, reviving its solar business, launching new safety features, and more.

                    Support our show!

                    The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

                    The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

                    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) files cap raise up to $2.3B, CEO Elon Musk in for $10M
                    • Tesla (TSLA) increases capital raise up to $2.7 billion, now Elon Musk wants to contribute $25 million
                    • Tesla’s value will grow 10x to $500 billion due to its self-driving tech, says Elon Musk
                    • Tesla plans to revive solar business by undercutting everyone with <$2 per watt systems
                    • Tesla Powerwall to replace meter in new trial program with electric utility
                    • Tesla releases new active safety features powered by Autopilot
                    • Tesla increases price of Full Self-Driving in move to make its cars ’appreciating assets’
                    • Tesla launches cheaper Model 3 with 150km range in Canada to get $5,000 incentive
                    • Tesla is not allowing range upgrade on new 150 km Model 3 in Canada – BUYER BEWARE
                    • Tesla launches Model 3 RHD in UK, starting at £38,000
                    • Tesla designs new sunroof with electrical tint and integrated lighting system
                    • Tesla warns of upcoming shortages of battery minerals, like nickel, copper, & lithium
                    • Hyundai upgrades IONIQ Electric with significantly bigger battery and design refresh
                    • Avengers movie adds gas engine sound to Audi’s electric e-tron in product placement fail
                    • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

                      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09bIEmS_KdY

                      1 hr 11 min
                    • TSLA earnings, Tesla Autonomy, new Model S/X upgrades

                      This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a look at Tesla's Q1 2019 earnings, a recap of Tesla's first Autonomy Day, the new Model S and Model X upgrades, and more.

                      Support our show!

                      The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

                      The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

                      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) releases Q1 results: net loss of $702 million, Model 3 margin at ~20%
                        • Tesla delays electric semi truck production to next year
                        • Tesla is going to launch a new insurance program next month, says Elon Musk
                        • Tesla promises to keep selling $35k Model 3, though claims few are ordering it
                        • Tesla is still deciding between California and Nevada for Model Y production
                        • Tesla Autonomy Event news hub
                          • Tesla unveils its new Full Self-Driving computer in detail: ‘objectively the best chip in the world’
                          • NVIDIA disputes some of Tesla’s FSD computer claims, but they miss the main point
                          • Tesla releases new self-driving demo with new Autopilot graphics
                          • Tesla unveils ‘Robotaxi’ plan for self-driving ride-sharing network next year
                          • Tesla unveils car design without a steering wheel, coming within 2 years, says Elon Musk
                          • Tesla is working on new battery that lasts 1 million miles to come out next year, says Elon Musk
                          • Tesla releases new longer range Model S and Model X with drivetrain, suspension upgrades, & more
                          • Tesla battery supplier Panasonic is considering switching 18650 cell production to 2170 cells
                          • Tesla unlocks even more power (150 kW) out of existing Superchargers, expands rollout
                          • Tesla gives first look at new Roadster back seats and door system
                          • Ford invests $500 million in electric pickup startup Rivian, will make an EV together
                          • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

                            https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8COKnXNH-E

                            1 hr 17 min
                          • Tesla Model S/X refresh, Tesla Autonomy event, new EVs

                            This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including more details on Tesla's upcoming Model S/X refresh, the upcoming Tesla Autonomy event, new electric vehicles from Shanghai and New York auto shows.

                            Support our show!

                            The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site.

                            This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies.

                            The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here.

                            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 is planning a bigger Model S/X refresh than we thought
                            • Tesla Gigafactory 1 battery cell production is still limited to about 23 GWh, says Elon Musk
                            • Tesla spotted filming self-driving demo ahead of autonomy/Tesla Network event
                            • Tesla releases fascinating new ‘impact report’, claims it helped prevent 4 million tons of CO2
                            • Tesla is developing a ‘unique battery recycling system’
                            • Canada’s $5,000 EV incentive starts next month, Tesla officially disqualified
                            • VW unveils new all-electric SUV with long range and sleek interior
                            • NIO unveils new all-electric sedan and fast-charging station
                            • ‘Tesla-clone’ Xpeng unveils new electric sedan with over 300 miles of range
                            • Genesis reveals “Mint,” a luxury electric city car concept
                            • GM files ‘Bolt EUV’ trademark – hinting at new electric car
                            • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):

                              https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LVEtRE51hU

                              1 hr 6 min

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