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  • Tesla Pickup truck, product roadmap, Model 3 in cold weather again

    This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Pickup truck becoming a growing priority in Tesla's product roadmap, Model 3 cold weather issues again, 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 is preparing some new cold weather features as winter is coming
    • Tesla releases new Model 3 software update to address cold weather issues
    • Tesla releases Model 3 software update with new climate controls, anti-theft feature, and more
    • Tesla Pickup Truck: Elon Musk hints at accelerated plan for electric pickup
    • Tesla plans to double Supercharger network, V3 delayed to ‘early next year’, says Elon Musk
    • Elon Musk would like Tesla to work with Mercedes-Benz on an electric Sprinter van
    • Tesla bites the bullet and slashes prices in China due to Trump’s trade war
    • Honda launches new all-electric Everus VE-1 for ~$25,000 in China
    • China starts solid-state battery production, pushing energy density higher
    • Hyundai ramps up production of Kona Electric
    • Oil companies officially ask Republicans to kill effort to extend electric vehicle tax credit
    • Carbo folding ebike: Good, fast, or cheap, pick all 3
    • 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=QBTex7BYcwU

      1 hr 5 min
    • Tesla Model 3 in cold weather, CCS plug, electric Mustang

      This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Model 3 issues in cold weather, Model 3 getting a CCS plug in Europe, an electric Mustang, 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 (today at 4:30pm), 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 Model 3 is starting to show some important flaws in cold weather
      • Tesla confirms Model 3 is getting a CCS plug in Europe, adapter coming for Model S and Model X
      • Tesla increases base price of Model S and Model X, makes several option changes to ‘simplify offering’
      • Tesla launches new ‘Enhanced Anti-theft’ sensor as aftermarket product
      • Tesla brings back all recently removed options as ‘off-the-menu items’
      • Tesla, GM, Nissan, and others form coalition to reform electric vehicle tax credit
      • Tesla buys trucking companies to shorten Model 3 delivery times for tax credit by the end of the year
      • Tesla is pushing to achieve Model 3 production of 7,000 units per week within 2 weeks
      • Tesla ends free Supercharger credit program for Model S and Model X
      • Tesla reaches 10 billion electric miles with a global fleet of half a million cars
      • Tesla slashes price of solar systems by up to 20%, cites vertical integration
      • Startup unveils stunning all-electric 1960’s Mustangs for production
      • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 3:30pm ET (or the video after 4:30pm ET):

        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjf7tIiaWJw

        1 hr 7 min
      • Two-wheel EVs are taking over, Harley Livewire, Tesla Energy, Model 3 key fob

        This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including all the new two-wheel EVs that we saw at the Milan Motorcycle show, like the Harley-Davidson Livewire, Tesla's Energy's big week, the Tesla Model 3 gets a key fob, 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 (today at 4:30pm), 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:

        • Close look at the new Harley-Davidson LiveWire electric motorcycle
        • Curtiss unveils two new insane electric motorcycle versions that go 0-60 mph in 2.1s
        • Ducati goes electric – and adds pedals – with new electric mountain bike
        • Super SOCO unveils new $5,100 and 62 mph electric motorcycle, the TC MAX
        • KYMCO unveils new 155 mph 6-speed electric motorcycle superbike, the SuperNEX
        • Arc Vector electric motorcycle is the most high tech $117k & 150 mph cafe racer
        • Tesla appoints longtime board member Robyn Denholm as new Chairwoman to replace Elon Musk
        • A new Tesla ‘shared Powerbank’ launches as a community alternative to individual Powerwalls
        • Tesla and others to deliver over 2 GWh of energy storage in California project to replace 3 gas plants
        • Tesla finally launches Model 3 key fob for $150 but with a big drawback
        • New Tesla Model 3 with different plug spotted ahead of European launch
        • Tesla starts rolling out ‘Track Mode’ for the Model 3 Performance – here’s how it works
        • Jaguar I-Pace gets official EPA range of 234 miles as questions about efficiency arise
        • Layoffs, furloughs, auctions and shutdown at Faraday Future’s EV factory
        • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 3:30pm ET (or the video after 4:30pm ET):

          https://youtu.be/VocRe1llzVk

          1 hr 4 min
        • Tesla Model 3 pricing, new Autopilot features, Chevy Camaro electric

          This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Model 3 pricing shenanigans, new details about Autopilot features, GM unveils a Chevy Camaro electric, 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.

          But today, we aim to start at 3:30pm ET.

          After the show ends at around 5pm ET (today at 4:30pm), 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 reduces price of Model 3 Performance [Updated: Elon Musk makes it right]
          • Tesla urges customers to buy new Mid-Range Model 3 now to get the full tax credit
          • Tesla production goes down as they start new Mid-Range Model 3 deliveries
          • Tesla’s next-gen Summon feature will be able to find parking spot and read instruction signs, says Elon Musk (updated)
          • Tesla owners will be able to remotely control their car through their phones ‘like RC cars’ within ~6 weeks, says Elon Musk
          • Tesla increases price of Autopilot when bought after delivery as it launches new features
          • Tesla Pickup Truck has a ‘really futuristic-like cyberpunk Blade Runner’ design, says Elon Musk
          • Tesla is working on a new ‘Megapack’ energy module at Gigafactory 1
          • Chevy shows off a 800V Electric ‘eCOPO’ Camaro conversion running a 9 sec quarter mile
          • Faraday Future can’t catch a break as it’s seemingly on the brink of failure again
          • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 3:30pm ET (or the video after 4:30pm ET):

            https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67Um_dKn4K0

             

            1 hr 1 min
          • Tesla beats Q3 expectations with profit, Model Y moves forward, new v9 update

            This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla beating Q3 expectations with a profit, Tesla Model Y is moving forward, a new Tesla v9 update, 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. 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 will be available on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. For the Apple Podcasts app, 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 Q3 results: record $6.8 billion revenue and turns $312 million profit
              • Tesla Model 3 at $35,000 is currently impossible, says Elon Musk – probably under 6 months away
              • Tesla Model 3 becomes best-selling US car by revenue and delivers gross margin beyond expectations
              • Elon Musk approves Tesla Model Y prototype for production, targets 2020
              • Tesla increases price of its new cheapest Model 3 just days after launch, reduces price of dual motor
              • Tesla Model 3 Mid-Range battery pack energy capacity revealed, first units produced
              • Tesla starts releasing Navigate on Autopilot feature with disappointing caveat, update with UI changes
              • Tesla improves regenerative braking on Model 3 through over-the-air software update
              • Tesla starts rolling out Model 3 key fob to lucky few owners
              • Tesla to discontinue some Model S and Model X interiors to streamline production, says Elon Musk
              • Tesla Gigafactory 3: land grading started at the site, Tesla reportedly secures loan to start building
              • Tesla to build Model Y along with Model 3 at Gigafactory 3 in China, says filing
              • Tesla to bring ‘some parts of Model 3 production’ to China as soon as next year
              • Porsche Taycan spotted being benchmarked against older Tesla Model S
              • GM calls for garbage ‘National Zero Emissions Vehicle (NZEV) Program’ that would let China keep the EV lead
              • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET):

                https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbKa6iltgoM

                1 hr 9 min
              • Tesla Model 3 updates, new hope for EV federal tax credit, Porsche Taycan

                This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including several important updates regarding the Tesla Model 3, a new hope for the electric vehicle federal tax credit, some updates regarding the Porsche Taycan, 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. 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 will be available on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. For the Apple Podcasts app, 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 launches new Model 3 with ‘mid-range’ battery for $45,000, changes pricing structure
                • Tesla is now able to maintain production of close to 1,000 vehicles per day
                • Tesla removes ‘Full Self-Driving Capability’ package from its options due to ‘confusion’
                • Tesla starts advertising quicker 0-60 mph acceleration for Model 3 Performance
                • Taking a Tesla Model 3 Performance to the dragstrip
                • A Tesla-powered Honda S2000 runs quarter-mile in 10 seconds
                • Tesla’s stock (TSLA) jumps as judge approves settlement of SEC’s complaint against Elon Musk
                • Elon Musk is buying $20 million more of Tesla shares – seemingly to compensate for SEC settlement fine
                • Tesla aims for new neural net computer in production in 6 months, results in 500-2000% increase in ops/sec, says Elon Musk
                • Elon Musk sees ‘foolish oversight’ of Tesla’s service coverage, announces major expansion of service centers
                • New Republican bill could remove federal tax credit cap for EVs after Tesla hits 200k
                • Porsche says that it ‘enters the electric era with the new Taycan’, makes progress toward production
                • Porsche asks more of dealers to prepare for Taycan’s arrival with 200 more charging stations
                • Porsche Taycan to be priced between Cayenne and Panamera (~$75,000), says program director
                • Porsche greenlights all-electric Taycan CUV for production based on stunning Mission E Cross Turismo concept
                • Jaguar starts I-Pace deliveries to customers in the US
                • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET):

                  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xf8bJf0x4Ww

                   

                  1 hr 1 min
                • Tesla Model 3 safety, production, and EV federal tax credit

                  This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Model 3 safety and production news, and a worrying effort to end the federal tax credit for electric vehicles.

                  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. 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 will be available on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. For the Apple Podcasts app, 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 Model 3 achieves lowest probability of injury of any vehicle ever tested by NHTSA
                  • Watch all the Tesla Model 3 crash test videos
                  • Tesla officially launches version 9 software update, demonstrates new features in quick videos
                  • Tesla starts quarter strong with production of over 11,500 vehicles, including >7,000 Model 3s
                  • Republican introduces new bill to end the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric cars and tax them more instead
                  • Tesla sets deadline on new orders to get delivery and full tax credit by end of the year
                  • Tesla aims to have 20,000 employees at Gigafactory 1, could invest in local housing, says Elon Musk
                  • Tesla is bidding on a $145 million piece of land for much-needed Gigafactory 3 in China
                  • Tesla launches new Gloss Black Wall Connector
                  • Tesla increases the price of the Powerwall as demand greatly outpaces production
                  • Norway reportedly has over 30,000 electric vehicle pre-orders, Tesla Model 3 and Audi e-tron to make huge impact
                  • Bollinger unveils all-electric B2 pickup truck
                  • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET):

                    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iERHJISr8rw

                     

                    1 hr 3 min
                  • Tesla production and delivery records, V9, Elon/SEC love story, and EVs in Paris

                    This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla releasing its production and delivery numbers, software update version 9, Elon Musk's love story with the SEC, and electric vehicles in Paris.

                    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, but this week is going to be different because Electrek's team is in Paris for the Mondial de l'Auto. Though we are going to start at the same time (10pm for us).

                    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 produced a record ~80,000 vehicles in Q3 and deliveries could be even crazier
                    • Tesla confirms Q3 production: 80,000 vehicles and 83,500 deliveries – TSLA up
                    • ‘Tesla Model 3 is putting pressure on the market’, admits BMW
                    • Tesla is rolling out version 9 update, but it is pulling ‘Navigate on Autopilot’ for now, says Elon Musk
                    • Tesla updates referral program, new prizes include ‘early access to software updates’ and sending picture into space
                    • Tesla’s stock (TSLA) surges on Elon Musk’s SEC settlement and anticipation of the quarter’s numbers
                    • A closer look at Peugeot’s stunning new e-Legend electric vehicle
                    • Specialized shows off new 700 Wh Turbo Levo full suspension electric mountain bike
                    • Rayvolt Bikes combines high tech e-bike components with classy retro styling
                    • RAPIDE 3 commercial electric cargo scooter can charge up to 80% in 15 minutes
                    • KYMCO unveils Ionex Commercial, a B2B turnkey electric scooter suite with swappable batteries
                    • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET):

                      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2edKMAv2jA

                      56 min
                    • Tesla Version 9, Model 3 production goal, SEC going after Musk

                      This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a closer look at Tesla Version 9, Tesla achieving its Model 3 production goal, the SEC going after Elon Musk, 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. 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 will be available on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. For the Apple Podcasts app, 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) stock tumbles on news that SEC seeks removal of CEO Elon Musk
                      • Tesla’s board backs Elon Musk over SEC seeking to ban him, Wall Street braces for TSLA blowback
                      • If Elon Musk is barred from Tesla, who is next in line to lead the automaker?
                      • Tesla Version 9.0: all new features based on your Model 3, Model S, or Model X generation
                      • First Look at Tesla’s new version 9 update on Model 3
                      • Here’s how Tesla’s new dashcam feature using Autopilot cameras works
                      • Tesla Autopilot on Version 9: Mad Max mode, path planning, navigate, and more
                      • Tesla achieves Model 3 production goal for record quarter with 2 days still to go
                      • Tesla is bringing Model 3 to Paris Motor Show, inviting French reservation holders
                      • Tesla prepares Model 3 production for upcoming European expansion
                      • Tesla’s massive Powerpack battery in Australia cost $66 million and already made up to ~$17 million
                      • BMW unveils i3 battery upgrade for ‘over 160 miles’ (260 km) of range
                      • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET):

                        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQo5nIO0ddI

                        1 hr 6 min
                      • Tesla Model 3 safety and production, Audi e-tron, 2019 Chevy Volt, Interbike

                        This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Model 3 getting its safety rating and another production update, the Audi e-tron unveiling, the new 2019 Chevy Volt, our visit at Interbike, 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. 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 will be available on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. For the Apple Podcasts app, 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:

                        • Audi launches e-tron electric SUV with $74,800 starting price
                        • First look at the Audi e-tron pricing, options, and online configurator
                        • Interbike Reno 2018: Here are all the cool and crazy new electric bicycles you’ll want to see
                        • The 2019 Chevy Volt enables you to get more all-electric mileage
                        • First look at 2019 Chevy Bolt EV with new ‘Shock’ color – tell us what you want to know about the car
                        • Tesla Model 3 gets perfect 5-star safety rating in every category from NHTSA [Videos]
                        • Tesla achieves new record day of Model 3 production, but cutting it close for quarterly goal
                        • Tesla received 1,124 new Model 3 Performance orders in just two weeks
                        • Tesla Model 3 is finally getting a key fob – first images
                        • Tesla to finally release dashcam feature using Autopilot cameras in version 9 next month, says Elon Musk
                        • Tesla increases Supercharger idle fees to decrease wait times
                        • VW unveils a series of new commercial all-electric vehicles: I.D. BUZZ CARGO, e-Cabby, Cargo e-bike, and more
                        • Amazon is going to sell electric car chargers with installation as a turn-key solution
                        • Lucid Motors funding secured: over $1 billion investment from Saudi Arabia to finally build its EV factory
                        • Peugeot unveils all-electric coupe concept with some muscle car DNA and ‘600 km of range’
                        • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET):

                          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BP0UE28vI4M

                          1 hr 10 min

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