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  • Apple CarPlay in Tesla cars, VW on Superchargers, Toyota electric pickup, and more

    In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Apple CarPlay possibly coming to Tesla cars, VW getting access to Superchargers, a Toyota electric pickup, and more.

    The show is 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 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:

      • Tesla is working on Apple CarPlay integration, report says
      • Tesla recalls over 10,000 Powerwalls in the US after several fires
      • Tesla Supercharger live availability is now in Google Maps
      • Volkswagen EVs finally get access to Tesla Superchargers (for real this time)
      • Waymo expands service map and adds freeway access to three major US cities
      • Toyota’s first electric pickup is finally here [Images]
      • Toyota opens the doors to its first EV battery plant in the US, but that’s not all
      • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

        https://www.youtube.com/live/TaYQYgsgsxQ
        52 min
      • Tesla is now Elon's, Xpeng goes AI, Rivian earnings, and more

        In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss how Tesla is now Elon's after the shareholders' meeting, Xpeng going all-in on AI, Rivian's earnings, and more.

        The show is 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 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:

          • Tesla (TSLA) shareholders shoot selves in foot, approve Musk $1 trillion payday
          • Elon Musk says Tesla FSD will allow ‘texting and driving’ in ‘a month or two’
          • Tesla delays ‘flying’ Roadster demo to April Fools’ Day, production to 2027/28
          • Tesla launches ‘Multipass’ in more markets for frictionless third-party charging
          • Tesla updates its electric semi truck design
          • Xpeng AI Day: new AI model powering robots, robotaxis, and flying cars
          • Rivian (RIVN) Q3 2025 report: Revenues and deliveries rise, R2 closer than ever, plus a new AI co.
          • Ford’s electric F-150 Lightning pickup may be all but dead
          • BMW updates its best-selling EV with more range and power
          • Toyota teases a new vehicle and it sure looks like an electric truck
          • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

            https://www.youtube.com/live/by3S0W0PWbA
            1 hr 18 min
          • Tesla's 'flying' Roadster, Elon's pay, new EVs from Japan, and more

            In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's 'flying' Roadster, Elon's pay package, new EVs unveiled at Japan's mobility show, and more.

            The show is 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 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:

              • Elon Musk says Tesla Roadster ‘flying’ demo is coming
              • Tesla ‘Robotaxis’ keep crashing despite ‘safety monitors’
              • Tesla Full Self-Driving v14 disappoints with hallucinations, brake stabbing, and speeding
              • Tesla signals Cybercab might actually get a steering wheel
              • Elon Musk is not leaving Tesla, but he is using the threat as blackmail
              • Canada is rumored to imminently remove tariffs on Chinese electric cars
              • Lucid’s (LCID) $50,000 midsize EVs will offer ‘mind-off’ Level 4 autonomy
              • This electric hot hatch is the Subaru STI we deserve
              • The Toyota Corolla EV is bringing a sharp new look, but that’s just the start [Images]
              • Kia delays EV4 indefinitely – America loses more choice due to tariffs
              • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                https://www.youtube.com/live/r4VcGw2y9h0
                53 min
              • TSLA earnings madness, Rivian layoffs, Ford pauses F-150 Lightning, more

                In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's earnings madness, Rivian layoffs, Ford pausing F-150 Lightning, and more.

                The show is 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 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:

                  • Tesla (TSLA) releases Q3 2025 financial results: earnings decline despite record revenue
                    • Elon Musk: Tesla is increasing EV production based on anticipated demand for self-driving
                    • Elon Musk says he needs $1 trillion to control Tesla’s robot army. Yes, really.
                    • Tesla announces production of a new solar panel in the US
                    • Tesla confirms electric semi truck production is delayed despite recently claiming otherwise
                    • Two former Tesla self-driving leaders are telling a different story than Elon Musk
                    • The Cadillac Escalade IQ will be GM’s first vehicle with eyes-off driving
                    • Rivian to lay off about 4% of staff to possibly lean down ahead of 2026 R2 launch [Update]
                    • Ford is halting F-150 Lightning production to focus on more profitable gas and hybrid trucks
                    • GM kills BrightDrop electric van production, blames ‘slow demand’ as sales were ramping
                    • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                      https://www.youtube.com/live/kt7YjRTnQG0
                      1 hr 12 min
                    • Tesla investing in xAI, Norway 100% EV, Aptera goes public, and more

                      In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla investing in xAI, Norway going 100% EV, Aptera going public, and more.

                      The show is 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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                      • Castro
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                      • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us 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:

                        • Tesla investing in xAI: the good, the bad, the ugly
                        • Elon Musk’s SpaceX and xAI are buying Tesla’s unsold Cybertrucks
                        • Norway says ‘mission accomplished’ on going 100% EV, proposes incentive changes
                        • GM’s feeling the heat after the US pulled the plug on the $7,500 EV tax credit
                        • Aptera secures access to $75 million to bring its solar car to production
                        • Kia plans to build 100,000 EV2 and EV4 models a year, far more than expected
                        • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                          https://www.youtube.com/live/95on4af77Rc
                          47 min
                        • Ferrari Elettrica, Tesla's stripped-down Model 3/Y, new Bolt EV, and more

                          In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Ferrari unveiling the specs for the Elettrica, Tesla's stripped-down Model 3 and Model Y, new Bolt EV, and more.

                          The show is 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 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:

                            • Ferrari reveals the specs of its first all-electric car: Elettrica
                            • Ferrari is rejecting fake engine noise for its first EV, and opts for ‘authentic’ motor sound
                            • Tesla releases ‘more affordable’ Model 3/Y that costs $2k+ more than last week
                            • Tesla releases FSD v14, first major update in a year, here’s what it can do
                            • NHTSA launches another investigation into Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ after 58 crashes
                            • Tesla is in hot water for mishandling insurance claims
                            • GM unveils new Chevy Bolt – same package, new battery, low $29k price
                            • Lucid (LCID) reports record Q3 deliveries and EV production, but it may not be enough
                            • Solar car maker Aptera is about to go public and I’m worried (updated)
                            • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                              https://www.youtube.com/live/DOhwqKxXhNs
                              1 hr 22 min
                            • Tesla delivery record, V4 Supercharger, messy US EV market, and more

                              In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's delivery record, V4 Superchargers, a messy US EV market, and more.

                              The show is 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 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:

                                • Tesla (TSLA) announces 497,000 EV deliveries in Q3
                                • Tesla’s ‘more affordable’ Model Y spotted uncamouflaged on highway
                                • Tesla launches Model Y Performance in the US for $57,500
                                • Tesla confirms new Model Y Performance supports bidirectional charging
                                • Tesla launches first full V4 Supercharger station with 500 kW capacity
                                • Tesla revives its solar business by bringing back solar leasing
                                • Rivian (RIVN) Q3 deliveries beat expectations as it narrows its annual delivery guidance
                                • Honda’s electric SUV is a hit, thanks to steep discounts
                                • The Chevy Equinox EV is taking off as America’s best-selling EV outside of Tesla
                                • New Chevy Bolt seen charging at Tesla Supercharger in LA a week before reveal
                                • Ford’s $30,000 EV isn’t the pickup you think it is
                                • Chevy Silverado EV Trail Boss first off-road adventure
                                • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                                  https://www.youtube.com/live/JkdiXj8E3PM
                                  1 hr 8 min
                                • Tesla delivery estimate, FSD v14, Lucid Gravity, and more

                                  In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's Q3 delivery estimate, the launch of FSD v14, Lucid Gravity ramp-up, and more.

                                  Today’s episode is brought to you by Climate XChange, a nonpartisan nonprofit working to help states pass effective, equitable climate policies. The nonprofit just kicked off its 10th annual EV raffle, where participants have multiple opportunities to win their dream model. Visit CarbonRaffle.org/Electrek to learn more.

                                  The show is 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 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:

                                    • Tesla (TSLA) is having its first and last good quarter in a while
                                    • Tesla (TSLA) is down 22% in Europe while EVs were up 30%
                                    • Tesla complains about EPA’s new policy its CEO paid more than $200 million for
                                    • Tesla is finally launching FSD v14 and Elon Musk says it ‘feels sentient’
                                    • Tesla influencers tried Elon Musk’s coast-to-coast self-driving, crashed before 60 miles
                                    • Lucid (LCID) ramps up Gravity production, massive numbers spotted in drone flyover
                                    • Tesla co-founder invests in tiny electric truck startup TELO
                                    • Xiaomi officially sets up shop in the EU with new R&D Design Center
                                    • The new Mercedes CLA L EV launched in China, starting at only $36,000 with serious range
                                    • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                                      https://www.youtube.com/live/KKJDXqLUKZI
                                      1 hr 12 min
                                    • Tesla goes all-in on Elon, Robotaxi crashes, Nissan kills Ariya, and more

                                      In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla going all-in on Elon with his new comp package, Robotaxi crashes, Nissan killing Ariya, and more.

                                      The show is 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
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                                      • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us 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:

                                        • Elon Musk has trapped Tesla shareholders: give me $1 trillion or I won’t lie for you anymore
                                        • Tesla settles another fatal Autopilot crash before it gets to trial
                                        • Tesla is trying to hide 3 Robotaxi accidents
                                        • Tesla is redesigning its door handles after people were left trapped in the cars
                                        • Tesla discontinues cheapest Cybertruck, no one wanted it
                                        • Tesla partners with Uber Freight to offer Tesla Semi electric trucks at discounts
                                        • The 2026 Cadillac Optiq EV arrives with much more to offer at a lower price
                                        • Rivian breaks ground on the Georgia factory where it plans to build R2 and R3
                                        • Nissan cuts the Ariya electric SUV in the US… because of the new LEAF?
                                        • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                                          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0F6Xoxy82-8
                                          56 min
                                        • Tesla unveils Megablock, bunch of new EVs at IAA, Hyundai's plant, and more

                                          In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla unveiling its new Megablock product, bunch of new EVs at IAA, the debacle at Hyundai's plant, and more

                                          The show is 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
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                                          • We now have a Patreon if you want to help us 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:

                                            • Tesla unveils Megablock and Megapack 3: more power and energy deployed faster
                                            • Tesla engineer accuses Elon Musk of betraying Tesla’s mission in exit letter
                                            • Tesla gives up on Cybertruck wireless charging
                                            • VW on Tesla Supercharger access: be patient, it should be coming this year
                                            • The Volkswagen ID.Cross delivers the ‘secret sauce’ as an affordable, sleek electric SUV
                                            • Mercedes unveils GLC electric SUV: a more refined all-electric platform with 440 miles of range
                                            • The Polestar 5 GT is available to order now and we finally have performance specs
                                            • The new 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning STX delivers more range, but keeps the same price
                                            • A Mercedes EQS with solid-state batteries drove 750 miles and still had range to spare
                                            • Hyundai is now delaying its EV battery plant that was raided by ICE
                                            • Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

                                              https://www.youtube.com/live/lY1Mefdi1Wc
                                              55 min

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