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July 26, 2024Tesla, Ford, GM earnings, Rivian R2, and more
On 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, Ford, and GM earnings, Rivian R2, 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 Q2 2024 results: billion-dollar revenue beat
Tesla gives encouraging update on 4680 battery cells
Tesla accelerates plans for cheaper electric vehicles, but not the $25,000 EV
Tesla Robotaxi unveiling now planned for October 10, Elon hints at ‘one more thing’
Elon Musk would be ‘surprised’ if Tesla doesn’t have ‘unsupervised self-driving’ next year
Elon Musk signals reaching limit of Tesla’s HW3 despite self-driving promise
Tesla warns against wet towel trick to speed up Supercharging
Ford misses Q2 earnings by a wide margin as EV losses reach $2.5 billion in 2024
GM claims its next cycle of EV growth is coming, but when?
Rivian R2 pre-orders ‘well over’ 100,000 and climbing
Porsche scales back 80% EV goal by 2030 amid falling sales, shifting market
Google’s Alphabet Inc. doubles down on robotaxis, committing another $5 billion into Waymo
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/t-hN0dNoTe8
54 min
July 19, 2024Electrek Formula Sun, Trump on EVs, most efficient EV ever
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Podcast: Electrek Formula Sun Challenge, Trump on electric vehicles, Lucid producing the most efficient EV ever, 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
Pocket Casts
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:
Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix 2024 wrap-up and final results
Trump says he’ll end the EV mandate. The only problem: there isn’t one.
Elon Musk supports new VP candidate that would crush Tesla’s sales in the US
Elon Musk confirms Tesla Robotaxi delay, says front design change
Elon Musk might give up on Tesla’s 4680 battery cell by the end of the year
Tesla Supercharger deployment is already slowing down in critical time
Tesla gives free hardware upgrades with Full Self-Driving to qualify for tax credit
Tesla secures absurdly large multi-billion Megapack contract
Lucid confirms the 2025 Air Pure offers 5 miles per kWh, making it the most efficient car in the world
Chevy’s more affordable Silverado EV LT revealed for the first time in new images
Aptera partner US Capital Global leads $60M investment round to reach low volume SEV production
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/U5WfI48BHrI
1 hr 16 min
July 12, 2024Tesla optimizing FSD routes, Model 3 Long Range RWD, Ford Capri, and more
On 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 optimizing FSD routes, Model 3 Long Range RWD, Ford Capri, and more.
Today’s Podcast is sponsored by the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024.
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
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
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 relaunches Model 3 Long Range RWD: 363 miles of range for $42,490
Tesla to delay Robotaxi unveiling, report says
Tesla starts pushing new Supervised Full Self-Driving update
Tesla insiders say Elon optimized Full Self-Driving routes for himself and influencers
New Tesla Model Y spotted with camouflage – refresh coming?
Tesla’s California virtual power plant delivers 100 MW to help the grid
Union threatens strike at Tesla Giga Berlin after contentious meeting
Biden awards $1.7B to bring auto manufacturing back to 8 states
Ford unveils new Capri EV with nearly 400 miles range and sports car performance
Meet the MG Cyber GTS, the electric sports car being compared to the Porsche 911
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/byJ7mcPjfJM
53 min
July 05, 2024Let's dive into Tesla, Ford, GM, BYD EV delivery results
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss EV delivery results from the industry, especially Tesla, Ford, and GM.
Today’s Podcast is sponsored by the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024.
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
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
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 Q2 deliveries: beat expectations
Tesla Cybertruck might have become the best-selling electric pickup truck in the US
Tesla Model S/X sales are crashing and Tesla is hiding it
Is Tesla’s energy business finally boosting the stock?
Tesla is upgrading the Cybertruck’s electric motor
Tesla releases big new software update with more music options, and more
Tesla is not expected to invest into India soon as Musk ghosts officials
Ford’s EV sales surge in Q2, topping GM for second in the US EV market behind Tesla
GM tops Q2 and first half EV sales records as Chevy Blazer, Equinox EVs roll out
BYD just set a new sales record as aggressive price cuts take effect, is it enough to top Tesla?
XPeng debuts the AI-centric M03 sedan in its new MONA EV lineup, priced below $27,500
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/yZePFqpBJBA
55 min
June 28, 2024Tesla Cybertruck recalls, Rivian and VW partnership, Rimac goes driverless, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the two Tesla Cybertruck recalls, Rivian and VW partnership, Rimac going driverless, and more.
Today’s Podcast is sponsored by the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024.
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
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
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 now distinguishes cars by battery suppliers for tax credit eligibility
Tesla recalls over 11,000 Cybertrucks over trim detaching and wiper issue
Tesla (TSLA) is expected to have tough quarter for deliveries again
Tesla Semi spotted using a sensor array
VW will invest up to $5B into Rivian to form joint venture for next-gen EVs
Rivian (RIVN) reaffirms 57K production guidance, gross profit in Q4 2024
Volvo delays low-cost EX30 deliveries in the US until 2025
Rimac launches new autonomous level 4 electric car brand Verne
Polestar launches new lower-priced Polestar 3 as first models reach customers
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/Ij-gtdHsImE
48 min
June 21, 2024Tesla Model 3 LR gets cheap, Fisker goes bankrupt, cheap EVs adapt, and more
On 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 Model 3 LR gets cheap, Fisker goes bankrupt, cheap EVs adapt and more.
Today’s Podcast is sponsored by the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except today with an early start time at 9 a.m. due to traveling.
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 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 Model 3 Long Range gets access to federal tax credit, now starts at $40,000
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries halted amid problem with giant windshield wiper
Elon Musk says Tesla will give some new stock options to top performers
Elon Musk says he is working on ‘Tesla Master Plan Part 4’
Elon Musk claims Tesla’s new AI supercluster will grow to over 500 MW, record AI chip
Tesla Model Y tops list of most American-made cars
Exiting Tesla exec suggests spending 1% of revenue on advertising
The time has come: Fisker has filed for bankruptcy
Volvo hints the EX30 could be exported from Belgium to the US to avoid new EV tariffs
Kia to build $30,000 EV3 in Mexico, unlocking US EV tax credit
BMW 1 series is going electric as an affordable EV for younger buyers
BMW cancels $2 billion battery cell order from Northvolt
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/OUV9WS7f0ss
1 hr 8 min
June 14, 2024Tesla shareholders meeting, more lawsuits, ultra-fast charging, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Tesla shareholders meeting, more lawsuits coming for Tesla, ultra-fast charging by Lotus, and more.
Today’s Podcast is sponsored by the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024.
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
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
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 shareholders officially approve all company proposals, backing the board on almost everything
Tesla’s upcoming 3 new EVs raise some questions
Elon Musk bets Tesla on Optimus, says over 1,000 robots working in factories next year
Tesla produces 1,300 Cybertrucks per week, moving from Foundations Series next quarter
Tesla will allow ‘one-time’ FSD transfer for one more quarter, says Musk
Tesla, Elon Musk sued by shareholders for breach of fiduciary duty over AI funneling threats
‘Stand up Tesla’: UAW uses layoffs to make unionization progress at Tesla
Tesla restarts hiring beyond AI and robotics in a big way
Ford enables all dealers to sell EVs, bringing +90% of Americans within reach
Lucid CEO says its Air has hit efficiency of 5 miles per kWh and ‘no one else is even close’
Lotus shares ‘record-breaking’ Emeya charging time that is as fast as the all-electric hyper GT
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/itm3VxmeVD0
1 hr 9 min
June 07, 2024Tesla v12.4, Rivian next-gen R1s, VW ID.7 GTX, and more
On 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 upcoming v12.4 update, Rivian's next-gen R1s, VW ID.7 GTX, and more.
Today's Podcast is sponsored by the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024
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
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
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 FSD v12.4 will drive a year between interventions, but there’s a caveat
Tesla releases new software update with improvements to adaptive headlights and more
Elon Musk asked Nvidia to prioritize GPU shipments to X over Tesla, emails reveal
Tesla Cybertruck unveiled as imposing police vehicle
Rivian unveils next-gen R1 EVs to cut cost without affecting driver experience
I drove the next-gen R1S/R1T and Rivian is getting better at making electric vehicles
Volkswagen unveils the new ID.7 GTX as its most powerful EV yet
Porsche Cayenne EV caught testing hints at larger, bolder big brother to the Macan
Kia EV4 spotted for the first time revealing the stylish new low-cost EV [Video]
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/6CwiWbpRToo
1 hr 1 min
June 07, 2024Special: Meet the latest Tesla Cybertruck raffle winner
It turns out people really do win giveaways. In February, Tim Harrington took delivery of the first Cybertruck to be raffled off by Tesla. He later showed how the Cybertruck fits in his garage "like a glove."
2024 continues to be the year of the Cybertruck, and well, Tesla has done it again. After holding a second Tesla referral raffle, the company has delivered another free Cybertruck to one extremely fortunate winner: Jacob Knight.
An unbelievable, timely message
A few weeks ago, my neighbor and best friend since grade school called me around 9 p.m. with some unbelievable news.
He told me he thought he might have won a free Cybertruck. I literally didn't believe him. Well, I believed that he thought he might have won a free Cybertruck, but I really wanted to debunk whatever phishing expedition was being conducted before it got too far.
Neither we nor ChatGPT could debunk the raffle winner email using the email headers and raw message. A call from Tesla the following day confirmed the message and set things in motion.
Prior to the call, our families had spent the previous day and a half together.
The startup Jacob worked for was downsizing, his father-in-law Brian spent several days hospitalized after a stroke, and the start of summer was just generally turbulent.
My best friend was understandably in a funk, and I wanted to do my part in helping, so we dragged him out to the beach. The next day, I helped him clean his office while he interviewed for new job opportunities.
It felt like a day and a half well spent!
Neither of us had any clue about what was processing in the background.
It was a very real lesson in how a tide change may already be developing when you feel like you're underwater. Also, enter more raffles!
Tesla Cybertruck raffle winner
Fast-forward one week and change later, and our families are on a six-hour round trip from Biloxi to the Tesla delivery facility in Brandon, Mississippi. The email was real. The call was real. And Jacob's Cybertruck was waiting in the Tesla parking lot with his name hanging from the mirror.
Prior to owning the Cybertruck, Jacob's family owned two Teslas: a Model 3 Performance and a Model X Plaid.
I drove Jacob’s Model 3 Performance up for the photo op; I bought it a week later! Brian, having recovered from his stroke, rode as a passenger in the Model X on the way up. He was responsible for driving the Model X on the way back. This happened to be his first experience ever behind the wheel of an EV.
Jacob bravely packed his newly received Tesla Cybertruck with one of his two kids and my two kids for the ride back. It was a hot-as-summer spring day in Mississippi, but it was a helluva day to remember.
Jacob's Mawmaw Katie was also part of the day one experience. What a memory!
Personally, I can say I've logged roughly two hours behind the wheel of the Cybertruck. It's GOOD. Meanwhile, Jacob and his Foundation Edition Cyberbeast (yes, tri-motor!) have been the talk of the town. Seriously, people haven't stopped posing for pictures and sharing sightings on our town's Facebook group.
Jacob has also allowed his Cybertruck to join the dark side with a deep black matte wrap.
But enough storytelling from me. You can hear Jacob's story of being the Tesla Cybertruck raffle winner in his own words in a podcast interview recorded this week below:
https://twitter.com/jacobisknight/status/1799145466879267098?s=61&t=Um0m_kl9v8_MM9QONXv-QA
The mission continues.
Photos courtesy of Kristen Knight Photography. Zac Hall is Editor-at-Large for 9to5Mac.
More
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Tesla helps cancer patient get a Cybertruck sooner
Tesla Cybertruck becomes one of most American-made pickup trucks
Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck first driving impressions, Kia EV3, Chevy Silverado EV RST and more
36 min
May 30, 2024A week with the Cybertruck, Mustang Mach-E Rally, Chevy Equinox EV first drive, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Fred’s week with the Tesla Cybertruck, the Mustang Mach-E Rally, our Chevy Equinox EV first drive, and more.
Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentum, a new brand of lifestyle e-bikes from Giant Group designed to deliver a full range of innovative electric, hybrid and city bikes with premium features, long assist ranges and sensor technologies that offer natural riding experiences that are both energy saving and fun.
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
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
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 reassures judge that move to Texas won’t affect Elon’s compensation case
Mexico still believes Tesla Gigafactory is coming despite change of plans
Rehired Tesla Supercharger manager beautifully explains why he came back
Mustang Mach-E Rally first drive: Ford is getting more comfortable with EVs
Chevy Equinox EV first drive: GM may have cracked the code in delivering a quality SUV that’s affordable [Video]
Is the new Cadillac Optiq the entry-level luxury electric SUV we’ve been waiting for?
GM claims its new Chevy Bolt EV will be the most affordable on the market by 2025
Jeep is launching a $25,000 EV in the US ‘very soon’ to revamp the rugged SUV brand
Rivian (RIVN) CEO warns of ‘messy’ Q2, talks R2 and Tesla NACS
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/t6NXgl7IJUo
59 min

About Electrek

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A weekly podcast tracking the transition from fossil fuel transportation to electric and the surrounding clean ecosystems. Hosted by Electrek’s Frederic Lambert and Seth Weintraub.