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August 25, 2023Tesla Cybertruck getting close, Tesla Solar shift, Hummer EV Earthcruiser, 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 Cybertruck getting close, a shift in Tesla Solar strategy, Hummer EV Earthcruiser, and more.
We are heading back to Munich for the IAA Mobility Show 2023 September 5th – 10th as both Media sponsors and attendees. If you want to see the latest in automobiles and mobility first hand, you should pick up some tickets and join us.
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 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:
Elon Musk teases Tesla Cybertruck ‘production candidate’
Elon Musk says ‘if LEGO can do it, so can we’ about Cybertruck quality in leaked Tesla email
Tesla adds Cybertruck Delivery Event invite to referral awards
Tesla Autopilot probe is about to end, NHTSA hints at forcing changes on driver monitoring
Tesla receives approval for 2 virtual power plants in Texas
Tesla changes its solar strategy, lays off workers, bets on certified installers
Tesla is paying $20,000 a year to be on Elon Musk’s X, and it’s not clear why
Last call: Join us at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Sept. 5-10
GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser is the ultimate adventure machine that can charge itself
Kia officially reveals the new entry-level Ray EV, starting at $20,500
Mercedes electric 7-seat EQB upgraded for 2024 w/fresh facelift, new tech
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KqcnowS7Pg
55 min
August 18, 2023New software-locked Tesla Model S/X, univeral charger, Acura ZDX, 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, Seth is on vacation and it’s just me, Fred, so we are going to discuss EV news as usual, but we are also going to make the episode more interactive by taking more questions from you, the audience.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing a special time of 10 a.m ET.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla launches new Model S and Model X with shorter range and cheaper prices
Tesla’s new Models S and X have the same battery pack but with software-locked capacity
Tesla spotted shipping Cybertrucks by the truckload, some for crash tests
Tesla launches new ‘universal wall connector’ that puts the charging world on notice
Tesla says it will build new ‘1st of its kind’ data centers
Tesla wants to launch an in-house rental service
Tesla Electric customers came out of Texas heatwave with an extra $100 in their pockets
Texas officially forces Tesla’s NACS on charging stations to get access to $400 million in subsidies
Acura finally joins the EV ethos, unveils ZDX with competitive range, hands-free driving
Ford and SK announce new massive battery cathode factory in Quebec’s battery valley
Jaguar is scrapping the I-Pace as part of its EV revamp, electric 4-door GT due 2024
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaWDZ4imRtY
51 min
August 11, 2023Tesla news, Rivian earnings, Cadillac Escalade IQ, 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, Seth is on vacation and it’s just me, Fred, so we are going to discuss EV news as usual, but we are also going to make the episode more interactive by taking more questions from you, the audience.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla issues license to Volex to build NACS connector
Tesla (TSLA) announces departure of its long-time CFO
Tesla hires new manufacturing executive to lead elusive Giga Nevada expansion
Tesla poaches top manufacturing executive from Bosch
Tesla vehicles get added to $4,000 used EV credit, if you can find one under $25,000
Tesla looks like it will finally break ground at Gigafactory Mexico
Cadillac unveils sleek, all-electric ESCALADE IQ with a big battery, big range, and a price tag to match
Rivian Q2 earnings: raised guidance plus EV margins improved by 50%
Lucid Air Sapphire final specs unveiled with over 1,200 hp, 0 to 60 mph in 1.89 seconds
Ford delays electric Explorer launch until next summer
Proterra becomes the latest EV innovator to file for bankruptcy protection
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndIHR4LEiWU
1 hr 1 min
August 04, 2023Special episode, come discuss the latest EV news with me
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, Seth is on vacation and it's just me, Fred, and since it's a slower news week, we are making it a more interactive special episode to talk with Electrek community members about the latest EV news.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla restarts deploying Magic Dock adapters at Superchargers in the US
Tesla appears to be about to launch next-gen Model 3
Tesla officially acquires wireless charging startup
Tesla’s range being exposed is already leading to a class action lawsuit
Pepsico explains how it uses Tesla Semi electric trucks in glimpse of the future of trucking
2024 Chevy Blazer EV prices and range revealed, starting at $57K with as much as 320 miles range
Fisker unveils Ronin: an electric convertible to compete with Tesla Roadster
Fisker shows its upcoming PEAR small SUV, at optimistic $30K base price
Fisker unveils Alaska, a small electric truck for $45K, reservations open now
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://youtu.be/xCvMeaPUKJ0
1 hr 8 min
July 28, 2023Tesla range exposed, Bolt EV making a comeback, Miata going electric, 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 range getting exposed, Bolt EV making a comeback, Miata going electric, and more.
We are heading back to Munich for the IAA Mobility Show 2023 September 5th – 10th as both Media sponsors and attendees. If you want to see the latest in automobiles and mobility first hand, you should pick up some tickets and join us.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla vastly overstates its vehicles’ range, report states
Disapproval of Elon Musk is top reason Tesla owners are selling, survey says
Tesla finally confirms Supercharger V4 has 350 kW output
Tesla now outsells Toyota in California
Tesla to use tribal land loophole to finally operate in Connecticut
Closer look at Tesla’s strange Cybertruck with Ford F-150 wrap
Join us again at IAA Mobility show in Munich September 5th – 10th
GM confirms Ultium-based Chevy Bolt EV is coming, beats Q2 estimates
Honda teases a new electric sports car coming later this year
Volkswagen Group expands ties in China, investing millions in XPeng Motors to co-develop EVs
We’re finally getting an ‘electrified’ Miata in 2026
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ7eHB4AzNI
1 hr 21 min
July 21, 2023Tesla Cybertruck update, TSLA earnings, F150 Lightning price cut, 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 Cybertruck update, the TSLA earnings, Ford slashing the price of the F150 Lightning, and more.
Sponsored by Pedego: For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla (TSLA) releases Q2 2023 results: beat on both revenue and earnings
Tesla has built ‘first Cybertruck’ at Giga Texas
Tesla gives update on Cybertruck, claims first sub-19 ft pickup with 4 doors & 6+ ft bed
Tesla reveals Cybertruck seats in butt robot video
Tesla Cybertruck with new darker camouflage wrap spotted
Tesla (TSLA) delivers wild amount of energy storage again, but solar is down bad
Tesla to allow FSD owners to transfer to new car, but only for next 2 months
Elon Musk confirms Tesla is in ‘early’ talk to license self-driving tech to ‘major’ automaker
Tesla (TSLA) stock crashes on anticipated lower production and a ‘real’ recall
Tesla appears ready to take Bitcoin payments again
Tesla CyberCanopy: Is it a new Tesla product?
Elon Musk and other Tesla board members agree to return over $735 million in stock and cash
Ford F-150 Lightning gets $10K price cut, $50K MSRP as ramping supply meets demand
Nissan is the first Japanese automaker to adopt Tesla’s NACS for its EVs
Volvo is pushing back EX90 production again, here’s when we can expect the electric SUV
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=My__BycblQI
1 hr 16 min
July 14, 2023Tesla people-mover leaks, Cybertruck body, Elon AI startup, 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 leaked video of the Tesla people-mover, the Cybertruck body, Elon Musk's AI startup, and more.
Sponsored by Pedego: For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Video of new Tesla people-mover vehicle allegedly leaks
Tesla tells EPA US could go all-electric by 2030, would settle for 69% of new sales
Tesla releases self-serving warning about ‘likely’ reduced tax credit on its EVs next year
Tesla Cybertruck bodies-in-white picture leaks from Gigafactory Texas
Tesla aims to produce a ~$24,000 electric car in India, report says
Tesla leads large drop in used electric car value, Model 3 down 30%
Elon Musk launches new AI startup, says will work closely with Tesla
Republicans try to stop military’s electrification with mind-bogglingly dumb proposals
First Chevy Blazer EV en route to the US as GM ramps production to 65 units per hour
Porsche Taycan EV sales fall in the first half of the year – are the alarm bells going off?
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhTOJht3TJU
1 hr 3 min
July 07, 2023Podcast: EV deliveries from Tesla to Fisker, Optimus in stores, FSD value, 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 EV deliveries from all automakers from Tesla to Fisker, Optimus robots being used in stores, FSD value, and more.
Sponsored by Pedego: For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Mercedes-Benz adopts Tesla’s NACS, first German automaker to do so
Tesla (TSLA) crushes expectations with deliveries of 466,000 EVs
Tesla adds cash discount on Model 3/Y through referral program to boost sales
Tesla changes its standard color, now Midnight Silver
Tesla to use Optimus robot in stores to help sales
Tesla is valuing Full Self-Driving high only when it’s convenient
Elon Musk believes Tesla will have ‘level 4 or 5’ self-driving this year – what does that mean?
Over a dozen EV automakers, including Tesla and NIO pledge to avoid further price wars in China
Chevy Bolt EV carried GM’s electric sales in Q2, but they are still falling overall
Rivian (RIVN) shatters Q2 delivery estimates, stock pops over 13%
Ford’s EV sales slip in Q2 despite stronger F-150 Lightning performance
Polestar (PSNY) stock spikes after reporting strong Q2 2023 deliveries
Fisker (FSR) falls short of Q2 target despite over 1K Ocean electric SUVs produced
Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix 2023 wrap up
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fH4mI7LziW0
1 hr 20 min
June 30, 2023Tesla NACS continues takeover, new Model 3 battery, Nikola defect, 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 NACS'd continued takeover, a new Model 3 battery, a defect in Nikola's Romeo battery, and more.
Sponsored by Pedego: For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Electrek Formula Sun Gran Prix is off to a hot start, join us in Topeka
NACS takeover
SAE is standardizing NACS – making it less dependent on Tesla
Volvo joins Tesla’s NACS, will adopt the connector on future EVs
Polestar (PSNY) is the latest EV maker to adopt Tesla’s NACS
Volkswagen is in talks with Tesla to adopt NACS connector
ChargePoint joins Tesla’s NACS, will offer connector on new and existing stations
Electrify America, Blink to add Tesla’s NACS connector to their EV chargers
First electric motorcycle maker signs on to Tesla’s NACS charging network
Tesla’s new Model 3 is rumored to feature new CATL M3P LFP cells for longer range
Tesla starts running ads
Tesla gives new owners in the UK a grabbing stick after forcing them to get left-hand-drive
Tesla (TSLA) is expected to report record deliveries
First sellable Chevy Blazer EV rolls off the production line at GM’s Ramos Arizpe plant
GM Energy launches Ultium Home charging with 3 bundles, vehicle-to-home capabilities
GM unveils Hummer EV-based military vehicle – going full circle
Nikola had major defect in its Romeo battery, may have caused truck fire
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2zopOlulCI
1 hr 17 min
June 23, 2023Podcast: Tesla goes wireless, Rivian joins NACS+reinvents itself, Dojo saves the day? 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 going into wireless charging, Rivian joining NACS, Dojo saving FSD? And more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Rivian latest to climb aboard the NACS hype train, will offer Tesla Supercharger access to drivers
As pickup competitors loom, Rivian turns to family fun SUVs and lower costs
Tesla discounts Model S/X $8,000, plus 3 years of free Supercharging in end-of-quarter push
Tesla is looking to acquire wireless charging startup
Tesla Dojo supercomputer is finally coming next month
Tesla Model 3 refresh is rumored to feature steer-by-wire, RGB lights, and more
Tesla Cybertruck lands in New Zealand for final winter testing
Tesla announces it produced 10 million 4680 battery cells at Giga Texas
Tesla has the top 4 most American-made cars, only American automaker in top 10
Cadillac teases electric Escalade IQ ahead of reveal (video)
Kia begins delivering its new flagship EV9 electric SUV
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gUpf_yix30
1 hr 12 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.