Electrek

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December 17, 2021Rivian EV of year / first earnings, Hyundai Ioniq 5 price, Hummer EV deliveries, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a bunch of Rivian news through its first earnings report and it being named Electrek's vehicle of the year, Hyundai announcing Ioniq 5 price, first Hummer EV deliveries, and more. (NOTE for those watching live, we'll be an hour early).
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 today:
The Rivian R1T is Electrek’s 2021 vehicle of the year
Rivian confirms first R1S electric SUV deliveries, lost $1.2 billion last quarter
Rivian announces a new $5 billion electric vehicle factory in Georgia
Hyundai shares Ioniq 5 pricing alongside new Standard Range trim available under $40k
Kia EV6 receives EPA rating: Up to 310 miles of range on a single charge
GM announces GMC Electric Sierra Denali pickup truck, releases teaser
Toyota teases electric pickup truck in new battery-electric vehicle plan
John Deere buys Kreisel Electric, plans to electrify its lineup
Tesla Model S prototype spotted with new charge port and taillights
Elon Musk: Tesla plans to invest over $10 billion in Gigafactory Texas, employ 20,000 workers
Senate expected to pause Build Back Better bill, revised EV tax credits remain in limbo
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/AZutZfRao5s
1 hr 4 min
December 10, 2021New Tesla Cybertruck spotted, Model 3/Y update, Toyota battery factory, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a new Tesla Cybertruck prototype being spotted, an update to the Model 3 and Model Y, Toyota announcing a new battery factory in the US, and more.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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 Cybertruck with updated design spotted on test track
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y new features and changes leak through test program
Tesla doubles down on system to prevent gas cars ‘ICEing’ Superchargers, integrates it in its app
Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders outside North America
Tesla is selling fleet of hundreds of Model 3 electric cars to New York City
US Senate is considering changes to extra $4,500 incentive for electric vehicles built at union factories
Elon Musk calls for Senate not to pass the Build Back Better Act: ‘Tesla doesn’t need the $7,500’
Toyota to build battery factory for electric vehicles in North Carolina
Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets impressive EPA range of over 300 miles
VW confirms plans for ID California electric camper van
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/5TxLwVUBv-M
59 min
December 03, 2021Tesla Cybertruck update, Cyberquad, Nissan's new electrification plan, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla giving an update on the Cybertruck, the Cyberquad for kids, Nissan's new electrification plan, and more.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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 updates Cybertruck with 4 motors, 4-wheel steering, and ‘crab mode’
Tesla Cybertruck will have yoke steering wheel, Elon Musk says will be a ‘tech bandwagon’
Tesla launches ‘Cyberquad for Kids,’ shipping begins in 2-4 weeks
Tesla’s center display is showing massive performance improvement with new AMD chip
Tesla releases new footage of auto labeling tool for its self-driving effort
Tesla announces it has officially moved its headquarters next to Gigafactory Texas
Elon Musk tells Tesla (TSLA) employees to worry more about cost than delivery wave this quarter
Nissan unveils ‘Ambition 2030’ electric car plan – are they finally coming back to EVs?
Toyota partners with BYD to build affordable $30,000 electric car
Stellantis CEO complains about being forced to make EVs and not knowing how to profit from them
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/2TCbQUiREv8
1 hr 19 min
November 26, 2021 Tesla's ultimatum, Full Self-Driving 10.5, Mercedes-Benz EQB, more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's new ultimatum to people delaying orders, Tesla's Full Self-Driving 10.5 update, Mercedes-Benz EQB pricing, and more.
Need more Electrek in your life? Subscribe to the Electrek Daily here.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsCastroRSS
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) sends ultimatum to buyers who keep delaying deliveriesTesla files for Gigafactory Texas approval, reveals budget for first phaseTesla increases prices globally as supply chain issues persistTesla releases new Full Self-Driving Beta 10.5 update with interesting new featuresTesla asks Full Self-Driving Beta drivers to accept being recorded in case of a crash or ‘safety risk’Tesla unveils $20,000 Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit for Model S PlaidTesla withdraws application for $1B in subsidies for German factory, Musk implies they don’t want itRivian R1S and R1T customers get their delivery windows: as early as March 2022Mercedes-Benz launches EQB electric SUV for ~$50,000Mercedes-Benz teases upcoming hyper-efficient electric car with over 1,000 km (620 miles) of range
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/4v7g8A7tRD0
56 min
November 19, 2021LA Auto Show report, Tesla phantom braking problem, EV incentives, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including our reported from the LA Auto Show, Tesla's phantom braking problem, EV incentive update, and more.
Need more Electrek in your life? Subscribe to the Electrek Daily here.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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:
Porsche launches new GTS versions of the Taycan electric car
Nissan launches Ariya electric crossover for $46K in the US
Kia and Hyundai preview upcoming electric SUVs
GM promised 20 new EVs by 2023. They brought zero to the LA Auto Show
GM rolls out software update limiting Chevy Bolt EV charge to 80%, but removes parking restrictions
Fisker officially unveils Ocean SUV in three price tiers and lots of unique features
Joe Biden gives GM CEO Mary Barra credit for ‘electrifying the entire auto industry,’ but he’s wrong
Tesla Semi gets out for a quick charge at Megacharger amid important visit
Tesla has a serious phantom braking problem in Autopilot
Tesla Model S/X deliveries slip all the way to 2023 for cheapest version
Tesla (TSLA) announces it has now installed 250,000 Powerwalls
‘Build Back Better Act’ passes House, EV tax credit faces US Senate next
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/mrY4GOORSDI
1 hr 15 min
November 12, 2021Elon Musk selling Tesla (TSLA), Tesla Semi news, Rivian goes public, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Elon Musk selling part of his stake in Tesla (TSLA), some Tesla Semi news, Rivian going public, and more.
Need more Electrek in your life? Subscribe to the Electrek Daily here.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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:
Elon Musk says he will sell $24 billion of Tesla (TSLA) stock if Twitter votes for it
Tesla (TSLA) confirms Elon Musk has sold roughly $5 billion worth of stocks so far, likely to keep going
Tesla increases Model Y prices again as new incentives are coming
Tesla releases new software update that finally adds waypoints to navigation
Tesla is in talks with Quebec govt amid multi-billion investment into battery production
Tesla Supercharger network reaches new milestone: 30,000 chargers worldwide
Rivian (RIVN) goes public at $77 billion valuation, aims to reach 1 million EV volume by 2030
Subaru unveils Solterra: Electric SUV with a range of ~250 miles
Countries and automakers agree to go all-electric by 2040 in weak new goal set at COP26
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/0cQNtQiegE4
1 hr 2 min
November 05, 2021Tesla opens Supercharger network to other EVs, Model 3/Y price & range update, VW CEO troubles, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla openning the Supercharger network to other EVs, a new Model 3 and Model Y price and range update, VW CEO being in trouble with his workforce, and more.
Need more Electrek in Your life? Subscribe to the Electrek Daily here.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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:
First Tesla Superchargers for other automakers begin service, higher fees and membership offered
Tesla increases Model 3 and Model Y ranges with 2022 model year
Tesla increases Model 3 and Model Y prices across the board again, adds new standard paint
Tesla launches new solar roof tiles with more power, higher efficiency
Tesla launches a new home charger that works with all electric cars
Elon Musk puts a stop to Tesla’s (TSLA) rally, says Hertz deal is not signed and not a big deal
Tesla and Hertz reportedly have a disagreement over how fast Tesla can deliver 100,000 electric cars
Tesla integrates Tidal app in-car, adds cold weather improvements and more in new update
Tesla launches new ‘financial leasing’ product to buy cars with 0% down payment
VW CEO is facing a no-confidence vote after telling the truth about the need to go electric fast
VW CEO explains why it needs to be more like Tesla: Giga Berlin will produce 90 cars/hour on 1 line
VW expands its electric vehicle offerings with the ID.5 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://youtu.be/v4bLE52ZzMk
1 hr 11 min
October 29, 2021Hertz orders a ton of Tesla cars, TSLA is worth a trillion, Toyota unveils its first BEV, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Hertz's order of up to 200,000 Tesla cars, TSLA being worth a trillion, Toyota's unveiling of its first BEV, and more.
Need more Electrek in Your life? Subscribe to the Electrek Daily here.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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:
Hertz orders 100,000 Teslas, the single-largest EV purchase ever, with Tom Brady campaign
Elon Musk confirms Tesla didn’t give Hertz discount on 100k EV order, questions TSLA surge over it
Uber drivers are going to have access to 50,000 Tesla vehicles for rent through Hertz
Tesla order could double to 200,000 Model 3s to satisfy deal with Uber, says Hertz CEO
Tesla (TSLA) reaches $1 trillion valuation
Tesla’s upcoming new car paint colors revealed in its app update
Tesla launches remote sentry mode live view as new premium connectivity feature
First look at Tesla’s Sentry Mode live view that lets you scare people away with voice modifier
Elon Musk announces Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta 10.4 update as rollout slows down
Panasonic unveils its Tesla 4680 battery cell, production to start next year
$12,500 electric vehicle incentive survives Biden’s updated ‘Build Back Better’ proposal
Toyota unveils its first all-electric car: the bZ4X, an electric SUV packed with cool features
Lucid announces start of Air electric sedan deliveries on October 30
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=u78Gw9hDVPg&feature=youtu.be
59 min
October 22, 2021Tesla record earnings, new Cybertruck prototype, Tesla Twitter goes after new NTHSA advisor, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's record earnings, a new Cybertruck prototype, Tesla Twitter going after a new NTHSA advisor, and more.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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 2021 results: delivers on high expectations
Tesla achieves annual run rate of 1 million electric cars – incredible milestone
Tesla announces plans to triple the size of Supercharger network within 2 years
Tesla is moving Model 3 Standard Range to LFP cells in Fremont, wants cell production closer
Tesla is back to a full vehicle lineup, but delivery timelines slip up to almost a year
Tesla expects more clarity on Model X next month
New Tesla Cybertruck prototype spotted with mirrors, possible rear wheel steering
Tesla confirms new Cybertruck prototypes, gives hope on its timeline
Tesla Twitter tries to ‘cancel’ Biden’s NHTSA safety adviser over criticism of Autopilot / FSD Beta
Tesla Autopilot 2.0 owners need a camera upgrade before getting ‘Full Self-Driving Beta’
Interview: Shell Greenlots COO Tannaz Banisadre talks Plug and Charge, bringing 500,000 charging stations online
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/qDj1LZnD_z4
1 hr 8 min
October 15, 2021Tesla Gigafactory Berlin, Tesla Cybertruck, first Megacharger, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including an interview with David who attended "Giga Fest" at Tesla Gigafactory Berlin, Tesla updating Cybertruck details and specs, the first Tesla Megacharger station, and more.
Sponsored by Electrify America: Discover all the new and innovative ways that Electrify America is providing freedom for electric vehicle drivers at ElectrifyAmerica.com.
The show is back 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 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 Gigafest Berlin on the ground [Gallery]
Tesla unveils new structural battery pack with 4680 cells in Gigafactory Berlin tour
Tesla removes Cybertruck specs and prices from its website
Tesla is deploying the first Megacharger to charge its Tesla Semi electric truck
Tesla officially starts its ‘wider release’ of Full Self-Driving Beta in the US
Tesla pushes ‘Full Self-Driving Beta’ to investor with poor ‘safety score’ while requiring perfect score from others
Tesla unveils its new crash safety tech based on collecting real-world data
Tesla app update adds widgets, Powerwall features, hints at remote live view from Autopilot cameras
Tesla cofounder JB Straubel sends warning to automakers going all-electric: ‘Do the supply chain math’
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/iNo5AsOlG4A
1 hr 4 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.