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April 24, 2020Tesla Model S/X Performance update, Tesla Autopilot, Nikola Motors
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a Tesla Model S/X Performance update, Tesla Autopilot update, Nikola Motors going after Tesla, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 updates Model S Performance 0-60 mph acceleration to 2.3 seconds
Tesla claims 3x improved thermal endurance in Model S/X performance update
Tesla drops a bunch of new Autopilot data, 3 billion miles and more
Tesla releases impressive videos of cars avoiding running over pedestrians
Tesla patents a new electrode for its 1-million-mile battery
Elon Musk hypes up Tesla smart home HVAC, hints at Cybertruck feature
Tesla Semi design lawsuit moves forward, Nikola Motors keeps looking weaker
Electric SUV startup tries to collect $140,000 deposits with dubious 700-mile range claim
Ford unveils Electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400, will ‘crush 1/4 mile in ~8 sec’
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/zxZQwIJWK0U
50 min
April 17, 2020Tesla Cybertruck news, new paint options, Ford EV charging network
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a bunch of Tesla Cybertruck news, new Tesla advanced paint options, and a possible Ford EV charging network.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 Cybertruck: Elon Musk reveals ‘biggest change’ to the electric pickup
Tesla Cybertruck Gigafactory: Missouri dangles $1 billion in incentives in formal bid for the plant
Elon Musk: Tesla Cybertruck will have updated dynamic suspension to ‘kick butt’ in Baja
Tesla is still getting tons of Cybertruck orders months after electric pickup unveiling
Elon Musk: Tesla Cybertruck will have to be wrapped for different colors and patterns
Tesla to have new multi-layered paints for Model Y with ‘most-advanced paint shop’ at Giga Berlin
Tesla issues strong ‘Beta’ warning for new traffic light and stop sign feature
Tesla releases new feature to charge your car with Powerwall during power outages
Tesla wins monetary settlement in lawsuit over self-driving car startup Zoox stealing secrets
Lucid releases new pictures of its EV factory- starting to look like something
The less pricey but still incredible Porsche Taycan 4S EV hits US dealerships
Ford files trademark for EV charging network with dumbest name
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/XmRjFtQNFy8
1 hr 10 min
April 10, 2020Tesla battery day delay, Tesla Cybertruck, Full Self-Driving
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla 'battery day' being delay, Tesla Cybertruck new, Full Self-Driving news, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 announces pay cuts, furloughs, and aims to get back to production by May 4
Musk says Tesla ‘battery day’ will be mid-May… maybe
Tesla ‘Plaid’ Cybertruck electric pickup is Elon Musk’s new favorite Tesla vehicle
Elon Musk: Tesla is going to ‘simplify’ Plaid tri-motor upgrade, ‘was getting too complex’
Tesla Cybertruck might have a ladder rack based on newly found render, making workers happy
Tesla prepares to increase the price of ‘Full Self-Driving’ again with new features
Tesla launches discontinued Model 3 Long Range RWD as made-in-China car
Tesla is making improvements to Fremont factory — increasing Model Y production capacity
Tesla Model Y third-row seat might make more sense rear-facing — what do you think?
Elon Musk links Tesla Model Y release in Europe to Gigafactory Berlin
Tesla gets in trouble for using HAL 9000 for Sentry Mode, switching to Portal turret
Tesla is working on something called ‘Cheetah stance’ for the perfect launch
Rivian will likely push first deliveries of its electric vehicles into 2021
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/63AttnLp4vs
1 hr 9 min
April 03, 2020Tesla Q1 2020 numbers, Tesla Autopilot in traffic lights, Solar roof
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's Q1 2020 delivery and production numbers, Tesla Autopilot navigating traffic lights, new Solar roof information, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 beats delivery expectations with over 88,000 cars — ‘best first quarter ever’
Watch Tesla Autopilot automatically stop at red light for the first time
Tesla self-driving traffic light and stop-sign interaction explained in leaked manual
Tesla Model Y has a more powerful powertrain than Model 3, test shows
First Tesla Model Y teardown: Here’s what we are learning
Tesla Model Y teardown: wiring and body casting impress expert
Tesla releases Dashcam Viewer software update, allows TeslaCam, Sentry Mode viewing in car
First look at Tesla’s biggest solar roof installation yet — it’s massive
First look at Tesla Solarglass Roof owner’s manual, Tesla Gateway, and more
Tesla bids to deploy one of the biggest batteries in the world with 244 Megapacks in Hawaii
Tesla reveals insane $172,000 Powerpack price and here’s why it makes sense
Trump set to gut mileage standards, an attack on electric cars
Toyota launches new electric car company with BYD
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/3s3Jx-uC380
1 hr 9 min
March 27, 2020Tesla smart home HVAC?, Model Y's best engineering, Tesla Semi
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's possible smart home HVAC system, Model Y's best engineering, Tesla Semi coming back from winter testing, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 furloughs employees due to drop in demand amid crisis
Tesla confirms two employees tested positive for COVID-19
Tesla smart home HVAC: Elon Musk considers the new product again
Elon Musk: Tesla Model Y heat pump is some of the best engineering I’ve seen in a while
Tesla Model Y: detailer points out paint defects on brand new electric SUV
Tesla Model Y is equipped with a radar heater to weather-proof Autopilot/Self-Driving
Watch Tesla Autopilot automatically stop at red light for the first time
Tesla introduces several new car delivery options
Tesla Semi electric truck spotted coming back from winter testing ahead of production
GM discounts Chevy Bolt EV electric car up to $10,000 for limited time
Polestar begins production of its EV, thanks to China’s virus-fighting measures
First US cities see $1 gas price, still pricier than powering an EV
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://youtu.be/MIhXOO9ZpAM
1 hr 5 min
March 20, 2020Tesla and EV factory shutdowns, Cybertruck Gigafactory, solar roof tiles
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla and EV factories are shutting down due to coronavirus, Cybertruck Gigafactory is attracting incentive offers, solar roof tile production ramp-up and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 appears to defy Bay Area shutdown, plans to operate Fremont factory
Elon Musk says ‘coronavirus panic is worse than virus itself’ in email to Tesla employees
Tesla Fremont factory will operate with 1/4 of workforce after negotiation with Sheriff’s Office
Tesla announces factory shutdown starting on March 24
Tesla is strong enough to weather several months of near shutdown of operations, analyst says
Tesla is going to use factory shutdowns to do upgrades and improve production
Tesla starts offering ‘no-touch’ service by remotely unlocking car to mobile technician
Tesla makes thousands of electric cars available in inventory – here’s why this is important
Tesla Cybertruck Gigafactory: Missouri offers land and incentive package in race for factory
Tesla Cybertruck Gigafactory: Oklahoma pulls out all the memes to convince Elon Musk
Tesla achieves solar roof production of 1,000 per week, but can they install them?
GM, Tesla, Ford offer to make ventilators to soothe coronavirus shortages
VW ID.3: thousands of electric cars spotted being stockpiled in Germany
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://youtu.be/9p8bgaIJgyc
49 min
March 13, 2020Tesla Cybertruck Gigafactory, Tesla Model Y, 1 million electric cars
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Cybertruck Gigafactory, Tesla Model Y deliveries, 1 million Tesla electric cars, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 plans to build the Cybertruck in ‘central USA’ — possibly Texas?
Tesla Cybertruck Gigafactory: Nashville in the running, Elon is looking for ‘incentives, workforce, and more’
Tesla gets ready to deliver Model Y, adds new configuration
Tesla increases Model Y range by 1 mile, EPA rating needed to deliver
Tesla Model Y: New pictures reveal secret compartment and great interior look
Tesla produces its 1 millionth electric car
Tesla withdraws US employees working on Gigafactory Berlin over coronavirus concerns, report says
Lexus dealer spams Tesla owners: ‘You’ve had your fun, now it’s time for zero compromise’
BMW cancels plan to launch iX3 electric SUV in the US
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://youtu.be/-zhkQDtWnT0
31 min
March 06, 2020GM EV day, Tesla Track package, MCU2 upgrade
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including GM's EV day, Tesla launching its new Track package and Track Mode, the new MCU2 upgrade, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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:
GM EV news hub: EV platform, Bolt EV, EUV, Cadillac electric, and more
GM reveals 10 new production EVs all at once, with range up to 400 miles
Chevy Bolt EUV announced with Supercruise, longer wheelbase, and improved design
2021 Chevy Bolt revealed — significant redesign and your requests answered
Cadillac Lyriq: GM’s first next-gen electric SUV built on new modular EV platform
I saw all of GM’s upcoming electric vehicles: EV Hummers, huge Cadillacs, new Bolts E/UVs — AMA at 7 p.m. ET
Tesla starts shipping Model Y truckloads out of the factory
Tesla launches $5,500 ‘Model 3 Track Package’ with new wheels, brakes and more
Tesla releases new software update with improved regen braking, new Track Mode, and more
Tesla officially starts offering $2,500 infotainment upgrade
Tesla Cybertruck is already boosting sales, keeping momentum without tax credit
BMW unveils i4 electric car: a stunning Gran Coupe with a massive screen
Porsche smartly copies Tesla’s ‘Destination Charging’ model, already over 1,000 stations
I bought the cheapest Tesla Model X ever: $30,000 electric SUV
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://youtu.be/3lJ6CvX41rw
1 hr 3 min
February 28, 2020Tesla secret Roadrunner project, Model Y delivery confirmation, Chevy Menlo EV
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's secret Roadrunner project, Model Y delivery confirmations, the Chevy Menlo EV, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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’s secret Roadrunner project: new battery production at $100 per kWh on a massive scale
Tesla starts confirming Model Y deliveries to customers
Tesla asks Model Y buyers to change configuration to get sooner delivery, hinting at high volume
Tesla tells Model Y RWD buyers to ‘prepare for delivery’
Tesla and Panasonic end solar deal at Gigafactory New York ahead of battery event
Tesla’s massive 1GWh Megapack battery project with PG&E is approved
Drako GTE $1.2 million electric supercar: first ride and walkaround
GM launches Menlo electric car with 250 miles of range for just ~$23,000, but you probably can’t buy it
Coronavirus forces shutdown of Geneva Motor Show, but BMW i4 and other EVs will be unveiled online
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://youtu.be/zmyHvbfdSKM
1 hr 8 min
February 21, 2020Tesla 110 kWh battery pack, LFP batteries, Porsche Taycan fire
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a Tesla 110 kWh battery pack, Tesla possibly using LFP batteries, a Porsche Taycan fire, and more.
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 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 through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to Apple Podcasts 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 releases ‘Long Range Plus’ Model S/X with 390/351 mile range, new wheels
Tesla is working on new ~110 kWh battery pack for more than 400 miles of range
Tesla is looking to use cheaper cobalt-free Chinese lithium iron phosphate batteries, report says
Tesla has a giant new building next to Giga Nevada and we might know what it’s for
Tesla firmware hints at integration of Powerwall and vehicle charging
Tesla loses one of its most senior executives and Gigafactory builder
Tesla closes stock offering with $2.3 billion, stock price soars to $917
Tesla Model 3 leads industry in value retention, barely loses any value after a year
Porsche Taycan caught on fire — burning down a garage in Florida
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtWVhH3uumE&feature=youtu.be
51 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.