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March 15, 2019Tesla Model Y unveiling, Autopilot prices
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla unveiling Model Y to mixed reviews, Autopilot price controversy, and more.
Support our show!
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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 unveils Model Y electric SUV with 300 miles range and 7-seats
Tesla unveils design of Gigafactory 3 in Shanghai, announces ambitious capacity
Tesla Model Y: a great electric crossover with questionable rush to open orders
Tesla increases Model 3 range through software update
Tesla Model 3 takes over Europe
Tesla lays off almost half its global recruiting team in attempt to cut costs
Tesla is bringing Autopilot prices ‘back to normal’, Elon Musk admits mistake
Tesla tuner develops Model 3 mods to improve drag, efficiency, and range
VW ID all-electric hatchback pre-orders open May 8, production version comes in September
Rivian patents modular box system for its R1T electric pickup truck
Fisker to unveil ~$40,000 all-electric car
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_jJ3hy_Q80
1 hr 1 min
March 08, 2019Tesla Supercharger V3, Tesla's insane mode transition, price change blowback
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's new V3 Supercharger, Tesla's insane mode sales transition, owner blowback regarding price changes, and more.
Support our show!
This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies.
The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 launches new Supercharger with 1,000 mph charging, better efficiency, and more
Tesla owners literally protest over drastic price cuts
Tesla is closing a first wave of stores starting today
Tesla told to stop listing Model 3 prices ‘after gas savings’ in Germany, should they do it globally?
Tesla Model 3 design flaw results in sand and water getting stuck in underbody
Tesla produces first batch of standard Model 3 vehicles
Tesla shouldn’t reach volume Model 3 standard battery pack production until ‘mid-year’, says Musk
Tesla updates self-driving language, creates confusion and walks back features
Audi unveils small electric Q4 e-tron SUV with 280 miles of range
Mercedes-Benz unveils EQV all-electric minivan with almost 250 miles of range
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC3Ot0wEmNk
1 hr 1 min
March 01, 2019Tesla delivers promised $35,000 Model 3 - but at a cost, and more craziness
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week we are going to mainly focus on the biggest story; the launch of the base $35,000, and all the craziness that came with it, but we will also discuss the new Nissan Leaf Plus, and more.
Support our show!
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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 finally launches base Model 3 for $35,000 with shorter range and new interior
Tesla changes entire sales strategy, makes sales online-only, closes stores w/layoffs
Tesla says ‘Automatic driving on city streets’ including responding to traffic lights/stop signs coming this year
Tesla releases new Model S battery pack, makes massive price drop, kills base Model X pack
Elon Musk says Tesla unlikely to be profitable this quarter, TSLA stock falls
Tesla (TSLA) stock regains as SEC overreach claimed on Elon Musk tweet ‘contempt’
VW admits Tesla has advantage with EV because they don’t have to protect gas car business
Nissan LEAF Plus first drive review: more of a good thing
The Nissan Leaf Plus starts at $36,550
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BbDnU81srQ
57 min
February 22, 2019Tesla Model 3 $35,000 scare, Model 3 leasing, EV efficiency test
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla scaring reservation holders by removing mention of $35,000 base Model 3, Tesla preparing Model 3 leasing, an interesting EV efficiency test, and more.
Support our show!
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.
This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies.
The show is live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 removes any mention of standard Model 3 battery from website – fans panic
Tesla is preparing to offer Model 3 leasing to boost demand
Tesla’s incredible efficiency lead is becoming clear with range test against Audi e-tron and Jaguar I-Pace
Tesla’s Self-Driving system is coming by the end of the year but will require driver oversight, says Elon Musk
Tesla Sentry Mode: Interesting new details
Tesla is a top priority for automakers, says BMW dealer who admits Model 3 is affecting sales
Tesla Powerwall captures majority of mindshare in home battery market but can’t deliver, report says
Rivian patents “removable auxiliary battery” for its R1T electric pickup truck
China’s Kandi announces US approval to sell EX3 and K22 EVs, stock up 40%
Mercedes-Benz reportedly delays EQC electric SUV volume deliveries to November
LG reportedly threaten to cut VW’s battery cell supply for EVs over gigafactory plans
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIeOg2aaXvI
1 hr 3 min
February 15, 2019Tesla launches Sentry Mode and Dog Mode, Porsche Taycan
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla releasing several software updates like Sentry Mode and Dog Mode, Porsche Taycan sightings, and more.
Support our show!
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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 launches new Sentry Mode to ‘protect against break-ins and theft’
First look at Tesla’s Sentry Mode with Space Odyssey AI Easter egg
Tesla releases ‘Dog Mode’ to keep your puppies safe and cool inside their cars
Tesla releases new software update with blind spot warning and auto-folding mirrors
Tesla ends contract to prepare Model 3 for delivery in Europe a week after first ship
Tesla reports no autonomous miles in California again – what does it mean for ‘full self-driving’?
Tesla Model 3 cost surprised Porsche and Audi after reverse-engineering
Porsche Taycan’s frunk and automatic charge port spotted on prototype
Porsche Taycan prototypes spotted winter testing, huge performance brake revealed
Electric pickup truck startup Rivian confirms $700 million round of funding led by Amazon
Mercedes-Benz says its first electric EQC SUV is already sold out for the year
Audi unveils design of Q4 e-tron – a new all-electric compact SUV
Toyota produces shameful anti-electric vehicle ad to sell Corolla hybrid
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFe0BtRhuHw
1 hr 2 min
February 08, 2019Tesla buys new battery tech, Model 3 price reduction, Europe launch
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla buying a new battery technology, Model 3 price reduction, the Model 3 European launch, and more.
Support our show!
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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 acquires ultracapacitor and battery manufacturer for over $200 million
Tesla’s newly acquired battery tech could result in more power, longer range, and more durability
Tesla reduces Model 3 price, now starts at $42,900 before incentives
Tesla Model 3 comes to Europe with first massive shipment arriving at Zeebrugge port
Tesla starts Model 3 deliveries in Europe, with some delays
Tesla Model 3 reaches new record charge rate of 126 kW – faster on CCS than Superchargers
Tesla is setting up casting lines in Gigafactory 1 ahead of Model Y production
Tesla reopens Amazon store again after weird launch [Updated]
Tesla reaches deal with Electrify America to deploy Powerpacks at over 100 charging stations
Study shows electric cars lose 41% of range in ‘icy temperature’, Tesla disputes the claim
Republican senators push new bill to kill electric vehicle tax credit completely and add new EV tax
Volkswagen wants other automakers to use its MEB electric platform
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qr6NOz-gDj8
1 hr 1 min
February 01, 2019Tesla (TSLA) earnings, new software-locked battery, Kia Niro EV
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's Q4 earnings, Tesla's new software-locked battery pack, the Kia Niro 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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 (TSLA) releases Q4 results: beat on revenue – deliver a little lower on profit
Tesla wants Model Y to reach volume production ‘likely’ at Gigafactory 1 next year
Tesla Model 3 update: production gets more efficient, 10k/wk and China by end of 2019
Tesla Pickup truck may be unveiled this summer, says CEO Elon Musk
Tesla is ramping up ambitious self-driving push in 2019
Tesla CFO Deepak Ahuja retires again, Zach Kirkhorn to replace
Tesla launches new cheaper Model S and Model X with software-limited battery pack
Tesla Model 3 Performance gets put to the test on race track at new ‘Tesla Corsa’ event
Tesla officially launches Model 3 in China, announces cheaper version coming
Tesla launches new multi-state effort against direct-sales ban
Kia Niro EV first drive: one of the most important EVs to hit the market
Hyundai reveals full Kona EV U.S. prices – starting at $36,450
Koenigsegg takes $170 million investment from NEVS, says will ramp up electrification
Porsche Taycan owners will get three years of free charging on Electrify America’s network
Audi unveils e-tron electric SUV charging pricing structure, it’s not simple or cheap
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wl4GN9MQz0
1 hr 9 min
January 25, 2019Tesla Supercharger prices, Porsche Taycan coming in a big way, electric motorcycle war
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Supercharger prices, Porsche Taycan coming in a big way, a new electric motorcycle war, and more.
Support our show!

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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 drastically increases Supercharger prices around the world
Tesla cuts Supercharger prices back down after customer backlash over increase
Tesla Model 3 receives European homologation as first batch is on its way
Tesla Model 3 tops resale value ranking, report says
Tesla Model S and Model X production most affected by layoffs, report says
Tesla is working on ‘Sentry Mode’ for 360° dashcam surveillance, says Elon Musk
Tesla reveals new self-driving Autopilot hardware 3.0 computer diagram ahead of launch
Tesla applies for series of patents for new AI chip in Autopilot Hardware 3.0
Tesla is now using more sophisticated algorithm with temperature to better predict range
Porsche plans to produce an impressive 40,000 all-electric Taycan cars per year, report says
Porsche shares more details about all-electric Taycan production version
Porsche says its EV factory walls absorb nitrogen dioxide – pollutant its cheating diesel cars were emitting
Volvo’s Polestar releases more images of its ‘Tesla Model 3 competitor’ with Google UI
Zero teases ‘first of its kind’ electric motorcycle with new image, hints at higher speed and power
Lightning Strike 150 mph & 150 mile range electric motorcycle opens pre-orders today
Honda shows new electric prototype, says ‘mass production version’ coming this year
Petro Canada starts deploying its own electric vehicle chargers at gas stations
Toyota and Panasonic confirm wide-ranging new battery partnership for electric vehicles
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjjW_Vbhbfw
57 min
January 18, 2019Tesla layoffs, referral program is dead, a few new EVs
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla announcing a round of layoffs, the end of the referral program, a few new electric vehicles are announced and unveiled, and more.
Support our show!
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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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:
TSLA profit drop in Q4, 7% workforce cut planned after growing 30% last year
Tesla will end referral program to help Model 3 cost, says Elon Musk
Tesla is giving away over 80 new Roadsters for free, which might have killed the referral program
Tesla is giving a Model 3 away to a hacker who can crack it
Tesla implements innovative way to avoid gas cars ‘ICEing’ Superchargers
Tesla vehicles targeted in series of break-ins, owners try to find solutions
Tesla launches new Wall Connector with NEMA 14-50 plug
Cadillac reveals images of the brand’s first EV, built on GM’s “BEV3” platform to challenge Tesla
GM confirms it’s moving away from hybrids to focus on all-electric
Ford confirms all-electric F-Series pickup truck coming
Ford and VW are considering partnering on electric vehicles
Audi is bringing its all-electric supercar to production to compete with new Tesla Roadster
Mercedes-Benz is planning a smaller all-electric SUV to be unveiled this year
VW is investing $800 million in US factory to build electric cars
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_TuWR2uuag
55 min
January 11, 2019Tesla battery shakeup, flying Roadster, electric Harley-Davidson
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla changing its battery pack options, a flying Tesla Roadster?, Harley-Davidson finally launching its electric Livewire motorcycle, and more.
Support our show!
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 live every Friday at 4pm 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 5pm 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 iTunes 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 is discontinuing 75 kWh battery pack for Model S and Model X
Tesla is getting ‘some regulatory pushbacks’ over new Autopilot feature, says Elon Musk
Tesla releases new safety report: more accidents but Autopilot still appear safer than humans
Massive Tesla Model 3 shipment spotted ahead of first oversea deliveries
Tesla Roadster is going to be able to hover over the ground, says Elon Musk
Tesla officially breaks ground at Gigafactory 3, Musk confirms Model Y production, and more
Harley-Davidson unveils Livewire specs and prices, shows off 3 new urban electric motorbikes
Nissan LEAF Plus is a speedy 214HP hatchback w/226 mile range, hits US in Spring
Best of CES: Harley-Davidson Livewire, Swagtron Swagcycle 2 and more
GM plans to challenge Tesla with Cadillac as its lead electric vehicle brand
Ford announces electric versions of all vehicles in Europe
Audi is going to unveil a small electric SUV to compete with Tesla Model Y
Volkswagen launches energy and charging unit to complete energy loop like Tesla Energy
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 3:30pm ET (or the video after 4:30pm ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsokXFE70Qg
1 hr 10 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.