Electrek

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April 25, 2025Electrek at Shanghai Auto Show, Tesla earnings, Slate cheap EV pickup unveiled, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Electrek seeing a ton of cool EVs at the Shanghai Auto Show, Tesla's disastrous earnings, Slate's cheap EV pickup being unveiled, and more.
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The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Here’s some of the coolest, sleekest (and furriest) EV tech we saw at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show
Tesla (TSLA) Q1 2025 financial results: missed big on already terrible expectations
Live Tesla Q1 2025 earnings transcript fact check and reaction stream
Here are all the crazy claims Elon Musk made about Tesla self-driving today
Tesla (TSLA) brings back FSD transfer, offers $2,000 loyalty discount amid demand crisis
The Tesla (TSLA) dilemma: company is cooked with Musk, but stock crashes without him
You won’t believe the repair cost of this Tesla Cybertruck after a crash with a compact sedan
Slate emerges with customizable EV pickup available for under $20k [Video]
Chevy Blazer SS EV first drive, over 600hp and 300 miles of range!
CATL unveils new EV battery that charges as fast as pumping gas
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://youtu.be/IHGlFCDXpx8
1 hr 21 min
April 18, 2025How Elon killed Tesla Model 2, global EV sales surge, and Chinese EVs keep killing it
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss how Elon Musk killed Tesla Model 2, global EV sales surging, how Chinese EVs keep killing it, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
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Overcast
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Elon Musk shut down internal Tesla analysis that showed Robotaxi would lose money
Tesla (TSLA) brand damage is destroying used car value: ‘People don’t want them anymore’
Tesla Odometergate: is it Tesla’s own Dieselgate or nothing burger?
Tesla Cybertruck is in crisis: new discounts and throttling down production
Global EV sales jump 40% in March despite tariff turmoil
ZEEKR unveils 7GT as ‘The EV that does everything’, complete with 10-minute charging and 825 km range
Bespoke British sports car manufacturer RBW EV Cars breaks ground on new US facility
Archer unveils eVTOL air taxi network with United to connect passengers to all major NYC airports
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/PcOBsbmN1uo
1 hr 14 min
April 11, 2025New Tesla Cybertruck, tariff mayhem, Lucid buys Nikola, and more
In 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 new Tesla Cybertruck RWD, more tariff mayhem, Lucid buying Nikola, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla (TSLA) surges on Trump announcing bigger tariffs on China that will destroy its energy business
Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders in China amid new tariffs
Tesla launches new Cybertruck RWD for $70,000, removes tons of cool features
Tesla quietly removes range extender battery option on Cybertruck
Tesla’s US sales are worse than what is reported, here’s more accurate data
Lucid acquires Nikola’s factory, some assets, and offer jobs to workers
BYD launches its first EVs with ultra-fast charging starting at just $30,000
BMW EVs are gaining more range this year as the 2026 iX hits an impressive 364 miles
Check out the Kia EV2: This small electric SUV has a big personality
Smartphone manufacturer Foxconn plans to bring two EV models to the US
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/mHFEKgtRRts
1 hr 5 min
April 04, 2025Tesla's disastrous deliveries, more Trump tariffs, EV delivery numbers, and more
In 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 disastrous deliveries, more Trump tariffs, EV delivery numbers, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
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Spotify
Overcast
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Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla (TSLA) announces 336,681 deliveries, far worse than expected
Tesla launches cheaper new Model Y in US and Canada
Tesla Semi suffers more delays and ‘dramatic’ price increase
Trump announces sweeping tariffs ranging from 10 to 49%, will increase cost of everything
BYD’s global EV takeover is far from over as overseas sales double to start 2025
Ford Mustang Mach-E is off to a hot start in 2025: Here’s how it stacks up against other top EVs
Rivian’s (RIVN) stock is down after EV deliveries slip in Q1: Here’s what to expect in 2025
Lucid (LCID) set another EV delivery record and the Gravity SUV is just getting started
Hyundai’s super-efficient Ioniq 6 updated with sportier look, ‘N’ model coming soon
Honda’s new electric SUV and Prelude debut on public roads for the first time [Video]
Mazda’s $20,000 Chinese EV is about to launch overseas and a new SUV is up next
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/Ps61SkwSEMM
58 min
March 28, 2025Trump's dumb auto tariffs explained, Tesla in the crosshairs, new Nissan Leaf, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Trump's dumb new auto tariffs explained, Tesla being in the crosshairs of retaliatory tariffs, the new Nissan Leaf, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Trump imposes tariffs on all car imports: here’s where all EVs available in the US come from
Elon Musk: Tesla (TSLA) is ‘not unscathed’, tariff impact is ‘significant’
Tesla is becoming a political pawn: UK considers removing it from EV incentives
Tesla is banned from Canada EV rebate program, gov freezes suspicious $43 million in rebates
67% of Americans would not consider buying a Tesla, new poll says
Tesla (TSLA) Q1 delivery consensus: 377,000 EVs – worst performance in 2 years
Meet the 2026 GMC Sierra EV: Over $25,000 cheaper and even more capable
BYD just launched the sleek Qin L EV with its new smart driving tech for under $17,000
BYD’s first ultra-luxury electric sedan launches at under $90,000: Meet the Yangwang U7
The Nissan LEAF is all grown up and better than ever: Here’s our first look at the new EV
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/pPT-UHBg79w
51 min
March 21, 2025Tesla hate goes biblical, BYD comes out swinging, Renault 5 Turbo 3E, and more
In 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 hate going biblical, BYD coming out swinging with new record charging time, the new Renault 5 Turbo 3E, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Several Tesla vehicles burned down in Las Vegas and Kansas City, arson suspected
Tesla vandalism: Trump and AG claim someone ‘coordinate and fund’ them
Tesla used car prices are falling at 3x the rest of the market
Tesla already starts to offer 0% interest on new Model Y in China – showing weak demand
Tesla recalls all Cybertrucks ever made over trim falling off
Trump’s US Commerce Secretary, who owns Tesla stocks, publicly recommends to buy TSLA
Elon tells Tesla employees not to sell TSLA stocks as board and execs are dumping
BYD confirms new 1,000V ‘Super E-Platform’ capable of fast charging 400km in 5 minutes
BYD’s cheapest EV is launching in Europe soon with a new name and more upgrades
Renault’s insane 5 Turbo 3E electric hot hatch ships in 2027, limited to 1,980 units
Korea’s first electric pickup is already in high demand, and it’s not from Hyundai or Kia
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/qPMcFrQV2yA
1 hr
March 14, 2025Trump's Tesla ad, cheaper Tesla model, Mercedes CLA EV, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Trump making an ad for Tesla, upcoming cheaper Tesla models, the unveiling of the new Mercedes CLA EV, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
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Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
US President does infomercial at White House for company owned by his biggest political donor
Trump’s Tesla commercial hasn’t helped inventory or new orders
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are on hold as trims are flying off the ‘bulletproof’ truck
Elon Musk claims Tesla will double US production in next two years, let’s do the math
Tesla Takedown movement fights back against Musk/Trump after push to label them as ‘domestic terrorists’
Tesla’s upcoming cheaper electric car is basically a stripped-down Model Y
Tesla complains about being target of retaliatory tariffs, and it was right: it’s starting
The Mercedes CLA EV is finally here and it has nearly 500 miles range: Here’s our first look
BMW gives a sneak peek at the new i3 and iX3 during final stages of testing [Video]
Toyota just gave the bZ4X the glow-up it deserves: Check out the new electric SUV
Rivian launches hands-free driving and a new ‘Rally Mode,’ but that’s not all
Jaguar’s controversial ultra-luxury EV looks fake in its first public appearance [Video]
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/DBwbEDpyEII
1 hr 2 min
March 07, 2025Tesla sales keep crashing, Cadillac Escalade IQL, Volvo ES90, IONIQ 9 unveils, and more
In 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 sales crashing, the unveiling of the Cadillac Escalade IQL, Volvo ES90, and IONIQ 9, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
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Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla (TSLA) sales crash continues in Europe, with Germany down 70%
This Chinese EV has surpassed Tesla’s Model 3, and Model Y is next
Tesla now offers discounted financing on Cybertruck as the truck turns out to be a flop
Tesla to build a new Megafactory in Texas near Houston
Tesla store gets taken over by Musk protesters, 9 people arrested
Volvo ES90 revealed: 800V beauty is midway between SUV, sedan and fastback
Cadillac Escalade too small? New, bigger $133K Escalade IQL might be the ticket
Hyundai IONIQ 9 set to shake up the SUV market with ‘game-changing’ range and a lot more
Honda Prologue upgraded with over 300 miles range, but no price change for 2025
Rivian (RIVN) confirms R2 is coming soon and will take the EV brand global
Volkswagen unveils ID. EVERY1 show car, production version set to launch around 20,000 euros
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/uvAKKw8PIdU
1 hr 3 min
February 28, 2025Kia EV Day, TSLA stock crashing, VW ID.4 surging, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss announcements made at Kia's EV Day 2025, TSLA stock crashing, VW ID.4 surging, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Kia EV Day 2025 recap: EV4 is coming to US, plus an up-close look at the EV2 and PV5 [Video]
Tesla (TSLA) stock is crashing like a ‘soufflé under a sledge hammer’ as Elon Musk predicted
Tesla announces Model S and Model X refresh later this year
Tesla can already deliver new Model Y orders within 2 weeks in China – demand problem?
Tesla applies for ride-hailing service in California, but with human drivers
Tesla protests gain momentum while the hate is dividing Tesla owners
Volkswagen ID.4 was the best-selling EV in Europe, top 3 in the US last month
Volvo’s new ES90 has lightning-fast EV charging speeds and up to 435 miles range
Meet the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, the luxury Chinese EV everyone’s talking about
Lucid (LCID) expects EV output to double in 2025 as the Gravity SUV rolls out
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET)
https://www.youtube.com/live/MmfUpZaLJ-Y
1 hr 8 min
February 21, 2025Tesla protests, Rivian earnings, Kia's new EVs, and more
In 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 protests, Rivian's earnings, Kia's new electric vehicles, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.
After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS
We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.
Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla was hit by a wave of protests over Musk, sales are crashing, insiders are waking up
Nissan turning to Tesla as potential investor after Honda deal fell through
Tesla Cybertruck is not the death machine that some claimed, gets 5-star NHTSA rating
Tesla deliveries expected to go down to levels not seen in more than 2 years
Tesla to finally launch Supercharger wait queue after fight broke out
First look at Tesla’s first ‘public’ electric semi truck charging station
Rivian (RIVN) hit its gross profit goal in Q4, now what?
Rivian announces new offroad-focused ‘California Dune Edition’ R1
Here’s our first look at the Genesis GV90 with coach doors: The next ultra-luxe EV
The electric Jeep Compass may be a pipe dream after all
Kia unveils first look at its new PV5: This is the electric van we’ve been waiting for
Kia finally pulls the covers off its new EV4: Here’s our first look at the low-cost EV
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/live/2rfhtwZuFoA
52 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.