Join Joel and Sebastian for an in-depth first drive and review of the 2023 Lucid Air Touring — a luxury EV that’s redefining performance, comfort, and efficiency. From its jaw-dropping acceleration to its ultra-premium interior and long-range capability, we break down what makes the Air Touring one of the most impressive electric sedans on the road today. Whether you’re an EV enthusiast or just curious about Lucid’s rise to fame, this episode gives you a real-world look at what it’s like behind the wheel of one of the most advanced EVs ever built.

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Driving impressions and ride comfort

Tech, design, and interior highlights

How it stacks up against Tesla and other luxury EVs

Final verdict: is it worth the price tag?

Perfect for anyone considering an EV upgrade — or just dreaming of the future of electric luxury.

This week on The Friday Charge from EV Geek Studios we dive into the biggest electric vehicle headlines:

GM recalls its brand-new Optiq and Equinox EVs over potential safety issues

Ford halts F-150 Lightning production (again) — what’s going on at Dearborn?

And could Chinese EVs soon be hitting Canadian roads?

Join us for insights, analysis, and a breakdown of what this means for EV buyers and the industry’s future.

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General Motors just announced major cuts to its electric vehicle and battery operations — including over 1,200 job losses and a pause in Ultium battery production.

In this episode, Joel breaks down:

Tune in for quick analysis, clear context, and insight into the changing landscape of electric vehicles.

Lucid Motors just announced a mid-size electric vehicle built with Nvidia’s DRIVE Thor AI chip — bringing advanced self-driving to a $50K EV.

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Canada is reportedly considering removing its 100% import tariff on Chinese-made electric vehicles — a move that could shake up the entire North American EV market.

In this Mini Charge Episode, Joel breaks down what’s driving this possible policy shift, why it’s happening now, and what it means for Canadian consumers, farmers, and automakers.

Will this open the door for affordable EVs from BYD, NIO, and XPeng? Or could it threaten Canada’s growing electric vehicle manufacturing industry? Let’s dig in. ⚡️

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Ford just announced a pause in production of the all-electric F-150 Lightning, and it’s raising big questions about what’s happening in the EV truck market. In this episode of The Friday Charge from EV Geek Studios, Joel breaks down why Ford is hitting the brakes, what it means for the future of the Lightning, and how this decision fits into a larger trend across the EV industry.

Is this just a short-term slowdown — or a sign of bigger changes ahead for Ford’s electric lineup?

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Big EV charging news today! ⚡️ Ionna — the joint venture backed by automakers like GM, BMW, Hyundai, Mercedes, and Toyota — just announced a new partnership with Casey’s General Stores to roll out 400 kW ultra-fast EV chargers across the Midwest.

These chargers will start appearing in 2026 at Casey’s locations in states like Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Texas — bringing high-speed charging to communities that have long been underserved.

In this episode, Joel breaks down:

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Today on episode 58 of The Friday Charge from the EV Geek Studios, Joel and Sebastian discuss the following topics...

- GM Says goodbye to Brightdrop

- GM teases new AI platform AND plans to drop Apple Carplay and Android Auto from all vehicles

- Ford announces new Mach-e California edition

- Rivian announces new, pricey e-bike

plus a whole lot more!

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Today on Episode 57 of The Friday Charger from The EV Geek Studios...

- Ford Cuts F150 Lightning Prices

- Ford and GM say “Nevermind” on extending the EV Credits

- Jeep’s planning an EREV

- Tesla pushes ads to cars?

- The EX30 is now Cheaper in the US

- Tesla Launches Model 3 and Y Standard

Plus more!!!!

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Today on The Mini Charge, we have a packed lineup of EV news! U.S electric vehicle sales are surging  — NIO faces mounting financial pressure and uncertain future moves. We also take a closer look at Leapmotor’s all-new D19 model and what it means for the Chinese EV market. Plus, are plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) really as clean as they claim? We break down new concerns over emissions testing and what it could mean for consumers and automakers alike.

Tune in for the latest EV insights, industry shakeups, and our take on where the market is headed next.