This week on The Friday Charge, Sebastian and Joel chat about....

- All new Subaru Getaway 

- No more Tesla Model X and S

- Toyota BZ Q1 sales

- Google Maps updates Plus a whole lot more!

Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at [email protected]

Is the future of the EV revolution actually a bike? Today, March 31, 2026, we’re breaking down the massive news that Rivian’s micromobility spinoff, ALSO, has officially hit a $1 billion valuation.

In this "Mega-Episode," we explore why DoorDash just led a $200 million funding round and signed a multi-year deal to deploy autonomous delivery quads in your neighborhood. We’re going deep into the hardware of the ALSO TM-B, featuring its radical "Pedal-by-Wire" system and 180 Nm of torque.

In this episode:

The $1B Pivot: Why Rivian spun off its e-bike division and how it’s paying off.

The DoorDash Deal: From human couriers to autonomous "TM-Q" quads in the bike lane.

Hardware Specs: A deep dive into the TM-B’s modular magnesium frame and "no-chain" drivetrain.

Market Shift: Why $4,500 for an e-bike might actually be the smartest car replacement of 2026.

Whether you're an EV enthusiast, a tech investor, or just wondering why your next burrito might be delivered by a Rivian-bred robot, this is the episode you can't miss.

600 miles of range. 10-minute charging. Toyota reliability.

We used to think Toyota was behind, but their latest investments in Kentucky and North Carolina prove they were just getting started. This is the full breakdown of Toyota’s upcoming EV models, the secret battery tech they’ve been hiding, and why your next car might not have a gas tank after all.

What do you think? Is Toyota too late, or is this the perfect timing? Let’s discuss in the comments.

Are we finally at the tipping point for Electric Vehicles? In this 40-minute masterclass, we break down the "Holy Grail" of transportation: Solid-State Batteries. From China’s new 2026 industrial standards to Toyota’s 1,200km range roadmap, we separate the laboratory science from the marketing hype.

In this episode:

The Physics: Why sulfide electrolytes are winning the "liquid vs. solid" war.

The Players: Deep dives into QuantumScape's Eagle Line, Samsung SDI, and CATL.

The Reality Check: Why the "LFP Wall" means you might not see these in a budget car until 2030.

Whether you're an EV enthusiast or a skeptical driver, this episode provides the technical data you need to understand the next decade of driving.

Joel and Sebastian get you caught up on the latest EV news for the week!

On today's mini-charge episode, brought to you by EV Geek Studios, Sebastian discusses just how much range is necessary now. Almost every new EV being introduced seems to be targeting this magical 300 mile number, but is that really enough? Will we see 400 become the norm? Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at [email protected]

On this week's episode of The Friday Charge, hosts Joel and Sebastian discuss: - The New BMW i3 - Volkswagen's New Naming Scheme and EV Marketing as a whole - Volvo EX30 Dead in the US - Rivian x Uber - Ionna's Huge Milestone Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at [email protected]

The $16 Billion "Never Mind." On March 12, 2026, the automotive world was rocked by a move so massive it triggered Honda’s first annual net loss in nearly 70 years. In a single afternoon, one of the world's most disciplined automakers hit the "delete" button on its entire North American electric vehicle slate—wiping out the futuristic 0 Series Saloon, the 0 Series SUV, and the highly anticipated Acura RSX EV.

But the carnage didn't stop with future concepts. Today, we’re breaking down the quiet death of the Honda Prologue, a "ghost car" built on GM bones that saw a staggering 74% sales collapse in early 2026 after federal tax credits evaporated.

In this episode, we go inside the war room to discuss:

The $16 Billion Write-Off: How the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" of 2025 and shifting US tariffs made Honda’s Ohio EV Hub a multi-billion dollar liability overnight.

The "Chinese Wall": Why Honda admitted they simply can’t compete with the software and value of brands like BYD and Xiaomi.

The Executive Mea Culpa: Inside the rare move of Honda’s top brass voluntarily returning 30% of their salaries.

The Hybrid Pivot: Why Honda is sprinting back to the "Toyota Strategy" and what it means for your next car purchase.

Is this a strategic retreat or a white flag of surrender? We're performing an autopsy on the biggest automotive U-turn of the decade.

Is the dream of an all-American EV charging network actually killing the rollout? In today’s episode, we dive into the massive legal battle between 20 state attorneys general and the federal government over the 100% "Buy America" mandate. We break down why $5 billion in NEVI funding is currently stuck in limbo and what it means for the future of your road trips.

We also take a first look at the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric—is the "jellybean" design finally dead?—and celebrate a major 100-location milestone for the IONNA charging network.