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Tesla’s Cybercab is finally here—and the reaction is anything but simple. 

After nearly a decade of promises about a fully autonomous Tesla without a steering wheel, pedals, or expensive LiDAR sensors, Cybercab is now carrying real passengers in Austin.

But while Tesla is pushing toward a future of 24/7 autonomous robotaxis, federal regulators are already asking some very serious questions.

In this episode of EV Geek Studios, Joel breaks down the latest Tesla Cybercab developments, including the wild engineering decisions behind Tesla’s newest vehicle, the growing regulatory scrutiny, Tesla’s plans for overnight robotaxi service, and why public skepticism could become one of the biggest challenges Tesla faces.

Ford reportedly has massive goals for its upcoming electric truck, the Ford Fathom. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Ford has set a target of producing and selling 100,000 units of the Fathom in its very first year. If they achieve this, the Fathom would become the first non-Tesla EV in America to reach that kind of volume.

In this video, we cover:

Ford’s ambitious 100,000 Fathom production goal

Why pricing strategy will make or break the Fathom

Toyota’s extended delay for the Highlander EV & Getaway

The all-electric Range Rover specs: 333 miles of range, NACS port, & 35.4" water wading

Slate's new low and high-roof Cargo Van conversion kit for fleet operators.

From production targets and pricing strategies to off-road capability and commercial EVs, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes.

👉 Which of these EVs do you think has the biggest potential? Let us know in the comments!

Global EV sales are telling two VERY different stories in 2026. 🌎⚡

While Europe’s EV sales surged 33% in July, North America went in the opposite direction, with EV sales falling 27%. And that’s just the beginning.

In this episode of The Mini Charge from EV Geek Studios, Joel breaks down the latest global EV sales numbers for the first seven months of 2026 and explores why the electric vehicle market is increasingly splitting into regional winners and losers.

We’ll look at:

⚡ Global EV sales: Roughly 11.5 million plug-in vehicles sold worldwide so far in 2026

The biggest question may not be whether the EV transition is happening — it’s where it is happening fastest.

With Europe accelerating, China transforming its automotive market, and North American sales slowing, can U.S. legacy automakers continue competing on the global stage?

Or are some automakers in danger of being left behind?

👇 What do you think?

Let us know in the comments!

Walmart just hit a HUGE milestone in the EV world—and this could be the beginning of something much bigger.

The retail giant has officially opened its 100th Walmart EV charging location, with 400kW chargers and at least 8 charging plugs at each site. But 100 locations is just the beginning. Walmart says it plans to expand to thousands of EV charging locations by 2030 across Walmart and Sam's Club stores.

With roughly 90% of Americans living within 10 miles of a Walmart, this could become one of the most accessible EV charging networks in the country.

And Walmart isn't just installing chargers. The company is developing its own charging backend, working on credit card and tap-to-pay options, and building out a network designed around convenience and accessibility.

On this episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian break down:

⚡ Walmart's 100th EV charging location

Is Walmart quietly building one of the most important EV charging networks in America?

Let us know what you think in the comments!

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Polestar has effectively been kicked out of the U.S. market—and the reason why is raising some serious questions.

Starting with model year 2027, Polestar has been denied authorization to sell its EVs in the United States under the federal government's new Connected Vehicle Rule. That means no new Polestar 2, Polestar 3, or Polestar 4 sales in America unless something changes.

But here's where this story gets WILD:

The Polestar 3 and Volvo EX90 are built side-by-side in South Carolina, share the same SPA2 platform, and have closely related software and technology. Yet Volvo received approval to continue selling the EX90 in the U.S.—while Polestar was denied.

And Polestar says the U.S. government hasn't even told them why.

In this Mini Charge, we break down:

⚡ Why Polestar was denied U.S. authorization

And perhaps the biggest question of all:

Would YOU buy a Polestar 3 for nearly $25,000 off knowing the brand is being pushed out of the U.S.?

Let us know in the comments!

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Vs under $30,000 are finally becoming a reality — and the next few years could completely change the electric car market. From the redesigned Chevy Bolt and Nissan Leaf to the upcoming Slate Truck, Kia EV3, and Ford Fathom, there are more affordable EVs coming than ever before.

In this episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian break down the cheapest electric vehicles available in the U.S. right now, what you get for your money, and which upcoming EVs could shake up the market.

We cover:

⚡ 2027 Chevy Bolt — The cheapest new EV in America, with 262 miles of range and a starting price under $30K

And the biggest question:

If you had $30,000 to spend on an EV, would you buy one today or wait for what's coming?

Let us know in the comments!

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Genesis has finally pulled the wraps off its all-new GV90, but that's just the beginning of this week's EV news.

The GV90 is a massive electric luxury SUV packed with features that sound like they came straight from a concept car—including coach doors, no B-pillar, 657 horsepower, rear-wheel steering, air suspension, rotating front seats, heated wood floors, and even a built-in refrigerator. But with a huge 123 kWh battery producing just 310 miles of range, is Genesis leaving efficiency on the table?

And that's not all we're covering.

🤖 Waymo's Ojai robotaxi is now open to the public in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. We'll talk about what this new Chinese-built EV means for the U.S. robotaxi market.

🚕 Tesla gets approval for robotaxis in Las Vegas, but there's a catch. Tesla wanted up to 5,000 vehicles across Clark County, including airport service. Instead, regulators approved just 10 vehicles, with strict geofencing, a 45-mph speed limit, and no airport service.

We'll break down the latest developments in the robotaxi race, compare Tesla's approval with competitors like Waymo and Zoox, and look at what these restrictions could mean for Tesla's autonomous driving ambitions.

Which story are you most interested in—the Genesis GV90, Waymo's Ojai, or Tesla's Vegas robotaxis? Let us know in the comments!

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EV Fast Charging Is Getting CRAZY Expensive — The DC Fast Charging Price War Explained! 

EV charging was supposed to be one of the biggest advantages of owning an electric vehicle. Charge at home overnight and you can drive hundreds of miles for a fraction of the cost of gasoline.

But hit the highway and plug into a DC fast charger… and suddenly the math can look VERY different.

In this Mini Charge episode, we take an inside look at the growing EV DC fast charging price war and the battle between some of the biggest players in the industry — including Tesla, Walmart, and IONNA.

Why can a fast charge cost 2–3 times more than charging at home? What are demand charges, and why are they such a huge problem for charging companies? Why are some networks pushing subscriptions and memberships? And how could stationary battery storage eventually help bring charging prices back down?

We break down how the fast-charging business actually works, including:

⚡ Why DC fast charging is so much more expensive than charging at home

The EV charging market is changing quickly. More chargers, more competition, new business models, and billions of dollars of investment could ultimately mean better reliability and lower prices for drivers.

But for now, knowing where, when, and how you charge can make a HUGE difference.

👇 What do you think?

Who will ultimately win the EV charging war — Tesla, Walmart, IONNA, Electrify America, or someone else?

Let us know in the comments!

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Toyota just dropped official pricing and specs for the 2027 Toyota bZ—and they’re holding the price line to defend their massive sales momentum. Starting at 34,980(36,576 with destination), the bZ is making a serious play against the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and Kia EV3.

In this episode, we break down every trim level, battery option, and real-world range figure—plus why the $37,980 XLE FWD Plus might be the sweet spot of the entire lineup. 

🔥 WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:

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Would you grab the 314-mile XLE Plus at $37K or spend the extra cash for the 338-hp AWD model? Leave your thoughts in the Q&A below!

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Rivian just made some BIG changes to the R1 lineup for 2027—and one of them has R1S owners celebrating.

After years of requests, 2nd-row captain’s chairs are FINALLY coming to the Rivian R1S! And there’s more than just a new seating option.

In this episode, we break down everything changing for the 2027 Rivian R1S and R1T, including:

🔹 R1S Captain’s Chairs are finally here!

The 2027 R1 lineup is getting simpler, more expensive, and arguably more customizable. But is Rivian’s new pricing worth it?

Let us know what you think: Would you choose the new R1S captain’s chairs or stick with the bench seat?