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November 20, 2024Solar and storage projects make headlines, but will they survive? (Interview)
On today's episode of Quick Charge, we've got big solar breaking ground all over, despite the incoming administration's supposed lack of love for home-grown clean energy. Our guests today walk us through home solar, energy storage, and more.
Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 52% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday sale, now through November 28, and be sure to use promo code BLUETTI5OFF for 5% off all power stations sitewide. Learn more by clicking here.
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China’s 3GW Gobi Desert solar farm can power 2 million households
A 100-MW solar farm just broke ground in Wisconsin
Penske Truck Leasing kicks off a US rooftop solar rollout in Illinois
78% of Trump voters support Biden’s clean energy incentives
Prices fall for residential solar, demand is up for battery storage – EnergySage

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Read more: Saldivar’s Trucking: first owner-operator to deploy Volvo VNR Electric semi.
30 min
November 16, 2024What makes a Honda a Honda? Prologue engineers help us find out!
On today's informative episode of Quick Charge, we've got Honda engineers John Hwang and Emilio Sanchez to talk us through some of the things that make the GM Ultium-based Honda Prologue EV feel like a real Honda, and why that matters.
Jason and Emilio talk about some of the choices they made to make the Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX feel different from its GM-branded cousins, and explain why this was much more than a case of badge-engineering. Give it a listen, then let us know what you think of the Prologue and ZDX in the comments.
Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 52% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday sale, now through November 28, and be sure to use promo code BLUETTI5OFF for 5% off all power stations site wide. Learn more by clicking here.
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Honda Prologue SUV is cheaper to lease than a Civic with up to $14,250 off
Honda Prologue becomes the 5th best-selling EV in the US after Q3 sales surge
Chevy Equinox EV, Honda Prologue push US EV share to new record in October
Honda’s Prologue electric SUV is taking the US by storm
Honda Prologue and Chevy Equinox drive EV incentives to record levels in October
Click here to find local deals on Honda Prologue EV
Click here to find local deals on Acura ZDX

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

Got news? Let us know!
Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: All my favorite EVs, racecars, and robots from Electrify Expo Austin.
22 min
November 14, 2024Loren McDonald stops by Quick Charge to discuss EV charging, Paren, and more
Leading electric vehicle analyst, author, and industry thought leaders Loren McDonald and Bill Ferro stop by Quick Charge to discuss EV Adoption's acquisition by Paren, the "crisis" of EV charging reliability, and the real state of the EV market.
Depending on who you listen, EVs are either driving brands to record growth and are about cross that critical 10% of the overall market nationwide, or the future is bleak, the market is down, and EVs just aren't selling. What's really going on? Loren and Bill (probably) have some answers.
Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 52% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday sale, now through November 28, and be sure to use promo code BLUETTI5OFF for 5% off all power stations sitewide. Click here to learn more.
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Tesla now has ready-to-deliver Cybertruck inventory, demand issues?
Ford’s EV struggles continue as ‘rapidly deteriorating’ market conditions take a toll
Honda’s Prologue electric SUV is taking the US by storm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 continues to defy expectations as upgraded 2025 model nears release
Kia smashes US sales record again in October with surging demand for EVs
California reaches 22% BEV market share, Tesla is down but not doing half bad
Range Rover has over 48,000 buyers waiting on its first electric SUV
EV Adoption | Data and Analysis for the EV & EV Charging Industry

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

Got news? Let us know!
Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: All my favorite EVs, racecars, and robots from Electrify Expo Austin.
34 min
November 13, 2024An all-new 650 hp Cadillac, Hertz is selling off more EVs, and something weird at Tesla
On today's exciting episode of Quick Charge, we've got the Vistiq! It's all-new, three row SUV from Cadillac that packs 650 hp and can go from 0-60 mph in under 3.5 seconds, a serious word from Rivian, and something fishy at Tesla.
We've also got word that Hertz is selling off even more of its Tesla and Polestar electric vehicle fleet due to the collapsing resale value of Tesla's cars, and I share some of my experiences at this past weekend's Electrify Expo in Austin.
Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 52% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday sale, now through November 28, and be sure to use promo code BLUETTI5OFF for 5% off all power stations site wide. Learn more by clicking here.
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Meet the new Cadillac Vistiq, a luxury three-row electric SUV with over 300 miles range
Expect more cheap Tesla vehicles from Hertz as the selloff continues
Find the best deals on Tesla Model 3 near you
Find the best deals on Tesla Model Y near you
Find the best deals on Polestar 2 near you

Rivian CEO issues urgent memo to confront existential threat of climate change
BLUETTI’s new Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station promises 17 years of powerful charging
All my favorite EVs, racecars, and robots from Electrify Expo Austin
Tesla celebrates milestone of 1,000 Powerwalls in a day after claiming twice as many

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

Got news? Let us know!
Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: Captain Morgan gets a hydrogen Nikola in latest DHL deal.
11 min
November 12, 2024675 hp AUDI E, Cybercab hits the road, and BYD gets set to take down Ford
On today's slightly confusing episode of Quick Charge, we've got a 675 hp AUDI concept that isn't really an Audi, a self-driving Tesla hitting the roads around Giga Texas while the company pulls all the demand levers in Europe, electric garbage trucks from Mack arriving in Wisconsin, and more!
In addition to the latest new AUDI wagon to hit China, we explore BYD's rise in the global market place and Australia's big shit towards a nationwide V2G network to support that country's energy grid.
Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 52% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday sale, now through November 28, and be sure to use promo code BLUETTI5OFF for an extra 5% off all power stations site wide. Learn more by clicking here.
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Tesla spotted testing Cybercab robotaxi on Giga Texas roads
Tesla (TSLA) turns back to free Supercharging, big discounts in Europe to boost sales
In a first, BYD to soon topple Ford on deliveries
765 hp AUDI E ditches the four rings, keeps the sexy wagon aesthetic
Mack Electric LR is Wisconsin’s first electric garbage truck
Australia clears the way for EVs to help save the grid with V2G this summer

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

Got news? Let us know!
Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: Captain Morgan gets a hydrogen Nikola in latest DHL deal.
12 min
November 07, 2024Tesla police cruiser, Trump voters love solar, and at least the mines will be nice
On today's episode of Quick Charge, I, for one, welcome our new insect overlords. I'd like to remind them that, as a trusted media personality, I can be helpful in rounding up others to toil in their underground sugar caves cobalt mines.
We've also got the world's quickest police pursuit vehicle, an Amnesty International report highlighting Tesla and Mercedes' efforts to improve worker conditions in the Congo, and an exploration of Trump voters' love for solar power.
Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 50% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday pre-sale, now through November 11. Learn more by clicking here.
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Tesla Model S Plaid becomes world’s quickest police patrol car
Tesla and Mercedes-Benz recognized for their ‘human rights diligence’ in making EVs
Trump won – what now for US clean energy?
78% of Trump voters support Biden’s clean energy incentives
Tesla plans mini Oasis Supercharger with solar and batteries near its giant project

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

Got news? Let us know!
Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: Cybertruck dually, overland Kia concepts, and electric Mopars at SEMA.
9 min
November 06, 2024Cybertruck dually, overland Kia concepts, and electric Mopars at SEMA
On today's episode of Quick Charge, we find out what a one-ton Tesla Cybertruck looks like, check out some clever, off-road Kia overland EVs, witness the electric rebirth of Plymouth with a plugin street rod, and more!
We've also got a bunch of new, $300/mo. EV lease deals and talk up the rapid rise of the Ultium-based Honda Prologue, which is rocketing up the sales charts!
Today’s episode features our new title sponsor, BLUETTI – a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 50% during BLUETTI’s exclusive Black Friday pre-sale, now through November 11. Learn more by clicking here here.
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SEMA show Nov. 5-8, 2024
Kia unveils two off-road concept EVs at SEMA: The EV9 ‘ADVNTR’ and a PV5 ‘WKNDR’ van
An all-electric Plymouth? Stellantis teases new EV conversion kit and more
Someone built a Tesla Cybertruck dually – dope or nope?
Honda’s Prologue electric SUV is taking the US by storm
These EVs are a steal with lease prices under $300 a month this November
Click here for local Honda Prologue deals near you

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

Got news? Let us know!
Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: New Honda battery electric lawn mowers will be made in the USA.
12 min
November 05, 2024Cybertruck backlog runs out, Model S gets stuck, GM hits a sales milestone
On today's episode of Quick Charge, Tesla's Cybertruck is now available in Canada – and, like in the US, there's no waiting! Plus, we've got an "actually" smart summon Tesla that's actually stuck, GM reaches a sales milestone, and we get a brand-new title sponsor!
Today's episode is the first with our new title sponsor, BLUETTI – a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 50% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday pre-sale, now through November 11. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3YpF9td
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Tesla starts Cybertruck deliveries in Canada as US backlog runs out
Tesla updated its summon feature. Now this owner can’t get to his car.
GM has now sold over 300,000 EVs in the US with ‘EV for all’ plan finally unfolding
Don’t call it crab walk – Chevy Silverado EV packs new ‘Sidewinder’ 4 wheel steering
GM is offering $1,000 off Chevy, Cadillac, and GMC EV models for Veterans Day
Click here for local deals on Cadilac Lyriq
Click here for local deals on GMC Sierra EV
Click here for local deals on Chevrolet Equinox EV

For a limited time, save up to 50% during BLUETTI's exclusive Black Friday pre-sale
The US’s largest offshore wind farm is on budget and on time

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

Got news? Let us know!
Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: Renewables now make up 30% of US utility-scale generating capacity
10 min
October 31, 2024 Biden-Harris administration awards $3 billion in Clean Ports grants
On today's awarding episode of Quick Charge, President Joe Biden takes a trip to Baltimore to announce $147 million in EPA awards to the city's Ports, which will support electrification efforts, clean up carbon emissions, and support some 2,000 union jobs at the Port — but that's just a small part of the larger, $3 billion announcement.
That $3 billion investment from President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act will be put to use nationally in the form of 55 award selectees across 27 states and territories (read: Puerto Rico), with the aim of modernizing and improving existing port infrastructure. At the same time, the funds will help port operators and drayage fleets electrify while combating the climate crisis.
The White House says the Clean Ports program will support an estimated 40,000 jobs across the nation's economy, including new 6,500 manufacturing jobs. The awards are expected to increase demand for American-made electric cargo handling equipment at least six-fold over the life of the program.
That equipment could range from all-electric top handlers like these at the Port of Los Angeles, or the massive, 400-ton electric crane recently commissioned at the Port of San Diego — as well as providing for electric drayage trucks and the charging depots associated with them.
While a major economic driver, our nation’s ports are a major source of pollution for workers and surrounding communities. Communities living near ports and other transportation corridors are exposed to toxic pollution which can cause respiratory and cardiovascular harm, especially in children.
The funds announced today will support the purchase of battery-electric and hydrogen-powered human-operated and human-maintained equipment, including over 1,500 units of cargo handling equipment, 1,000 drayage trucks, 10 locomotives, and 20 vessels, as well as shore power systems for ocean-going vessels, battery-electric and hydrogen vehicle charging and fueling infrastructure, and solar power generation.
WHITE HOUSE
In addition to Port of Baltimore, other award winners are announcing theirs — including $322 million to Port of Oakland, $344 million to New Jersey, and over $127 million to Delaware. The entire awards list can be seen here.
Today's Clean Ports announcement helps to advances the Biden-Harris Administration's Justice40 Initiative, and aligns with the Biden-Harris Administration's stated goal of creating a zero-emission freight sector.

Update: the podcast
In order to help walk me through drayage, shore power, and how we can overcome some of the hurdles surrounding cleaning up the ports, my friend Paul Gioupis from Zeem Solutions was kind enough to come on the show and talk it out.

SOURCE | IMAGES: White House; EPA.
26 min
October 30, 2024Lucid Gravity arrives, Xiaomi sets records, and a Supercharged Polestar
On today's exciting episode of Quick Charge, Lucid proves than an EV company can keep its promises while Xiaomi teams up with Chevrolet and Honda to prove – at least conceptually – that records are made to be broken.
We've also got a trio of heavy-hitting Tesla insiders selling nearly $300 million worth of TSLA stock and a new, extreme cold weather heat pump from Bosch to make home heating more efficient.
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Chevy Equinox EV, Honda Prologue push US EV share to new record in October
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra breaks track speed records
Lucid Gravity orders set to begin next week with two trims, one priced below $80,000
These 3 Tesla insiders, including Elon’s own brother, are preparing to sell $300 million in TSLA stock
Polestar EVs are now able to use the Tesla Supercharger network
Bosch’s IDS Ultra Cold Climate Heat Pump just hit the market

Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We’ll be posting bonusLucid proves than an EV company can keep its promises while Xiaomi teams up with Chevrolet and Honda to prove – at least conceptually – that records are made to be broken. audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss a minute of Electrek’s high-voltage daily news!

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Drop us a line at [email protected]. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Read more: Renewables now make up 30% of US utility-scale generating capacity
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