Turn Down for Watt

Tesla just unveiled a new Roadster that looks like something straight out of science fiction! A car that can flip upside down, use SpaceX-developed cold-gas thrusters, and potentially hit 0–60 mph in just 0.8 seconds? What did we just witness?!
On this episode of Turn Down For Watt, the Ford guys are taking on the new Tesla Roadster! We’re breaking down the jaw-dropping reveal, the unbelievable performance claims, the SpaceX technology, and what it all means for the future of EVs.
We’re also joined by special guest Joe “PREZ” from Tesla Owners Club San Joaquin Valley, who brings his Tesla expertise to the conversation as we dig into what impressed us, what raises questions, and whether this incredible machine will ever be something most of us can actually own or use on the street.
Here’s what we’re talking about:
The new Tesla Roadster and its mind-blowing reveal
SpaceX thrusters, midair flips, and the upside-down driving demonstration
Performance claims that sound almost impossible
The technology behind Tesla’s next-generation supercar
How practical is it, and what about street legality?
Tesla’s production timeline and whether 2028 is realistic
What the Ford guys really think—and whether we’d ever own one!
Is this the future of electric performance, an engineering showcase, or a little bit of both? We’re impressed, we’ve got questions, and we’re ready to talk about it.
Join the conversation! Would you buy the new Tesla Roadster if you could afford one? Let us know in the comments!
Thanks for watching and listening to Turn Down For Watt, where EV enthusiasts come together to talk electric vehicles, charging, technology, and everything happening in the EV world.
#TeslaRoadster #Tesla #FordLightning #ElectricVehicles #TurnDownForWatt

When the grid goes down the EV sitting in your driveway could become one of the most important emergency tools you own! In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we start with a story that hits close to home. Chris' parents were impacted by a hurricane, lost power, and ultimately lost their home to a fire associated with their backup generator.It raises an important question: could modern EV technology have changed the outcome? Josh and Chris dig into vehicle-to-home power, bidirectional charging, battery backup, and how the massive battery inside an EV could help keep a home powered safely during hurricanes, severe weather, grid outages, and other emergencies.EVs are usually discussed in terms of range, charging speed, and saving money on fuel. But their potential is much bigger than transportation. As vehicle-to-home technology becomes more widely available, the car in your driveway could become part of your home's emergency energy system.Could an EV actually help protect your family and your home when the power goes out?🔗 To My Powerwall Videos:Picking Up My Second Powerwall : https://youtu.be/ZVQkg6uG-9k?si=RAzch-atYpFVQivUInstalling the Second Powerwall : https://youtu.be/2qk8NYhWdvY?si=5o8MffyLinOznZTQTurn Down for Watt explores what is possible today, what is coming next, and why the future of EV technology could matter most when everything else stops working. When the grid goes down, could your EV power outage backup save you? Let's look at the tech keeping your home running safely.We are discussing how modern electric vehicles are moving beyond just transportation. As severe weather and grid failures become more common, owners are looking at how a vehicle-to-home setup can keep the lights on. We break down the reality of using your car battery versus traditional gas generators, which can pose serious safety risks during emergencies.Subscribe for more EV news and updates, and let us know in the comments if you would rely on your car during an emergency.

What happens when one of the coolest EVs on the road suddenly becomes a $60,000+ paperweight?
Today on Turn Down For Watt, we’re joined by Alan Meyer of TesCalendar to talk about what happened when his Volkswagen ID. Buzz bricked and had to be towed away.
Alan has owned his Buzz for more than a year and has been a huge fan of the van—but this time, something went seriously wrong. We dig into what happened, what Alan experienced trying to get the Buzz back on the road, and what this kind of failure means for EV owners.
We’ll also talk about TesCalendar, Alan’s annual Tesla-themed calendar and the tree-planting initiative connected to it, along with how the project has grown into a community-driven effort supporting sustainability and other causes.
And of course, we’ll get into the bigger question:
Can you trust an EV when something this serious goes wrong?
Follow Alan / TesCalendar
TesCalendar on X:
@TesCalendar on X⁠
TesCalendar on YouTube:
TesCalendar YouTube Channel⁠
Shop the TesCalendar:
The TesCalendar on Etsy⁠
The TesCalendar shop currently features the 2027 Tesla-themed calendar, along with other Tesla-related items.
⸻
About Turn Down For Watt
Turn Down For Watt is the podcast where we talk about EVs, charging, clean energy, technology, and the people pushing transportation forward.
If you enjoyed the episode, like the video, subscribe, and drop a comment—it really helps other EV enthusiasts find the show.
#EV #VolkswagenIDBuzz #IDBuzz #Tesla #ElectricVehicles #TurnDownForWatt

The Tesla Roadster is back, and the latest airspace restrictions surrounding the upcoming Tesla Roadster reveal have people asking one huge question: What exactly is Elon Musk and Tesla planning to show?

In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, Josh Turner and Chris Bowe break down the latest Tesla Roadster news, the speculation surrounding the reveal, and what the next generation Roadster could mean for Tesla, electric vehicles, and the future of EV technology.

Could Tesla really deliver something unlike anything we have seen from a production car? What could the Roadster mean for EV performance, battery technology, range, and charging?

But there is an even bigger conversation happening underneath all the excitement.

As electric vehicles become faster, more powerful, and capable of traveling farther, where does all of the electricity come from to support them?

We dig into the real economics of EV charging, including electricity prices, utility rates, demand charges, grid capacity, fast charging infrastructure, and why the exact same EV charging station can have dramatically different economics depending on where it is built.

We also discuss the growing importance of utilities in the EV transition, what public fast charging actually costs to operate, and whether the next major challenge for electric vehicles will be less about range anxiety and more about access to affordable and reliable power.

Is electricity still dramatically cheaper than gasoline?

What really determines the price you pay at a DC fast charger?

How much does a charging operator actually pay for electricity?

Can the electrical grid support the next generation of EV charging?

And what happens as charging speeds and vehicle power continue increasing?

From the Tesla Roadster and Elon Musk to EV charging stations, electricity prices, utilities, grid capacity, and the future of transportation, this episode of Turn Down for Watt covers what is happening above the road and behind the plug.

Watch through to the end and tell us in the comments:

What do YOU think Tesla is planning for the Roadster reveal?

And what will ultimately matter more for the future of EVs: better vehicles or better charging infrastructure?

Subscribe to Turn Down for Watt for more conversations about Tesla, electric vehicles, EV charging, charging infrastructure, energy, utilities, construction, and the technology shaping the future of transportation.

#TeslaRoadster #Tesla #EVCharging

Tesla’s Cybercab is finally here — and this production version has no steering wheel, no pedals, and no human driver. We break down the Cybercab launch in Austin and what Tesla’s robotaxi could mean for the future of autonomous driving, mobility, and ride sharing.We’ll look at the future of autonomous fleets and how this technology could reshape the transportation industry — from Tesla, Waymo and Zoox to Rivian and Lucid — and what it could ultimately mean for Uber and Lyft drivers.In this episode, we take a deep dive into what Tesla’s Cybercab launch in Austin could mean for the future of transportation, autonomous driving, car ownership, and the ride-share industry.We’re joined by Josh West from Josh 24/7, who was one of the invited guests in Austin and experienced the production Cybercab firsthand, along with Tollak from Charge Pozitive, a Tesla owner and current ride-share driver who brings a unique perspective on what autonomous vehicles could mean for drivers and the industry.⚡  @JoshWest247  CyberCab Launch- https://youtu.be/Glto7YQauK8?si=_3M0InaDPeSrGwpj⚡  @JoshWest247  CyberCab Date Night Fail - https://youtu.be/7QcC-K9vYHU?si=IxzhhNx7jTz0Tfnm⚡  @OutofSpecReviews  CyberCab Technical Details - https://youtu.be/VI9OjUufpP0?si=3WL3zkxdFWEf140M⚡  @chargepozitive  Ionna Video - https://youtu.be/ucNKG2oui_I?si=k1UkKt61TiPproOdHow capable is the production Cybercab? What was it actually like to ride in one? How close are we to truly autonomous transportation? And perhaps the biggest question of all — what happens to the ride-share industry when the car no longer needs a driver?We break down what Tesla showed us, what it could mean for the future, and what you need to know about the Cybercab.🔔 Subscribe and join the conversation as we explore the rapidly changing world of EVs, autonomous driving, and the future of mobility.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6554690431877120Subscribe for weekly EV podcast breakdowns, and let us know your thoughts on the future of autonomous vehicles in the comments.Tesla Cybercab is here with no steering wheel or pedals. We break down the future of autonomous fleets and rental cars.We are joined by Josh West and Tulloch for this special episode covering the latest electric vehicle news. We take a close look at the production version of the Tesla Cybercab and discuss what this means for the future of transportation and car ownership.Beyond the launch, we examine the logistics of the ride-share industry. How will these vehicles be managed after their service life ends, and what does the ecosystem for fleet management actually look like? We explore the realities of autonomous driving and how these systems might function at scale.Keywords:Tesla Cybercab, Cybercab, Tesla Cybercab launch, Tesla robotaxi, Tesla robotaxi 2026, Tesla autonomous driving, Tesla autonomy, Tesla self driving, Tesla FSD, Full Self Driving, Tesla no steering wheel, car with no steering wheel, car with no pedals, driverless car, autonomous vehicle, autonomous cars, robotaxi, robotaxi future, Tesla robotaxi Austin, Cybercab Austin, Tesla Austin, Tesla Cybercab production, production Cybercab, Tesla mobility, future of transportation, future of mobility, ride share, rideshare, Uber, Lyft, rideshare drivers, autonomous rideshare, driverless Uber, driverless taxi, EV podcast, Tesla podcast, electric vehicle podcast, Turn Down For Watt, EV news, Tesla news, autonomous driving technologyHashtags:#Cybercab #Tesla #Robotaxi #AutonomousDriving #teslacybercab #Tesla #Cybercab #EVSubscribe for weekly EV podcast breakdowns, and let us know your thoughts on the future of autonomous vehicles in the comments.

Are EREVs the future of electric trucks and SUVs?After attending Demo Days, a festival that brings together EVs, hybrids, and gas-powered vehicles, we’re seeing a major shift happening in the automotive industry. Hyundai just announced the new Santa Fe EREV, Scout is moving forward with its range-extender strategy, and Ford has signaled that the Lightning name could return with an EREV powertrain.So what does this mean for the future of electric vehicles?In this episode of Turn Down For Watt, we take a closer look at why automakers are increasingly turning to Extended-Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) for larger trucks and SUVs. Do EREVs offer the best of both worlds—an electric driving experience with the long-distance flexibility of gasoline? Could they solve some of the biggest challenges facing large EVs, including towing, road trips, charging infrastructure, and range anxiety?We discuss EREVs vs. BEVs vs. traditional hybrids, what we’re seeing from Hyundai, Scout, and Ford, and whether range-extender technology could become the bridge that brings more drivers into the electric vehicle world.Is this a temporary transition—or could the EREV actually be the future of electric trucks and SUVs?Let us know what you think: Would you buy an EREV?#EREV #ElectricVehicles #EVs #ElectricTrucks #HyundaiSantaFe #Scout #FordLightning #TurnDownForWatt

On this episode of Turn Down For Watt, we’re joined by special guest Tim “Ford Video Guy” Bartz from Long McArthur Ford to get the dealer-side perspective on buying a high-demand vehicle at MSRP. We dig into dealer markups, delivery fees, what those fees actually mean, whether dealers can sell and ship vehicles out of state, and some important tips that could save you money when it’s finally time to order your Fathom.But we don’t stop with the Fathom. We also dive into the future of Ford, what we might see from the next-generation F-150, possible Ford hybrid powertrains, and how the Fathom and Ford’s Universal EV Platform could influence the company’s next generation of vehicles.If you’re considering a Fathom—or just want to understand how Ford’s next generation of EVs and hybrids could reshape the lineup—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.🔗 Learn more about the Ford Fathom:https://www.ford.com/electric/fathom/🎙️ Turn Down For Watt PodcastEVs • Ford • Electric Trucks • Charging • The Future of Transportation👍 Like the episode, subscribe, and let us know in the comments: Are you planning to buy a Fathom, and what questions do you still have about getting one at MSRP?#FordFathom #Fathom #Ford #ElectricTruck #FordEV #EV #ElectricVehicles #FordF150 #Hybrid #TurnDownForWatt #EVPodcast

Ford has officially unveiled the Ford Fathom, the first vehicle built on Ford's all new Universal EV Platform, and there is a LOT to talk about. Could this be the affordable electric pickup that disrupts the market and becomes the biggest challenge yet to the Slate Truck?On this episode of Turn Down For Watt, we're joined by Jace Craft Miller and Patrick from The Electric Duo to break down everything Ford just announced. From the $28,350 starting price to BlueCruise, bidirectional AC power, Phone as a Key, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a front trunk, and passenger space that Ford says exceeds a Toyota RAV4, we discuss what Ford got right, what questions still remain, and whether the Fathom has what it takes to become the affordable EV truck many buyers have been waiting for.We also compare the Ford Fathom head to head with the Slate Truck, discussing whether Ford's manufacturing scale, dealer network, and feature set make this the truck that could reshape the affordable EV landscape. Is this the beginning of a new era for budget electric pickups, or does Slate still have a compelling path forward?🔗 Learn more about the Ford Fathom and sign up for updates:https://www.ford.com/electric/fathom/🔗 Check out The Electric Duo's in depth Ford Fathom coverage:https://youtu.be/Opxuv5YRk5Q?si=ds5qHWXg2HuB9h0h👇 Let us know in the comments:• Is the Ford Fathom the affordable EV truck you've been waiting for?• Would you pre-order one at $28,350?• Is the Fathom a legitimate Slate killer, or do both trucks serve different buyers?• Which feature surprised you the most?🎙️ Turn Down For Watt Podcast is your destination for EV news, electric trucks, charging, road trips, industry interviews, and honest conversations about the future of electric vehicles.If you enjoyed this episode, please like, comment, subscribe, and share it with another EV enthusiast!#Ford #FordFathom #Slate #SlateTruck #ElectricTruck #EV #UniversalEVPlatform #BlueCruise #FordEV #TurnDownForWatt #Podcast #ElectricVehicles

We kick off this episode with a look at the grand opening of Power Up America Site #1 in Kentucky, Then we're joined by Travis Ketchum (Stay Curious) for an in-depth conversation covering the Rivian R2. Travis shares his impressions of the new Rivian R2 and discusses what prospective buyers should realistically expect. We break down the recent 70 MPH highway range tests from Out of Spec and State of Charge, why the results differed from the EPA estimate, and what those numbers actually mean for everyday driving.We also discuss:• Is the LIDAR package worth it?• Buy or lease—which makes the most sense?• Travis's lease calculator and how it can help buyers compare optionsResources & Featured Links🔹 Travis Ketchum YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TravisKetchum🔹 Travis's Rivian Lease Calculator: https://travisketchum.com/lease-calculator/Power Up America Site #1 Coverage⚡ @bowefamilyEV  - https://youtu.be/_x9sB4hSx9c?si=QvuqbC1s139GLInZ⚡ @OutofSpecBITS  - https://youtu.be/BRwSoNGtay8?si=G0763GQM_xAkMxiv⚡  @StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney  - https://youtu.be/whlYMOVLGTQ?si=cErGZcQZ-srpa_fk⚡  @The_Amped_Americano  https://youtu.be/-u2TEBt8whg?si=crObX7nhv1WwmtEe⚡  @theelectricduo  https://youtu.be/fREzD1c0I3g?si=ODo3A5yI4PtyaQktWhether you've already reserved a Rivian R2 or are still deciding if it's the right EV for you, this episode is packed with practical information to help you make a more informed decision.If you enjoyed the episode, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment with your biggest question about the Rivian R2 or what you're planning to order.KeywordsRivian R2, Rivian R2 review, Rivian R2 podcast, Rivian R2 buyers guide, Rivian R2 range, Rivian R2 70 mph range, Rivian R2 lease, Rivian R2 buy or lease, Rivian R2 Premium, Rivian R2 Standard, Rivian R2 LIDAR, Rivian R2 ordering tips, Rivian R2 real world range, Rivian R2 highway range, Travis Ketchum, Stay Curious, Rivian, EV podcast, electric vehicles, Turn Down For Watt Podcast, Out of Spec, State of Charge, Power Up America, DC fast charging, EV chargingHashtags#RivianR2 #Rivian #ElectricVehicles #EV #TurnDownForWatt #StayCurious #TravisKetchum #OutOfSpec #StateOfCharge #PowerUpAmerica

After four years of EV ownership, I thought I had a pretty good understanding of the electric vehicle experience. Then I took a trip through New England, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and rural Maine—and what I found completely changed my perspective.In some places, EVs were everywhere. Charging was plentiful, electric vehicles felt mainstream, and road-tripping was easy. In other regions, EV adoption was much lower, fast charging options were limited, and the ownership experience looked very different.In this episode of the Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we discuss the real-world EV ownership experience, the challenges and opportunities facing rural America and remote communities, charging infrastructure, DC fast charging networks, cold-weather EV travel, road trips, and the future of electric vehicle adoption.We also discuss why companies like PowerUp America are investing in underserved markets and what this means for the next phase of EV growth.This isn't a pro-EV or anti-EV discussion—it's an honest conversation about what EV ownership actually looks like in different parts of North America today.⚡ Topics Covered:• EV ownership after 4 years• EV road trips and long-distance travel• Rural vs urban EV adoption• Charging deserts and charging hubs• DC fast charging infrastructure• ChargePoint and FLO charging networks• Cold-weather EV ownership• Nova Scotia, PEI, New England, and Kentucky observations• Ford F-150 Lightning ownership• EV charging expansion• PowerUp America Kentucky• The future of electric vehiclesIf you enjoy content from Out of Spec, Everyday Chris, Gjeebs, Trucked Up EVs, Electric Duo, State of Charge, Miss GoElectric, Transport Evolved, Battery Life, The EV Geek, or other EV creators, you'll enjoy this discussion about the realities of electric vehicle ownership beyond the headlines.🎙️ Turn Down For Watt PodcastSubscribe for EV news, EV ownership experiences, charging infrastructure updates, Ford Lightning content, road trips, EV technology, industry analysis, and honest conversations about the future of transportation.👇 QUESTION OF THE DAY 👇Does your area feel EV-friendly, EV-neutral, or like an EV charging desert? Where are you located, and what has EV adoption been like in your community?#EV #ElectricVehicles #EVOwnership #EVCharging #FordLightning #F150Lightning #ElectricCars #EVRoadTrip #EVInfrastructure #ChargingNetwork #DCFastCharging #TurnDownForWatt #PowerUpAmerica #ElectricVehicle #RoadTrip #EVLife