On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla Cybertruck towing range tests, Elon Musk's control issue, Ford F-150 Lightning Switchgear, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by Upway , a leading online e-bike provider carrying the broadest selection of brand-new and certified pre-owned models. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll ha...
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 326
This is a special episode of the Electrek podcast in which we dive into Elon Musk's comments from last night requesting a 25% stake in Tesla in order to advance AI at the company, which he himself described as an AI/robotics company. The Electrek podcast is generally live every Friday at 4 PM ET, but we are making a special episode today to discuss a strange situation. If you want a primer before the podcast, you can read my article from last night: Elon Musk complains about his smaller stake in...
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 325
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Tesla Model 3 refresh finally coming to North America, Cybertruck quality issues, and more EV sale numbers. Today’s episode is sponsored by Upway , a leading online e-bike provider carrying the broadest selection of brand-new and certified pre-owned models. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’...
Jan 12, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 324
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Q4 EV delivery numbers, EPA range change, BYD overtaking Tesla, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by Upway , a leading online e-Bike provider carrying the broadest selection of brand-new and certified pre-owned models. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like thi...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 323
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss what we expect in the EV world in 2024, Tesla's self-driving effort, GMC Sierra EV Denali, and more. Sponsor: this week's episode is sponsored by Electrek 's own Merch store ! The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the ...
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 322
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Elon Musk's Twitter drama leaking to Tesla, wireless charging, the EV dealer problem, and more. Sponsor: Buy Electrek Merch ! The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get yo...
Dec 22, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 321
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's Autopilot 'recall', our first drives of the Porsche Macan EV and Chevy Blazer EV, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by WOLFBOX , a leading brand in the automotive electronics market, with an unwavering commitment to quality and durability for its customers around the world. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube ch...
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 320
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Electrek's Vehicle of the Year, Cybertruck Foundation Series, GM Bolt EUV coming back, and more. Sponsored by Electrek's own merch store: we are launching a brand new merch store with some Electrek swag just in time for the holidays! The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 319
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Tesla Cybetruck launch in detail, Volvo EX90, car dealers lobbying against EVs, and more. Sponsored by VMAX: If you’re looking for a high-quality e-scooter with superior performance, check out the new VX5 , VX2 Pro , VX4 , and the R40 and R55 high-speed race scooters from VMAX. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 318
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla making new discounts, Cybertruck going in showrooms, our Fisker Ocean review, and more. Sponsored by VMAX: If you’re looking for a high-quality e-scooter with superior performance, check out the new VX5 , VX2 Pro , VX4 , and the R40 and R55 high-speed race scooters from VMAX. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel...
Nov 24, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 317
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss more Cybertruck news, a Tesla software update, Lucid Gravity unveiling, and more. Sponsored by VMAX: If you’re looking for a high-quality e-scooter with superior performance, check out the new VX5 , VX2 Pro , VX4 , and the R40 and R55 high-speed race scooters from VMAX. Today’s episode is also sponsored by CYCROWN , an electric cycling specialist current...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 316
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Tesla Cybertruck spec leak, Seth's Volvo EX30 first drive, EV earnings (Rivian, Lucid, and Polestar), and more. Sponsored by VMAX: If you're looking for a high-quality e-scooter with superior performance, check out the new VX5 , VX2 Pro , VX4 , and the R40 and R55 high-speed race scooters from VMAX. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Elect...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 315
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss an update on the Tesla Cybertruck, the UAW strike ending, Chevy Equinox EV pricing being released, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and ...
Nov 03, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 314
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla starting to sell Superchargers, EV concept galore in Japan, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by Isinwheel, a smart E-Scooter and Mobility Brand celebrating five years of innovation and sustainable travel. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, ...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 313
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's earnings, the automaker giving a Cybertruck update, Elon Musk's terrible conference call, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and c...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 312
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla going into the car wrap business, a 4680 battery cell update, new Kia and BMW EVs being unveiled, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by AMP , makers of Energy Management solutions for E-Mobility products. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on...
Oct 13, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 311
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss a new cheaper Tesla Model Y, further Tesla price cuts, and bunch of EV delivery numbers, and more. Today's episode is sponsored by AMP , makers of Energy Management solutions for E-Mobility products. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with ...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 310
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the imminent Tesla Cybertruck launch, Tesla delivery expectations, Kia EV9 price US price, and more. This week's podcast sponsored by Tescamp, Cooler and mattress for your Model Y The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to ...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 309
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Model Y AWD disappearing from Tesla's lineup, a bunch of Tesla software updates, the Chevy Equinox EV, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions ...
Sep 22, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 308
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the new Tesla Robotaxi concept, Powerwall 3 launch, a possible optional Cybertruck coating, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . Update: We have a different time this week on Thursday 10:00 a.m. ET due to travel As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded lin...
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 307
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Electrek's trip to IAA, seeing the Model 3 Highland in person, the electric GTI and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . Update: We have a different time this week on Wednesday 11:30 a.m. ET live from IAA in Munich As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link...
Sep 06, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 306
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's launch of the Model 3 refresh, Model S/X and FSD pricing update, FSD Beta trying to kill me, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel . As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions an...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 305
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla Cybertruck getting close, a shift in Tesla Solar strategy, Hummer EV Earthcruiser, and more. We are heading back to Munich for the IAA Mobility Show 2023 September 5th – 10th as both Media sponsors and attendees. If you want to see the latest in automobiles and mobility first hand, you should pick up some tickets and join us. The show is live every...
Aug 25, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 304
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, Seth is on vacation and it’s just me, Fred, so we are going to discuss EV news as usual, but we are also going to make the episode more interactive by taking more questions from you, the audience. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing a special time of 10 a.m ET. As a reminder, we’ll have an a...
Aug 18, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 303
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, Seth is on vacation and it’s just me, Fred, so we are going to discuss EV news as usual, but we are also going to make the episode more interactive by taking more questions from you, the audience. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict. As a reminde...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 302
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, Seth is on vacation and it's just me, Fred, and since it's a slower news week, we are making it a more interactive special episode to talk with Electrek community members about the latest EV news. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursday due to a scheduling conflict. As a reminde...
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 301
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's range getting exposed, Bolt EV making a comeback, Miata going electric, and more. We are heading back to Munich for the IAA Mobility Show 2023 September 5th – 10th as both Media sponsors and attendees. If you want to see the latest in automobiles and mobility first hand, you should pick up some tickets and join us. The show is live every Friday a...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 300
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Tesla Cybertruck update, the TSLA earnings, Ford slashing the price of the F150 Lightning, and more. Sponsored by Pedego : For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store . The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thur...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 299
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss EV deliveries from all automakers from Tesla to Fisker, Optimus robots being used in stores, FSD value, and more. Sponsored by Pedego : For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store . The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it ...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 297
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla NACS'd continued takeover, a new Model 3 battery, a defect in Nikola's Romeo battery, and more. Sponsored by Pedego : For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store . The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek ’s YouTube channel – except for this week, we are doing it on a Thursda...
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 296