Patrick and Tim kick things off by recapping Tesla’s biggest news in years: The Robotaxi is finally here. Kind of. They share what they think about Tesla’s autonomous taxi pilot so far and the big questions Tesla still needs to answer. Then they explain why Ford’s LFP battery plant is caught up in controversy—and why bringing LFP battery production to America is so critical. Finally, the guys talk about America’s cheapest EVs and Patrick’s new least favorite car. Further reading: Tesla Robotaxi ...
Jun 27, 2025•55 min
The new Nissan Leaf has been announced, and it's something completely different. Patrick and Tim discuss how it could be a game-changer in the world of affordable EVs, and whether or not it can turn things around for Nissan after a very rocky year. Next, Congress is getting closer to passing a version of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" and the boys consider what that will mean for the EV tax credit. Finally, Ferrari is postponing their second EV, and Patrick and Tim try to figure out why they shoul...
Jun 20, 2025•45 min
Patrick and Tim discuss the war of words between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump. They debate whether the dust up actually matters for Tesla’s business and explain how badly Musk’s foray into politics has backfired. Then the guys talk about Tesla’s robotaxi launch, which we now know is happening on June 22. Maybe. Finally, they share their thoughts on the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and why it may be the best all-around EV you can buy right now. In Plus/Minus, they discuss a promising new EV ...
Jun 13, 2025•50 min
Tim is on vacation this week so InsideEVs' Kevin Williams is back to talk about more of the EVs he tested in China. Most notably: China's best-selling car, the BYD Seagull, which starts around $8,000. It's headed to Europe and other places soon, and Kevin discusses how it drives—and why it's a game-changer. Plus, Patrick and Kevin test a plug-in hybrid that may be the future of plug-in hybrids. Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads...
Jun 06, 2025•56 min
Patrick finally got to drive his dream cheap EV and, well, he wasn’t impressed. The guys talk about the Volvo EX30 and how it keeps getting slammed by tariffs. Then they share their predictions and questions about the Tesla robotaxi’s launch, which is coming up in June. Finally, General Motors is investing big time in V8 engines. Patrick and Tim explain why that matters. During Plus/Minus, they explain how to reserve a new electric DeLorean by buying crypto. Yes, really. Further reading: Bloombe...
May 30, 2025•53 min
Patrick and Tim kick off the show by discussing Toyota’s hybrid-only 2026 Toyota RAV4 and why it’s so huge for getting people into electrified vehicles. They recap Elon Musk’s media tour this week and fact-check his claim that Tesla sales are seeing a major rebound. They also dive into a brand reputation poll that did not turn out great for the EV brand. Finally, the guys explain why America’s EV industry is headed for a slowdown thanks to Trump’s tax bill and other policies. Further reading: Th...
May 23, 2025•49 min
Tim and colleague Suvrat Kothari kick things off by discussing Suvrat's trip to General Motors' battery development center in Michigan. They explain why GM's new LMR batteries could be the key to cheaper electric trucks. Then the guys recap the House's latest move to end the $7,500 tax credit and talk the huge potential impact on the EV industry. Finally, they discuss Toyota's onslaught of new electric models and a very strange tweet from the head of the EPA. Further reading: GM's new batteries ...
May 16, 2025•55 min
Patrick and Tim start the show by discussing the potential demise of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit. They explain what that means for electric car sales and manufacturing jobs in America. Then the guys talk more about Patrick's mind-blowing trip to China. They're joined by InsideEVs Staff Writer Kevin Williams, a Chinese-car expert who helps break down the country's most exciting EV brands. Patrick and Kevin recap driving cars like the shockingly nice, $10,000 BYD Seagull and the luxurious Nio...
May 09, 2025•58 min
Patrick just got back from the Shanghai auto show and he's MAD at how behind America's EVs are. He tells Tim all about experiencing China's dominant EVs for the first time, how they compare to Tesla, and why American automakers and consumers are basically screwed. The guys also discuss the big news of the week. They explain why it's such a big deal that Tesla's board initiated a search for a CEO to replace Elon Musk, according to The Wall Street Journal . Plus, they talk about why Waymo is teami...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 7 min
On today's show, staff writer Suvrat Kothari joins Tim to discuss Slate’s new cheap EV! Tim checked out the truck in person and learned all about America's newest car startup. Next, Suvrat gives us the skinny on China's latest battery breakthrough from CATL. And finally, the guys discuss Tesla’s abysmal earnings and how the long-awaited cheap Tesla has been delayed again. Check out our coverage of the Slate EV , CATL's fast-charging battery , its sodium-ion pack , Tesla's affordable models and t...
Apr 25, 2025•46 min
Patrick and Tim check out the updated Subaru Solterra and the all-new Trailseeker EV at the New York Auto Show. They seem pretty great! And one is basically an electric Outback wagon. Plus, Tim is pretty blown away by the 2026 Lucid Gravity. Finally, what happens if a new bill successfully bans Chinese cars in America? We'll weigh the benefits of that plan—and the consequences. Subaru Solterra + Trailseeker: https://insideevs.com/news/756763/2026-subaru-trailseeker-debut-nyas/ Lucid Gravity Firs...
Apr 18, 2025•44 min
Patrick and Tim kick off the show by recapping how tariffs are impacting the auto industry one week in. They offer up some buying advice for this wild time: Consider a used EV while prices are still low. Then the guys discuss a new American EV startup that’s coming out of stealth soon, according to a report from TechCrunch . Slate Auto is backed by Amazon's Jeff Bezos and plans to launch a $25,000 electric pickup truck in the next couple of years. Will people buy it? And can EV startups still su...
Apr 11, 2025•40 min
Patrick and Tim kick off the episode by discussing the biggest news of the year in the auto industry: tariffs. They dissect what Trump's 25% tax on imported cars and parts means for the road to electrification and software-defined vehicles. They also recap the winners and losers in the EV market in Q1, and break down why Tesla had its worst quarter in years. Then the guys highlight reporting from Reuters about how Toyota's hybrids are so popular that people are waiting months to buy one. Check o...
Apr 04, 2025•43 min
Patrick and Tim kick things off by discussing Rivian's entry into the micromobility space through a new spinoff called Also, which will make small electric vehicles like e-bikes. Then they talk about the opening of Hyundai's gigantic new plant in Georgia, breaking down why its timing couldn't have been better. In the back half of the show, they're joined by Andrew Cornelia, CEO of Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging. They discuss what's wrong with EV charging today and how to fix it—plus big charg...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 8 min
China's EVs continue to absolutely smoke anything we get in the U.S., and it's starting to get embarrassing. Patrick and Tim kick off this episode by discussing BYD's impressive new 5-minute EV charging tech, and why it's important to make filling an EV as quick as getting gas. Meanwhile, America's EV charging companies can't get their acts together. The guys cover a recent study that named the country's best (Tesla) and worst (Shell) networks. On a brighter note, America's iconic luxury SUV is ...
Mar 21, 2025•44 min
Everything's computer! Patrick and Tim kick off the show by discussing Toyota's latest EV announcements, including an improved bZ4X, a cheap crossover and maybe even a mystery pickup truck. Then they recap the extremely weird Tesla marketing event Elon Musk and President Trump hosted at the White House this week. They debate: Was that enough to boost Tesla's sales and save its plummeting stock price? The guys close out the show by taking a listener question about whether it makes sense to trade ...
Mar 14, 2025•52 min
Tim and guest host Kevin Williams kick things off by recapping Waymo's recent expansion in to Austin on the Uber platform, and how it's running circles around Tesla's self-driving efforts. They discuss why you shouldn't sleep on Level 1 EV charging, and why an old Mitsubishi EV is one of Kevin's favorite cars despite earning a 2/10 from Car & Driver. Then they chat about why Tesla's sales are cratering in Europe, how Volkswagen is taking advantage of that and why Trump's tariffs are a nightm...
Mar 07, 2025•47 min
Patrick and Tim sit down with veteran Republican political strategist Mike Murphy to discuss how EVs got politicized, the "grim" outlook for EV tax credits under President Trump, and the threat of Chinese cars. The guys also chat about a Mercedes-Benz prototype with game-changing solid-state batteries, along with extended-range EV news from Scout and Ram. To close out the show, they recap Volkswagen's epic EV comeback and the intensifying backlash against Tesla and Elon Musk. Check out InsideEVs...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 14 min
One of our favorite EVs just got even better. On this episode, Patrick recaps his experience driving the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and its new off-road, XRT edition. Patrick and Tim discuss the pros and cons (mostly pros) of bringing Tesla's NACS charging port to the Ioniq 5. Plus, the guys talk about new Kia EVs dropping next week, and they recap the anti-Elon Musk protests that rocked Tesla showrooms over the weekend. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads...
Feb 21, 2025•45 min
Patrick and Tim chat about the problem with big-battery electric trucks, which Ford's CEO recently said have "unresolvable" economics. Then they discuss an exciting solution: extended-range EVs, which are basically electric cars with gas-powered generators. The guys also recap President Trump's move to freeze federal funding for EV chargers, and game out what happens next. Plus, they talk about how Elon Musk's new role in government is causing a revolt against Tesla. Check out InsideEVs for our ...
Feb 14, 2025•45 min
Patrick and Tim recap Tesla's latest earnings call, including the big news that Tesla will launch autonomous taxis to Austin streets in June. They discuss CEO Elon Musk's focus on making $10 trillion from humanoid robots and wonder where exactly new Teslas are. In the second half of the show, the guys chat with Revel cofounder and CEO Frank Reig about bringing EV charging to America's densest cities. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSk...
Feb 07, 2025•57 min
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has a lot to say about where the EV scene is headed next. In this episode, Patrick and Tim chat Rivian's survival plan; General Motors' good news on EVs; and the new king of EV fast-charging in America, the Lucid Gravity.
Jan 31, 2025•42 min
Is the electric vehicle boom over in America now that President Trump is in office? On the contrary. In this episode, Patrick and Tim explain what the new administration has planned for Biden's so-called "EV" mandate, plus what's coming this year from troubled-but-promising brand Polestar.
Jan 24, 2025•41 min
Patrick and Tim discuss the hotly anticipated new Tesla Model Y, debating whether it's enough to boost Tesla's sales after a disappointing 2024 and whether it can stand up to Chinese EV rivals. They talk about why Toyota's pivot to making electric cars may be harder than anybody thinks. The guys close out the show by chatting about Patrick's Rivian roadtrip, Polestar's uncertain future in the U.S. and why car companies are shunning America's car dealers. Check out InsideEVs for our latest covera...
Jan 17, 2025•45 min
Patrick and Tim recap the biggest car news out of CES 2025, including a $100,000 Sony EV and Honda's latest prototypes. Patrick explains why he's so impressed with Chinese EVs from Zeekr and Xpeng. Finally, the guys break down why Tesla's deliveries dropped in 2024 while other brands hit record EV sales.
Jan 10, 2025•52 min
Happy New Year! On this special episode recorded in late December, Patrick and Tim reflect on a jam-packed and absolutely wild year for the EV world. They debate the big winners and losers in the EV space and offer up their predictions for what'll happen in 2025.
Jan 03, 2025•38 min
As they start to wrap up 2024, Tim and Patrick cover one of the biggest stories that defined the car industry this year: the rise of China's EV sector. How did they get so good so quickly? InsideEVs Staff Writer Kevin Williams, who's been to China twice and tested dozens of their best EVs, is here to explain.
Dec 27, 2024•51 min
Is the Dodge Charger EV destined to be a failed experiment, or is it cooler than you think? On this week's episode, Tim and Patrick discuss the merits of an electric muscle car, plus an EV road trip and why Honda and Nissan may be seeking a merger.
Dec 20, 2024•52 min
Telsa Model... Q? Maybe so. This week, Patrick and Tim discuss Tesla's supposed $30,000 new EV, plus the Lucid Gravity. And they're joined by special guests Abigail Bassett and Mack Hogan to chat about the 2024 InsideEVs Breakthrough Awards, saluting the year's best EVs.
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 6 min
The InsideEVs Podcast gets a reboot of its own as the Plugged-In Podcast. This week, Patrick and Tim chat about the controversy around Jaguar, Stellantis' losing battle and California's governor picking a fight with Elon Musk—and maybe President-elect Trump, too.
Dec 06, 2024•48 min
