Unplugged Performance cofounder Ben Schaffer joins me for a wide-ranging interview about how his Tesla aftermarket mod house got started, plus what mods they have in mind for the Cybertruck. Plus: follow-ups on the new EV tax credit, Tesla drops another included accessory with new Model 3 and Model Y deliveries, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. Every little bit helps...
Aug 21, 2022•1 hr 48 min
The $7500 federal EV tax credit is returning, but not every Tesla will qualify. Meanwhile, a new government paper trail suggests that the next Gigafactory location could be in Canada. Plus: some good news about the long-awaited Tesla Semi, Model Y and Model 3 sales continue to soar, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuse...
Aug 14, 2022•1 hr 17 min
Tesla held its annual shareholder meeting at Giga Texas, and I’ve got the highlights and analysis from Elon Musk’s presentation, along with the Q&A. Tesla’s CEO gave a Cybertruck pricing update, new Gigafactory news, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each...
Aug 07, 2022•1 hr 18 min
A former Tesla engineer joins me to talk about life at Tesla during a critical time in the company’s history – the run-up to the Model 3 – and how his new company could be the answer to one of the biggest concerns about owning an EV: charging at an apartment complex. After the interview, check out Orange at www.orangecharger.com If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge, which starts at...
Jul 31, 2022•1 hr 35 min
Tesla releases its Q2 financials and holds its quarterly earnings call. As always I’ve got highlight clips from Elon Musk and the Tesla executive team – including their comments on the Cybertruck, 4680 battery cells and more – plus my analysis of one of the strangest quarters in recent Tesla history. If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge, which starts at just $5. I'd be grateful. Ev...
Jul 24, 2022•1 hr 33 min
We've learned the first interesting details about the V4 Superchargers. Plus: Tesla continues to gobble up more marketshare in the luxury space, new Model S and X owners get one less thing to take home at delivery, Tesla’s AI boss is leaving the company, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge, which starts at just $5. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are st...
Jul 17, 2022•1 hr 27 min
Tesla’s production and delivery numbers for Q2 are in, and a surge in June helped stabilize a tough quarter. Plus: Giga Texas is already expanding, a modified Plaid Model S zooms past 200mph, Elon Musk wonders aloud about what Tesla should build next, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge, which starts at just $5. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are stack...
Jul 10, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Tesla is preparing a massive production capability upgrade for Giga Shanghai as Giga Texas and Giga Berlin continue to ramp up, which should set up a huge finish to this year. Plus: it pays to drive a Tesla in Uber, the new head of NHTSA has his eye on Tesla Autopilot, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge, which starts at just $5. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps a...
Jul 03, 2022•1 hr 9 min
We now know when the Cybertruck will go into production, thanks to a new interview with Elon Musk. Plus: a new ultra-deluxe vegan interior option is made available for any Tesla, Motor Trend bestows another honor upon the Model S, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don...
Jun 26, 2022•1 hr 26 min
We knew that Tesla’s stock was going to be splitting, pending a shareholder vote, and now we know how many ways it’s set to split. Plus: Tesla increases new vehicle prices yet again, the Model S Plaid sets a new quarter-mile record for a production car, the possible return of Enhanced Autopilot, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps...
Jun 19, 2022•1 hr 25 min
The Cybertruck makes an appearance at an event and provides us an interesting new look at some of its recent changes. Plus: the Cybertruck takes an important next step towards production, Autopilot Hardware 4 also takes a big step towards becoming reality, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at ...
Jun 12, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Another deluxe Supercharger is under construction out West – this time between LA and Vegas. Plus: Tesla’s in-car navigation continues to get better and better, Panasonic gears up for mass production of Tesla’s 4680 battery cells, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don...
Jun 05, 2022•1 hr 21 min
Tesla’s long-discussed drive-in theater, diner, and Supercharging station is finally about to get built. Plus: the Model Y and Model 3 are both the top-selling cars in California so far in 2022, whitehat hackers cracked a Tesla at a recent hacking competition, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you...
May 29, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Regular customers finally have the ability to buy the new Giga Texas-built Model Y 2.0…sort of. Plus: Elon Musk gives a history lesson on the early days of Tesla, another AI Day is on the way, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ri...
May 22, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Elon Musk floats the idea of suspending orders on certain Teslas while the wait list is so long. Plus: Elon’s thoughts on launching the Cybertruck after its EV pickup truck rivals, highlights and analysis from Tesla’s 2021 Impact Report, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! ...
May 15, 2022•1 hr 17 min
The Model 3 achieves a significant sales milestone in Europe, the Model S Plaid wins a notable race in America, Tesla gives us a date for its upcoming annual shareholders meeting, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightn...
May 08, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Tesla continues to absolutely dominate its competitors in the EV space for the first quarter of 2022, good news for Canadians looking to get their hands on the new Model X, California is about to get the world’s largest Supercharging station, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge le...
May 01, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Elon Musk talks about the robotaxi vehicle, Tesla’s record profits, and more on the Q1 earnings call. Plus: Tesla makes a change to what’s included with every new Tesla that’s not sitting well with the community, the new Standard Range Model Y 2.0 from Texas gets a price tag, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonus...
Apr 24, 2022•1 hr 33 min
Gruber Motors founder Pete Gruber joins me to discuss his unique role in the Tesla community: servicing, maintaining, and restoring the original Tesla Roadsters as they become collector cars. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride t...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 22 min
Tesla sets another quarterly delivery record as the Q1 numbers come in, Giga Texas holds its “Cyber Rodeo” grand opening, Tesla patents a new heating and cooling methodology for a car’s seats, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ri...
Apr 10, 2022•1 hr 19 min
Hertz surprisingly adds Tesla’s most popular vehicle to its EV rental fleet. Plus: Tesla AI Director Andrej Karpathy goes on sabbatical, Pirelli introduces a new EV tire for Tesla owners, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride th...
Apr 03, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Elon Musk talks about new paint colors and new products during his remarks at the grand opening of Giga Berlin. Plus: the base Model Y sells out for the entire rest of the year in the United States, Tesla bags another award, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't for...
Mar 27, 2022•1 hr 14 min
The EPA lists a new 279-mile-range Model Y variant. What could it mean? Plus: Tesla increases prices across the board – in some cases by a lot, good news for those of you still looking to get into the FSD Beta, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't forget to leave a...
Mar 20, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Tesla continues to dominate US EV sales into 2022, with three of the company’s four models at the top of the list. Plus: most of the Model 3’s and Model Y’s get another price increase, Giga Berlin is officially ready to start delivering Model Y’s, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pled...
Mar 13, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Tesla has reportedly locked in its next Gigafactory site, and it’s in a familiar location. Plus: the new Model S and X have an interesting new item buried in their firmware, the NHRA has made drag strips more Plaid-friendly, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't for...
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr 14 min
The new Model S gets even newer with an update to its taillights, headlights, and Autopilot hardware. Plus: Tesla climbs up the charts of the most desired luxury brands, good news for those of you looking for a discount on your Premium Connectivity subscription, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for y...
Feb 27, 2022•1 hr 28 min
The Model Y “2.0” with the 4680 battery cells and structural battery pack seem to be imminently approaching customer deliveries. Plus: the long wait time for the new Model X is explained, China vies for the next Gigafactory, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at each pledge level! And don't for...
Feb 20, 2022•1 hr 24 min
Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen gives a brief update on the next-gen Roadster in a new podcast interview, Hertz is starting to receive its massive Model 3 rental fleet, Panasonic is ready to fulfill a huge order for Tesla’s new 4680 battery cells, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps and there are bonuses in it for you at...
Feb 13, 2022•1 hr 15 min
A Tesla insider has details on not one but two upcoming Supercharging speed upgrades, the Model 3 is the world’s best-selling EV for the fourth year in a row, the Fremont Factory earns a notable achievement for 2021, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime ...
Feb 06, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Tesla holds its Q4 earnings call, and as always I’ve got all of the highlights and analysis from the event – including Elon Musk’s much-anticipated product roadmap update. Plus as a bonus: new Cybertruck details! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I'd be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a questio...
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 28 min
