Tesla’s annual holiday software update is jam-packed with fantastic new features. Plus: the rollout of FSD version 13 has begun, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been denied his compensation package by a Delaware judge once again, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early acces...
Dec 08, 2024•1 hr 37 min
I sit down for a lengthy conversation with Taylor Robinette, who used to run the customer referral program at Tesla. We discuss the various iterations of the program over the years, what it’s like going from a Tesla fan to a Tesla employee, and much 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge...
Dec 01, 2024•1 hr 37 min
Tesla looks like they’re planning multiple high-passenger vehicles, a popular upgrade option returns on the new Model 3, Tesla sweetens the deal for customers taking delivery in the stretch run of 2024, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode a...
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Tesla announced version 4 Supercharging cabinets that will allow Cybertrucks to supercharge at double the peak rate of the rest of the Tesla fleet. Plus: Cybertruck’s lead engineer is honored by TIME Magazine, NHTSA has a beef with Tesla over the company’s social media posts, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonus...
Nov 17, 2024•1 hr 19 min
A new report confirms that two Teslas are the most American-made in the market. Plus: Unplugged Performance reveals a Model S Plaid police cruiser, European base Model 3’s might soon get a battery pack upgrade, Tesla is planning yet another massive Supercharging station in California, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stack...
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Tesla’s newest AI roadmap gives FSD owners a lot to look forward to before the end of the year. Plus: a latent feature of some Teslas might soon awaken, Tesla looks to standardize electrical connectors in the industry, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access t...
Nov 03, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Tesla held its quarterly earnings call, where we heard about the Model 2.5 (aka the $25k car), the Robotaxi, the next-gen Roadster, and the Tesla Semi. As always I’ve got expert analysis, highlight clips from Elon Musk and the Tesla executive team, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each ple...
Oct 27, 2024•1 hr 41 min
Both the Foundation Series Cybertruck and the reservation list are no longer a thing as Tesla has made the general-production Cybertruck available for anyone in America to order on its website. Plus: an update on Cybertruck’s much-anticipated Powershare feature, Tesla secures approval for the first stage of expansion at Giga Berlin, 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 monthly p...
Oct 20, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Tesla unveiled its long-awaited Robotaxi, aka the Cybercab. But that wasn’t all! I was lucky enough to be there, so I’ll give you the highlights from the presentation and my analysis, along with my impressions of riding in the Robotaxi, checking out the robovan, dancing with Optimus robots, smacking a Cybertruck door with a heavy hammer, 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 mont...
Oct 13, 2024•1 hr 52 min
The moment so many of us have been waiting for has finally arrived: general production of the Cybertruck has begun! Plus: Tesla announces its Q3 vehicle production and delivery numbers, the Model 3 has a new base version, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early acces...
Oct 06, 2024•1 hr 44 min
The Model Y is already the best-selling new car in the world, but it’s now also on the verge of becoming the best-selling new car in America, too. Plus: the Boring Company Loop in Las Vegas might soon get Cybertrucks, there’s reason for optimism for those of you outside of North America hoping to buy a Cybertruck, 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 monthly pledge. Every little...
Sep 29, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Cybertruck sales keep climbing, Tesla’s planning on building a giant bear statue in front of its engineering headquarters, driving Uber in a Tesla just got a whole lot more convenient, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and ...
Sep 22, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Robotaxi patents get revealed and rumors heat up as the unveiling of Tesla’s Cybercab is now less than one month away. Plus: Cybertruck loses some optional accessories but gains others, a software update adds a handy – or rather, hand-less new feature – 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at eac...
Sep 15, 2024•1 hr 27 min
New data shows that Tesla’s brand loyalty remains stronger than that of any other automaker in the industry. Plus, Advanced Smart Summon finally arrives, Tesla’s AI team has published a roadmap for upcoming FSD releases, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access...
Sep 08, 2024•1 hr 24 min
Two Tesla owners who are taking their Cybertrucks to the literal top of the world join me to discuss their journey. Plus: Tesla’s referral program returns, another major music service looks to be coming to the Tesla fleet soon, Tesla’s running a pretty sweet promotional deal on the Model X, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are...
Sep 01, 2024•1 hr 31 min
Tesla leads the way as EV sales outpace the rest of the automotive market for the month of June, the Tesla Semi prepares to hit the streets in Europe, Cybertruck’s FSD timeline gets a new update, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $...
Aug 25, 2024•1 hr 23 min
Consumer Reports offers new data that shows just how affordable Teslas are to own through the first decade of ownership, the Cybertruck gets a pricey new accessory, Tesla’s craziest new Supercharger location makes notable construction progress, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge ...
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Tesla’s beautiful Quicksilver paint is now available on the Model 3 in North America, Tesla experiments with a new software bundle option on Model S and X, faster Supercharging has arrived for the Cybertruck, and much 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to eac...
Aug 11, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Spy pictures of what is undoubtedly the new Model Y pop up online and reveal a slick new bit of styling. Plus: one California city switched its entire police fleet over to Teslas, Elon Musk gives an update on when Cybertruck owners might finally get FSD, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at ea...
Aug 04, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Tesla held its quarterly shareholder meeting, and as always I’ve got a recap, highlights, and analysis from what CEO Elon Musk and the Tesla executive team had to say about Q2 2024. Plus: Cybertruck test drives have begun, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early acce...
Jul 28, 2024•1 hr 45 min
The Cybertruck has achieved a prestigious sales milestone, the online Tesla shop adds a couple of fun new Cybertruck accessories, Cybertruck owners are finally starting to get their Cyber wheel covers, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at...
Jul 21, 2024•1 hr 20 min
The first heavily camouflaged Model Y refresh test mule has seemingly been spotted, the $35,000 Model 3 is finally real and it is SPECTACULAR, an historically significant unreleased original Tesla Roadster goes up for auction, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early ...
Jul 14, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Tesla posts its vehicle production and delivery numbers for the just-completed second quarter, and the news is very good. Plus: Tesla gives an update on Cybertruck’s Foundation Series program…sort of, Quicksilver paint is now available on Model 3’s built at Giga Shanghai, and more! Special guest cohost: Larry Hryb 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps...
Jul 07, 2024•1 hr 46 min
As Tesla CEO Elon Musk promised, FSD transfer has returned, and it’s back sooner than expected. Plus: Tesla is about to get some help building 4680 battery cells, Tesla is in talks with Michelin to test out airless tires, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early acces...
Jun 30, 2024•1 hr 17 min
The new Model 3 Long Range now qualifies for the $7500 point-of-sale federal EV tax credit, the highest-performing employees at Tesla will now be rewarded with stock compensation, Elon Musk begins work on Tesla Master Plan Part 4, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like ea...
Jun 23, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Tesla held its 2024 annual shareholder meeting and we got some big news out of it, including when we can expect to see Autopilot Hardware 5 roll out as well as when the Cybertruck Foundation Series will be ending and when general production will be starting. Plus: a fun new accessory for the Model Y hits the online Tesla shop, 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 monthly pledge....
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 45 min
A whole slew of great new software updates are coming your way soon, the Tesla mod experts at Unplugged Performance find out whether or not the new Model 3 Performance seats can fit in the old Model 3, a randomly parked Tesla’s Sentry Mode helps catch a shooting suspect, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in...
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Tesla’s 2023 Impact Report has lots of compelling data in it that you can use to help squash any electric-car FUD anyone might throw your way. Plus: the Tesla Semi visits Europe, Giga Mexico’s construction continues, the Bargersville Police Department gives an update on its Model Y police-vehicle pilot program, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bi...
Jun 02, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Tesla debuts another new paint color for Model S and Model X, and fans of the old Silver Metallic are going to love it. Plus: wheel updates to Model Y and Cybertruck, good news for 2024 Model 3 Performance buyers, bad news for the first-ever known Cybertruck thief, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it fo...
May 26, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Tesla CEO Elon Musk details the next couple versions of FSD (Supervised), and I’ll tell you why these are going to be major updates. Plus: some Supercharging team members get rehired, there’s been another price adjustment on the new Model 3 Performance, 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 monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at eac...
May 19, 2024•1 hr 20 min