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  Tesla Semi, mixed bag of EV sales, Chinese EVs in the US, and more 11.09.2026 38min

  In 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 Semi launch in Europe, mixed bag of EV sales, Chinese EVs in the US, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla reveals European Semi specs: 550 km range, 800 kW charging EV sales are booming in Europe – and plunging in North America Volvo kills off another EV for the US, but it has a replacement coming in 2027 Senator claims Trump may open US market to Chinese EVs in Xi deal Xiaomi launches four SkyNomad SUVs in China from $31,275 BYD cuts Denza Z9 GT EV prices with the new e3 Premium trim, starting at about $50,000 Here’s our first look at Nissan’s new entry-level Pixo EV [Images] Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/HvEVcWiLnSw
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  Tesla has another Cyberflop, lots of cheap Ford electric pickups, VW in trouble, and more 04.09.2026 51min

  In 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 latest Cyberflop, lots of cheap Ford electric pickups, VW in trouble, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla opens search for Cybercab fleet sales, but FSD owners are still left out Tesla Cybercab is already under NHTSA investigation after launch Tesla Full Self-Driving can now take over manual driving to avoid a collision Tesla settles fatal Autopilot fire truck lawsuit, avoiding jury trial Ford wants to sell 100,000 Fathoms in the $30k EV truck’s first year Range Rover’s first luxury electric SUV costs $140,000 and delivers V8 power [Images] Polestar 4 SUV launches at €57,900 — and it finally has a rear window These EVs retain their battery best, largest-ever study finds Rivian rolls out RivianOS 2, unifying software across R1 and R2 VW to cut 100k jobs and may stop building EVs at 4 plants Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/X9nRjdjLmLY
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  Podcast: Tesla Cybercab launch, Cybertruck prices rise, VW launch electric camper, and more 28.08.2026 1t 3min

  In 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 announcing the Cybercab launch, Cybertruck prices rising, VW launching an electric camper, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM. GM EV charging made easy, with Energy Pass and Plug and Charge. Learn more at https://gmenergy.gm.com/energypass 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla confirms Cybercab launch coming next week Tesla raises Cybertruck prices by $5,000 despite abysmal demand Tesla to inaugurate new Semi factory in Nevada next month Waymo takes a shot at Tesla’s self-driving: it’s a ‘false summit’ Porsche Cayenne Turbo EV first drive: Most Powerful Porsche ever … is an SUV BYD Q2 profit jumps 30% as record exports offset weak China sales Volkswagen unveils the first California EV camper, and it’s based on the ID. Buzz [Images] Aptera solar EV makes up to 4.75 kWh a day, independent test shows My Tesla Cybercab launch predictions Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/0-RJvd6oQgI
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  Tesla kills Solar Roof, Cybercab launch, Genesis GV90, and more 21.08.2026 1t 2min

  In 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 killing the Solar Roof, Cybercab launch, Genesis GV90, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM. GM EV charging made easy, with Energy Pass and Plug and Charge. Learn more at https://gmenergy.gm.com/energypass 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla discontinues its Solar Roof tiles, not economically viable Ex-Tesla president: Roadster delay is about getting closer to SpaceX ahead of merger Tesla’s Cybercab is about to launch — and we don’t get it Tesla FSD v14 swerved and try to drive me into a ditch for no reason Einride to deploy 500 Tesla Semis in biggest electric truck order yet Tesla confirms Semi electric truck is coming to Europe, reveal at IAA Tesla adds 2.4 kW vehicle-to-load to Model Y Premium with $80 adapter The Genesis GV90 takes luxury up a notch with coach doors and all [Images] BYD’s new 5-seat electric SUV has a range of over 1,000 km and 5-minute charging First Ferrari Luce EV sells for $40 million, 36x its estimate Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/P2L3CnMNf6Q
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  Tesla Roadster is happening?, Kia EV3 in US, gas pumps replaced, and more 14.08.2026 57min

  In 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 Roadster actually happening, the Kia EV3 coming to the US, gas pumps being replaced by EV chargers, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM. GM EV charging made easy, with Energy Pass and Plug and Charge. Learn more at https://gmenergy.gm.com/energypass 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla ‘flying’ Roadster demo could come this month, with no one inside Tesla defeats Sweden’s IF Metall union after 1,021-day strike Ford’s EV pickup is almost here, promising much more than an affordable price tag Kia EV3 prices and range revealed, starting at $30,000 Rivian’s 2027 R1S adds captain’s chairs, its most-requested feature Lucid launches ‘America’s most powerful 3-row SUV’ with over 1,000 hp [Images] Jaguar’s new EV interior is just as controversial as its exterior [Images] Oil giant rips out gas pumps for BYD’s 1,500 kW EV chargers Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/hXuEGGy0B30
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  Ford Fathom cheap pickup EV, Audi A2, Trump on EVs, and more 07.08.2026 59min

  In 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 Ford Fathom cheap pickup EV, Audi A2, Trump on EVs, and more. Today's episode is sponsored by GM. GM EV charging made easy, with Energy Pass and Plug and Charge. Learn more at https://gmenergy.gm.com/energypass 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Ford’s affordable EV pickup is named Fathom, and it will start at $28,350 Tesla, SpaceX confirm ‘Terafab’ chip fab site — $16.8B first phase Tesla FSD v14 Lite tied to rising HW3 computer failures, owners report Watch Tesla driver plea with police after FSD drove 64 mph in a 45 Telo raises its tiny electric truck’s tow rating to 8,000 lbs Audi’s cheapest EV is also its most efficient car of all time Lucid’s smaller Cosmos SUV, slated for 2026, has been pushed back to 2027 2027 Toyota C-HR EV pricing is here, starting at $37,080 Trump claims electric car drivers have a ‘disease’ Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/KL18cm0RD6s
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  Tesla/SpaceX merger, Rivian R2 progress, new Mercedes GLA, and more 31.07.2026 56min

  In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss rumors of a Tesla/SpaceX merger, Rivian's earnings, R2 progress, and efficiency test, new Mercedes GLA, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla weighs selling China business to clear path for SpaceX merger Tesla sues Cybertruck supplier amid standoff keeping production hostage Tesla buys 90% of a 509 MW Arizona solar and storage project Rivian (RIVN) Q2 2026 earnings: revenue up 27%, gross margins soaring Rivian R2 uses up to 26% more energy than Model Y in real-world test The new Mercedes GLA EV is bigger, smarter, and has a range of over 400 miles Volvo drops lidar for good on EX90 and ES90, pays owner compensation BMW ramps up iX3 output as orders near 100,000 Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/6ocTz1bGaIw
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  TSLA earnings debacle, FSD ticket, Toyota finally waking up? FSGP, more 24.07.2026 1t 18min

  In 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 debacle, FSD getting me a speeding ticket, Toyota potentially waking up to the future being electric, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla (TSLA) releases Q2 2026 financial results: record revenue, big profit miss Tesla says ‘Robotaxi’ is expanding — its own chart shows it’s not Elon Musk hints at Tesla (TSLA)-SpaceX merger on earnings call Tesla still has no real plan for Hardware 3 owners promised FSD Tesla Autopilot and FSD crashes hit record 207 in a single month Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ got me a speeding ticket, and Tesla killed the fix NHTSA targets Tesla’s ‘Radar Saves Us’ document in FSD crash probe Toyota warns it ‘cannot survive’ as the next-gen Corolla EV becomes its make-or-break BYD’s sleek new flagship EV has a range of 1,008 km: Here’s our first look at it [Video] Results are in! These teams are moving on to the 2026 Electrek American Solar Challenge Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/8pXQIGb8r4c
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  TSLA shareholders wake up, Xpeng targets EU, VW goes cheaper, and more 17.07.2026 1t 8min

  In 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 shareholders potentially starting to wake up, Xpeng targeting the European market, VW going cheaper with its EVs, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla (TSLA) shareholders are begging Musk to explain missed goals Tesla’s LFP battery holds its charge better, study says California’s new $3,500 EV rebate favors Rivian and Lucid over Tesla Lucid (LCID) stock halted, crashes 40% on bankruptcy report it denies Xpeng’s new L03 undercuts Tesla Model Y by up to $10,000 in Europe Volkswagen’s new affordable electric SUV debuts with 265 miles of range [Images] Volkswagen’s new ID. Polo EV secured 25,000 orders in weeks — Now, it’s even cheaper The BMW iX4 looks more like a grand tourer than an SUV [Images] Honda is officially pulling the plug on its only EV in the US Chip Motors unveils $15,000 electric ‘life utility vehicle’ CATL’s 30-year sodium-ion battery takes over grid storage Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/zkCsjTjcQTM
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  Rivian goes to market, Xiaomi goes big, and a $14,000 tiny EV in the US 10.07.2026 41min

  In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Rivian going back to the stock market market, Xiaomi going big, and a $14,000 tiny EV in the US. 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Rivian (RIVN) launches 75M-share sale to raise ~$1.5B for R2 push Xiaomi reveals SkyNomad N90: a living room on wheels BYD reveals prices for its new 1,500hp+ luxury EV sports car start at nearly $200K [Images] Toyota delays Highlander BEV production as the 3-row electric SUV is put on the back burner This tiny EV is now on sale in the US for less than $14,000 Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/NIVW_kUHZlI
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  Tesla Model YL, Q2 deliveries, BMW iX5, and more 03.07.2026 1t 2min

  In 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 launch of the Tesla Model YL, BMW iX5, and EV sales results for the second quarter. 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla launches Model Y L in US — 6 seats, 325 miles, $61,990 Tesla (TSLA) Q2 2026 deliveries jump 25% to 480,126, beating estimates Tesla maps a tiny Robotaxi zone in Miami while it still can’t scale Texas Tesla starts FSD v14 ‘Lite’ rollout to HW3 cars New Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ class action hilariously cites Electrek Rivian tops Q2 delivery numbers and raises full-year 2026 outlook The BMW iX5 sets the benchmark with 525 miles of range, fast charging [Images] Subaru’s new Trailseeker EV starts at $40,000 Lucid overhauls its entire C-suite under new CEO after 18% layoffs Electrek American Solar Challenge 2026: About the race, full schedule, and teams competing Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/DqF3bKLiHVk
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  Slate's $25,000 electric pickup, Polestar banned from US, Tesla FSD crash, and more 26.06.2026 44min

  In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Slate's $25,000 electric pickup, Polestar being banned from the US, Tesla FSD crashes coming into focus, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Slate Auto’s electric truck starts at $24,950 with 205 miles of range Slate’s electric truck can still dip under $20,000 — but only for some Polestar barred from US over the Chinese connected vehicle rule, a dangerous precedent Lucid lays off 18% of staff, its second deep cut in four months Tesla sued over fatal crash in Texas home that killed 76-year-old woman Tesla settles lawsuit over fatal ‘Full Self-Driving’ pedestrian crash Tesla, Sunrun team up on 16 GW virtual power plant for data centers Tesla plans to sell modular AI data center hardware called ‘Megapod’ Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET https://www.youtube.com/live/NmnmYXifTow
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  We drive Aptera's solar car, Tesla Cybercab specs revealed, Lucid Cosmos design leaks, and more 19.06.2026 1t 22min

  In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Jamie's first drive in Aptera's solar car, Tesla Cybercab specs revealed, Lucid Cosmos design leak, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: We finally got to drive the Aptera solar electric car Tesla Cybercab full specs revealed: 3,113 lbs, 219 HP, 48 kWh Lucid Cosmos design revealed in patent filing ahead of 2026 launch Rivian CEO signals self-driving prices, like Tesla’s, will fall Meet Honda’s new $25,000 electric hot hatch Telo confirms 400 kW sustained charging for its tiny electric truck Jeep’s off-road EV goes on sale for $67,000, but its range is a bit disappointing Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET https://www.youtube.com/live/B6o9s1mzsEE
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  Rivian R2 first drive, BYD goes nuts on flash charging, Donut Lab's miracle battery is dead, and more 12.06.2026 1t 9min

  In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss our Rivian R2 first drive, BYD going nuts on flash charging, Donut Lab's miracle battery being seemingly dead, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Rivian R2 First Drive: This is everything I need to upgrade my Model Y except… BYD is deploying 2.4x more charging power per month than Tesla BYD is bringing its 5-min ‘Flash’ electric car charging to Canada China’s EV shift cut pollution enough to prevent 262,000 deaths BMW put the new iX3 through the paces, and it still drove 500 miles on a single charge Waymo launches $30/month ‘Premier’ membership with priority pickups and cashback Donut Lab’s ‘solid-state’ battery exposed as regular li-ion in damning investigation Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/uJKSZ8q0jhA
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  Tesla Semi nails big test, BMW iX3 range impresses, Xpeng catches up to Tesla, and more 05.06.2026 47min

  In 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 Semi nailing a big test, BMW iX3's range impressing in a new test, Xpeng catching up to Tesla, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla Semi tackles the Grapevine with a loaded trailer, leaves fleet operator ‘amazed’ Tesla retroactively added ‘supervised’ to FSD contracts owners signed years ago Tesla patents camera wiper for self-driving — resulting in more doubts for FSD owners BMW’s new iX3 drove 485 miles on a single charge, the longest-range EV in NAF’s test Xpeng spends $500M/year on AI training to beat Tesla FSD BYD will pay for crashes on its FSD competitor, something Tesla never has Toyota pulls the plug on one of its most important EVs Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/Ruhm-twKcmE
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  Tesla Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari's controversial Luce launches, Waymo Ojai, and more 29.05.2026 1t 5min

  In 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 alarming Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari's controversial Luce, Waymo Ojai, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. Special: This week, the podcast will start at 3 p.m. ET because Fred is still in Italy after the launch of the Luce. 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla ‘Robotaxi’ fleet is actually shrinking, not growing, new data shows Tesla’s own AI trainers don’t trust ‘Full Self-Driving’ or its safety stats, Reuters finds Rivian R2 matches Tesla Model Y efficiency despite bigger, heavier body Ferrari Luce first look: going where combustion can’t follow Ferrari CEO says Luce EV is ‘clocking up orders’ despite design backlash Waymo starts offering rides in new Ojai robotaxi with 6th-gen Driver Chevy Equinox and Blazer EVs gain a few key updates for 2027: Here’s what to expect Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/ERYIL9MyFK0
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  Tesla Solar, Volvo EX60 unveiled, Xiaomi YU7 GT, and AMG GT 22.05.2026 59min

  In 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 back to solar, Volvo EX60 unveiling, Xiaomi YU7 GT, AMG GT, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla Cybercab: hate it or love it, it is the most efficient EV ever Tesla can’t seem to figure out the power of its new cheap Model 3 Exclusive: Tesla (TSLA) is building its giant solar panel factory in Houston SpaceX S-1 reveals Tesla’s Terafab deal is far from done Volvo reveals EX60 prices start at under $60,000 with over 300 miles of range World premiere: The most powerful Mercedes AMG ever is electric Xiaomi’s new YU7 undercuts Tesla Model Y by $4,350 with 50 km more range Lucid’s more affordable Cosmos midsize SUV spotted testing next to Tesla Model Y Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/fJMoixRJ9eo
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  Tesla Robotaxi, Rivian R2 configurator is live, China is taking over EU factories, and more 15.05.2026 1t 3min

  In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss updates to Tesla Robotaxi, Rivian R2 configurator going live, China taking over EU factories, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla postpones Model S/X Signature delivery event, leaving attendees holding the bag Tesla now forces drivers to give feedback when intervening on ‘Full Self-Driving’ Tesla finally reveals what happened in 17 ‘Robotaxi’ crashes Rivian opens R2 configurator: here are all the options and pricing Volkswagen reveals the first electric GTI, a 222 hp EV hot hatch for $45,000 [Images] XPeng in talks to buy a Volkswagen plant in Europe as exports surge 62% BYD eyes Stellantis EU plant takeover as EV demand spikes, confirms ‘other companies too’ Volkswagen brings the ID. Buzz back for 2027, but now the ID.4 is on a brief hiatus Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/FPPDerFbwSE
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  Tesla Semi and 4680 battery, BMW iX3 price, Rivian R2 pickup, and more 08.05.2026 1t 12min

  In 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 Semi, the 4680 battery cell, BMW iX3 price, Rivian R2 pickup, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com We are also sponsored by NeuroHUD: Check out the NeuroHUD PRO featuring a true Tesla-focused HUD experience with navigation, blind-spot alerts, Autopilot status, and freely switchable display modes now on Kickstarter or Trantor Vision.com 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla’s 4680 battery cells are underperforming and frustrating buyers Tesla Semi battery sizes confirmed: 822 kWh and 548 kWh officially revealed Tesla files new Roadster trademarks with unique badge ahead of launch Rivian (RIVN) CEO hints at R2 pickup and R2X variants as production ramps BMW opens 2027 iX3 preorders starting at $61,500 with up to 434 miles of range The Lexus TZ is a 3-row luxury EV SUV with 300 mi range, but it’s missing something [Images] The new Chevy Bolt EV delivers nearly 300 miles of real-world range for under $30,000 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey Kit sets 6:55 Nürburgring EV record BYD’s flagship electric SUV secures 100,000+ orders in 2 weeks, and it costs under $40K Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/NfEmmAoaY0Y
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  Tesla Semi is here, Xpeng VLA 2.0 test drive, Rivian earnings, and more 01.05.2026 1t 13min

  In 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 Semi entering production, our Xpeng VLA 2.0 test drive, Rivian's earnings, 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 comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla Semi: first truck rolls off high-volume production line Tesla launches Basecharger for Semi, reveals $188,000 Megacharger Tesla ‘Robotaxi’ unsupervised fleet finally shows some signs of ramping up Tesla promises FSD V14 Lite for HW3 cars internationally to appease growing tensions I went to the Beijing Auto Show and it’s a glimpse at the future of the auto industry Xpeng VLA 2.0 test drive: Tesla is not alone with ‘Full Self-Driving’ anymore First drive: next-gen Xiaomi SU7 shows how fast Chinese EVs are improving Rivian (RIVN) lifts production capacity for its Georgia plant by 50% to 300K vehicles annually CATL says sodium batteries are mainstream-ready, signs massive 60 GWh deal Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/GyQpprHhIS0