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Electrek
Cybercab dead on arrival, Donut Lab's miracle battery, Waymo expands, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 56:53


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 Cybercab being dead on arrival, Donut Lab's miracle battery, Waymo expanding, 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: Elon Musk threatens to halt Tesla Giga Berlin expansion over union vote Tesla Cybercab program manager exits ahead of launch Tesla adds 64 Megacharger locations to map, revealing Semi truck charging routes Used Tesla prices rise 4.3% while rest of EV market drops after tax credit ends Donut Lab's ‘miracle' solid-state battery confirms 0-80% charge in 4.5 min — but there's a catch BYD to unveil 1,500kW EV charger that can add 2km of range in 1 second Lucid (LCID) announces ‘step-change' in Q4 as it aims to build 25,000 to 27,000 EVs in 2026 Waymo adds 4 more cities to its robotaxi service, now 10 total (Tesla: still 0) 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/8u-7fZpN36M

Quick Charge
Donut solid-state batteries tested, Tesla engineer quits, and solar value

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026


On today's extraordinary episode of Quick Charge, we reflect on the fact that extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence, and both Donut Labs AND Tesla are a long long way from turning everyone into believers. While Donut Labs' allegedly groundbreaking solid state battery tech gets put to the test, Tesla engineer Victor Nechita, who served as Tesla's vehicle program manager for the Cybercab, has announced he is leaving the company as part of the recent exodus of the brand's top staff. Plus, a new study of 5,000 home sales showed that rooftop solar really does pay for itself – almost as soon as you put it in! Source Links Donut Lab's ‘miracle' solid-state battery confirms 0-80% charge in 4.5 min — but there's a catch Verge unveils 370-mile electric motorcycle with solid state battery; sounds too good to be true? This battery is about to change the world in 3 months, or make this guy a fool Tesla Cybercab program manager exits ahead of launch Tesla rolls first steering wheel-less Cybercab unit off the line before solving autonomy Tesla launches legal war over ‘Cybercab' name against seltzer company Report: solar could increase your home value by $39,500 to $79,000 EIA: 62% more renewable energy capacity is coming in 2026 Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Floodgates open for Tesla lawsuits, Waymo expands, and US goes nuclear

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026


On today's high-dollar episode of Quick Charge, Tesla is reeling from a $243 million judgement against it in a high-profile wrongful death case involving the company's Autopilot system, and has a hard time getting the relevant data to NHTSA. We've also got news that Waymo its expanding its L4 autonomous and driverless taxi operations into four new US cities across Florida and Texas, bringing its total to 10 compared to Tesla's 0 total cities with driverless electric vehicles in operation. Plus: the US Air Force has deployed the world's first portable 5MW nuclear reactor – which seems like the kind of thing we should all know about, you know? Source Links Tesla has to pay historic $243 million judgement over Autopilot crash, judge says Tesla avoids 30-day California sales suspension after dropping misleading ‘Autopilot' marketing Tesla sues California DMV to reverse ‘Full Self-Driving' false advertising ruling Tesla is having a hard time turning over its FSD traffic violation data Waymo adds 4 more cities to its robotaxi service, now 10 total (Tesla: still 0) Tesla admits it still needs drivers and remote operators — then argues that's better than Waymo Waymo founder trashes Tesla safety as Waymos illegally pass school buses World's first: US Air Force deploys portable nuclear power station Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Amazon grows van fleet, solar-powered semis, and BetterFleet stops by

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026


On today's smarter episode of Quick Charge, we've got CEO Daniel Hilson here to give us an in-depth look at how BetterFleet can help fleets and utilities manage their charging schedules to keep both energy costs and downtime to a minimum. We also take a look at Amazon's Rivian electric van fleet and how their goal of reaching 100,000 vans by 2030 is coming along, as well as a new solar-powered semi trailer that's using Australia's sunshine to keep food fresh from farm to store to table. Source Links Amazon grew its Rivian electric delivery van fleet by 50% in 2025 California's Helix water district gets state-of-the-art managed charging [Q&A] ACT Expo 2025 – one step forward, two steps back for clean trucking Check out BetterFleet GENIUS: adding solar panels to semi trailers is an idea so obvious it hurts Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
New Tesla (temp) Cybertruck, Cybercab, Ford wants China in the US, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 49:19


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 new Tesla (temporary) Cybertruck, Cybercab news, Ford wanting China 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 launches $60k AWD Cybertruck, reverses $15k Cyberbeast price hike Elon Musk kills first Tesla Cybertruck ($60k) that makes sense just 10 days after launch Tesla has to pay a historic $243 million judgement over Autopilot crash, judge says Tesla rolls first steering wheel-less Cybercab unit off the line before solving autonomy Tesla fans think this reviewer will have to shave his hair due to Musk's $30,000 Cybercab claim Tesla avoids 30-day California sales suspension after dropping misleading ‘Autopilot' marketing Tesla admits it still needs drivers and remote operators — then argues that's better than Waymo Ford is asking the Trump Administration to allow Chinese EV tech in the US Slate pricing to be revealed in June, ‘Blank Slate' truck still expected in the mid-$20k range Polestar goes on the offensive with FOUR new models in THREE years 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/UC9ayoQ-YDk

Quick Charge
Tesla's European future in doubt, but they didn't get banned in California!

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026


On today's labor-intensive episode of Quick Charge, Germany's largest union IG Metall is squaring off with Tesla in a major dispute involving a toxic work culture, criminal charges, defamation, and more – but at least they can still sell cars in California (for now). That's right, gang – Tesla has managed to avoid a sales ban in California by pivoting away from the use of the word "Autopilot" in its marketing (which explains that $99 FSD Supervised deal too, btw). Plus: Polestar is rolling out FOUR new production cars in then next THREE years and if you just can't wait for that, there's a whole lot of great deals on a new EV you can drive home today. That featured image up there, by the way, comes courtesy of IG Metall. Source Links Tesla calls police on IG Metall rep at Giga Berlin works council meeting before critical vote German union accuses Tesla ‘toxic' environment, files defamation against plant manager Tesla avoids 30-day California sales suspension after dropping misleading ‘Autopilot' marketing Polestar goes on the offensive with FOUR new models in THREE years Hyundai cuts EV prices in response to BYD and Tesla Toyota is already offering a $5,000 discount and 0% financing on its new EVs With a $10,000 discount, the Chevy Equinox EV is hard to pass up Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Robotaxis wreck 4x more than humans, and at least one Tesla wants to swim

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026


On today's crash-tacular episode of Quick Charge it's been a rough, rough week for Tesla stans as new data out of Austin shows Robotaxis crashing at rates more than 4x higher than humans, new data out of China shows sales crashing more than 45%, and a new video seems to show a Tesla trying to crash into a lake. We've got some of Fred's in-depth analysis of what's going on over at Tesla as they start rolling Cybercabs or Cybervehicles or whatever they're calling it off an assembly line, too – and even something the house that Elon built is doing right! Source Links Tesla ‘Robotaxi' adds 5 more crashes in Austin in a month — 4x worse than humans Tesla rolls first steering wheel-less Cybercab unit off the line before solving autonomy Chinese state media amplifies viral Tesla failure amid 45% sales crash Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving' tried to drive owner into a lake, viral video shows Tesla announces Powerwall 3P with native three-phase inverter Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Tesla Semi price, Toyota Highlander EV, Rivian R2, Ferrari Luce, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 24:03


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, Toyota Highlander EV, Rivian R2, Ferrari Luce, 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) US sales estimated to have dropped 17% in January Tesla (TSLA) sales in China crash 45% to lowest level in over three years Tesla is quoting $290,000 for its 500-miles electric semi truck Tesla launches Cybertruck V2G program in Texas, earning money with your truck's battery pack Tesla announces Powerwall 3P with native three-phase inverter Toyota reveals the Highlander EV as first 3-row electric SUV with 320 miles range [Images] Rivian (RIVN) Q4 and full 2025 earnings report: Tremendous YoY growth led by software Rivian R2 prototypes hit the media and revealed new performance specs as a Tesla Model Y competitor Ferrari reveals name of first electric car, ‘Luce,' shows off Jony Ive-designed interior EPA finalizes illegal dirty air plan to hike fuel costs 76c/gal, despite public outcry 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/t2mWV6bi2fw

Quick Charge
Texas bets on Tesla bets on WeChat, and a bet on Toyota to crack solid-state

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026


On today's Texas-sized episode of Quick Charge, Tesla Cybertruck owners in the Lone Star state get V2G access, Tesla Model 3 and Y models get WeChat via OTA, and Toyota has an all-new electric Toyota Highlander with up to 320 miles of range! We're also taking a look at a Japanese joint venture involving oil refining giant Idemitsu Kosan and Sumitomo Metal Mining that's helping Toyota scale up its solid-state battery production plus up to $5,000 off and 0% interest financing on new Toyota EVs. Source Links Tesla launches Cybertruck V2G program in Texas, earning money with your truck's battery pack Tesla partners with Tencent to bring WeChat inside over 1 million cars in China Toyota reveals the Highlander EV as first 3-row electric SUV with 320 miles range [Images] Big oil is betting big on Toyota to win the solid-state battery race Toyota is already offering a $5,000 discount and 0% financing on its new EVs find Toyota bZ deals near you (trusted affiliate) find Toyota C-HR deals near you (trusted affiliate) Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Tesla Semi specs and pricing, L4 haul trucks, and Windrose' mobile AI concept

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026


On today's long overdue episode of Quick Charge, we've finally got production specs and pricing on the Tesla Semi first revealed by Elon Musk nine (9) years ago. Will it be a revolution, or a case of too little, too late to make a real impact? We've also got a Level 4 autonomous mining truck backed by global EV leader BYD that's already being put to work on more than 30 mining sites, a look at the first preproduction Rivian R2s, and a mobile AI data center + BESS and charging solution from Windrose Electric CEO Wen Han that may be the most bonkers, or brilliant thing you see this week. Source Links Tesla reveals final Semi specs with two trims ahead of customer deliveries Tesla is quoting $290,000 for its 500-miles electric semi truck Rivian R2 enters final validation testing, spotted uncamouflaged on streets Rivian R2 prototypes hit the media and revealed new performance specs as a Tesla Model Y competitor Autonomous, battery-swap mining truck gets big-buck boost from BYD AI in a box: Windrose wants to containerize the data center Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Tesla hit by Epstein files, Roadster still lives, new Chinese EVs, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 61:29


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 getting hit hard by the Epstein files, Roadster is still alive, new Chinese 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: Two Tesla board members are all over the Epstein files: what happens next? Tesla (TSLA) can't find the bottom in Europe as 2026 starts with another brutal decline Tesla launches new Model Y AWD at $41,990 — just $2,000 more than base Tesla files new Roadster trademark with new silhouette Xpeng reveals first images of GX flagship SUV with Range Rover styling and steer-by-wire Xiaomi reveals 990-horsepower YU7 GT performance SUV with 186 mph top speed The world's first sodium-ion battery EV is here and it could be a game changer 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/ADzn1KTTUys

Quick Charge
Quick Charge checks out the e-bikes at CABDA Chicago 2026

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026


On today's show-stopping episode of Quick Charge, we're on location at the midwest's largest independent bicycle dealer show checking out some of the highlights from Himiway, Radio Flyer, Rambo, and a whole lot more! While controversy continues to swirl about e-bike regulations and major players seem to be coming and going and getting saved at the eleventh hour amid the uncertainty of all of this – it's still fun to get to experience the newest e-bikes firsthand, and that's exactly what CABDA 2026 is all about! Bike brands mentioned Aventon Aventon's newly launched Soltera ADV looks almost perfect – I'd only change one thing Aventon New Year Sale takes up to $500 off legacy + new e-bikes for lows from $999 Flyer Radio Flyer launches new 20 MPH utility electric bike Heybike Heybike Villain launched as low-cost 45 MPH light electric dirt bike Himiway Himiway Big Dog electric bike review: A cargo e-bike that's more like a moped Magnum Rambo Velotric Velotric Triker launched, giving e-trikes more power and speed – and tech Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Elon is in the files, Tesla sales are down, and Ford is NOT working with Xiaomi

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026


On today's island-hopping episode of Quick Charge, we have to talk about Elon Musk's cringey appearance in the Epstein files amid Tesla's rapid sales decline in Europe, as well as the ultra-fast Xiaomi SU7 Ultra and its own rapid sales decline. We've also got a look at the Tesla Robotaxi service and ask why its vehicles are crashing so much more often than human drivers, even with safety monitors in the car. All this and more – let us know what you think of today's episode in the comments! Source Links Tesla CEO Elon Musk lied about “refusing” Epstein island invite, newly released DOJ emails show Tesla (TSLA) can't find the bottom in Europe as 2026 starts with another brutal decline Tesla's own Robotaxi data confirms crash rate 3x worse than humans even with monitor Sales of the ultra-fast Xiaomi SU7 Ultra have ultra-plummeted to under 50 units Xiaomi SU7 outsells Tesla Model 3 in China for the first time Ford denies report that it plans to build EVs in the US with China's Xiaomi Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Tesla's auto suicide, Model S/X dead, Cybercab fiasco, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 63:30


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 automotive suicide, Model S/X getting axed in the process, the Cybercab fiasco, 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 is committing automotive suicide Tesla (TSLA) releases Q4 2025 financial results: slight beat on earnings Elon Musk kills Tesla Model S and Model X because of ‘autonomy' Tesla discloses ‘FSD subscriber' count for the first time: 1.1 million Tesla puts 4680 battery cells back in Model Y; Here's why Tesla panic-files ‘Cybercar' and ‘Cybervehicle' trademarks moments after Musk says them Tesla invests $2 billion in Elon Musk's xAI cash furnace Elon Musk is rumored to be floating merger between Tesla, xAI, and SpaceX Tesla lands major Semi charging deal with nation's largest truck stop operator Ford Explorer and Capri EVs updated with longer range, added power, and more Kia launched this EV pickup based on the PV5 for $30,000 This new Chinese EV pickup looks like the Toyota Hilux, but it's only $18,000 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/9sLdXYG-U60

Wheel-E
Rad got bought, NJ hates e-bikes, fake UL lawsuit, more

Wheel-E

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 67:04


This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a range of stories from new e-bike laws in New Jersey and Amsterdam, Rad Power Bikes getting bought out of bankruptcy, the clever way that e-bike batteries can be used for extra power during storms or even power a food truck, Honda's new 50 MPH electric scooter, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. 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, 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 also have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 Wheel-E podcast today: Rad Power Bikes may be saved? A mysterious buyer steps forward Another US state just signed a harsh new law requiring licenses, insurance for e-bikes The clever way food trucks are now using e-bike batteries How fake UL certifications lead to Amazon's major Chinese e-bike lawsuit Amsterdam just banned fat tire electric bikes The surprising way your e-bike could be a lifeline after a big storm Honda's new 50 MPH commuter ‘electric motorcycle' rolls out with interesting battery choice Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/rfSPE2LYtsc

Quick Charge
Electric take on winter weather while Tesla's sales slide continues

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026


On today's icy cold episode of Quick Charge, the only thing colder than the air outside most Americans' homes is the demand for Tesla Cybertrucks – so we've got some EV-focused tips on making it through the cold while Elon begins shipping CTs overseas. We've got plenty of tips for home solar and backup battery systems today, as well as some links to older posts about vehicle-to-home capable systems and, of course, some cold weather driving tips for EV drivers who may not be used to these chilly conditions. All that, Tesla sales, and some big batteries in North Carolina – enjoy! Source Links Home solar in rural America: how much battery do you need in a winter storm? Home solar in rural America: how much battery do you need to run a well pump? It's time to start recommending some Tesla Powerwall alternatives Here are 8 tips for the best EV winter range and performance Yes, an EV really CAN power your home – if it's one of these Tesla brings Cybertruck to Middle East amid US demand collapse Xiaomi SU7 outsells Tesla Model 3 in China for the first time Duke Energy brings $100M, 50 MW battery project online Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Tesla Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 is a beast, Aptera in danger, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 66:30


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 Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 being a beast, Aptera in danger, 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 didn't remove the Robotaxi ‘safety monitor' – it just moved them to a trailing car Tesla cuts standard Autopilot, paywalls basic safety feature behind FSD subscription Volvo reveals EX60 SUV, its fastest charging EV yet – and an offroad surprise Final form: Porsche's EVs will now Plug and (plug and) Charge at Tesla Superchargers Hyundai shows off the ultimate EV camper with solar power, a kitchen, and few other goodies EV battery leader CATL set to launch first sodium-ion batteries in passenger vehicles The Volkswagen ID.4 gets a sharp redesign and a new name you'll recognize Solar car maker Aptera (SEV) prices $9 million public offering at $2 per share; stock plunges Introducing Electrek Forums: A new hub for the EV and green energy community 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/61HaA9hkMGA

Quick Charge
Waymo founder: Tesla FSD would FAIL a DMV eye test, plus all-new Volvo EX60

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026


On today's highly observant episode of Quick Charge, Waymo founder John Krafcik takes aim at Tesla's Full Self Driving hardware limitations and Volvo Cars rolls out their most important new product of the 2020s: the all-new EX60 electric SUV! The Waymo founder says it's Tesla's antiquated camera tech, not necessarily its FSD software, that's keeping the company from offering truly autonomous robotaxis – and even says they'd fail a DMV eye exam! We've also got a look at the all-new, ultra fast charging Volvo EX60 and Peter Johnson looks into the crystal ball to peer into the future of Hyundai's upscale Genesis brand. Source Links Waymo founder John Krafcik: Tesla's Full Self-Driving has ‘bad case of myopia' Tesla patents ‘clever math trick' for HW3, but nothing points to delivering promised self-driving Tesla quietly cuts 1,700 jobs at Gigafactory Berlin despite denying it Volvo reveals EX60 SUV, its fastest charging EV yet – and an offroad surprise Volvo set to ditch LiDAR for 2026 – and Luminar is BIG mad Genesis outsold Infiniti in the US in 2025, now it's closing in on Lincoln and Acura Genesis emerges as a dark horse in the luxury EV space as even bigger plans unfold Genesis secretly designed this electric pickup and may bring it to life [Images] Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Tesla AI5 is late, Canada gets Chinese cars, and EV beats diesel in extreme cold

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026


On today's bitterly cold episode of Quick Charge, Elon says the chip he said was ready six months ago isn't actually ready, Chinese carmakers make a deal with Canada, and a series of new, real-world studies prove that EVs will save your fleet money over diesel, even in the most extreme cold weather use cases. We've also got another new entrant in the solid state battery race promising more than 600 miles per charge and an innovative new way to keep warm in the winter with a clever use of bricks and excess solar power. Source Links Elon Musk says Tesla ‘almost done' with AI5 design, 6 months after saying it was ‘finished' Canada breaks with US, slashes 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs to 6% Another Chinese EV giant begins testing solid-state batteries with 620+ miles range Even in extreme cold, EVs outperform diesel AND save drivers money Germany is using heated bricks to replace gas-fired industrial boilers Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are (allegedly) recorded several times per week, most weeks. We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Podcast: Tesla stops selling FSD, Canada and EU to slash Chinese EV tariffs, the battery that could change the world, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 85:27


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 to stop selling FSD, Canada and EU to slash Chinese EV tariffs, the battery that could change the world, 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) to stop selling Full Self-Driving package, moves to subscription-only: why it's a big move Tesla updates 2026 Model Y with new features, launches tiny third row in the US Canada breaks with US, slashes 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs to 6% EU and China are close to deal on electric cars, as Chinese EVs surge even with tariffs in Europe Rivian R2 validation units roll off production line, deliveries to follow ‘soon' Toyota's most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon This battery is about to change the world in 3 months, or make this guy a fool 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/7bkk6qDerFU

Wheel-E
'New' RadWagon, Ananda motor, LAND e-moto goes off-road, more

Wheel-E

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 52:49


This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bike launches from companies like Rad Power Bikes and Aventon, an updated e-bike conversion kit, Australian police crushing e-bikes (and other e-things), LAND Moto's new ADV electric motorcycle heads off-road while staying street-legal, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. 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, 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 also have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 Wheel-E podcast today: Rad Power Bikes launches ‘new' e-bike amid shutdown uncertainty Why Ananda's new M7000 e-bike motor matters more than its power numbers Can you even tell that this slick two-wheeler is an electric bike? Aventon's newly launched Soltera 3 ADV looks almost perfect – I'd only change one thing This lightweight device can turn almost any bike electric in seconds Why police are now sending some confiscated electric bikes to the crusher This American-made electric motorcycle is taking street-legal adventure off-road Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/EjCgMSTU4kI

Quick Charge
Tesla STOPS selling Full Self Driving, a sexy electric road bike, and Transformers

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026


On today's subscriber-focused episode of Quick Charge, Tesla stops selling Full Self Driving as the promise of a Tesla as an appreciating asset dies. Plus, someone's getting a $200 million bonus and Komatsu introduces its own, IRL take on a transforming farm robot at CES. At least one Tesla executive not named "Elon Musk" has reportedly earned a $200+ million bonus in stock according to a recent SEC filing, while Micah Toll shows off a sexy new road bike with a nearly invisible electric motor, Komatsu rolls out a new, real-life Transformer concept, and Hyundai's Genesis brand takes on Mercedes' AMG and BMW's M divisions. Source Links Tesla (TSLA) to stop selling Full Self-Driving package, moves to subscription-only: why it's a big move Tesla gives stock option package worth over $200 million to rare non-Elon ‘critical exec' Tesla settling another racism lawsuit after saying it would only settle fair lawsuits Can you even tell that this slick two-wheeler is an electric bike? Transformers get real: Kubota brings electric tractor concept to CES Genesis launches its first electric sports car: Meet the 650-HP GV60 Magma Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are supposed to be recorded several times per week (most weeks, anyway). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Stellantis kills its plugins, Tesla could back out of Berlin, and leasing vs. buying

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026


On today's plug-pulling episode of Quick Charge, Stellantis is pulling the plug on a number of popular plug-in hybrid models from Jeep and Chrysler, while falling sales and ongoing union clashes at Giga Berlin could spell the end of the road for Tesla production in Germany. We also take a quick look at some of the many other EVs going the way of the Dodo in 2026 (including the best-selling electric pickup in all the land and a credible Model Y competitor that never got a fair shake), a red wave of EVs headed into Europe, and why this writer thinks you should lease instead of buy – enjoy! Source Links The Jeep Wrangler 4xe is dead along with these two other Stellantis plug-in hybrids Last call: check out these EVs before they're gone for good in 2026 [update] Are Tesla Gigafactory Berlin's days numbered? Tesla throws ‘cringe' anti-union concert for Giga Berlin employees ahead of vote EU and China are close to deal on electric cars, as Chinese EVs surge even with tariffs in Europe Forget what you've heard – leasing your car is almost ALWAYS the right move Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are supposed to be recorded several times per week (most weeks, anyway). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Battery holy grail too good to be true, NVIDIA open sources self-driving, Tesla Model Y 'Standard', and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 64:55


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 a battery holy grail too good to be true, NVIDIA open sourcing self-driving, Tesla Model Y 'Standard' Long Range, 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 launches ‘Standard' Model Y Long Range in Europe, and non-Long Range in Canada Tesla's full 2025 data from Europe is in, and it is a total bloodbath Elon Musk's xAI tells investors it will build AI for Tesla Optimus, amid breach of fiduciary duty lawsuit Nvidia unveils open-source AI for autonomous driving, ships in Mercedes-Benz CLA in Q1 2026 Elon Musk wishes NVIDIA luck on self-driving, strangely silent on Hyundai's humanoid robot Elon Musk moves goalpost again: admits Tesla needs 10 billion miles for ‘safe unsupervised' FSD Verge unveils 370-mile electric motorcycle with solid state battery; sounds too good to be true? Ford goes all in on L3 eyes-off driving, starting with the $30,000 EV pickup Volvo's new 400-mile EX60 is a specs monster Kia reveals three new GT EVs, two sporty electric SUVs and a hot hatch 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/7iQnyeOWDcY

Quick Charge
Congressman claims Tesla design killed at least 15, solar tax credit lives on

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026


On today's heated episode of Quick Charge, a US Congressman claims Tesla's poor design caused at least 15 deaths, Elon says he's a few billion miles away from real Full Self Driving, and Volvo teases an incredible new EX60 with 400 miles of range. It's hard to understate how wild it is for a sitting US Congressman to call out a specific person and company like this, and it'll be interesting to see how it plays out. Today's show also explores Tesla's moving goalposts for Full Self Driving and the upcoming SPA3 EX60 from Volvo while the 30% home solar tax credit gets a new lease on life and Germany sets a new clean energy benchmark despite geography working against them. Source Links US Congress introduces ‘SAFE Exit Act' targeting Tesla door handles after claiming 15 deaths Elon Musk moves goalpost again: admits Tesla needs 10 billion miles for ‘safe unsupervised' FSD Volvo's new 400-mile EX60 is a specs monster The 30% solar tax credit is dead — long live the 30% solar tax credit! Solar power overtakes coal and gas in Germany, a country with little sun Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are supposed to be recorded several times per week (most weeks, anyway). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Tesla tanks in Europe, Geely eyes the US, and CES 2026 kicks off in Las Vegas

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026


On today's all-consuming episode of Quick Charge, we've got some quick takes from the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show! One of the largest tech and mobility trade shows on the planet, CES has already seen advanced AI, a drone you can ride, advanced AI, and more! We've also got an all-new SUV from the Sony/Honda partnership, Afeela, sales numbers from Chevy, Genesis, and Lucid, and even an "extended range RV" backed by the home power experts at Anker. You can find out more in the source links, below, then let us know what you think in the comments. Featured image via CES. Source Links Best of CES 2026: All of the weird, wild, and wonderful reveals from the biggest show in tech Honda and Sony will deliver their first EV in 2026, but this SUV may be an even bigger hit Nvidia unveils open-source AI for autonomous driving, ships in Mercedes-Benz CLA in Q1 2026 Check out the LEO JetBike – a personal propeller-free eVTOL that anyone can fly Anker-backed RV startup thinks you'll love their “extended-range” camper Chinese auto giant Geely to announce entry into US EV market within 2-3 years Tesla's full 2025 data from Europe is in, and it is a total bloodbath GM sold more than twice as many EVs in the US as Ford in 2025 Genesis outsold Infiniti in the US in 2025, now it's closing in on Lincoln and Acura Lucid (LCID) beats the odds after Q4 production surges more than 100% Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are supposed to be recorded several times per week (most weeks, anyway). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Quick Charge
Tesla rolls out 0% financing to boost declining sales as Hyundai sets records

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026


In this first, thrilling Quick Charge episode of the new year we've got declining Tesla sales in China and the US, a rare 0% financing deal on a new Model Y, and a brand-new EV sales champion was crowned in 2025. We'll also taking a look at Hyundai's fifth consecutive record sales year with nearly 1 in every 3 new Hyundai's sold being electric and another third being hybrids, and explore some of the big promises being made by a two-wheeled startup that's making some heady solid-state battery claims that carry plenty, plenty of asterisks. Source Links Tesla is starting to get squeezed by competition in China, confirms first year of sales decline BYD officially crushes Tesla in all-electric sales for 2025, secures global BEV crown All the EVs you can buy with 0% financing in January 2026 Hyundai goes ‘5 for 5' in 2025 with another record sales year Verge unveils 370-mile electric motorcycle with solid state battery; sounds too good to be true? Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are supposed to be recorded several times per week (most weeks, anyway). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Tesla Q4 deliveries, BYD secures BEV crown, Cybercab spotted, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 52:47


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 Q4 deliveries, BYD securing the BEV crown, the Cybercab being spotted, 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 Q4 delivery results: confirms decline in sales is accelerating Elon Musk's top 5 Tesla predictions for 2025 that didn't happen Tesla Cybercabs spotted testing, unsurprisingly with steering wheels Tesla releases video of Tesla Semi electric truck charging at impressive 1.2 MW BYD officially crushes Tesla in all-electric sales for 2025, secures global BEV crown Renault Group closes out 2025 with a new EV efficiency record 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/g3v9ztssbFw

Wheel-E
10k mile e-bike, regen hub motors, more

Wheel-E

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 72:09


This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a new semi-recumbent e-trike, regen from hub motors, a 10,000 mile e-bike, new CA e-bike laws, Talaria Komodo, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. 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, 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 also have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 Wheel-E podcast today: This ultra-comfortable electric trike could keep more people riding for years longer Rad Power Bikes files for bankruptcy, hoping to sell the company After 10,000 miles, here's what happened to this electric bike We've been lied to – electric bike motors CAN do regen, at least with this genius trick New California law will target the parents of child e-bike riders Talaria Komodo launched as new 65 MPH electric dirt bike Bo M2 review: The premium e-scooter unlike anything I've ever tested before Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/9D0lELHkDpk

Electrek
Tesla's mission is no longer 'sustainable', VW Buzz lives, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 39:38


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 mission is no longer being 'sustainable', VW Buzz is still alive, 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: Elon Musk drops ‘sustainable' from Tesla's mission as he completes his villain arc Tesla's Robotaxi project in Austin is much smaller than Musk claims Honda buys out EV battery plant in the US for nearly $3B as it preps for an all-new lineup Watch BYD's insanely fast EV charger add nearly 250 miles range in 5 minutes [Video] Volkswagen shelves its electric minibus for the US, but not forever 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/t2U1W27nU7A

The Clean Energy Show
The Most Important Stories of 2025

The Clean Energy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 53:56


A look back at the biggest clean energy developments of 2025 — and we reveal why electric trucking in China may be the most important story of the year. We break down record global growth in solar, wind, and EV adoption, explain how renewables are now outpacing fossil fuels in new investment, and explore why China's rising clean power generation is finally pushing its CO₂ emissions lower even as electricity demand grows CES 293 - Google Docs. (Letters are being held over until our next bonus episode.) The show also checks in on Norway, the world's EV laboratory, where electric vehicles now dominate both new sales and the overall vehicle fleet. The hosts discuss what Norway's data tells us about the future of gas, diesel, hybrids, and plug-in hybrids — and what it means for automakers still betting on combustion engines. Other highlights include a major San Francisco power outage, Volkswagen shelving the ID. Buzz in the U.S., and encouraging new data suggesting the world may have passed peak air pollution. Links mentioned San Francisco power outage (CNN): https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/21/us/outage-sf-power-san-francisco Norway EV market update (CleanTechnica): https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/22/evs-take-98-4-share-in-norway-bev-fleet-overtakes-diesel/ World may have passed peak air pollution (Our World in Data): https://ourworldindata.org/data-insights/the-world-has-probably-passed-peak-air-pollution Volkswagen shelves ID. Buzz in the U.S. (Electrek): https://electrek.co/2025/12/19/volkswagen-shelves-electric-minibus-for-us-not-forever/ CES 293 - Google Docs The Lightning Round Global EV sales are projected to hit 20 million vehicles in 2026 Contact Us cleanenergyshow@gmail.com or leave us an online voicemail: http://speakpipe.com/clean Support The Clean Energy Show Join the Clean Club on our Patreon Page to receive perks for supporting the podcast and our planet! Our PayPal Donate Page offers one-time or regular donations. Store Visit The Clean Energy Show Store for T-shirts, hats, and more!. Copyright 2025 Sneeze Media.    

Electrek
We bought 2 new EVs, Tesla Robotaxi, Ford's $19B EV charge, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 66:26


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 Seth and me (Fred) each buying a new EV, Tesla Robotaxi progress, Ford's $19 billion charge on EVs, and much 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: I tested Tesla's latest ‘mind blowing' Full Self-Driving v14 Tesla reports another Robotaxi crash, even with supervisor as it moves to remove them Tesla's patent applications show slower innovation and shift to AI/autonomous driving FSD false advertising case: Tesla must stop lying or it can't sell cars, judge rules Rivian rolls out software update 2025.46, including Universal Hands-Free driving and digital key for Apple and Android users Another EV battery swapping company is going bankrupt Ford reveals next-generation F-150 Lightning EREV, but kills off the EV version Is the Volkswagen ID.Polo the affordable EV successor it needs? GM considers former Tesla Autopilot head Sterling Anderson as next CEO, report says Waymo seeks massive $15 billion raise at $100 billion valuation to fuel robotaxi expansion 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/4Jc-1xJ-U10

Wheel-E
The biggest e-bike stories of 2025

Wheel-E

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 70:37


This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories of 2025 from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes California's new e-bike regulations and updated laws, Bafang's automatic-shifting hub motor, e-bike brand shutdowns, China opting for lead-acid over lithium batteries, Honda's upcoming low-cost electric motorcycle, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. 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, 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 also have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 Wheel-E podcast today: Starting today, California is coming for your e-bike throttles Bafang's new automatic shifting hub motor could change urban e-biking Popular high-power electric bike brand announces shutdown If you think electric bikes are bad, there's a much bigger menace hitting our roads China urges citizens to trade in ‘old lithium e-bikes' for newer lead acid electric bikes Honda's new super low-cost electric motorcycle could come at the perfect time ‘Not safe or legal' – Cops continue crackdown on Sur Ron style electric bikes This bike has 2 huge batteries, 2 big motors and might be perfect for the snow Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/aDbV1uPye90

Electrek
Tesla Optimus fail, Rivian AI/Autonomy day, Mercedes GLB EV, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 59:43


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 a very telling Tesla Optimus fail, Rivian's AI/Autonomy day, Mercedes GLB 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 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 Optimus robot takes a suspicious tumble in new demo Tesla US sales drop to under 40,000 units following tax credit expiration, lowest in years Tesla CEO Elon Musk claims driverless Robotaxis coming to Austin in 3 weeks Rivian AI & Autonomy Day: In-house silicon chip, next-gen AI platform, LiDAR for Level 4 self-driving [Video] Subaru's new electric SUV delivers over 300 miles range and it starts at under $35,000 The Mercedes GLB is back as an electric SUV and it's better in just about every way [Images] Global EV sales jump 21% in 2025 as Europe surges and the US stalls Ford and SK On kill massive $11.4B US battery joint venture, split factories between them 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/ZM1kpEBNtak

The Clean Energy Show
How Kenya's EV Revolution Is Changing Urban Transport

The Clean Energy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 45:32


Nairobi's ride-hailing sector hits 40% electric motorcycles as Bolt logs 4.8 million EV rides. Financing from M-KOPA and Watu helps riders switch to cheaper, cleaner bikes, and local companies like Roam and Ampersand expand assembly and charging. Norway agrees to study its post-oil future after a deal with the Greens to pass the 2026 budget. EV incentives begin to scale back as adoption goals are met: https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/article/norway-to-examine-scenarios-for-post-oil-economy/. Thermostats Part 2 with Brian and James reviews the McVeggie. He wonders if it's actually just a mayo sandwich. They react to CNN's Bill Weir covering Trump's MPG rollback (full clip on Patreon: https://patreon.com/cleanenergypod) and look back at The Price Is Right giving away a $112,000 Tesla Roadster in 2010 and other EVs over the years: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPq_I_L2UL4. A drone strike damages the protective shelter over the Chernobyl reactor. UN inspectors say repairs are needed, though experts caution against panic. BBC link: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98nldr06l2o James wakes up to hazardous air quality as Environment Canada issues a 10+ AQHI alert. LA becomes officially coal-free after the Intermountain Power Project shuts down, ending decades of coal power for the city. More from Electrek: https://electrek.co/2025/12/08/los-angeles-power-supply-is-now-officially-coal-free/. Contact Us cleanenergyshow@gmail.com or leave us an online voicemail: http://speakpipe.com/clean Support The Clean Energy Show Join the Clean Club on our Patreon Page to receive perks for supporting the podcast and our planet! Our PayPal Donate Page offers one-time or regular donations. Store Visit The Clean Energy Show Store for T-shirts, hats, and more!. Copyright 2025 Sneeze Media.    

Electrek
Tesla texting and driving, Trump kills mpg, Aptera update, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 59:10


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 allowing texting and driving on FSD v14, Trump killing CAFE's MPG standard, an Aptera update, 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) sales keep crashing in Europe with a single market temporarily saving it Tesla launches ‘Standard' Model 3 in Europe with aggressive pricing to stop bleeding sales Elon Musk claims Tesla FSD drivers can now text and drive, do police agree? White House unveils plan to raise your fuel costs, despite affordability crisis The Lexus LFA is back, and this time it's 100% electric Toyota's $15,000 electric SUV is a hit in China Aptera (SEV) shows off assembly line for solar electric ‘car', updates on battery and testing 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/poMA4gH3fys

Wheel-E
1M Tern miles, kids on Sur Rons, LiveWire scooter, more

Wheel-E

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 82:29


This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes Tern's NYC e-bike delivery fleet surpasses 1 million miles, the CPSC has a stark warning about Rad's e-bike batteries, what parents should know if their kid wants a Sur Ron e-moto, JackRabbit MG Doble review, Strutt's EV1 electric mobility chair, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. 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, 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 also have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 Wheel-E podcast today: Tern's NYC delivery e-bike fleet crosses 1 million miles, with some bikes rolling past 30k CPSC warns Rad Power Bikes owners to stop using select batteries immediately due to fire risk JackRabbit MG Doble review: The 2-person ‘e-bike' that's way too fun Parents, here's what to know if your kid wants a Sur Ron or high power e-bike Yamaha launches new electric scooter with Honda's swappable batteries Why LiveWire's new electric maxi-scooter could finally make Americans fall in love with scooters I tried the Strutt EV1 – the autonomous robot-chair hybrid that might redefine mobility Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/2ZCweu9wD5c

Electrek
Tesla Robotaxi setback, Mercedes-Benz CLA EV, Bollinger is over, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 50:10


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 a big Tesla Robotaxi setback, the new Mercedes-Benz CLA EV, Bollinger is over, and more. Today's episode is brought to you by Climate XChange, a nonpartisan nonprofit working to help states pass effective, equitable climate policies. Sales end on Dec. 8th for its 10th annual EV raffle, where participants have multiple opportunities to win their dream model. Visit CarbonRaffle.org/Electrek to learn 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: Elon Musk slashes Tesla Robotaxi fleet goal from 500 to ~60 in Austin Elon Musk admits other automakers don't want to license Tesla's ‘Full Self-Driving' Tesla announces expected FSD approval date in Europe, regulators deny Tesla faces class action over Powerwall recall that leaves people with bricked batteries The Mercedes-Benz CLA EV starts at under $48,000 with impressive driving range Bollinger Motors is dead again – probably for good this time 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/OsXJ2KY7VYY

Quick Charge
2026, and the road ahead for clean fleets with TRC's Joe Annotti

Quick Charge

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025


TRC hosts the ACT Expo – America's premier clean commercial vehicle show – and helps fleets find the funding and resources they need to decarbonize. On today's episode of Quick Charge, we've got TRC's Sr. VP of incentives Joe Annotti here to give us a 30,000 ft view of the road ahead. We've also got a sneak peek at the agenda for the 2026 ACT Expo in Las Vegas, which is set to spotlight the full spectrum of technologies driving fleet advancement today, from digital and connected solutions to low-carbon and zero-emission vehicles. More than 12,000 attendees are expected from the fleet, shipping, OEM, utility, infrastructure, energy, and telematics sectors will be on hand, with a few dealers and policymakers to spice things up. But, of course, the biggest buzzwords will be AI, autonomy, software-defined vehicles, and incentive-stacking – all of which might mean something else to a commercial fleet than it does to a soccer dad. "The accelerated development and deployment of the range of digital solutions – on top of the increasingly wide array of powertrain technologies and fuel choices available to today's commercial customers – is truly astounding," says Erik Neandross, President of the Clean Transportation Solutions group at TRC, producers of ACT Expo.  "It is an incredibly exciting time in our industry, but one that we also know can be dizzying for fleets to keep up with it all." come together for four days of peer-to-peer education, real-world case studies, and direct access to the people and solutions shaping the industry I've included a few articles from last year's ACT Expo in the show notes, below, as well as some links that we reference in the interview. Enjoy! Source Links Win your dream EV in Climate XChange's 10th Annual Raffle! Zenobe arrives in North America Honda wants to sell you a fuel cell Hyundai opens up about its hydrogen semi ABB has figured out this whole charging deal Windrose gets real, and Wen Han signs my truck Volvo has the best deal going for commercial EVs New Mack electric trucks are coming, and one is already here Bigger, badder Section 179 tax credit could POWER UP fleet electrification efforts Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are supposed to be recorded several times per week (most weeks, anyway). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage podcast series. Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show. If you're considering going solar, it's always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it's free to use, and you won't get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.  Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you'll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

Electrek
Electricity is the base currency, Tesla Robotaxi crashes, new Porsche Cayenne EV, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 78:23


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 electricity becoming the base currency, Tesla Robotaxi crashes, the new Porsche Cayenne 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 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 had 3 more crashes, now 7 total Tesla Robotaxi ‘safety driver' caught sleeping on video Tesla delays next-gen AI5 chip to mid-2027, Cybercab will launch on AI4 hardware Waymo expands to three more US cities with test vehicles rolling out immediately The most powerful Porsche ever is electric: The new 1,139hp Cayenne EV Meet the Jeep Recon EV: An off-road electric SUV that's an absolute beast [Images] Lucid Motors launches Gravity Touring SUV, starting below $80,000 [Video] Genesis is crashing the luxury party with the GV60 Magma, its first performance EV Check out Hyundai's cool new off-road electric SUV concept [Images] Electricity is about to become the new base currency and China figured it out 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/xJmqdgS1hrg

Wheel-E
Rad's sunset, Onewheel minibike, flatbet e-trike, and more

Wheel-E

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 68:20


This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes the potential end of Rad Power Bikes, Tern's new belt-drive Vektron, a semi-solid-state e-bike battery coming soon on a production e-bike, ALSO drops price on its entry-level model, a tilting flat-bed electric trike/truck, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. 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, 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 also have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 Wheel-E podcast today: Rad Power Bikes says it may close down by January Tern launches next-gen Vektron folding e-bike in the US – now with belt drive This is the first ever semi-solid-state battery going into a production e-bike Rivian's ALSO announces lower $3,500 price for its fancy new e-bike New tilting flatbed e-trike is like a pedal powered pickup truck Maker of Onewheel launches wild new electric mini bike that does self-balancing wheelies This electric motorcycle folds down to the size of a carry-on suitcase Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/E-prmDFXePw

Electrek
Apple CarPlay in Tesla cars, VW on Superchargers, Toyota electric pickup, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 52:00


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 Apple CarPlay possibly coming to Tesla cars, VW getting access to Superchargers, a Toyota electric pickup, 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 is working on Apple CarPlay integration, report says Tesla recalls over 10,000 Powerwalls in the US after several fires Tesla Supercharger live availability is now in Google Maps Volkswagen EVs finally get access to Tesla Superchargers (for real this time) Waymo expands service map and adds freeway access to three major US cities Toyota's first electric pickup is finally here [Images] Toyota opens the doors to its first EV battery plant in the US, but that's not all 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/TaYQYgsgsxQ

Electrek
Tesla is now Elon's, Xpeng goes AI, Rivian earnings, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 77:04


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 how Tesla is now Elon's after the shareholders' meeting, Xpeng going all-in on AI, 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 (TSLA) shareholders shoot selves in foot, approve Musk $1 trillion payday Elon Musk says Tesla FSD will allow ‘texting and driving' in ‘a month or two' Tesla delays ‘flying' Roadster demo to April Fools' Day, production to 2027/28 Tesla launches ‘Multipass' in more markets for frictionless third-party charging Tesla updates its electric semi truck design Xpeng AI Day: new AI model powering robots, robotaxis, and flying cars Rivian (RIVN) Q3 2025 report: Revenues and deliveries rise, R2 closer than ever, plus a new AI co. Ford's electric F-150 Lightning pickup may be all but dead BMW updates its best-selling EV with more range and power Toyota teases a new vehicle and it sure looks like an electric truck 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/by3S0W0PWbA

Wheel-E
CA e-bike voucher dies, Zero Motorcycles scooter, VMAX review, and more

Wheel-E

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 77:26


This week on Electrek's Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a new e-bike model from Tenways, California kills off its e-bike voucher program, a review of the new VMAX VX2 Hub e-scooter, Zero launches a scooter, NIU's got a new micro-car, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek's YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. 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, 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 also have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 Wheel-E podcast today: California quietly kills e-bike voucher program, funnels funds into cars instead Tenways launches new 750W all-terrain city e-bike built for comfort and range Revealed: The tiny device police use to catch illegally fast e-bikes and e-scooters VMAX VX2 Hub 33 MPH e-scooter review: Fast yet surprisingly stable – and affordable! First look at Zero Motorcycles' new electric scooter launched today LiveWire reveals more details on its new lower cost S4 Honcho electric motorcycle NIU's scooter-sized electric microcar is actually headed for production Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/T_s2w4GZe5w

Electrek
Tesla's 'flying' Roadster, Elon's pay, new EVs from Japan, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 52:53


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 'flying' Roadster, Elon's pay package, new EVs unveiled at Japan's mobility show, 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: Elon Musk says Tesla Roadster ‘flying' demo is coming Tesla ‘Robotaxis' keep crashing despite ‘safety monitors' Tesla Full Self-Driving v14 disappoints with hallucinations, brake stabbing, and speeding Tesla signals Cybercab might actually get a steering wheel Elon Musk is not leaving Tesla, but he is using the threat as blackmail Canada is rumored to imminently remove tariffs on Chinese electric cars Lucid's (LCID) $50,000 midsize EVs will offer ‘mind-off' Level 4 autonomy This electric hot hatch is the Subaru STI we deserve The Toyota Corolla EV is bringing a sharp new look, but that's just the start [Images] Kia delays EV4 indefinitely – America loses more choice due to tariffs 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/r4VcGw2y9h0

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TSLA earnings madness, Rivian layoffs, Ford pauses F-150 Lightning, more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 71:49


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 madness, Rivian layoffs, Ford pausing F-150 Lightning, 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 Q3 2025 financial results: earnings decline despite record revenue Elon Musk: Tesla is increasing EV production based on anticipated demand for self-driving Elon Musk says he needs $1 trillion to control Tesla's robot army. Yes, really. Tesla announces production of a new solar panel in the US Tesla confirms electric semi truck production is delayed despite recently claiming otherwise Two former Tesla self-driving leaders are telling a different story than Elon Musk The Cadillac Escalade IQ will be GM's first vehicle with eyes-off driving Rivian to lay off about 4% of staff to possibly lean down ahead of 2026 R2 launch [Update] Ford is halting F-150 Lightning production to focus on more profitable gas and hybrid trucks GM kills BrightDrop electric van production, blames ‘slow demand' as sales were ramping 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/kt7YjRTnQG0

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Tesla investing in xAI, Norway 100% EV, Aptera goes public, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 46:15


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 investing in xAI, Norway going 100% EV, Aptera going public, 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 investing in xAI: the good, the bad, the ugly Elon Musk's SpaceX and xAI are buying Tesla's unsold Cybertrucks Norway says ‘mission accomplished' on going 100% EV, proposes incentive changes GM's feeling the heat after the US pulled the plug on the $7,500 EV tax credit Aptera secures access to $75 million to bring its solar car to production Kia plans to build 100,000 EV2 and EV4 models a year, far more than expected 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/95on4af77Rc

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Ferrari Elettrica, Tesla's stripped-down Model 3/Y, new Bolt EV, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 81:44


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 Ferrari unveiling the specs for the Elettrica, Tesla's stripped-down Model 3 and Model Y, new Bolt 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 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: Ferrari reveals the specs of its first all-electric car: Elettrica Ferrari is rejecting fake engine noise for its first EV, and opts for ‘authentic' motor sound Tesla releases ‘more affordable' Model 3/Y that costs $2k+ more than last week Tesla releases FSD v14, first major update in a year, here's what it can do NHTSA launches another investigation into Tesla's ‘Full Self-Driving' after 58 crashes Tesla is in hot water for mishandling insurance claims GM unveils new Chevy Bolt – same package, new battery, low $29k price Lucid (LCID) reports record Q3 deliveries and EV production, but it may not be enough Solar car maker Aptera is about to go public and I'm worried (updated) 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/DOhwqKxXhNs

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Tesla delivery record, V4 Supercharger, messy US EV market, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 67:52


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 delivery record, V4 Superchargers, a messy US EV market, 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) announces 497,000 EV deliveries in Q3 Tesla's ‘more affordable' Model Y spotted uncamouflaged on highway Tesla launches Model Y Performance in the US for $57,500 Tesla confirms new Model Y Performance supports bidirectional charging Tesla launches first full V4 Supercharger station with 500 kW capacity Tesla revives its solar business by bringing back solar leasing Rivian (RIVN) Q3 deliveries beat expectations as it narrows its annual delivery guidance Honda's electric SUV is a hit, thanks to steep discounts The Chevy Equinox EV is taking off as America's best-selling EV outside of Tesla New Chevy Bolt seen charging at Tesla Supercharger in LA a week before reveal Ford's $30,000 EV isn't the pickup you think it is Chevy Silverado EV Trail Boss first off-road adventure 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/JkdiXj8E3PM

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Tesla delivery estimate, FSD v14, Lucid Gravity, and more

Electrek

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 71:50


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 Q3 delivery estimate, the launch of FSD v14, Lucid Gravity ramp-up, and more. Today's episode is brought to you by Climate XChange, a nonpartisan nonprofit working to help states pass effective, equitable climate policies. The nonprofit just kicked off its 10th annual EV raffle, where participants have multiple opportunities to win their dream model. Visit CarbonRaffle.org/Electrek to learn 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) is having its first and last good quarter in a while Tesla (TSLA) is down 22% in Europe while EVs were up 30% Tesla complains about EPA's new policy its CEO paid more than $200 million for Tesla is finally launching FSD v14 and Elon Musk says it ‘feels sentient' Tesla influencers tried Elon Musk's coast-to-coast self-driving, crashed before 60 miles Lucid (LCID) ramps up Gravity production, massive numbers spotted in drone flyover Tesla co-founder invests in tiny electric truck startup TELO Xiaomi officially sets up shop in the EU with new R&D Design Center The new Mercedes CLA L EV launched in China, starting at only $36,000 with serious range 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/KKJDXqLUKZI