Podcasts about Polestar

In today's podcast you will hear the first part of the story of the great Hari devotee Dhruva.Bhagat Dhruv, also known as Dhruva, is a revered figure in Hindu scriptures, particularly known for his unwavering devotion to Lord Vishnu. The story of Dhruva, found in the Vishnu Purana and Bhagavata Purana, highlights his journey from neglect to becoming the Pole Star. This amazing story is found in Shrimad Bhagwat. Narad ji preached to Dhruva how to meditate on Lord Vishnu, how to see him in the mind and how the sadhana should be done. After this, when Lord Shri Hari appears, how Dhruva praises him and how pleased Lord Vishnu gives Dhruva such a boon which no one has ever received.

Welcome to the Everything EV Podcast from EV Powered, hosted by Matt Allan and George East.This week, we're looking ahead to Goodwood Festival of Speed, tracking the future of UK EV adoption, and reviewing some of the most exciting new electric car news from around the world.This week's highlights:Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024We speak to Matt Hearn, Head of Content at Goodwood FOS, about this year's dynamic EV showcase, how electric cars are taking centre stage, and the most exciting battery-powered models set to go up the hill. Alpine A290 Rallye revealedThe all-electric Alpine A290 hot hatch gets a competition-ready sibling. We discuss what this rally-spec version means for Alpine – and EV motorsport.Polestar 7 to be built in EuropeThe next-generation Polestar 7 will be built at Volvo's new Slovakian factory, as the brand looks to secure its European manufacturing base. What does it mean for the Polestar line-up?Geely's UK launch with the EX5Geely Auto is coming to the UK – again – this time with the EX5, an affordable family SUV. Can the Chinese giant cut through a saturated segment?Half-year UK EV data analysedWe break down the latest UK stats on EV registrations and charging infrastructure rollout – and what it tells us about the health of the market.Xiaomi SU7: Europe-bound?With 680bhp and serious Tesla Model Y ambitions, the Xiaomi SU7 might be coming to Europe. Is this Chinese tech titan now a serious EV challenger?Don't forget to follow, like, and subscribe to stay up to date with the latest in EVs, charging, and everything electric.For more EV news, visit EVPowered.co.uk#EverythingEV #GoodwoodFOS #EVPodcast #Polestar7 #GeelyEX5 #AlpineA290 #XiaomiSU7 #EVNews #UKCharging #EVRegistrations #ElectricVehicles #EVFuture #EVMarket #TeslaRival

Det är tisdag och det betyder Elbilsveckan, inte trodde du det var semester? Som på beställning så diskuterades farthållarspaken i forumet, Esse har fått meddelande om att slänga sig mellan ytterligheter med mycket självförtroende, Gullin rekommenderar inte elbil och Polestar har bekräftat det vi redan visste. Första halvåret har gått och siffrorna har kommit in, en bil sticker ut och det är inte en personbil. Sist men inte minst så har Gullin slagit nytt laddrekord när han testat Zeekr 7X. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart HYUNDAI AND KIA STRENGTHEN EV MARKET POSITION IN EUROPE https://evne.ws/4ewOO97 UK AUTOMOTIVE GROUPS UNITE AGAINST EV MISINFORMATION https://evne.ws/44geF1q GEELY TO LAUNCH EX5 ELECTRIC SUV IN UK MARKET https://evne.ws/3GuuEjd POLESTAR CONFIRMS EUROPEAN PRODUCTION OF COMPACT CROSSOVER FOR 2028 https://evne.ws/3GqoMHV EV BUYERS INCREASINGLY PREFER EMERGING BRANDS https://evne.ws/4nwRFmv RIVIAN DELIVERIES DROP DUE TO TARIFFS AND LOWER EV INCENTIVES https://evne.ws/4eCN2mO SK ON COUNTS ON SLATE EV BATTERY AGREEMENT FOR TURNAROUND https://evne.ws/3IczJgH COALITION PRESSES EU TO PRESERVE BATTERY SUPPLY CHAIN DUE DILIGENCE https://evne.ws/3TIt80d DIDI LAUNCHES 1,600 KW MEGAWATT EV SUPERCHARGING STATION IN CHINA https://evne.ws/44KwN3D LEASING BOOM TO BOOST USED EV MARKET BY 2025 https://evne.ws/45TNZF4 RECHARGE COMPLETES CARD READER INSTALLATIONS https://evne.ws/44JhF6C JOE ROGAN HIGHLIGHTS SUPERIOR SUSPENSION TECH IN NIO ET9 https://evne.ws/4lX4i8X

Det är dags för ännu ett avsnitt av Elbilsveckan och duon diskuterar vart körriktningsväljaren ska sitta, Esse gillar inte en stor växelspak i en amerikanare, det är tydligt. Volvo har bekräftat när EX60 visas upp och ytterligare detlajer har dykt upp gällande Polestar 7. Esse har grävt i V2G hos Volvo och Tesla har fått igång sin test av självkörning i Texas. Dessutom har Gullin nu kört Audi A6 Standard Range för att se om den duger till något alls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Lohscheller, CEO of Polestar, reflects on mobility's evolving scope, the geopolitics of car making in 2025, and what consumers really want out of the cars they drive today.

What is the broader Microsoft strategy behind the new Xbox branded MetaQuest 3S headset? Insta360 has a new wearable wireless mic about the size of an Apple AirTag and weighs only 7.9 grams, with 10 hours of battery life, and a 300-meter range. Why are Several major automakers including Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Polestar, and Renault saying no to CarPlay Ultra support? And Microsoft adds yet more ways to get security updates for Windows 10 after its EOL on Oct 14th. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, Joe. To read the show notes in a separate page click here! Support the show on Patreon by becoming a supporter!

#322 – Autotelefon-Autorätsel: Was ist aktuell das PS-stärkste Auto, das man in Deutschland kaufen kann? Ob es aus Frankreich, Italien oder Schweden kommt, klärt sich überraschend schnell. Zumindest schneller als eine Kugelumlauflenkung in den Geradeauslauf zurückkehrt. Und sonst so? Wir wundern uns über die Verarbeitungsqualität eines Testwagens und gratulieren Polestar zum PR-Triumph in Brescia! Hosts: Paul-Janosch Ersing, Michael Blumenstein // Wer lesen kann, ist klar im Vorteil? Zumindest unsere Podcast-Hörer*innen wissen Bescheid und können sich auf https://www.autotelefon-podcast.de auch mit dem geschriebenen Wort auseinandersetzen. Wir nennen es Lektüre. Jede Woche neue Themen zum Nachlesen!

In this week's EV Quest Podcast, we're gearing up for the Melbourne EV Show, happening 27–29 June at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. The event will feature EV brands, test drive experiences, talks from industry experts, and hands-on exhibits.Riz from Carloop is a Brand Ambassador and MC for the event, and Adrian will also be attending.Vehicle brands on display include: Polestar, Zeekr, Kia, Mercedes, Mazda, VW, XPeng, Audi, Smart, Leapmotor – plus a host of other exhibitors.

Det ligner tryghed med faste udgifter og ny bil hvert tredje år. Men hvis noget går galt, er privatleasing reelt det vilde vesten. Uden klageadgang, uden beskyttelse og uden hjælp. Privatleasing lyder trygt og overskueligt, men i virkeligheden befinder leasingkunder sig i et juridisk ingenmandsland, når bilen fejler. Der findes intet effektivt klagesystem, og leasingaftalen kan hurtigt blive til en fælde, hvor man betaler tusindvis af kroner for en bil, man ikke kan bruge. Et aktuelt eksempel er en privatleasingkunde, der måtte betale 7.300 kr. om måneden for en ny Polestar 4, selvom bilen havde alvorlige fejl og i praksis ikke kunne køre på motorvej. I denne uges Bilradio sætter vi fokus på et voksende problem i et marked, hvor over hver tredje nye elbil er privatleaset, og hvor forbrugerbeskyttelsen halter langt bagud. Ugens øvrige emner i Bilradio: Citroën i sikkerhedskrise: Stop med at køre i din bil, advarer StellantisTakata – verdens største bilskandale: Over 100 mio. airbags tilbagekaldt globaltNissan Leaf vender tilbage: Nu som el-crossover med op til 604 km rækkeviddeKia PV5 – praktisk el-MPV: Rummelig elbil med skydedøre og plads til barnevognSkoda Elroq RS: Elbil med RS-navn. Men er det pengene værd? Nio gør comeback: Fokus på Firefly. Lille elbil med luksus og 330 km rækkevidde Test: VW ID. Buzz GTX: 340 hk og firehjulstræk. Men stadig mere lounge end sportsvognLytterspørgsmål: Skal man altid kaste en god benzinbil i grams til fordel for el? Værter: Christian Schacht og Jan Lang Redaktør: Jacob Grosen Klip og produktion: Kasper RisgaardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is such a deep and contemplative conversation that I think everyone will find something of interest and most certainly something to contemplate further. We were all over the board. The Nature of Symbols. The power of Symbols. The effects of Symbols. What is going on. Where are we. What are we. The Polestar. North-pole. Black hole sun. Dreams. And much more. *There are a couple places that may seem like odd edits and I apologize as the audio was corrupted.You may find all things Mario here:https://www.symbolicstudies.com/Tips are most welcome:⁠buymeacoffee.com/niish⁠Our website:⁠https://thecosmicsalon.com⁠I want to thank the producers of this show:Meredith Walako (Scheduling, bookings, and social media manager). Eggtooth. Cale Darnegie. Lalita Karoli. Jorge. Susan Jenkins. LynnRadius. Kerry Hoyal. Sarah Etta. Susan Miller. Lizz Radican. Claire Cathcart. Steven Mercer. Pamela Holdahl. Jake Vanek. WiseNightOwl. Marcey Shapiro. Noël Jeanette. Melanie Poe. Jason Lambson. Neil Macnaughton. Mark Boettcher. Kate Kukulkan.Everlong,Niish-

On this episode of Inside Content, Hayley Bull, Vice President at 3Vision, is joined by Anya Ernest, who leads app ecosystem initiatives at Polestar .They explore how Polestar has partnered with broadcasters like SVT and BBC, and how native app support from providers like TV2 in Norway is shaping the future of automotive media. Anya also shares her perspective on how EVs change the expectations for content in the car, and gives us a hint at what's coming next.Stay in the content world loop

Welcome back to the Everything EV Podcast from EV Powered, hosted by Matt Allan, George East, and Richard Alvin.This week, we're packed with reviews, insights, and some eyebrow-raising news from the electric vehicle world.First drives & reviews:Matt gets behind the wheel of the updated Toyota BZ4X and the all-new Urban Cruiser EV – are the upgrades enough?George tests the Skoda Enyaq L&K and VRS, revealing how it stacks up against the Abarth 600e.We give our verdicts on the Alpine A290 hot hatch and the city-sized BYD Dolphin Surf.George also spends 10 days with the Tesla Model 3 Long Range – and ends up unexpectedly impressed.In the news:XPeng G6 gets 450kW ultra-rapid charging – could this beat the Tesla Model Y at its own game?Rachel Reeves' first budget hints at support for EVs, but where's the detail?Polestar's frictionless fleet ordering stuns our hosts – how we bought a car in under 5 minutes.Xiaomi electric SU7 Ultra beats Porsche and Rimac lap times at the Nürburgring.And is Decora really America's answer to Rolls-Royce?Exclusive interview:Endurance racing legend Romain Dumas joins us ahead of the 2024 Pikes Peak Hill Climb to talk EV racing, his electric Ford supertruck, and what makes Pike's Peak the perfect EV challenge.Don't forget to like, follow and subscribe to catch our special bonus episode featuring an extended chat with car enthusiast and EV advocate Jonny Smith.For more EV news, reviews and opinions, visit EVPowered.co.uk#EverythingEV #ElectricVehicles #TeslaModel3 #ToyotaBZ4X #SkodaEnyaq #EVNews #PikesPeak #XPeng #GAC #BYD #EVPodcast

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 being in the crosshairs of the Musk/Trump divorce, EV sales in Europe, a new Hyundai electric minivan, 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: Here's how Tesla might be impacted by the Musk/Trump divorce Tesla becomes desperate with Cybertruck, launches biggest discount yet Tesla admits it would ‘suffer financial harm' if its self-driving crash data becomes public Tesla (TSLA) sales continue to crash in Europe as it clings to a fluke in Norway BYD outsold Tesla in the UK last month and it's catching up fast for the year Hyundai's electric minivan spotted driving for the first time [Video] The 2026 Polestar 4 is officially on sale in the US, priced slightly higher than originally promised Nissan reveals new photos of the next-gen LEAF EV and confirms its global debut 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/8bBw6n8X4NM

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart 2026 POLESTAR 4 HITS U.S. MARKET https://evne.ws/3HoaDek HYUNDAI ELEXIO CHINA-BUILT ELECTRIC SUV https://evne.ws/43LaCJ3 NEW THIRD-GENERATION NISSAN LEAF DETAILS https://evne.ws/45eRQfD XIAOMI YU7 SUV PRICING DETAILS https://evne.ws/4dS1tD8 DS N°4 ELECTRIC SEDAN PRICED FROM €45,990 https://evne.ws/3T5smtE NIO'S FIREFLY EV HEADS TO UK https://evne.ws/4dJakqw HYUNDAI'S IONIQ LINE DRIVES US SALES GROWTH https://evne.ws/3T7jhk1 ELECTRIFY AMERICA TRIALS DUAL-CONNECTOR STATIONS https://evne.ws/3FG0F7I POWERGO EXPANDS ULTRA-FAST CHARGING NETWORK https://evne.ws/3Fn1SRm OXFORD INTRODUCES ELECTRIC MOORINGS TO CUT POLLUTION https://evne.ws/45FCIb6 WOLFSBURG PLANT MAY SHIFT TO FOUR-DAY WEEK https://evne.ws/43JJUjV ROME AIRPORT DEPLOYS SECOND-LIFE EV BATTERIES https://evne.ws/3Zj3jXI

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart POLESTAR 7 PREMIUM EV CROSSOVER LAUNCH https://evne.ws/4kTNJdv NIO'S SEVEN-MARKET EUROPEAN PUSH https://evne.ws/3FvCoRN VW DEVELOPING ELECTRIC GOLF GTI https://evne.ws/4jDqeEl RIVIAN OTA UPDATE ENABLES MANUAL BATTERY PRECONDITIONING https://evne.ws/4kpEWAb SHELL'S HAMBURG MEGAWATT CHARGING LAB https://evne.ws/43ODpfX KIA UK ELECTRIC EXPERIENCE TOUR https://evne.ws/3FD1oGL USED EV PRICES DROP, DEMAND JUMPS https://evne.ws/3SuupY2 POLESTAR SLAMS LONDON'S EV CONGESTION CHARGE https://evne.ws/3SutU06 PORT MOVES TO ZERO-EMISSION DRAYAGE TRUCKS https://evne.ws/3ZgA3Rf AFFORDABLE VW ID BUZZ CAMPER PODS https://evne.ws/4klun0J UNSOLD TESLAS PILING UP AT PLAZA https://evne.ws/3Syqhq0 XIAOMI EV EYES PROFIT H2 2025 https://evne.ws/4dLhFpv

Description:In this episode of Kilowatt, I cover the launch of the 2026 Polestar 4 in the U.S., and discuss Ford's F-150 Lightning recall and Chevy's competitive Silverado EV. We celebrate GM's growth in EV sales while addressing BYD's labor violation allegations in Brazil and dealership closures in China. I also examine a proposed annual fee for U.S. EV owners and Tesla's efforts to localize its battery supply chain. Lastly, I preview our next episode with Arc Motors' founders, focusing on converting combustion engine vehicles to electric.Support the Show:PatreonAcast+Other Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteSources: Ford F-150 Lightning recallChevy Silverado EV work truck gets cheaperGM was the number on EV seller in Canada for Q1 2025Brazilian prosecutors sue BYD and 2 of its contractorsBYD dealer closes showroomsEV federal road taxNew Jersey Turnpike Authority and Tesla end Supercharge deal, part 1New Jersey Turnpike Authority and Tesla end Supercharge deal, part 2Tesla lobbies for unified federal autonomy rulesTesla's domestic battery plans2026 Polestar 4 officially goes on-sale in the USAdam Jonas tells Tesla investors to be wary of Robotaxi until we get more details*Show Art Created By Dall-eSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contactGet a great deal on home solar (or add a quality battery to your existing setup): https://autoexpert.com.au/solarIn this video:Polestar has just started offering battery state of health certificates on select used Polestar 2s being resold in its dealer network. Companies don't get up in the morning and randomly decide this kind of thing is a good idea. It has to be for a reason.According to them: "As part of the Polestar Pre-owned programme, in which select used cars re-enter the partner network, the certificate transparently shows customers the battery health and capacity of a used Polestar 2. Certifying the useable battery as a percentage, customers can purchase a pre-owned Polestar 2 with peace-of-mind that the car's battery is in optimal condition."The battery in a Polestar 2 is actually one of the few things that's proven quite robust so far, with very few owners complaining about range falling into the Marianas Trench. There have been plenty of other faults, but not the battery.Doing this is most probably because the rest of the car has proven to be such an unreliable, abject lemon. Like, don't mind the lemon - look at how healthy the battery is, dude. Again, according to them: "Since its launch in 2020, Polestar 2 has received over 20 over-the-air (OTA) software updates, allowing the car to continuously improve over time. For Polestar 2, OTA updates have led to efficiency gains, extending the car's range through battery management, new functionality with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as many loved apps including Waze and YouTube. With regularly scheduled software updates, Pre-owned customers can be assured they have the latest software features in their car."This is a very interesting way to put it. It's a totally true statement - as far as it goes - but not exactly a complete picture of the OTA reality. I'd argue that many - maybe most - of these OTAs are (often unsuccessful) attempts to fix something that should have been sorted in R&D, before deploying the vehicle publicly.So, battery health certificate or not, Polestar 2 is set to go down in the history books as one of the first enduring EV lemons. Cybertruck is on the podium, certainly, but Polestar 2 is up there, in the Lemon-Scented EV Sweepstakes.

If stars had trophy cases, Vega’s would be packed. The leading light of Lyra was the first star other than the Sun to have its picture taken, the first to have its spectrum taken, and the first with a published measurement of its distance. Vega is impressive in many ways. It’s more than twice the size and mass of the Sun, and about 50 times the Sun’s brightness. It’s encircled by a wide belt of dust, produced by collisions between big chunks of ice and rock. In about 12,000 years, it’ll serve as the Pole Star. And in about 200,000 years it’ll become the brightest star in the night sky. Vega first had its picture taken in 1850. In 1872, an astronomer took a picture of its spectrum, spreading its light into its individual wavelengths. A spectrum reveals a star’s composition, motion, and much more. In 1838, Russian astronomer Friedrich von Struve published Vega’s parallax – the first publication for any star. He plotted its position when Earth was on opposite sides of the Sun. That revealed a tiny shift against the background of more-distant objects. That shift revealed a distance of about 26 light-years – just one light-year off the modern measurement. Vega is low in the east-northeast at nightfall and climbs high overhead during the night. It’s the fifth-brightest star in the night sky, so you can’t miss it – a beautiful star with a case full of trophies. Script by Damond Benningfield

In this exclusive episode of the Fully Charged Show Podcast, Imogen sits down with Michael Lohscheller, the newly appointed CEO of Polestar Cars. With a rich background spanning legacy giants like VW and Mitsubishi, to EV disruptors like Nikola and VinFast, Lohscheller shares his perspectives on navigating Polestar through a pivotal moment in the automotive industry and working towards profitability. Imogen and Michael delve into the challenges surrounding ramping up production and preparing for the launch of the Polestar 5 and 7, to tackling the impact of tariffs and global supply chain shifts. They also delve into Polestar's strategy for sustainability, including its moonshot Polestar 0 project to create a truly climate-neutral vehicle, and what sets Polestar apart from competitors in an increasingly crowded EV market. Podcast or Michael's accidental 8 month performance review?! You decide!  @EverythingElectricShow   @fullychargedshow    This episode is sponsored by Duracell Energy! Enter the Free Prize Draw to WIN your own Duracell Energy bunny here: https://www.duracellenergy.com/givaway/ Get a free quote for solar and battery from Duracell Energy here: https://bit.ly/4i9ERid Free Prize Draw Terms & Conditions can be found here: https://www.duracellenergy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Prize-Draw-2025-Puredrive-Energy-Ltd.pdf Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: https://everythingelectric.show Check out our sister channel: https://www.youtube.com/@fullychargedshow Why are our episodes now sponsored? https://fullycharged.show/blog/dan-caesar-on-x-insta-youtube-and-why-we-made-a-contro[…]s-on-fully-charged-everything-electric-electric-vehicles-uk/ Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff Become a Fully Charged SHOW Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fullychargedshow Buy the Fully Charged Guide to Electric Vehicles & Clean Energy : https://buff.ly/2GybGt0 Subscribe for episode alerts and the Fully Charged newsletter: https://fullycharged.show/zap-sign-up/ Visit: https://FullyCharged.Show Find us on X: https://x.com/Everyth1ngElec Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fullychargedshow To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: commercial@fullycharged.show Everything Electric CANADA - Vancouver Convention Center - 5th, 6th & 7th September 2025 Everything Electric SOUTH (UK) - Farnborough International - 10th, 11th & 12th October 2025 Everything Electric AUSTRALIA VIC - 14th, 15th & 16th November 2025 #fullychargedshow #everythingelectricshow #homeenergy #cleanenergy #battery #electriccars #electricvehicles #polestar #tesla #geely

Driving the Zeekr X SUV – a small premium electrified SUV, a relativelynew Chinese brand released last October. Part of the Geely group that alsoowns Volvo, Polestar, and Lotus. Zeekr a rather unusual Chinese brandwith its global design operations based in Gothenburg Sweden. As suchthe European design influence on the Zeekr X is immediately apparent –this is a compact SUV with a premium feel in fit and finishes - theintegration of the lights into the front of car individual and distinctive – Twomodels RWD and AWD, I drove the latter at $64,900 plus on-road costs.Step inside and you’re met with exceptional quality and an ambience that’swarm, inviting and different. Seat comfort immediately noticeable, poweradjustment on both front seats – event the synthetic leather trim looksquality and authentic. The AWD comes with dual electric motors fed by a66kWh battery producing a lightning quick 0 to 100km in just 3.8 secondsHighly equipped with wireless phone charging, power heated and cooledfront seats and a panoramic glass roof. Worst feature, a large centraltouchscreen, and no operational buttons for aircon or radio. But certainly,the most impressive Chinese electric SUV I’ve driven to date. Drive detailnext. I’m David BerthonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description:In this episode of Kilowatt, I lead a comprehensive roundtable discussion on the latest developments in electric vehicles (EVs) with guests Lamarr Wilson and Pat Dengler. The conversation kicks off with the refreshed 2025 Tesla Model Y, where Lamar shares his insights on its updated suspension and acoustic features. We also compare various models, including the BMW iX, where Pat discusses its luxurious feel, and transition to the Polestar 3, exploring its pricing and design against competitors. Lamarr highlights the design of the Kia EV6 while discussing its value in relation to the market. As we wrap up, we delve into the newly announced Slate pickup truck, discussing its minimalistic design and accessibility for first-time buyers. This collaborative exchange broadens our exploration of consumer preferences in the evolving EV landscape, making this episode essential for enthusiasts and potential buyers.Support the Show:PatreonAcast+Other Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteGuest Links: Lamarr Wilson (Website)@LamarrWilson on the SocialsPat Dengler (Website)@PatDengler on the Socials*Show Art Created By Dall-eSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Benjamin and Chance react to all the new accessibility features Apple previewed for iOS 19, like Magnifier and vehicle motion cues for Mac. This week also saw the surprise debut of next-gen CarPlay, now called CarPlay Ultra, arriving first in partnership with Aston Martin. We've also got some more rumors about some software features to expect at WWDC.  And in Happy Hour Plus, HBO corrects the Max branding mess. Should Apple follow suit? Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Insta360: Get a free 45-inch invisible selfie stick with your Insta360 X5 purchase at store.insta360.com with promo code happyhour. Available for the first 30 purchases only, so act quick. Sponsored by ExpressVPN: Secure your online data TODAY by visiting expressvpn.com/happyhour to find out how you can get up to four extra months FREE. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you're in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring a new Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links This is what happens when the Vision Pro shows up on The Price Is Right. Justin Ryan | Redefine Reality Apple unveils iOS 19 accessibility features: Magnifier for Mac, App Store labels, more CarPlay in iOS 19: Apple previews two new accessibility features iOS 18's best in-car feature is now coming to the Mac too Next-gen CarPlay, branded CarPlay Ultra, starts rolling out today Here are the automakers committed to supporting CarPlay Ultra Top Gear gives us a detailed look at Apple CarPlay Ultra [Video] Hands-on: In a world of CarPlay uncertainty, Polestar 2's dual-screen interface shines Apple might increase iPhone 17 prices, but not reveal the true reason – WSJ macOS 16 to enable clipboard privacy protection Gurman: iOS 19 to include new feature to greatly simplify public Wi-Fi experience iOS 19 will upgrade iPhone's battery life using Apple Intelligence: report iOS 19 should be ‘less glitchy' than past updates, per report Max is changing its name again, back to ‘HBO Max' HBO Max on TikTok

This week Steve Cropley and Matt Prior return to the store cupboard as they discuss why liberal Americans like Subarus much more than conservatives do, Cropley tells Prior about the brilliance of the Lotus 49, and the pair discuss two vans with seats - the VW ID Buzz and Vauxhall Combo Life. There's more, too, including the Land's End Trial, the Polestar 4, the Volvo 360, and your correspondence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spies In My Blood: A Polish Family's Secret Fight Against Nazis & Communists (Polestar-Media, 2025) is the true story of two brothers raised in New York by WWII exiles and their journey to Poland. Each takes a different path to infiltrate the Communist secret police on a mission to uncover the truth about their family of soldiers, spies, and assassins. Which brother would go into the family business?Alex Storozynski was the first in his family born in the United States, a new leaf on the family tree. When he set out to find his roots in Poland during the Cold War, his Mama stitched secret pockets into boxer shorts where he could hide his cash, passport, and important documents. Before he left to go behind the Iron Curtain, his mother warned him: “Be careful of your brother's friends.” His big brother George, a banker, told him, “Mama doesn't want you to go into the family business.”As an aspiring journalist, Storozynski interviewed Polish rock stars, filmmakers, and artists fighting censorship. He navigated the black market and learned to thrive in the surreal and repressive system. He persuaded the Communist government to give him a scholarship to write a doctoral dissertation about the most hated man in Poland, the military regime's press spokesman, Jerzy Urban. But he asked too many questions.Storozynski attended Urban's press conferences with American journalists and met underground Solidarity activists trying to overthrow the government. He translated interviews with opposition leaders like Lech Wałesa for The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Boston Globe.There's a Polish saying, “You can't fool your genes; it's in your blood.” The Communist secret police (SB) stole Storozynski's visa and interrogated him. When Senator Ted Kennedy arrived in Warsaw to give The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award to Adam Michnik and the parents of martyred opposition priest Father Jerzy Popiełuszko, Storozynski spent time with the Kennedy clan and taught them to sing Sto Lat (May He Live 100 Years) to the opposition.The SB had enough. After investigating Alex Storozynski, they wrote: “The findings in the case show that he is familiar with the working methods of special services.” Storozynski was declared an “enemy of the state” and banned from Communist Poland.This is the true story of Alex Storozynski's quest to uncover the nitty-gritty of three generations of spies in his blood.Winston Churchill's words serve as a stark warning: “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” With the Russian Army again trying to move the border between East and Western Europe, the dormant Cold War has reignited a hot war. Russia's invasion of sovereign nations and killing of Ukrainians is a grim reminder of the need to avoid repeating history. Motorized terror squads are once again murdering Jews, and civilian bombing deaths are written off as collateral damage. The gravity of the situation cannot be overstated. Alex Storozynski is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, award-winning author, filmmaker, songwriter, and President Emeritus & Chairman of the Board of The Kosciuszko Foundation.Stephen Satkiewicz is an independent scholar whose research areas are related to Civilizational Sciences, Social Complexity, Big History, Historical Sociology, military history, War studies, International Relations, Geopolitics, as well as Russian and East European history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Spies In My Blood: A Polish Family's Secret Fight Against Nazis & Communists (Polestar-Media, 2025) is the true story of two brothers raised in New York by WWII exiles and their journey to Poland. Each takes a different path to infiltrate the Communist secret police on a mission to uncover the truth about their family of soldiers, spies, and assassins. Which brother would go into the family business?Alex Storozynski was the first in his family born in the United States, a new leaf on the family tree. When he set out to find his roots in Poland during the Cold War, his Mama stitched secret pockets into boxer shorts where he could hide his cash, passport, and important documents. Before he left to go behind the Iron Curtain, his mother warned him: “Be careful of your brother's friends.” His big brother George, a banker, told him, “Mama doesn't want you to go into the family business.”As an aspiring journalist, Storozynski interviewed Polish rock stars, filmmakers, and artists fighting censorship. He navigated the black market and learned to thrive in the surreal and repressive system. He persuaded the Communist government to give him a scholarship to write a doctoral dissertation about the most hated man in Poland, the military regime's press spokesman, Jerzy Urban. But he asked too many questions.Storozynski attended Urban's press conferences with American journalists and met underground Solidarity activists trying to overthrow the government. He translated interviews with opposition leaders like Lech Wałesa for The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Boston Globe.There's a Polish saying, “You can't fool your genes; it's in your blood.” The Communist secret police (SB) stole Storozynski's visa and interrogated him. When Senator Ted Kennedy arrived in Warsaw to give The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award to Adam Michnik and the parents of martyred opposition priest Father Jerzy Popiełuszko, Storozynski spent time with the Kennedy clan and taught them to sing Sto Lat (May He Live 100 Years) to the opposition.The SB had enough. After investigating Alex Storozynski, they wrote: “The findings in the case show that he is familiar with the working methods of special services.” Storozynski was declared an “enemy of the state” and banned from Communist Poland.This is the true story of Alex Storozynski's quest to uncover the nitty-gritty of three generations of spies in his blood.Winston Churchill's words serve as a stark warning: “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” With the Russian Army again trying to move the border between East and Western Europe, the dormant Cold War has reignited a hot war. Russia's invasion of sovereign nations and killing of Ukrainians is a grim reminder of the need to avoid repeating history. Motorized terror squads are once again murdering Jews, and civilian bombing deaths are written off as collateral damage. The gravity of the situation cannot be overstated. Alex Storozynski is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, award-winning author, filmmaker, songwriter, and President Emeritus & Chairman of the Board of The Kosciuszko Foundation.Stephen Satkiewicz is an independent scholar whose research areas are related to Civilizational Sciences, Social Complexity, Big History, Historical Sociology, military history, War studies, International Relations, Geopolitics, as well as Russian and East European history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/national-security

Spies In My Blood: A Polish Family's Secret Fight Against Nazis & Communists (Polestar-Media, 2025) is the true story of two brothers raised in New York by WWII exiles and their journey to Poland. Each takes a different path to infiltrate the Communist secret police on a mission to uncover the truth about their family of soldiers, spies, and assassins. Which brother would go into the family business?Alex Storozynski was the first in his family born in the United States, a new leaf on the family tree. When he set out to find his roots in Poland during the Cold War, his Mama stitched secret pockets into boxer shorts where he could hide his cash, passport, and important documents. Before he left to go behind the Iron Curtain, his mother warned him: “Be careful of your brother's friends.” His big brother George, a banker, told him, “Mama doesn't want you to go into the family business.”As an aspiring journalist, Storozynski interviewed Polish rock stars, filmmakers, and artists fighting censorship. He navigated the black market and learned to thrive in the surreal and repressive system. He persuaded the Communist government to give him a scholarship to write a doctoral dissertation about the most hated man in Poland, the military regime's press spokesman, Jerzy Urban. But he asked too many questions.Storozynski attended Urban's press conferences with American journalists and met underground Solidarity activists trying to overthrow the government. He translated interviews with opposition leaders like Lech Wałesa for The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Boston Globe.There's a Polish saying, “You can't fool your genes; it's in your blood.” The Communist secret police (SB) stole Storozynski's visa and interrogated him. When Senator Ted Kennedy arrived in Warsaw to give The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award to Adam Michnik and the parents of martyred opposition priest Father Jerzy Popiełuszko, Storozynski spent time with the Kennedy clan and taught them to sing Sto Lat (May He Live 100 Years) to the opposition.The SB had enough. After investigating Alex Storozynski, they wrote: “The findings in the case show that he is familiar with the working methods of special services.” Storozynski was declared an “enemy of the state” and banned from Communist Poland.This is the true story of Alex Storozynski's quest to uncover the nitty-gritty of three generations of spies in his blood.Winston Churchill's words serve as a stark warning: “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” With the Russian Army again trying to move the border between East and Western Europe, the dormant Cold War has reignited a hot war. Russia's invasion of sovereign nations and killing of Ukrainians is a grim reminder of the need to avoid repeating history. Motorized terror squads are once again murdering Jews, and civilian bombing deaths are written off as collateral damage. The gravity of the situation cannot be overstated. Alex Storozynski is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, award-winning author, filmmaker, songwriter, and President Emeritus & Chairman of the Board of The Kosciuszko Foundation.Stephen Satkiewicz is an independent scholar whose research areas are related to Civilizational Sciences, Social Complexity, Big History, Historical Sociology, military history, War studies, International Relations, Geopolitics, as well as Russian and East European history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/eastern-european-studies

Dine værter i denne uge er Anders Richter, Christian Grau og Nils Petter Bro.Grau har kørt Polestar 3 færdig og giver sin endelige dom.NP kører den nye Audi A6 Avant e-tron.I nyhederne vender vi det danske bilsalg i april og en vanvittig historie om en lang række biltyverier i New Jersey.I auktionsnyt snakker vi om den dyreste Formel 1 hjelm solgt på auktion, båret af Ayrton Senna.Brevkassen er sprængfyldt med spørgsmål indsendt af jer lyttere. Vi laver endnu engang sammenskudsgilde i verdens sværeste bilquiz, som i denne uge har temaet "familiebiler".Afsnit 184 er publiceret d. 12. maj, 2025.

Spies In My Blood: A Polish Family's Secret Fight Against Nazis & Communists (Polestar-Media, 2025) is the true story of two brothers raised in New York by WWII exiles and their journey to Poland. Each takes a different path to infiltrate the Communist secret police on a mission to uncover the truth about their family of soldiers, spies, and assassins. Which brother would go into the family business?Alex Storozynski was the first in his family born in the United States, a new leaf on the family tree. When he set out to find his roots in Poland during the Cold War, his Mama stitched secret pockets into boxer shorts where he could hide his cash, passport, and important documents. Before he left to go behind the Iron Curtain, his mother warned him: “Be careful of your brother's friends.” His big brother George, a banker, told him, “Mama doesn't want you to go into the family business.”As an aspiring journalist, Storozynski interviewed Polish rock stars, filmmakers, and artists fighting censorship. He navigated the black market and learned to thrive in the surreal and repressive system. He persuaded the Communist government to give him a scholarship to write a doctoral dissertation about the most hated man in Poland, the military regime's press spokesman, Jerzy Urban. But he asked too many questions.Storozynski attended Urban's press conferences with American journalists and met underground Solidarity activists trying to overthrow the government. He translated interviews with opposition leaders like Lech Wałesa for The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Boston Globe.There's a Polish saying, “You can't fool your genes; it's in your blood.” The Communist secret police (SB) stole Storozynski's visa and interrogated him. When Senator Ted Kennedy arrived in Warsaw to give The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award to Adam Michnik and the parents of martyred opposition priest Father Jerzy Popiełuszko, Storozynski spent time with the Kennedy clan and taught them to sing Sto Lat (May He Live 100 Years) to the opposition.The SB had enough. After investigating Alex Storozynski, they wrote: “The findings in the case show that he is familiar with the working methods of special services.” Storozynski was declared an “enemy of the state” and banned from Communist Poland.This is the true story of Alex Storozynski's quest to uncover the nitty-gritty of three generations of spies in his blood.Winston Churchill's words serve as a stark warning: “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” With the Russian Army again trying to move the border between East and Western Europe, the dormant Cold War has reignited a hot war. Russia's invasion of sovereign nations and killing of Ukrainians is a grim reminder of the need to avoid repeating history. Motorized terror squads are once again murdering Jews, and civilian bombing deaths are written off as collateral damage. The gravity of the situation cannot be overstated. Alex Storozynski is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, award-winning author, filmmaker, songwriter, and President Emeritus & Chairman of the Board of The Kosciuszko Foundation.Stephen Satkiewicz is an independent scholar whose research areas are related to Civilizational Sciences, Social Complexity, Big History, Historical Sociology, military history, War studies, International Relations, Geopolitics, as well as Russian and East European history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"To reach these simple, remarkable ideas is sometimes also a bit of luck. In the process, you find something you can't really imagine." - Bjorn KussofskyIn this episode, Radim Malinic interviews Bjorn Kussofsky, founder of Stockholm Design Lab. Bjorn shares his journey from aspiring pop star to renowned designer, including the pivotal moment when Andy Warhol designed a record sleeve for his band. This experience influenced his decision to pursue design instead of music. Established in 1998, Stockholm Design Lab was founded with the vision of creating a multidisciplinary design company that could handle holistic branding. The studio now employs about 25 people and works with international clients on design and branding projects. Throughout the conversation, Bjorn emphasizes their philosophy of creating "simple, remarkable ideas" by reducing clutter and focusing on context. He discusses how they strive to create designs that stand the test of time, acknowledging that reaching simplicity requires both process and luck. Bjorn reflects on Scandinavian simplicity, noting that when it's truly effective, it goes beyond style to reveal the essence of something, often born from necessity and resource constraints. Despite growing his company, Bjorn remains deeply involved in the creative work rather than focusing on business aspects. The conversation explores notable projects including Polestar and the recent Sigma rebrand, showcasing how Stockholm Design Lab's approach to simplicity creates distinctive brand identities that resonate in cluttered marketplaces.Key takeaways:Staying relevant is crucial for design companies - creating impactful work in the present rather than relying on past achievementsThe philosophy of "simple, remarkable ideas" drives Stockholm Design Lab's approach to designFinding uniqueness in design is challenging - often it's the context that makes something feel newGreat design comes from a combination of strategic process and serendipitous discoveryEffective Scandinavian simplicity goes beyond aesthetics to truth - stripping away clutter to reveal essenceBjorn values finding and employing talented people as one of the most rewarding aspects of running a studioLogos should never be judged in isolation - they must be evaluated as part of a comprehensive brand systemPhysical artifacts like books serve as important time capsules for preserving design legacyLongevity is a measure of success in design - creating work that remains relevant for decadesThe Polestar project demonstrates how simplicity can create powerful differentiation in a cluttered marketplace Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFcFree audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobookSigned books https://novemberuniverse.co.ukLux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off)November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)

In this episode, Eric sits down with Åsa Borg, the Chief Marketing & Commercial Operations Officer at Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car brand that's challenging the automotive industry. Since launching in 2017, Polestar has rapidly expanded to 27 markets globally with their lineup of electric vehicles. Åsa brings her wealth of experience from 20 years at Volvo Cars to this challenger brand, offering unique insights on the difference between marketing for an established brand versus building one from scratch.One of the key takeaways from this conversation is how Polestar approached sustainability—making it core to their brand identity rather than just a marketing message. Åsa shares that transparency is a fundamental value for Polestar, especially in an industry that has historically hidden its environmental impact. We also dive into their decision to bring creative and media capabilities in-house, which has allowed for greater consistency, speed, and control over their brand expression across all 27 markets. Another fascinating aspect of our discussion explores how AI is being integrated into their marketing operations, from improving translation to maintaining brand tonality across markets. If you're interested in automotive marketing, sustainability branding, or building in-house creative capabilities, this episode is packed with valuable insights!Watch the video version of this podcast on Youtube ▶️: https://youtu.be/fSEW2Vl2Sf8  

The stars Kochab and Pherkad serve several roles. They’re part of the body of Ursa Minor, the little bear. They form the outer edge of the bowl of the Little Dipper. And they’re “guardians of the pole” – they circle around Polaris, the star that marks the north celestial pole. Both stars are giants – they’ve puffed up at the end of the prime phase of life. Kochab is about 50 times the Sun’s diameter, and 450 times its brightness. Pherkad looks fainter than Kochab, but only because it’s almost four times farther. In reality, it’s more than twice as bright. The stars are so big and bright because they’ve exhausted their original supply of nuclear fuel. That’s triggered changes in the cores of the stars that have caused them to puff up. In ages past, both stars were much closer to the pole than they are today. In fact, Kochab was the closest bright star to the pole for a millennium. It was the best pole star about 3100 years ago. But it wasn’t nearly as good a marker as Polaris – it never got closer than about seven degrees, which is almost the width of a fist held at arm’s length. Thanks to an effect called precession, it’s moved away from the pole. So Kochab and Pherkad serve as guardians of the pole. The stars stand to the right of Polaris at nightfall, and wheel high above the Pole Star later on. Kochab is the second-brightest star of the little bear, shining just a touch fainter than Polaris. Script by Damond Benningfield

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Shoot us a Text.Episode #1017: Today we talk Polestar's bold Tesla takedown with a $20K lease play, Jeff Bezos' stealthy new EV startup with big aspirations, and GM's pause on BrightDrop van production despite rock-bottom pricing.Show Notes with links:A secretive EV startup based in Michigan is gaining attention fast. Funded by Jeff Bezos and stocked with talent from Ford, GM, Harley-Davidson, and Stellantis, Slate Auto is taking a bold swing at building a $25,000 electric pickup.Founded in 2022 via Re:Build Manufacturing, Slate has already raised over $100 million and closed a Series B round.The company is targeting late 2026 production near Indianapolis, building a minimalist two-seat pickup truck.Slate's strategy flips the usual EV script—start affordable and scale with accessories, not luxury trims.Its product roadmap includes personalization, merchandise, and “Slate University” for customer-led upgrades.“We built it. You make it,” is the company's trademarked mission to empower buyers with customization.Polestar is going big to lure Tesla owners, offering a jaw-dropping $20,000 incentive for drivers to lease the new Polestar 3 luxury EV crossover—an offer good through the end of March.The deal includes a $15,000 “Clean Vehicle Incentive” plus a $5,000 “Conquest Bonus” for current Tesla owners.The offer applies only to leased 2025 Polestar 3s; delivery must be taken from existing inventory before March 31.The Polestar 3 is sleek, spacious, and built in South Carolina with top-tier tech and sustainable materials.Performance specs include up to 517 hp, a 0-60 time of 4.5 seconds, and up to 350 miles of range.The Polestar offer says: “The Polestar 3 offers more comfort, tech, and style than the aging Model Y,”GM is hitting the brakes on production of its all-electric BrightDrop van at its Ontario facility due to soft demand—despite deep discounts and compelling incentives that still make it a standout EV deal.Production at CAMI Assembly will pause April 14 and remain idle until October 2025 for retooling.The move affects nearly 500 workers and drops the plant to a single shift post-relaunch.Only 274 BrightDrop vans were sold in Q1 2025—a modest 7% increase year-over-year.The announcement follows market jitters caused by Trump's tariff threats and broader EV hesitations.“It's a crushing blow to hundreds of working families in Ingersoll,” said Unifor President Lana Payne.Join hosts Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

- Tariffs or Not, Cupra Targets U.S. Market - Mitsubishi Stops Shipping Cars to U.S. Dealers - Lincoln Continues Imports, Exports with China - Tesla Stops Selling S and X in China - Tesla Chops Cybertruck Price $10,000 - Neta Auto in Deep Trouble - Polestar Closing Some Stores in China - DiDi To Start Mexico Ride-Hailing - DiDi and GAC To Launch L4 Robotaxi - 20% Uber Rides in Austin With Robotaxis - VW Customizes Pac-Man for Its Cars

- Tariffs or Not, Cupra Targets U.S. Market - Mitsubishi Stops Shipping Cars to U.S. Dealers - Lincoln Continues Imports, Exports with China - Tesla Stops Selling S and X in China - Tesla Chops Cybertruck Price $10,000 - Neta Auto in Deep Trouble - Polestar Closing Some Stores in China - DiDi To Start Mexico Ride-Hailing - DiDi and GAC To Launch L4 Robotaxi - 20% Uber Rides in Austin With Robotaxis - VW Customizes Pac-Man for Its Cars

The 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona and the 2025 Polestar 3 Launch Edition are two of the quickest vehicles we've ever road-tested. Their sizzling 0-60-mile-per-hour times might also set your hair on fire. Yet, as quick as those two battery-electrics and as technologically savvy as they are, they are very different. That's what co-host Matt DeLorenzo and host Jack Nerad discovered as they tested the two vehicles this week. The 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona is a bold, all-electric muscle car featuring a sleek, aerodynamic design and cutting-edge technology. Built on Dodge's new STLA Large platform, it delivers up to 670 horsepower in its top performance trim, which allows the Daytona to rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just about 3 seconds. That heart-stopping go-power places it among the quickest modern performance cars. Its most controversial feature is the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust that delivers ersatz muscle car sounds, which thrilled one of our hosts and turned off the other. The 2025 Polestar 3 Launch Edition aims to redefine the luxury electric SUV with its minimalist Scandinavian styling, 489 horsepower, 620 lb-ft of torque, and all-wheel drive. Despite weighing over 5,000 pounds, it manages a brisk 0–60 mph time of about 4.5 seconds, helped by active air suspension and torque vectoring. Inside, it offers premium touches like ventilated Nappa leather seats, a panoramic glass roof, a Bowers & Wilkins sound system, and a slick Android Automotive OS with Google built-in. But is its reliance on the large 14.5-inch touchscreen for most functions distracting? Is its $88,100 price with options just too high? And will it be the victim of Chinese tariffs? Matt and Jack will have the answers. We have two great guests for you this week. Danielle Livingston is a marketing expert, and Jake Robin is a product expert on the brand-new Toyota 4Runner. Jack Nerad had a chance to chat with them recently about that very cool new SUV, so we're sure you'll enjoy what they have to say. We have an EV expert with us this week, so it's appropriate that we look at the current state of EVs in the United States and where the market might be headed. J.D. Power's E-Vision report is the source of our conversation starters. Of course, tariffs in the auto industry continue to grab headlines. Again this week, with veteran industry reporter Matt DeLorenzo aboard, we'll tell you what is real and what is hype and give you thoughts on how you should proceed if you're planning to buy a car. So we have tons of show for you this week. Jack Nerad's newest book Jack is now offering his newest crime novel, Only One Thing Stays the Same, at a pre-publication price of just $4.99. Click here to buy from Amazon at this special limited-time price. Matt DeLorenzo's Book Pick up a copy of co-host Matt DeLorenzo's terrific new book How to Buy an Affordable Electric Car: A Tightwad's Guide to EV Ownership. Brought to you by: • DrivingToday.com • Mercury Insurance: Find out how much you can save at DrivingToday.com/auto-insurance. • EMLandsea.com, publisher of Only One Thing Stays the Same and  Dance in the Dark We have a lot of shows for you this week. Thanks for joining us, and don't forget to look for new content on our YouTube and Rumble channels. Please subscribe. If you do, we'll like you forever. America on the Road is brought to you by Driving Today.com, Mercury Insurance, and EMLandsea.com , the publisher of Nerad's latest book, Only One Thing Stays the Same which is available HERE on Amazon.com             Chapters 00:00 Introduction to America on the Road 03:04 Current State of Electric Vehicles 05:56 Market Trends and Consumer Considerations 08:50 Political Influences on EV Adoption 9:28 Impact of Tariffs on the Auto Industry 13:00 Road Testing 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona 18:35 Road Testing 2025 Polestar 3 Launch Edition 26:07 Interview 2025 Toyota 4Runner Product Experts 40:00 Listener Question: EVs vs.

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart 2026 POLESTAR 2 LAUNCHES WITH UPGRADED FEATURES https://evne.ws/4hVXENq VAUXHALL CORSA ELECTRIC EXTENDS RANGE AND ADDS V2L https://evne.ws/3E4jsZu MERCEDES-BENZ UNVEILS COMPACT ECITARO K BUS https://evne.ws/4jfZiL7 VW INTRODUCES NEW PLUG-IN HYBRID VANS IN UK https://evne.ws/4ci1saH GM ACHIEVES 17% GROWTH IN U.S. Q1 SALES https://evne.ws/42eWXJk KIA REPORTS RECORD Q1 SALES, EXPANDS EV PRODUCTION https://evne.ws/3XHGRXv LUCID MOTORS ACHIEVES RECORD SALES, EXPANDS PRODUCTION https://evne.ws/42sAsC6 LEAPMOTOR TARGETS SIX EV MODELS IN THE UK BY 2027 https://evne.ws/4cfLqht NIO'S BATTERY SWAPS EXCEED 70 MILLION https://evne.ws/4leMeqW EU EXTENDS CO2 EMISSION TARGETS FOR AUTOMAKERS https://evne.ws/3XI6x6b MERIDIAN ENERGY DEPLOYS EV CHARGERS WITH RECYCLED BATTERIES https://evne.ws/4lbPsM0 CYBERTRUCK INVENTORY HITS $200 MILLION AMID SLOW SALES https://evne.ws/4cfyZlL

On today's tariff-tastic episode of Quick Charge, we've got tariffs! Big ones, small ones, crazy ones, and fake ones – but whether or not you agree with the Trump tariffs coming into effect tomorrow, one thing is absolutely certain: they are going to change the price you pay for your next car ... and that price won't be going down! Everyone's got questions about what these tariffs are going to mean for their next car buying experience, but this is a bigger question, since nearly every industry in the US uses cars and trucks to move their people and products – and when their costs go up, so do yours. Source Links Trump imposes tariffs on all car imports: here's where all EVs available in the US come from Tesla gets more than 20% of its parts from Mexico, yes it will be affected by tariffs Report: Trump's tariffs on imports could cripple Stellantis' annual earnings by 75% Elon Musk: Tesla (TSLA) is ‘not unscathed', tariff impact is ‘significant' Hyundai reveals multi-billion-dollar bet to dodge Trump's tariffs and boost EVs in the US Tesla complains about being target of retaliatory tariffs, and it was right: it's starting Get this $20,000 Tesla conquest deal on Polestar 3 (before the tariffs hit) BUY IT NOW: these EV deals will be hardest hit by Trump's tariffs after April 2nd 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 recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). 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 daily news. 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.

Jonny has encountered a troubling verbal tic. Also in this episode, tripping into your own car, trying to understand Polestar, an unexpected Renault 5 driver, ways of dressing during a fire alarm, an excessive breakfast order, Cliff Richard's Wired For Sound and very weird movie, strange lust for a Beetle Turbo, the VW ID. Every1 concept, a man in a Leapmotor, and Jonny and Richard have another canter through the Pistonheads auctions. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com To discuss the Pistonheads auctions go to pistonheads.com/smithandsniff Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THESE ARE MISSING SHOWS I WAS ABLE TO WRITE BUT NOT RECORD DUE TO ILLNESS. AM ADDING TO THE BACK CATALOGUE FOR COMPLETENESS. Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart ZEEKR INTRODUCES NEW 007 GT ELECTRIC WAGON https://evne.ws/4aqU6kv POLESTAR EXPANDS TO FRANCE THIS SUMMER https://evne.ws/4h143Y7 NOVEMBER BEV SALES INCREASE IN EUROPE https://evne.ws/3E0v5jH SUPPORT FOR STRUGGLING AUTO INDUSTRY IN EU https://evne.ws/4jrLhuS NEW VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER VAN LAUNCHES IN UK https://evne.ws/4jrJTbl RECORD SURGE IN USED ELECTRIC VEHICLE SALES https://evne.ws/40GWGiN POD POINT'S REVENUE DECLINES DUE TO EV MARKET ISSUES https://evne.ws/4g7bqfs SURGE IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE SALES IN EUROPE https://evne.ws/40FNE5E NEW ELECTRIC V-CLASS VANS ON THE WAY https://evne.ws/3WvNw6l NEW ELECTRIC VANS COMING FROM MERCEDES-BENZ https://evne.ws/4h9zcc9