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EV Tax Credits Not Done Yet, Used EVs Move, ChatGPT's Storefront

The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 15:37

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1159: Today we dig into how Ford and GM are stretching the $7,500 EV lease credit, why used EVs are suddenly flying off lots, and how ChatGPT just became a digital storefront.With the federal $7,500 EV lease incentive ending today, GM and Ford are using a strategic workaround to extend the benefit for customers—and keep EV momentum alive—into Q4.To skirt the deadline, both automakers' finance arms (GM Financial and Ford Credit) are pre-acquiring qualifying EVs and making down payments to preserve the lease credit.GM dealers must sign up by Sept. 30; Ford required dealer opt-in by Sept. 26.Ford is sweetening the pot with a $1,000 bonus to dealers for every EV leased under the program by year's end.IRS guidance allows the credit to apply if a vehicle is “acquired” via written contract and payment—even if not delivered until later.The workaround applies to Cadillac, Chevy, GMC EVs for GM, and select Ford EVs like the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning.With new EV incentives vanishing and prices still sky-high, the used electric vehicle market is having a moment. Once thought of as a luxury-only experiment, used EVs are now affordable, available, and—surprisingly—desirable.Sales of used EVs jumped 34% through June and used EV prices have fallen to near parity with gas cars, averaging $34,700 as of August and One buyer snagged a 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT for $33K—a 40% drop from last year's new sticker price.Three-year lease returns from 2022's EV boom are flooding the market with modern, tech-packed vehicles, and used EVs have a 36 day supply, compared to 42 for ICE cars.In some cases, used EVs are cheaper than their gas-powered siblings—like a Toyota bZ4X undercutting a RAV4 by $6,600.OpenAI just upgraded ChatGPT from chatbot to checkout lane. With the launch of Instant Checkout, U.S. users can now buy products directly inside a conversation—starting with Etsy and soon expanding to over a million Shopify merchants.Users ask for recommendations (e.g., “running shoes under $100”), tap “Buy,” confirm details, and check out—all without leaving the chat.The feature is powered by the new Agentic Commerce Protocol, co-developed with Stripe, and built to make AI a native part of the shopping experience.Payments use encrypted “Shared Payment Tokens” via Stripe, keeping buyer credentials safe while allowing instant, single-item purchases. OpenAI earns a small cut from each transaction.Etsy shares jumped 16% and Shopify rose 6% following the launch, signaling big market enthusiasm.0:00 Intro with Paul J Daly and Michael Cirillo0:31 Huge Launch Announcement Tomorrow at morethancars.com3:20 GM, Ford Financial Arms Acquire EVs To Capture Tax Credit6:35 Used EVs Reach Price Parity With Used IJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast 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/

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2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss: Battery Power Goes Off the Grid

America on the Road

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2025 44:31

Chevy is charging into the off-road EV space with the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss, and Chris Teague got behind the wheel to see if this electric truck delivers on its bold promises. Built on GM's Ultium platform, the Trail Boss version stands apart with a 2-inch lift, 35-inch all-terrain tires, and 24% more ground clearance than its base sibling. The off-road upgrades are more than cosmetic. The unique suspension tuning, hydraulic rebound control, and dedicated driving modes like Terrain and Sidewinder make this EV surprisingly capable when the pavement ends. Power? There's plenty. With the Max Range battery pack, the Trail Boss pumps out up to 725 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque, offering towing up to 12,500 pounds and a 2,100-pound payload. It's not just brawn, though. The Silverado EV Trail Boss is loaded with tech, from its 17.7-inch touchscreen and Super Cruise hands-free towing to a Multi-Flex Midgate that opens up interior cargo flexibility. Does it live up to the hype? Chris will offer his view in this episode. 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite Review While Chris put the Silverado EV Trail Boss through its paces in Maine, Jack Nerad took the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite on a week-long test at the other end of the country. And while the Passport TrailSport doesn't pretend to be a full-on rock-crawler, it delivers an interesting balance of off-road capabilitiesand suburban charm. Powered by a 3.5-liter V6 offering 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque paired with a nine-speed automatic, the TrailSport features Honda's i-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD, intelligent traction management, and retuned suspension for better trail performance. Visually, the TrailSport Elite offers some blacked-out trim, 18-inch machined alloy wheels wrapped in all-terrain rubber, and subtle badging. Inside, it's all about comfort with leather-trimmed heated seats, a moonroof, acoustic glass, tri-zone climate, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Comfortable? Yes, but is this a vehicle to conquer the Rubicon? Jack and Chris will have the answer. Special Guest: Sam Fiorani, AutoForecast Solutions This week's guest, industry insider Sam Fiorani, Vice President of Global Vehicle Forecasting at AutoForecast Solutions, will have the answer on what will happen with the end of federal EV tax credits, which expire in a little over a week. We'll discuss what it all means for consumers, automakers, and the overall electric vehicle adoption rate. In Auto Industry News this Week Ram Drops Full-EV Plans, Bets on Range-Extended REV Stellantis has canceled its battery-electric Ram pickup project, instead refocusing on a range-extended Ram 1500 REV that blends electric drive with a gas engine for longer range and better towing. The move reflects weakening demand for full-size EV trucks and a pivot toward flexibility in powertrains. Toyota Recalls Nearly 700,000 Vehicles, Including All BEVs Toyota issued two major recalls. One involves nearly 600,000 vehicles with potentially faulty 12.3-inch displays and the other covers 95,000 electric vehicles like the Toyota bZ4X and Lexus RZ with malfunctioning defrosters. Congress Pushes Catalytic Converter Theft Legislation  The U.S. House has reintroduced the PART Act, aiming to reduce catalytic converter theft by requiring VIN stamping on new catalytic converters. Lawmakers hope it will deter thieves and aid police recovery efforts as the black-market value of stolen converters continues to rise. Lucid and Uber Team Up on Robotaxis Lucid Motors and Uber have signed a $300 million deal to develop a robotaxi using Lucid's EV tech and Nuro's Level 4 autonomous system. The goal? A 20,000-vehicle fleet based on Lucid's Gravity SUV, set for limited deployment next year. Listener Question of the Week Carson from Erie, Pennsylvania asks, “What's your favorite sleeper car that no one talks about? Do you think now is the time to buy a car like...

Die neueste Version des Toyota bZ4X ist gestartet

Auto - Rund ums Auto. Fahrberichte, Gespräche und Informationen

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025

Mich interessiert bekanntlich immer, was sich hinter Namen und Typbezeichnungen von Autos versteckt. Der Toyota, den wir heute vorstellen, macht es mir nicht gerade leicht, aber ich habe es herausgefunden. Das bZ im Namen steht für "Beyond Zero", was Toyotas Bestreben nach emissionsfreier Mobilität symbolisiert. Die Zahl 4 bezieht sich auf die Größe des Fahrzeugs als SUV, und das "X" steht für den Crossover-SUV-Typ. Wieder was dazugelernt! Darum geht es diesmal!2022 hat Toyota den bZ4X auf den Markt gebracht, seitdem hat er sich als eines der drei meistverkauften Modelle seiner Klasse in Europa etabliert. Jetzt hat Toyota die Auftragsbücher für den umfassend überarbeiteten bZ4X geöffnet: Das im D-Segment angesiedelte Elektro-SUV ist ab sofort zu Preisen ab 42.990 Euro bestellbar, es rollt noch in der zweiten Jahreshälfte 2025 auf deutsche Straßen. Für uns ein guter Grund, einen ersten Blick darauf zu werfen. Power und Drive! Zu den Highlights zählen die neuen Batterieoptionen, ein optionaler 22-kW-Onboardcharger, 343 PS Systemleistung und 1,5 Tonnen Anhängelast bei der AWD-Version sowie Batterievorkonditionierung und intelligente EV-Routenplanung. Die Fronttrieblerversion ist mit 167 PS Systemleistung, 58-kWh-Batterie und 444 Kilometer WLTP-Reichweite zu haben. Wem es nach mehr Leistung oder mehr Reichweite gelüstet, der kann die Version mit 224 PS, 73-kWh-Batterie und bis zu 568 Kilometer Reichweite nach WLTP ordern. Die Allradversion-Version schließlich verfügt generell über einen Stromspeicher mit 73 kWh Kapazität, leistet 343 PS und realisiert eine WLTP-Reichweite von bis zu 471 Kilometern. Die Kosten!Zum guten Schluss schauen wir wie immer auf den Preis. Los geht es mit dem bZ4X Comfort ab 42.990 Euro, gefolgt vom Teamplayer ab 47.990 Euro und Lounge ab 52.990 Euro. Wer die Allradversion ordert, muss 50.990 Euro bzw. 55.990 Euro auf den Tisch des Toyota-Händlers legen. Optional ist darüber hinaus das Rundum-Sorglos-Paket „Wartung+“ für monatlich 39,99 Euro erhältlich. Es deckt die Kosten für Inspektionen, Wechsel von Flüssigkeiten nach Herstellervorgaben, einen jährlichen Check sowie eine gegebenenfalls während der Vertragslaufzeit fällige Hauptuntersuchung ab.Alle Fotos: © Toyota Deutschland GmbH Diesen Beitrag können Sie nachhören oder downloaden unter:

2025 Subaru Solterra Review: The Electric Subie

Quick Spin

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 14:16

Subaru's Solterra joined the Subie lineup in 2022 for the 2023 model year after making its debut at the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show. Sharing the bones with the Toyota bZ4X, the Solterra offered Subaru shoppers a battery-electric option. While the Solterra is gearing up for a major overhaul for 2026, the 2025 Solterra still packs effectively the same powertrain as its launch edition. That means there's a 72.8-kWh battery pack underneath, which feeds a pair of electric motors. Together, those electric motors send 215 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque to the wheels. For 2025, the folks at Subaru slashed the Solterra's price and brought the starting price to $39,915.On this episode of Quick Spin, Autoweek executive editor Tom Murphy hops behind the wheel of the 2025 Subaru Solterra and puts it through its paces. Murphy takes you on a guided tour of the '25 Solterra and highlights some of his favorite features. Later, Murphy takes you along for a live drive review. Adding to these segments, Murphy chats with host Wesley Wren about the 2025 Solterra, its spot in the market, and Subaru's future in the battery-electric space. Closing the show, the pair breaks down what makes the 2025 Subaru Solterra special.

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AD #4093 - Tariffs Could Kill the Hornet and Tonale; GM's GEN-Z Concept Car for China; Toyota bZ4X Only $199 a Month

Autoline Daily - Video

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 10:28

- Nissan to Close Historic Plant - Nissan Could Move Japan Production to the U.S. - Tariffs Could Kill the Hornet and Tonale - Toyota bZ4X Only $199 a Month - GM's GEN-Z Concept Car for China - Kia Intros 1st Made-in-India EV - GM to Make LFP Batteries in the U.S. - U.S. Motorsports Generate $69 Billion - Global EV Sales Up 24% - Lithium Prices Down on Slower China EV Sales - Adient Develops New Massaging Seat System

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AD #4093 - Tariffs Could Kill the Hornet and Tonale; GM's GEN-Z Concept Car for China; Toyota bZ4X Only $199 a Month

Autoline Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 10:11

- Nissan to Close Historic Plant - Nissan Could Move Japan Production to the U.S. - Tariffs Could Kill the Hornet and Tonale - Toyota bZ4X Only $199 a Month - GM's GEN-Z Concept Car for China - Kia Intros 1st Made-in-India EV - GM to Make LFP Batteries in the U.S. - U.S. Motorsports Generate $69 Billion - Global EV Sales Up 24% - Lithium Prices Down on Slower China EV Sales - Adient Develops New Massaging Seat System