Episode 528: Robotaxi Gearing Up to Launch in 2 More States
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Exciting developments in Tesla's RoboTaxi network are on the horizon as it gears up to launch in Arizona and Nevada. The episode dives into the implications of this rollout, including Tesla's new pilot program for easier charging at non-Tesla stations. Host Ryan McCaffrey shares personal experiences with RoboTaxi rides and discusses the discontinuation of the Cybertruck's long-range rear-wheel-drive trim. Additional topics include Tesla's new MegaBlock energy storage solution, market share shifts, and the introduction of a Batman-themed EV in India. The episode wraps up with listener calls and a pro tip for multi-Tesla households.
On this week's episode of Ride the Lightning: The Tesla and EV Podcast, new evidence suggests Tesla's Robotaxi network is about to roll out in two more southwestern US states. Plus: using non-Tesla chargers is about to get easier for Tesla owners in a new pilot program, Tesla Energy unveils the Megablock, and more!
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Tesla Model Y
"...nix area. X user Adub0808 posted a video of a new Model Y on the freeway in Tempe, Arizona."
Tesla Cybertruck
"...rt-lived, long-range rear wheel drive trim of the Cybertruck. I had to go back and look this up"
Tesla Model 3
"I mean, they seem now destined to join the Model 3 mid-range as Tesla unicorn trims of which not man..."
Tesla Semi
"So I think it's kind of a lot like the Tesla Semi in that regard, meaning nobody in this space is s..."
Tesla Model X
"...r for some time now. And then the Model S and the Model X not too long ago got lunar silver."
Tesla Model S
"in that color for some time now. And then the Model S and the Model X not too long ago got lunar silver..."
Nissan Leaf
"...ure, you had people like Nissan in there with the leaf, Audi had the first gen E-tron, but that was most..."
Audi Etron
"Now sure, you had people like Nissan in there with the leaf, Audi had the first gen E-tron, but that was mostly about it."
Rimac Nevera
"...d drive a next-gen Tesla Roadster, maybe a Rimock Nevera. Of course, Batman would maybe rock a"
Porsche Cayenne
"...technology will launch with the upcoming electric Cayenne scheduled to debut at the end of 2025,"
Tesla Cybercab
"...now Tesla's going down this road as well with the CyberCab and presumably future versions of its other vehic..."
Mclaren Speedtail
"but my memory was correct. The McLaren Speedtail, which was like a $2 million car new,"
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