Batteries Included
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Episodes (229)
129: Fixing the Flaw of Gravity: Emad Dlala on Lucid’s 3.4.1 Solution
Hello and welcome to the Batteries Included Podcast.It's Friday, February the 6th, 2026 and this is episode number 125.On today's show, we'll be talking about: A pivotal Lucid Gravity software update with Senior Vice President, Engineering & Digital Emad Dlala Toyota C-HR’s new price tag a new study showing used EVs are the best bargains …and of course, much, much moreI'm your host Martyn Lee from the EV News Daily Podcast Joining us today is the sapient Mr. Tom Moloughney, Senior Editor at InsideEVs and host of the YouTube channel State of Charge.We also have Domenick Yoney, long-time EV journalist and host of the YouTube channel Drive Electric With Domenick.Our special guest today is Emad Dlala, Senior Vice President, Engineering & Digital at Lucid Motors.
128: Tesla Model S And X Suffer Death By Robot
In this week's show:• Tesla kills Model S and X to make room for robots• Pilot partners with Tesla for a Semi charging network• The Chevy Bolt facing its demise in 18 months
127: $65,000 Question: Buy Rivian R2 or Wait for Volvo EX60?
In this episode:• Volvo EX60 and EX60 Cross Country debut• Tesla Replaces Autopilot With FSD Subscriptions• Charging The Lucid Gravity At The One True V4 Supercharger• Much, much more!
126: Made in America? Your Next Electric Vehicle Purchase Could Be A Zeekr 7GT
In this episode:• Chinese EVs are coming to America!• Chinese EVs are coming to Canada!• Rivian R2 rolls off the assembly line for the first time • Much, much more
125: Donut Labs Could Kill Combustion With The Solid-State Battery in This Bike
In this episode:• The solid-state battery that could kill combustion cars• Volvo teasing the EX60 with big range promises• Racing 2,000 miles non-stop in a Lucid Gravity
124: Every Electric Vehicle Coming To The US In 2026 For The First Time
In this episode:• We talk about every electric vehicle coming to the US in 2026 for the first time.
123: Ford’s $19B Electric Truck Retreat: What It Means For EVs In The US
In this episode:· Ford kills its full-size electric trucks, developing an eREV replacement· Kyle drives the new Mercedes CLA· Europe ending its 2035 ban on ICE · Much much more
122: Eyes Off the Road: Rivian’s Bold Autonomy Reveal at AI Day
In this episode: Rivian promises eyes-off autonomy and more in the not-distant future The Fiat Topolino, weirdly, is coming to the US The all-electric Subaru Uncharted’s new US price tag…and of course, much, much more
121: We Drive The Most Important BMW For 2026: the iX3
· Kyle drives the Neue BMW iX3· Lexus shocks auto world with electric LFA· lowered CAFE standards vs promise of Kei cars· Much, much more!
120: Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Gets Green Light,Smoke Show Ensues
In this episode, with special guest John Voelcker: Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe gets the green light Where is America’s $15,000 EV? Driving Lucid Gravity down the entire East Coast
119: How Porsche Nailed New Cayenne EV - And Why Jeep Recon Charging Issue Is Huge
Porsche’s new Cayenne EV sets a fresh benchmark for luxury electric SUVs with blistering acceleration, remarkable range, and ultra-fast charging technology, but faces slow adoption due to it's priceWe also break down Jeep’s upcoming Recon EV—a rugged, trail-rated electric SUV debuting in 2026—highlighting its impressive off-road features but questioning its charging limitations and lack of a Tesla NACS plug. Plus: the latest on KGM’s affordable Aussie ute, Hyundai’s wild Crater concept, industry awards for the best home EV chargers, and a discussion on the future balance between BEVs and plug-in hybrids.
118: Toyota's New Hilux Pickup Is Electric; Tesla Execs Quit, Powerwall Recall
This week's special guest is EV expert Felix Hamer. Tune in at 9:30 AM Eastern to catch the show live!
117: Longbow Lightweights For Sports-Car Performance, Elon's $Trillion
In this episode:• Longbow Speedster and Roadster • Musk's trillion-dollar pay package approval • Tesla shareholder meeting highlights• Rivian R2 update• Much more!Tune in and get up to speed 🏁🏁🏁
116: Kia EV4 Canceled For US; Slate, Toyota, Subaru Get Supercharger Access
• Kia delays the EV4 for the US• Slate, Toyota, and Subaru get Supercharger access• Power your life with your Tesla, up to 3,500 watts• Much, much more!
115: Tesla Roadster vs BYD U9 Hypercar, Lucid Gravity Flunks Range Test, Volvo Offers Free Charging & more
On today’s show: Tesla Roadster vs BYD U9 Hypercar Lucid Gravity Flunks Range Test Volvo Offers Free Home Charging …and of course, much, much more.
114: Jeep Reveals Grand Wagoneer REEV, Porsche Cayenne EV Prototype Road Tested
In this episode:• 2026 Jeep Wagoneer gets a range-extended variant• Road testing Porsche Cayenne electric prototype• Guest host Andrew Lambrecht's Dodge Daytona lease• Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly-type ending (sorry, someone's hand slipped)
113: Chevy Bolt Is Back And Better, Tesla Model 3/Y Standard Debut To Skepticism
In this episode:• Chevy Bolt is back, baby!• Tesla launches cheaper Standard trim Model 3/Y• Tom talks Bogota, Colombia EV scene• Much, much more!
112: US Tesla Model Y Performance Arrives Just In Time To Snag $7,500 Incentive
In this eoisode:• Tesla Model Y Performance launches in US• First true V4 Supercharger opens...500 kW!• Post-incentive automakers deals • Much, much more
111: 2026 Volvo EX90 Gets Massive Upgrade, CATL Shenxing Pro Batteries - 12C?
In this episode:• Volvo EX90 getting big upgrade for 2026• Telo $20 million funding round• CATL Shenxing Pro batteries
110: Cadillac Optiq Gets More Power & RWD For 2026, Death Of EV Incentive Approaches
In this episode:• Cadillac Optiq gets big power upgrade for 2026, RWD• EV incentives end on the 30th. Then what?• Rivian beginning construction of its Georgia factory• Much, much more
109: Awesome EVs Of IAA Munich Auto Show, Driving Lucid Sapphire At 200 MPH
In this episode:• IAA Auto Show EVs, including Mercedes GLC EV and Polestar 5• what it’s like to drive a Lucid Sapphire at 200 MPH• how much heavy EVs hurt roads • much, much more!
108: BMW iX3 Shocks With 500 Mile Range, Audi Reveals TT-Inspired Concept C
In this episode:• BMW iX3 raises the bar for range and charging• Audi Concept C previews future convertible coupe• Tesla’s new airbag deployment strategy• Very much more
107: The $7,500 EV Incentive Extension Loophole Is Huge, Porsche Cayenne Charges Like A Beast
In this episode: The $7,500 EV incentive loophole Tesla Model Y Performance Debuts Porsche Cayenne tech specs revealed much, much more!
106: Ford Skunk Works Chief Talks 'Model T Moment', Nissan Leaf Pricing Drops
Great episode for you this week:• We talk with the head of Ford's EV skunk works • Pricing for the new Nissan Leaf• Tesla Model YL launch• of course, much, much more
105: Acura RSX Prototype Debuts, Ford Announces $30k Midsize Electric Truck
In this episode:• Ford announces a $30,000 electric truck• The debut of the Acura RSX• Riding in Robotaxis• Much, much more!