Electrek

Tesla Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari's controversial Luce launches, Waymo Ojai, and more

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 alarming Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari's controversial Luce, Waymo Ojai, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. Special: This week, the podcast will start at 3 p.m. ET because Fred is still in Italy after the launch of the Luce. 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’ fleet is actually shrinking, not growing, new data shows Tesla’s own AI trainers don’t trust ‘Full Self-Driving’ or its safety stats, Reuters finds Rivian R2 matches Tesla Model Y efficiency despite bigger, heavier body Ferrari Luce first look: going where combustion can’t follow Ferrari CEO says Luce EV is ‘clocking up orders’ despite design backlash Waymo starts offering rides in new Ojai robotaxi with 6th-gen Driver Chevy Equinox and Blazer EVs gain a few key updates for 2027: Here’s what to expect 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/ERYIL9MyFK0

E439 May 29, 2026 65 min 100 annotations

Tesla Solar, Volvo EX60 unveiled, Xiaomi YU7 GT, and AMG GT

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 going back to solar, Volvo EX60 unveiling, Xiaomi YU7 GT, AMG GT, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com 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 Cybercab: hate it or love it, it is the most efficient EV ever Tesla can’t seem to figure out the power of its new cheap Model 3 Exclusive: Tesla (TSLA) is building its giant solar panel factory in Houston SpaceX S-1 reveals Tesla’s Terafab deal is far from done Volvo reveals EX60 prices start at under $60,000 with over 300 miles of range World premiere: The most powerful Mercedes AMG ever is electric Xiaomi’s new YU7 undercuts Tesla Model Y by $4,350 with 50 km more range Lucid’s more affordable Cosmos midsize SUV spotted testing next to Tesla Model Y 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/fJMoixRJ9eo

E438 May 22, 2026 59 min 96 annotations

Tesla Robotaxi, Rivian R2 configurator is live, China is taking over EU factories, and more

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 updates to Tesla Robotaxi, Rivian R2 configurator going live, China taking over EU factories, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com 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 postpones Model S/X Signature delivery event, leaving attendees holding the bag Tesla now forces drivers to give feedback when intervening on ‘Full Self-Driving’ Tesla finally reveals what happened in 17 ‘Robotaxi’ crashes Rivian opens R2 configurator: here are all the options and pricing Volkswagen reveals the first electric GTI, a 222 hp EV hot hatch for $45,000 [Images] XPeng in talks to buy a Volkswagen plant in Europe as exports surge 62% BYD eyes Stellantis EU plant takeover as EV demand spikes, confirms ‘other companies too’ Volkswagen brings the ID. Buzz back for 2027, but now the ID.4 is on a brief hiatus 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/FPPDerFbwSE

E437 May 15, 2026 63 min 102 annotations

Tesla Semi and 4680 battery, BMW iX3 price, Rivian R2 pickup, and more

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 Semi, the 4680 battery cell, BMW iX3 price, Rivian R2 pickup, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com We are also sponsored by NeuroHUD: Check out the NeuroHUD PRO featuring a true Tesla-focused HUD experience with navigation, blind-spot alerts, Autopilot status, and freely switchable display modes now on Kickstarter or Trantor Vision.com 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’s 4680 battery cells are underperforming and frustrating buyers Tesla Semi battery sizes confirmed: 822 kWh and 548 kWh officially revealed Tesla files new Roadster trademarks with unique badge ahead of launch Rivian (RIVN) CEO hints at R2 pickup and R2X variants as production ramps BMW opens 2027 iX3 preorders starting at $61,500 with up to 434 miles of range The Lexus TZ is a 3-row luxury EV SUV with 300 mi range, but it’s missing something [Images] The new Chevy Bolt EV delivers nearly 300 miles of real-world range for under $30,000 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey Kit sets 6:55 Nürburgring EV record BYD’s flagship electric SUV secures 100,000+ orders in 2 weeks, and it costs under $40K 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/NfEmmAoaY0Y

E436 May 08, 2026 72 min 112 annotations

Tesla Semi is here, Xpeng VLA 2.0 test drive, Rivian earnings, and more

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 Semi entering production, our Xpeng VLA 2.0 test drive, 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 Semi: first truck rolls off high-volume production line Tesla launches Basecharger for Semi, reveals $188,000 Megacharger Tesla ‘Robotaxi’ unsupervised fleet finally shows some signs of ramping up Tesla promises FSD V14 Lite for HW3 cars internationally to appease growing tensions I went to the Beijing Auto Show and it’s a glimpse at the future of the auto industry Xpeng VLA 2.0 test drive: Tesla is not alone with ‘Full Self-Driving’ anymore First drive: next-gen Xiaomi SU7 shows how fast Chinese EVs are improving Rivian (RIVN) lifts production capacity for its Georgia plant by 50% to 300K vehicles annually CATL says sodium batteries are mainstream-ready, signs massive 60 GWh deal 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/GyQpprHhIS0

E434 May 01, 2026 73 min 155 annotations

Tesla's disaster earnings, Beijing Auto Show is mad, new EVs galore

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 disaster earnings, the Beijing Auto Show being absolutely insane, and a plethora of new EVs unveiled this week. 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 Q1 2026 financial results: slight beat on earnings Tesla seems to say Robotaxi launch will be pushed back in 5 US cities Tesla (TSLA) pulled questionable levers to make Q1 2026 financials look good Elon Musk pushes unsupervised FSD for consumer Teslas — again Tesla will build factories just to retrofit millions of HW3 cars it said could do FSD Tesla confirms Cybercab production has started despite delays in unsupervised driving Tesla announces HW4 Plus with doubled memory — will HW4 follow HW3 to the grave? Tesla (TSLA) quietly discloses $2 billion AI hardware company acquisition buried in filing Tesla Model YL prototype spotted on US roads for the first time Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric is an off-road capable, 2.4s 0-60mph beauty and beast BMW unveils the new i7 with nearly 450 miles of range and Neue Klasse style [Images] XPeng unveils GX flagship SUV with 750 km range, L4-ready hardware for $58,000 Hyundai unveils sleek new IONIQ V: a production car that looks like a concept Hyundai unveils the IONIQ 3 with class-leading range and a new infotainment [Images] CATL is launching sodium-ion batteries in EVs in 2026, aiming for 370+ miles range Rivian (RIVN) starts R2 production days after tornado hit factory, deliveries this spring Xpeng is actually building this electric flying car — I visited the factory 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/A7NTG5vjRuM

E343 Apr 24, 2026 80 min 22 annotations

GM Energy, Tesla HW3 reckoning, Ford reshuffles EVs, Donut Lab probs, more

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 having its HW3 reckoning, Ford reshuffling its EV unit, Donut Lab being in hot water, 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: We talk to Aseem Kapur, energy and eMobility executive at GM Energy! Tesla doing final ‘Signature Series’ run of Model S and X Plaid — starts at $159,420 Tesla gets FSD Supervised approved in the Netherlands — here’s what it means Tesla tells HW3 owner to ‘be patient’ after 7 years of waiting for FSD Key evidence disappears from Tesla involved in bizarre crash Ford reshuffles EV unit, Doug Field out as Farley chases 8% margin Ford CEO warns Chinese EVs would hit ‘the heart and soul’ of the US Lucid names new CEO as it raises over $1 billion and ramps up robotaxi ambitions Slate Auto closes funding round with enough financial runway to reach next stage of production Donut Lab’s ‘miracle’ solid-state battery is fraud, says insider, Donut Lab denies 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/jAAb1ie0NGI

E433 Apr 17, 2026 62 min 129 annotations

Tesla's cheaper EV model comes and goes, FSD v15, Rivian R2 EPA numbers, and more

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 cheaper EV model coming and going in the same week, FSD v15, Rivian R2 EPA numbers, 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) reportedly developing new smaller, cheaper EV after killing Model 2 Tesla China denies developing new smaller, cheaper SUV — but take it with a grain of salt Tesla FSD v14.3 rolls out with MLIR rewrite, 20% faster reactions Musk says Tesla FSD v15 will ‘far exceed’ human safety — he said the same about v12 and v14 Tesla’s new Supercharger for Business tool reveals $940,000 all-in price Rivian R2 EPA numbers: 217 kW charge, up to 328mi range, heat pump (updated) VW replaces US ID.4 production with 18mpg Atlas SUV as gas prices spike Honda is bringing its ‘funky, cute’ EV hot hatch overseas for under $27,000 Hyundai unveils two new IONIQ EV concepts, an electric sedan and family SUV [Images] 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/MdPfpp5ukC8

E432 Apr 10, 2026 58 min 14 annotations

EV deliveries from Tesla, Rivian, Toyota electric pickup truck, and more

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 EV deliveries from Tesla, Rivian, and others, Toyota's electric pickup truck, 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) Q1 2026 deliveries miss expectations at 358,000, builds 50,000 excess vehicles Tesla confirms Model S and Model X production is over — only ~600 left Tesla FSD v14.3 launching this week, Musk claims ‘last piece of the puzzle’ Rivian shares production and delivery numbers ahead of full Q1 2026 financial results Toyota sold more EVs in the US than Ford in Q1, with one electric SUV Toyota reveals prices for its first EV pickup will not be cheap Stellantis wants to build Chinese Leapmotor EVs at its idled Canadian plant Mercedes confirms steer-by-wire for 2026 EQS with questionable steering wheel Subaru unveils Getaway, a 420hp 3-row EV SUV, and we got a sneak preview Hyundai unveils new Ford Bronco-like Boulder SUV Concept [Images] 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/jlWY3dBrTKc

Apr 03, 2026 52 min 32 annotations

Tesla minivan but cooler?, used EV sales rise, sodium batteries are coming

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 coming with minivan but cooler?, used EV sales rising, sodium batteries are coming, 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 coming out with ‘something cooler than a minivan’, says Elon Musk Tesla (TSLA) publishes Q1 2026 delivery consensus: 365,645 vehicles expected Tesla Semi has a million-mile battery, claims Tesla New EV sales drop 28% in Q1 2026, but used EVs surge 12% to near-record levels Sodium-ion EV battery breakthrough delivers 11-min charging and 450 km range Slush pits and snowball fights: Slate’s upcoming pickup endures winter testing [Video] Volkswagen Group’s joint venture with Rivian hits latest milestone, unlocking another $1B for the EV automaker Honda pulls the plug on its PlayStation EV on wheels with Sony 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/mLpZ43Z-w-0

E430 Mar 27, 2026 52 min

Tesla turns to energy, BMW i3 EV makes a splash, Donut Lab update, and more

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 turning to energy, BMW i3 EV making a splash, Donut Lab 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) reportedly in talks to buy $2.9B in Chinese solar equipment for 100 GW US push US confirms Tesla (TSLA) is buyer in LG’s $4.3B LFP battery deal for Megapack 3 Tesla is one step away from having to recall FSD in NHTSA visibility crash probe Tesla delays FSD approval in Europe again, now expects April 10 The new BMW i3 EV is a road trip monster with 440 miles of range, fast charging, and more Uber to invest over 1 billion dollars in Rivian to deploy tens of thousands of R2 robotaxis Volvo is killing its smallest EV in the US, but the rest of the world can still get it Xiaomi launches next-gen SU7 with 902 km range and LiDAR, still undercuts Tesla BYD’s bet on EVs is paying off as drivers ditch gas amid rising oil prices Donut Lab shows solid-state battery pack charging at 100 kW in Verge motorcycle 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://youtube.com/live/RoCifQaLHxo

E429 Mar 20, 2026 61 min 12 annotations

Rivian R2, Lucid counter attack, and Tesla's 'Digital Optimus'

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 Rivian R2, Lucid's counterattack, and Tesla's 'Digital Optimus'. 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: Musk confirms xAI-Tesla joint ‘Digital Optimus’ project — after saying Tesla didn’t need xAI Rivian reveals full R2 lineup and pricing, starting at $57,990 with a $45K RWD model coming later Rivian is phasing out the R1S Dual Standard, its most affordable SUV, ahead of the R2 Lucid (LCID) reveals Cosmos and Earth SUVs as first midsize EVs, starting under $50,000 Lucid takes aim at the Tesla Cybercab with Lunar, a two-seat EV robotaxi concept BMW’s flagship i7 EV is getting a Neue Klasse upgrade: Here’s our first look BYD is open to building cars in Canada and acquiring a rival automaker BYD’s luxury EV with 5 min fast charging and nearly 500 miles of range is headed overseas Honda is scrapping three of its most important EVs for the US, including the Acura RSX Aptera (SEV) raises $6.3M through warrant exercise to fund solar electric vehicle validation 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/aLUDy28zGmw

Mar 13, 2026 64 min 20 annotations

Cybertruck price increase, BYD makes everyone look bad, and Donut Lab update

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 Cybertruck price increase, BYD making everyone look bad, and a Donut Lab battery update. 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 increases Cybertruck AWD price to $70,000 after creating artificial urgency Tesla sends Canadian Model 3 inventory to the US as it expects Chinese EVs back Tesla changes FSD transfer rules again, screwing over Cybertruck AWD buyers BYD’s new Blade EV Battery 2.0 unlocks 1,000+ km pure electric range and 10 min fast charging BYD’s new 1500kW ‘flash charger’ is over 3x faster than anything US has BYD unveils stunning flagship electric SUV for the first time [Images] It’s official: Hyundai axes IONIQ 6 from US lineup, Kia EVs remain in limbo Aptera (SEV) completes first Solar EV build off its validation assembly line Donut Lab solid-state battery survives 100°C discharge in second independent test 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/z64r5thTwio

Mar 06, 2026 41 min 38 annotations

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

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

E426 Feb 27, 2026 56 min 40 annotations

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

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

E425 Feb 20, 2026 49 min 31 annotations

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

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

Feb 13, 2026 24 min 33 annotations

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

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

E423 Feb 06, 2026 61 min 30 annotations

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

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

Jan 30, 2026 63 min 35 annotations

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

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

E421 Jan 23, 2026 66 min 37 annotations

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

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

E420 Jan 16, 2026 85 min 33 annotations

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

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

Jan 09, 2026 64 min 38 annotations

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

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

E418 Jan 02, 2026 52 min 33 annotations

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

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

E417 Dec 26, 2025 39 min 31 annotations

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

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

E416 Dec 19, 2025 66 min 31 annotations

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

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

E415 Dec 12, 2025 59 min 31 annotations