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A weekly podcast tracking the transition from fossil fuel transportation to electric and the surrounding clean ecosystems. Hosted by Electrek’s Frederic Lambert and Seth Weintraub.

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Tesla loses first Autopilot wrongful death trial, Cadillac Lyric V first drive, 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 losing the first Autopilot wrongful death trial, our Cadillac Lyric V first drive, 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) is found liable in fatal Autopilot crash, has to pay $329 million Tesla’s Robotaxis are officially powered by human drivers as it launches ride-hailing in Bay Area Tesla’s new Model Y Performance spotted testing Tesla stops taking Model S/X orders in Europe Mercedes just pressed pause on EV orders in the US Tesla is about to lose the $7,500 EV tax credit – again – and this time the cliff is a lot steeper Ford says it will build ‘breakthrough’ EVs in the US Cadillac Lyriq-V first drive, a 3.3 second sport-luxury beast Chevy teases new Bolt w/NACS, front fascia redesign, rear brake lights Hyundai and Kia just got some relief from US tariffs, but billions are still at stake Hyundai IONIQ 5 shatters US sales record as its EV push kicks into high gear An electric Subaru BRZ? Don’t rule out an EV version just yet 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/BBkxx42calI

Aug 01, 2025 68 min

Tesla's disturbing earnings, self-driving challenge, solid state batteries, 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 disturbing earnings, a new self-driving challenge, solid-state batteries, 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 Q2 2025 financing results: earnings down 23% Elon Musk with a straight face: Tesla Robotaxi will cover half of US population by end of the year Tesla is about to launch ‘Robotaxi’ in Bay Area, but with someone in the driver’s seat Tesla puts foot in its mouth: ‘unsupervised self-driving is not solved’, but what about robotaxi? Elon Musk on Tesla’s new ‘affordable’ electric car: it’s the Model Y Tesla (TSLA) might lose its right to sell cars in California amid false advertising lawsuit Tesla’s own data confirms Autopilot safety regressed in 2025 Honda just made charging way easier for Prologue and Acura ZDX EV owners Lucid owners gain full access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, but with a big caveat Mercedes-Benz is already testing solid-state batteries in EVs with +600 miles range Meet the BYD Atto 1 — A $12,000 EV for the masses Kia reveals 7 new PV5 electric van variants — From camper to pickup truck Lucid launches its 2026 Air EV lineup: more range, quieter, and a little more expensive 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/NapA4sVhUvo

E395 Jul 25, 2025 60 min

Tesla announces new EV variants, Robotaxi wars, big Lucid news, 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 announcing new Model 3 and Model Y variants, the robotaxi expansion wars, big Lucid news, 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 announces Model YL, a larger 6-seater SUV coming this fall Tesla prepares to launch Model 3+ with 800 km (500 mile) range Tesla launches a long list of new discounts and incentives in the US Tesla’s long-time head of sales in North America is out Tesla’s penis-shaped Robotaxi expansion illustrates how unserious the business is Waymo outlengths Tesla: Elon’s phallic Robotaxi map backfires in Austin’s expansion battle Uber to deploy 20,000 Lucid Gravity robotaxis equipped with Nuro Driver, beginning next year [Video] Mercedes-Benz unveils the new CLA Shooting Brake EV with impressive range Subaru enters Uncharted EV territory Faraday Future unveils FX Super One, an EV minivan with a funny F.A.C.E. 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/6AoMC46FO04

Jul 18, 2025 54 min

Tesla Robotaxi odds, Rivian R1 Quad, Hyundai Ioniq 9, 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 Robotaxi odds, Rivian R1 Quad, Hyundai Ioniq 9, and more Today’s episode is brought to you by Bosch Mobility Aftermarket—A global leader and trusted provider of automotive aftermarket parts. To celebrate Amazon Prime Day, Bosch Mobility is offering exclusive savings on must-have auto parts and tools. Today is the final day for Prime Day savings, so hurry and grab those Bosch sales before they disappear! Learn more here. 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 slashes prices in Canada despite tariffs as sales basically go to 0 Tesla Semi efficiency improves in real-world trucking test covering 4,494 miles over 3 weeks Elon Musk says Tesla Robotaxi is coming to California, but no one other than shareholders beleive him Elon Musk says Grok is coming to Tesla vehicles just after it went full Hitler Tesla (TSLA) pushes its shareholders annual meeting all the way to November, but why? Rivian R1 Quad kick turns into the new EV Halo car brand Hyundai Ioniq 9 first drive: Stylish SUV outside, spacious and versatile 3-row minivan inside The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N is here and it’s even better than expected NIO (NIO) opens orders for the new three-row Onvo L90, starting at under $30,000 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/bWgv3DuVoLQ

E393 Jul 11, 2025 62 min

Trump/GOP go after EV/solar, Tesla, Ford, GM EV sales, Electrek Formula Sun, 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 Trump's Big Beautiful bill becoming law and going after EVs and solar, Tesla, Ford, and GM EV sales, Electrek Formula Sun, and more Today’s episode is brought to you by Bosch Mobility Aftermarket—A global leader and trusted provider of automotive aftermarket parts. To celebrate Amazon Prime Day July 8th through 11th, Bosch Mobility is offering exclusive savings on must-have auto parts and tools. Learn more here. 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: Electrek FSGP 2025: New teams, new cars, same solar spirit Congress votes to send 2 million US jobs to China, increase deficit, energy costs Tesla (TSLA) confirms 384,000 deliveries in Q2 2025, right on expectations Tesla prototype sparks speculation: a Model Y, maybe slightly smaller Tesla launches Oasis Supercharger with solar farm and off-grid batteries Tesla unveils its LFP battery factory, claims it’s almost ready Here’s why Ford’s electric vehicle sales crashed by nearly a third in Q2 The Chevy Equinox EV is GM’s breakout star, but that’s not the only surprise Xpeng launches G7, a new Tesla Model Y competitor for just $27,000 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/iZhOQkQutm8

E392 Jul 04, 2025 62 min

Xiaomi shocks with YU7, Tesla Robotaxi launch 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 Xiaomi shocking the industry with YU7, Tesla's Robotaxi launch and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. Today, the episode is live at 12:15 a.m instead due to Fred’s travels in China and Seth's in. 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: Xiaomi YU7 first drive: a $35,000 Ferrari-looking electric SUV with over 400 miles of real range Xiaomi received over 200,000 real orders for its Tesla killer in just 3 minutes Whoopsie! Uh oh! Here’s all of Tesla Robotaxi’s goofs and gaffes so far Tesla fires Musk’s chief of staff who became head of North America and Europe Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix 2025: A brief history, full schedule, and teams Lucid’s (LCID) midsize EV platform is coming next year, bringing three $50,000 ‘top hats’ Cadillac’s most affordable EV just got even better with a built-in NACS port and much more Cadillac just delivered the first Celestiq, a hand-built ultra-luxury EV that costs $350,000 Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 12:15 a.m. ET (or the video after 1 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/zXT1hZD8o_I

E391 Jun 27, 2025 64 min

Tesla Robotaxi launch, new Nissan Leaf, Ford low cost 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 the Tesla Robotaxi launch this weekend, the new Nissan Leaf, Ford's upcoming low-cost EVs, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. Today, the episode is live at 8 a.m instead due to Fred's travels in China. 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 launch is a dangerous game of smoke and mirrors Tesla releases details about ‘Robotaxi’ launch: there’s a ‘safety monitor’ in front seat Waymo expands CA service area by ~50% just before Tesla robotaxi launch Tesla (TSLA) plans to pause production at Gigafactory Texas for second time in 2 months Tesla hacker reveals a new Model Y with 6 seats is in the works Finally! The Nissan LEAF has been reborn as a new 2026 crossover, and it has NACS! [Video] The 2026 Chevy Silverado EV is here and it’s a long-range powerhouse Ford believes its low-cost EV platform will go head-to-head with China Ford is halting Mustang Mach-E sales due to a recall impacting over 300,000 vehicles Say hello to the ID. Buzz AD: VW’s fully autonomous ride is here Switzerland killed study proving upgrading to an electric car is good for the environment Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 8:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 9 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/wNxV7sN2VsY

E390 Jun 20, 2025 66 min

New Tesla Model S/X, Robotaxi is sort of coming, Xiaomi breaks EV Nurburgring record, 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 Model S and Model XX, Robotaxi is sort of coming, Xiaomi breaking the EV record at Nurburgring, 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 updated Model S and Model X: the biggest change is the price Tesla Full Self-Driving hasn’t improved all year and Musk points to more wait Elon Musk ‘regrets’ what he said about Trump as the President is about to crush Tesla Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra snags all-time fastest lap for a mass-produced EV at Nürburgring [Video] A prototype Porsche Cayenne EV just beat every gas SUV ever in a hillclimb We have the starting pricing for all model year 2026 Rivian R1 trims The 2025 Kia EV9 sold out faster than expected Mercedes has a new ultra-luxury electric van coming soon The funky Subaru Brat is returning as an EV pickup with a little help from Toyota Charge your EV in 5 minutes: BYD’s ‘flash’ network heads to Europe 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/ArA4TKru5Gs

E389 Jun 13, 2025 65 min

Tesla in Musk/Trump divorce, EV sales in EU, Hyundai's new electric minivan, 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 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

E388 Jun 06, 2025 63 min

New Tesla Model S/X, robotaxi service is coming, new EV price war, 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 Model S/X "refresh", robotaxi service is coming, a new EV price war in China, 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 is starting to realize Trump and GOP are killing Tesla Tesla spotted with design and feature update for Model S and Model X Tesla has been testing robotaxi service without drivers for ‘several days’, says Elon Musk GM takes over as the ‘#1 EV seller’ in Canada Tesla’s sales fall 87% in Quebec as its market gets wiped out BYD starts a new EV price war in China Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix 2025: Now just over a month away 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/I8cz78hFwv0

E387 May 30, 2025 59 min

EV/Solar killing bill moves forward, Elon lies about Tesla's demand, cheaper 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 the EV/Solar killing bill moving forward, Elon lying about Tesla's demand, cheaper EVs 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 (TSLA) is badly affected by Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ the GOP just passed Elon Musk materialy lied to Tesla (TSLA) shareholders – transcript and proof Tesla pulls all the demand levers with discounts and incentives as sales crash Tesla Full Self-Driving veers off road, flips car in scary crash driver couldn’t prevent Tesla Model Y compared to ‘Tesla killer’ Xiaomi YU7: it’s not even close Chevy gives the 2026 Silverado EV the Trail Boss treatment with 725 hp and off-road upgrades Volkswagen builds first pre-series ID.2 parts and the low-cost battery system to power it BYD’s best-selling EV arrives in Europe as the Dolphin Surf with prices starting at $26,000 Rivian R2 kicks off real-world validation and even its camo wraps are cooler than everyone else’s 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/zwBSd3fFOX8

E386 May 23, 2025 62 min

EV tax credit on chopping block, Tesla's China problem, Slate gets interest, 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 how the GOP plans to kill the EV tax credit, Tesla's China problem, Slate getting some interest, 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: GOP tax bill helps its biggest donor Musk, but harms his company, Tesla Tesla (TSLA) slows down in China despite new Model Y production Tesla (TSLA) Chinese deliveries dropped to a scary low level Tesla’s robotaxi fleet will be powered by ‘plenty of teleoperation’ NHTSA asks Tesla how it plans to release its robotaxi service based on FSD Tesla employees ask Elon Musk to resign, confirm massive demand problem, get fired for it Elon Musk hires another Tesla board member to cash checks and let him destroy the brand Toyota’s bZ electric SUV gets a new name, more range, an NACS port and other upgrades BYD’s latest low-cost EV hits dealerships: Meet the new e7 GM’s new EV battery cells promise more affordable, long-range electric trucks and SUVs Ram is once again delaying its first electric truck: Here’s when you can expect to see it now Slate’s $20k electric pickup that can be converted into an SUV has secured 100k reservations 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/EhFbOx8_IK0

E385 May 16, 2025 67 min

Tesla Model Y RWD, Cybertruck bait-and-switch, 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 Model Y RWD in the US, Cybertruck bait-and-switch, Rivian 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 launches cheaper Model Y RWD in the US Tesla bait-and-switch: Cybertruck owners won’t get Autosteer feature they paid for Tesla confirms it has given up on its Cybertruck range extender to achieve promised range Tesla (TSLA) shareholders get excited for ‘Tesla prototype’ that turn out to be a competitor’s Tesla’s NACS connector will be used by Mazda’s EVs in Japan GOP leader confirms plan to kill $7,500 EV tax credit in budget Rivian’s (RIVN) Q1 2025 report details highest gross profits to date, R2 validations underway Jeep’s most affordable SUV is now electric: The Compass EV is here with +400 miles range Toyota’s sleek new C-HR+ electric SUV arrives in Norway with over 370 miles range Nissan pulls the plug on its +$1 billion EV battery plant as the alarm bells go off Waymo plans to more than double its self-driving I-PACE fleet within the next year 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/DAXL8TXXekI

May 09, 2025 67 min

Elon is still CEO of Tesla, BYD EV sales surges while Tesla's collapse, 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 Elon being challenged in his role as CEO of Tesla, BYD EV sales surging while Tesla's collapse, and more. Today’s episode is brought to you by retrospec—makers of sleek, powerful e-bikes and outdoor gear built for everyday adventure. Electrek listeners can get 10% off their next ride until May 8th with the exclusive code ELECTREK10 only at retrospec.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 board is reportedly floating replacing Elon Musk as CEO Tesla board denies having done the only right thing it has been reported to do in years Tesla (TSLA) sales continue to crash in Europe despite new Model Y Tesla sales have collapsed in Sweden Tesla hikes prices on its EVs in Canada amid tariffs, expect demand collapse Tesla Semi public charging network coming with 46 stations in 2027 Tesla Powerwall 3 is disrupting the solar inverter market Facing pressure, Trump scales back tariffs for US automakers Waymo and Toyota partner to go after Tesla with personal self-driving vehicles BYD had a blowout sales month in April with more EVs sold than hybrids, and that’s not all China’s 3-row 872hp SUV would destroy the EU/US market: $40K Lynk & Co 900 PHEV  Hyundai’s new electric SUV is here: IONIQ 9 prices start at $60,555 with 335 miles range BMW hits pause on EV production in the US, but don’t expect prices to rise yet Aptera April update: ‘Artemis’ feature-complete pushes forward, first solar deliveries, and a new partnership [Video] 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/sFIZkWbbLig

E383 May 02, 2025 73 min

Electrek at Shanghai Auto Show, Tesla earnings, Slate cheap EV pickup unveiled, 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 Electrek seeing a ton of cool EVs at the Shanghai Auto Show, Tesla's disastrous earnings, Slate's cheap EV pickup being unveiled, and more. Today’s episode is brought to you by retrospec—makers of sleek, powerful e-bikes and outdoor gear built for everyday adventure. Electrek listeners can get 10% off their next ride until May 8th with the exclusive code ELECTREK10 only at retrospec.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: Here’s some of the coolest, sleekest (and furriest) EV tech we saw at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show Tesla (TSLA) Q1 2025 financial results: missed big on already terrible expectations Live Tesla Q1 2025 earnings transcript fact check and reaction stream Here are all the crazy claims Elon Musk made about Tesla self-driving today Tesla (TSLA) brings back FSD transfer, offers $2,000 loyalty discount amid demand crisis The Tesla (TSLA) dilemma: company is cooked with Musk, but stock crashes without him You won’t believe the repair cost of this Tesla Cybertruck after a crash with a compact sedan Slate emerges with customizable EV pickup available for under $20k [Video] Chevy Blazer SS EV first drive, over 600hp and 300 miles of range! CATL unveils new EV battery that charges as fast as pumping gas 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://youtu.be/IHGlFCDXpx8

E382 Apr 25, 2025 80 min

How Elon killed Tesla Model 2, global EV sales surge, and Chinese EVs keep killing it

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 how Elon Musk killed Tesla Model 2, global EV sales surging, how Chinese EVs keep killing it, 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 shut down internal Tesla analysis that showed Robotaxi would lose money Tesla (TSLA) brand damage is destroying used car value: ‘People don’t want them anymore’ Tesla Odometergate: is it Tesla’s own Dieselgate or nothing burger? Tesla Cybertruck is in crisis: new discounts and throttling down production Global EV sales jump 40% in March despite tariff turmoil ZEEKR unveils 7GT as ‘The EV that does everything’, complete with 10-minute charging and 825 km range Bespoke British sports car manufacturer RBW EV Cars breaks ground on new US facility Archer unveils eVTOL air taxi network with United to connect passengers to all major NYC airports 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/PcOBsbmN1uo

Apr 18, 2025 73 min

New Tesla Cybertruck, tariff mayhem, Lucid buys Nikola, 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 Cybertruck RWD, more tariff mayhem, Lucid buying Nikola, 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) surges on Trump announcing bigger tariffs on China that will destroy its energy business Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders in China amid new tariffs Tesla launches new Cybertruck RWD for $70,000, removes tons of cool features Tesla quietly removes range extender battery option on Cybertruck Tesla’s US sales are worse than what is reported, here’s more accurate data Lucid acquires Nikola’s factory, some assets, and offer jobs to workers BYD launches its first EVs with ultra-fast charging starting at just $30,000 BMW EVs are gaining more range this year as the 2026 iX hits an impressive 364 miles Check out the Kia EV2: This small electric SUV has a big personality Smartphone manufacturer Foxconn plans to bring two EV models to the US 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/mHFEKgtRRts

E380 Apr 11, 2025 64 min

Tesla's disastrous deliveries, more Trump tariffs, EV delivery 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 disastrous deliveries, more Trump tariffs, EV delivery 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) announces 336,681 deliveries, far worse than expected Tesla launches cheaper new Model Y in US and Canada Tesla Semi suffers more delays and ‘dramatic’ price increase Trump announces sweeping tariffs ranging from 10 to 49%, will increase cost of everything BYD’s global EV takeover is far from over as overseas sales double to start 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E is off to a hot start in 2025: Here’s how it stacks up against other top EVs Rivian’s (RIVN) stock is down after EV deliveries slip in Q1: Here’s what to expect in 2025 Lucid (LCID) set another EV delivery record and the Gravity SUV is just getting started Hyundai’s super-efficient Ioniq 6 updated with sportier look, ‘N’ model coming soon Honda’s new electric SUV and Prelude debut on public roads for the first time [Video] Mazda’s $20,000 Chinese EV is about to launch overseas and a new SUV is up next 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/Ps61SkwSEMM

E86 Apr 04, 2025 57 min

Trump's dumb auto tariffs explained, Tesla in the crosshairs, new Nissan Leaf, 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 Trump's dumb new auto tariffs explained, Tesla being in the crosshairs of retaliatory tariffs, the new Nissan Leaf, 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: Trump imposes tariffs on all car imports: here’s where all EVs available in the US come from Elon Musk: Tesla (TSLA) is ‘not unscathed’, tariff impact is ‘significant’ Tesla is becoming a political pawn: UK considers removing it from EV incentives Tesla is banned from Canada EV rebate program, gov freezes suspicious $43 million in rebates 67% of Americans would not consider buying a Tesla, new poll says Tesla (TSLA) Q1 delivery consensus: 377,000 EVs – worst performance in 2 years Meet the 2026 GMC Sierra EV: Over $25,000 cheaper and even more capable BYD just launched the sleek Qin L EV with its new smart driving tech for under $17,000 BYD’s first ultra-luxury electric sedan launches at under $90,000: Meet the Yangwang U7 The Nissan LEAF is all grown up and better than ever: Here’s our first look at the new EV 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/pPT-UHBg79w

E379 Mar 28, 2025 50 min

Tesla hate goes biblical, BYD comes out swinging, Renault 5 Turbo 3E, 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 hate going biblical, BYD coming out swinging with new record charging time, the new Renault 5 Turbo 3E, 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: Several Tesla vehicles burned down in Las Vegas and Kansas City, arson suspected Tesla vandalism: Trump and AG claim someone ‘coordinate and fund’ them Tesla used car prices are falling at 3x the rest of the market Tesla already starts to offer 0% interest on new Model Y in China – showing weak demand Tesla recalls all Cybertrucks ever made over trim falling off Trump’s US Commerce Secretary, who owns Tesla stocks, publicly recommends to buy TSLA Elon tells Tesla employees not to sell TSLA stocks as board and execs are dumping BYD confirms new 1,000V ‘Super E-Platform’ capable of fast charging 400km in 5 minutes BYD’s cheapest EV is launching in Europe soon with a new name and more upgrades Renault’s insane 5 Turbo 3E electric hot hatch ships in 2027, limited to 1,980 units Korea’s first electric pickup is already in high demand, and it’s not from Hyundai or Kia 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/qPMcFrQV2yA

E378 Mar 21, 2025 59 min

Trump's Tesla ad, cheaper Tesla model, Mercedes CLA 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 Trump making an ad for Tesla, upcoming cheaper Tesla models, the unveiling of the new Mercedes CLA 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: US President does infomercial at White House for company owned by his biggest political donor Trump’s Tesla commercial hasn’t helped inventory or new orders Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are on hold as trims are flying off the ‘bulletproof’ truck Elon Musk claims Tesla will double US production in next two years, let’s do the math Tesla Takedown movement fights back against Musk/Trump after push to label them as ‘domestic terrorists’ Tesla’s upcoming cheaper electric car is basically a stripped-down Model Y Tesla complains about being target of retaliatory tariffs, and it was right: it’s starting The Mercedes CLA EV is finally here and it has nearly 500 miles range: Here’s our first look BMW gives a sneak peek at the new i3 and iX3 during final stages of testing [Video] Toyota just gave the bZ4X the glow-up it deserves: Check out the new electric SUV Rivian launches hands-free driving and a new ‘Rally Mode,’ but that’s not all Jaguar’s controversial ultra-luxury EV looks fake in its first public appearance [Video] 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/DBwbEDpyEII

Mar 14, 2025 61 min

Tesla sales keep crashing, Cadillac Escalade IQL, Volvo ES90, IONIQ 9 unveils, 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 sales crashing, the unveiling of the Cadillac Escalade IQL, Volvo ES90, and IONIQ 9, 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) sales crash continues in Europe, with Germany down 70% This Chinese EV has surpassed Tesla’s Model 3, and Model Y is next Tesla now offers discounted financing on Cybertruck as the truck turns out to be a flop Tesla to build a new Megafactory in Texas near Houston Tesla store gets taken over by Musk protesters, 9 people arrested Volvo ES90 revealed: 800V beauty is midway between SUV, sedan and fastback Cadillac Escalade too small? New, bigger $133K Escalade IQL might be the ticket Hyundai IONIQ 9 set to shake up the SUV market with ‘game-changing’ range and a lot more Honda Prologue upgraded with over 300 miles range, but no price change for 2025 Rivian (RIVN) confirms R2 is coming soon and will take the EV brand global Volkswagen unveils ID. EVERY1 show car, production version set to launch around 20,000 euros 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/uvAKKw8PIdU

Mar 07, 2025 62 min

Kia EV Day, TSLA stock crashing, VW ID.4 surging, 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 announcements made at Kia's EV Day 2025, TSLA stock crashing, VW ID.4 surging, 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: Kia EV Day 2025 recap: EV4 is coming to US, plus an up-close look at the EV2 and PV5 [Video] Tesla (TSLA) stock is crashing like a ‘soufflé under a sledge hammer’ as Elon Musk predicted Tesla announces Model S and Model X refresh later this year Tesla can already deliver new Model Y orders within 2 weeks in China – demand problem? Tesla applies for ride-hailing service in California, but with human drivers Tesla protests gain momentum while the hate is dividing Tesla owners Volkswagen ID.4 was the best-selling EV in Europe, top 3 in the US last month Volvo’s new ES90 has lightning-fast EV charging speeds and up to 435 miles range Meet the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, the luxury Chinese EV everyone’s talking about Lucid (LCID) expects EV output to double in 2025 as the Gravity SUV rolls out 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/MmfUpZaLJ-Y

E375 Feb 28, 2025 67 min

Tesla protests, Rivian earnings, Kia's new 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 protests, Rivian's earnings, Kia's new electric vehicles, 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 was hit by a wave of protests over Musk, sales are crashing, insiders are waking up Nissan turning to Tesla as potential investor after Honda deal fell through Tesla Cybertruck is not the death machine that some claimed, gets 5-star NHTSA rating Tesla deliveries expected to go down to levels not seen in more than 2 years Tesla to finally launch Supercharger wait queue after fight broke out First look at Tesla’s first ‘public’ electric semi truck charging station Rivian (RIVN) hit its gross profit goal in Q4, now what? Rivian announces new offroad-focused ‘California Dune Edition’ R1 Here’s our first look at the Genesis GV90 with coach doors: The next ultra-luxe EV The electric Jeep Compass may be a pipe dream after all Kia unveils first look at its new PV5: This is the electric van we’ve been waiting for Kia finally pulls the covers off its new EV4: Here’s our first look at the low-cost EV 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/2rfhtwZuFoA

Feb 21, 2025 51 min

GOP moves on EV tax credit, Tesla takeover/takedown, $20,000 VW 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 the GOP's move to kill the EV tax credit, Tesla takeover/takedown, $20,000 VW 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: Oil-backed senators introduce bills to kill $7,500 EV tax credit, add $1,000 tax on electric cars Tesla Takeover: protests planned at Tesla stores globally this weekend US State Department has budget line for ‘Armored Teslas’ worth $400 million Tesla turns to creative solutions to try to prevent charging cable thefts Tesla offers up to $6,000 Cybertruck discounts as inventory pile up Tesla says not taking Cybertruck trade-ins after owner tried to return his due to ‘anti-nazi harassment’ BYD’s most affordable EVs just got a smart driving upgrade, for free Lucid (LCID) CEO predicts ‘exponential’ growth, and it’s not just from selling luxury EVs Here’s a better look at the new Nissan LEAF EV [Images] Here’s a better look at the $20,000 Volkswagen ID.1 EV ahead of its debut next month 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/MFzQ3Iyq7cs

Feb 14, 2025 71 min