The Watt Car EV Podcast
Phil Royle and Ed Sanchez
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TWC Podcast, Episode 27: Herbert’s Big Adventure
What a week! From U.S. President Joe Biden’s electrification executive order to new EPA standards to a possible Elon Musk biography, there was plenty to discuss on The Watt Car’s automotive electrification podcast. But wait, there’s more! Like VW CEO Herbert Diess having a big (and apparently disappointing) EV charging adventure, Qualcomm nosing in on Magna’s business, an 80 kWh, dual-motor travel trailer, and on and on…Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESWalter Isaacson working on Elon Musk biography: https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/05/walter-isaacson-is-working-on-a-biography-of-elon-musk/Model Y sales are starting in Europe, but cars coming from China: https://www.electrive.com/2021/08/09/first-tesla-model-y-units-arrive-in-europe/Biden signs electrification executive order: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/08/05/executive-order-on-strengthening-american-leadership-in-clean-cars-and-trucks/Here’s what The Watt Car has to say on the matter: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/tesla-excluded-from-biden-ev-event-lets-be-honest-whyEPA proposes increasing average fuel economy to 52 mpg by 2026: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/08/epa-proposes-u-s-average-fuel-economy-at-52-mpg-by-2026/VW CEO Herbert Diess calls out Ionity fast-charging network: https://insideevs.com/news/524953/volkswagen-herbert-diess-criticizes-ionity/Plot Twist – Qualcomm tries to out-flank Magna in acquiring Veoneer: https://www.reuters.com/technology/qualcomm-offers-buy-automotive-tech-firm-veoneer-46-bln-2021-08-05/Tesla Chairwoman Robyn Denholm cashes out $22 million in shares: https://www.carscoops.com/2021/08/teslas-chairman-robyn-denholm-sells-22-million-worth-of-ev-makers-shares/Elon Musk says during earnings call that the Cybertruck would cost $1 million each if produced right now: https://insideevs.com/news/525021/tesla-cybertruck-one-million-price/E.Home Coco maker Dethleffs does real-world test of powered trailer concept: https://www.dethleffs.de/en/news/ehome-alps-challenge/Grind Hard Plumbing Co. joins forces with Rich Benoit to build an off-road Model 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7R-TSDjyx8Model S Plaid runs a 9.08 quarter-mile in St. Louis: https://youtu.be/UHbKXoO2jCIMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 26: Adventures in car washing
On this week’s The Watt Car automotive electrification podcast, co-hosts Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez discuss average car consumers, un-average billionaire CEOs, a new EV lap record at Laguna Seca, Magna continuing what seems like plans for EV domination, Mercedes-Benz gearing up to unveil more EVs, a potential EV Camaro, and more!Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESDid they or didn’t they? Elon Musk and Tim Cook: https://9to5mac.com/2021/07/30/elon-musk-wanted-to-be-apple-ceo-but-tim-cook-dropped-an-f-bomb-on-that-idea/Randy Pobst and Unplugged Performance’s Model S Plaid sets Laguna Seca EV record: https://twitter.com/UnpluggedTesla/status/1422019887824728066?s=20Magna-LG partnership: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/magna-the-most-important-ev-startup-you-probably-havent-heard-ofMercedes-Benz to show its first AMG EV, the EQE, at the IAA Mobility show in Munich: https://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/ko/Lead-in-Electric-Mercedes-Benz-at-the-IAA-MOBILITY-2021.xhtml?oid=50905437Camaro rumored to be killed off in favor of EV performance sedan: https://www.thedrive.com/news/41722/gm-to-lean-on-gasoline-sales-to-support-electric-transitionTesla 2021.24 software update adds Disney+, “car wash” mode, TeslaCam updates for automatic saving of clips in collisions or airbag deployments, “Stay connected to Wi-Fi” (but still no embedded hotspot): https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/tesla-software-update-adds-disney-car-wash-mode-and-more/Grand jury indicts Trevor Milton, founder of electric carmaker Nikola, on three counts of fraud: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/07/29/us-prosecutors-charge-trevor-milton-founder-of-electric-carmaker-nikola-with-three-counts-of-fraud.htmlThe Verge offers a great Nikola headline: https://www.theverge.com/tldr/2021/8/3/22607724/nikola-earnings-hydrogen-truck-trevor-miltonElectrify America to phase out CHAdeMO chargers on its network: https://insideevs.com/news/522882/electrify-america-ends-chademo-installations/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 25: The Slinky Effect
It’s all yoke all the time on this week’s episode of The Watt Car podcast, although to their credit, neither co-host Edward A. Sanchez or Phil Royle are happy to talk about it – yet they still do. Moving on from Tesla news, Toyota doubles down (once again) on PHEVs, Mercedes-Benz goes all in on EVs, Bank of America predicts an EV battery shortage in the next five years, Tesla makes money in Q2 (this time without the need for selling regulatory credits), and more!Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESMarques Brownlee reviews his new Model S Plaid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyKQ7qtTJagElon says refreshed Model S/Xs will be yoke-only: https://electrek.co/2021/07/23/elon-musk-confirms-tesla-not-offer-regular-steering-wheel-model-s-x/Model S Plaid spotted at Nurburgring with conventional steering wheel: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-s-plaid-nurburgring-yoke-vs-steering-wheel-test/Toyota Research CEO says hybrids/PHEVs are more effective at reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions: https://medium.com/toyotaresearch/carbon-is-our-enemy-lets-use-everything-we-ve-got-to-fight-it-b38bfbc1f16Mercedes pledges to go all-EV by 2030: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/mercedes-benz-pledges-all-electric-lineup-by-2030Bank of America report shows EV battery shortage on the horizon: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/07/automakers-facing-potential-ev-battery-shortage-as-early-as-2025/Tesla makes record quarterly profit without help of regulatory credits: https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/26/22594778/tesla-q2-2021-earnings-revenue-profit-credits-emissions-bitcoinTesla opening up Supercharger system will make money: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-superchargers-estimated-to-make-25b-in-annual-revenue-when-opened-to-other-evs/Rivian reportedly looking for second U.S. manufacturing facility: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/exclusive-amazon-backed-rivian-confirms-plan-second-us-assembly-plant-2021-07-22/Lucid goes public after email snafu: https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/26/22594177/lucid-motors-spac-nasdaq-saudi-arabia-ev-startupMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 24: A spider's web of charging cables
It’s stories galore on this week’s The Watt Car automotive electrification podcast, and none of them tie together. Still, that won’t stop co-hosts Edward A. Sanchez and Phil Royle as they tackle this week’s electrification news. From a TWC exclusive regarding the Tesla Cybertruck to "bring your own cable” charging to Superchargers for all, CARB aggressively tackling ICE ECU tunes, the end of the line for older Model S OTA updates, and more, this week’s podcast is a wild one.Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESIs the Telsa Cybertruck really the Model P?: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/exclusive-will-the-tesla-cybertruck-be-called-model-p-in-global-marketsCould "bring your own cable” be in America’s future?: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/byoc-could-bring-your-own-cable-ever-take-off-in-the-usTesla to open Superchargers to other cars: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/tesla-superchargers-for-everyone-the-real-story-explainedCARB’s ECU tune ban: https://www.thedrive.com/cars-101/41603/california-ecu-tune-flash-faq2015 and older Model S 3G connectivity will end come Feb. 2022: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-s-3g-att-connectivity-features/Tesla offers FSD as subscription service: https://electrek.co/2021/07/16/tesla-launches-full-self-driving-subscription-package-199-per-month/Jeep teases submerged Jeep: https://insideevs.com/news/521294/jeep-wrangler-electric-driving-submerged/Ford creates scent that makes people think of gasoline: https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/16/22580508/ford-gas-perfume-premium-mach-eauMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 23: The buzzword meter is off the charts
Co-hosts Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez meet up in person between podcast recordings, and Model 3 charging shenanigans ensue. Which leads to the question: How efficient of a driver is Ed? Apparently not as efficient as the drivers of a Ford Mustang Mach-E or Lightyear One, both of which recently bested 6 miles/kW under very specific circumstances. Beyond that, Ed and Phil discuss Stellantis EV Day, VW New Auto (whatever that means), the real rebirth of the VW Bus, handicap accessible EVs (or the lack thereof), the rotary is dead (again), and more.Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESBBC sets new record for average efficiency on length-of-Britain drive: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-57777588 Lightyear One averages 7.3 miles/kW in a recent test: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1132843_lightyear-one-solar-ev-440-miles-with-less-battery-than-any-long-range-teslaNew AC system will reportedly increase EV range by 50%: https://insideevs.com/news/519703/ev-aircon-refrigerant-boosts-range/Stellantis EV Day: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/stellantis-ev-day-2021-bold-claims-new-imageVW New Auto: https://www.volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/press-releases/new-auto-volkswagen-group-set-to-unleash-value-in-battery-electric-autonomous-mobility-world-7313Herbert Diess sees ID.Buzz as key to brand’s revival in U.S: https://www.thedrive.com/news/41532/vw-wants-to-be-a-cultural-icon-again-with-the-id-buzzVW and BMW hit with a $1 billion fine: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jul/08/eu-fines-vw-and-bmw-750m-for-colluding-with-daimler-on-fumesThe real rebirth of the VW Bus? https://www.motor1.com/news/518931/xbus-electric-van-truck-debut/Are EVs unfriendly to people with disabilities? https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/2/22550853/electric-vehicles-disabled-wheelchair-conversion-batteryMazda MX-30 with rotary range extender on hold: https://www.motor1.com/news/519421/mazda-rotary-range-extender-postponed/Southern California Edison announces installation of 38,000 charge points in its service area in the next 5 years: https://energized.edison.com/stories/sce-launches-program-to-install-38-000-ev-chargersEVgo acquires Recargo: https://www.evgo.com/press-release/evgo-and-recargo-join-forces-to-accelerate-ev-market-growth/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 22: Not Soulless, Just Sterile
On this week’s episode of The Watt Car automotive electrification podcast, co-host Edward A. Sanchez has his dreams come true with the news that EV supercar maker Rimac now owns Bugatti. Meanwhile, the podcast’s other host, Phil Royle, drools over the retro E-Legend EL1 EV. In other news, Canoo might be about to tease a new car, VW could be preparing its Electrify America exit strategy, Volvo hosts a “Tech Moment,” and more.Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESRimac takes ownership of Bugatti: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/rimac-takes-majority-control-of-bugatti-new-entity-named-rimac-groupE-Legend EL1: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/the-e-legend-el1-shows-promise-for-car-enthusiasts-in-an-ev-worldCanoo Sport Vehicle caught on camera: https://electrek.co/2021/07/03/canoos-upcoming-electric-sport-vehicle-spotted-in-california/Is VW selling its stake in Electrify America?: https://www.reuters.com/technology/volkswagen-sell-stake-charging-unit-electrify-america-sources-2021-07-06/VW ID Buzz in cargo form spotted: https://insideevs.com/news/517242/vw-id-buzz-production-body/Volvo hosts “Tech Moment” Webinar: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/volvo-lays-out-its-electrified-futureCanada bans sale of new ICE vehicles starting 2035: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/06/canada-joins-the-club-will-ban-gas-vehicles-by-2035/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
Episode 21: An interview with Karma Automotive’s Jeff Holland
This week on The Watt Car podcast, co-hosts Edward A. Sanchez and Phil Royle welcome Jeff Holland, Director of Public Relations at Karma Automotive, to discuss the Karma GS-6 series hybrid and the soon-to-be released GSe-6 EV version of the grand touring sedan. From new pricing to the hybrid system functionality to front suspension design and Karma’s California manufacturing capacity, this week features a deep dive into the manufacturer that is set to make waves. Oh, and there might be a new Karma model on the horizon, but you’ll have to listen to the podcast to find out more about that.Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESKarma Automotive: https://www.karmaautomotive.comMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 20: The Tesla yoke of minivans
When it comes to EVs, charging is kind of important, so this week, The Watt Car podcast co-hosts Edward A. Sanchez and Phil Royle discuss that very topic in regard to road trips as well as home charging. The conversation then accelerates to the topic of Tesla Model S Plaid real-world 0-60 mph times, plus equally real-world realities of the Tesla yoke steering wheel. Moving on, the show eventually turns into a lively debate over something the hosts never thought they would be so passionate about: electrified minivans. Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESRoad tripping in a 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/road-tripping-in-a-hyundai-ioniq-electric-range-anxiety-strikesCreative charging solution: https://cleantechnica.com/2021/06/21/confessions-of-a-sidewalk-charger-cleantechnica-version/MotorTrend tests Tesla Model S Plaid: https://www.motortrend.com/cars/tesla/model-s/2021/2022-tesla-model-s-plaid-first-test-review/Is the Tesla Model S Plaid’s yoke steering wheel a deal breaker: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/if-the-yoke-is-mandatory-tesla-can-count-me-out-as-a-repeat-customerCitroën Ami test drive: https://www.autoblog.com/2021/06/19/citroen-ami-first-drive-fun/Harley-Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz says “Electrification is a Given”: https://electrek.co/2021/06/21/harley-davidson-ceo-ahead-of-new-electric-motorcycle-launch-electrification-is-a-given/The VW T7 Multivan: https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/volkswagen-t7-multivan-transporter-phev-hybrid-debut/?fbclid=IwAR00B5FvWNtvkg4qEAAyD6UQuvkI0m6hpzWief_V8aD34Rnu63z9a0BwBNQWhat should the interiors of the VW ID.Buzz and Canoo look like: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/navigating-rough-seas-how-canoo-could-float-to-the-topMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 19: A multiplicative system
This week, co-hosts Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez bag on and praise Tesla for its latest release, the Model S Plaid. But there are other things to celebrate this week, too, like Kia selling out its EV6 First Editions in the U.S., rumors of Dodge electrifying in order to make fast cars, Apple hiring a seasoned automotive CEO, and a slew of new EV announcements from Polestar, Lincoln, and Maserati. Plus, an electric ride-on excavator. Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESRV parks and EVs: https://www.rvtravel.com/rv-park-owner-discusses-experience-with-electric-vehicles-1003/Kia sells out of its EV6 First Editions: https://insideevs.com/news/513011/us-kia-ev6-fully-reserved/Tesla Model S Plaid delivery day: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/tesla-model-s-plaid-why-it-still-mattersJalopnik takes on the yoke steering wheel: https://jalopnik.com/real-world-video-of-the-tesla-yoke-steering-wheel-is-as-1847093662Rumor: Dodge making fast EVs: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/06/fastest-dodge-ever-will-be-electric-and-one-of-an-assortment-of-battery-models-coming-from-old-fca-brands/Apple hires BMW and Canoo veteran Ulrich Kranz: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/10/apple-hires-bmw-veteran-in-latest-sign-of-electric-car-push.html"Grazing" vs "guzzling”: https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/commentary/electric-vehicles-wireless-charging-pennsylvania-20210610.htmlLordstown’s latest woes: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/15/lordstown-motors-shares-soar-after-new-chairwoman-says-production-plans-remain-on-track.htmlPolestar announces Polestar 3: https://www.autoblog.com/2021/06/16/polestar-3-suv-made-in-america/Lincoln pledges to electrify: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a36728998/lincoln-future-electric-vehicle-plans-revealed/New Maserati GranTurismo sports coupe is coming eventually as an EV: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1132576_maserati-teases-its-first-all-electric-car-a-potential-tesla-roadster-rivalHonda Clarity discontinued: https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Automobiles/Honda-discontinues-fuel-cell-car-Clarity-on-weak-demandHonda and Komatsu announce mini ride-on EV excavator with swappable battery: https://www.electrive.com/2021/06/11/honda-komatsu-plan-electric-excavator-with-battery-swapping/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 18: It usually self corrects
Podcast co-hosts Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez discuss Ed’s latest Tesla mobile service call for an issue he figured would fix itself. Spoiler alert: it didn’t. Then it’s more RV talk, but with a strange Model S twist. Oh, and Ford unveils its Maverick pickup truck that comes standard as a hybrid, the Associated Press misses the point about EVs, Nissan delays the Ariya, and Ferrari might be making some giant steps toward electrification. Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESLoki Basecamp for the Tesla Cybertruck: https://www.lokibasecamp.com/cybertruck-edition-pre-orderTesla removes radar and goes camera only on new Model 3 and Y: https://insideevs.com/news/512394/tesla-autopilot-no-radar-cityAnonymous takes on Elon Musk: https://electrek.co/2021/06/08/anonymous-attacks-tesla-elon-musk-video-oil-industry/2022 Ford Maverick hybrid: https://www.motortrend.com/cars/ford/maverick/2022/2022-ford-maverick-compact-pickup-truck-first-look-review/Associated Press article says slow charging times may be obstacle to EV adoption: https://apnews.com/article/technology-business-b53446b771166fda14c24d814d1758c9The Watt Car’s counterpoint: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/ap-says-slow-charging-hampering-ev-adoption-i-say-ice-fueling-mentality-isNissan delays the Ariya EV: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/06/nissan-delays-ariya-ev-ford-offers-buyer-incentives-as-chip-shortages-worsen/Tesla Model S Plaid+ is cancelled: https://insideevs.com/news/512278/tesla-models-plaid-plus-cancelled/Lotus Evija EV hits 186 mph very quickly: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1128824_no-street-legal-car-will-be-able-to-catch-the-lotus-evija-from-0-186-mphElectronics industry veteran Benedetto Vigna named as Ferrari’s new CEO: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/ferrari-hires-new-ceo-from-electronics-industry-sign-of-things-to-comeBorgWarner to make drive module for Hyundai Group's A-segment EVs: https://insideevs-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/insideevs.com/news/511835/hyundai-asegment-mode-powered-borgwarnerMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 17: Feeling like a Slurpee
This week, The Watt Car podcast co-hosts Phil Royle and Edward A.Sanchez kick off the conversation with a survey that was obvious to anyone who has ever charged an EV: electric vehicle owners with a home Level 2 charger are happier. From there, the conversation hits the road with a 1,000 mile EV road trip, 7-Eleven gets into the EV charging biz, Ford is possibly sandbagging on the range of its F-150 Lightning, the Rimac C_Two is finally named, and more!Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESJD Power finds EV owners with Level 2 home charging have much better experience: https://www.jdpower.com/business/press-releases/2021-us-electric-vehicle-experience-evx-home-charging-studyEngineering Explained’s Jason Fenske asks (and answers) “Can you drive 1,000 miles a day in an EV?”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxA8Y69R6uM7-Eleven to add 500 DC fast chargers by the end of 2022: https://techcrunch.com/2021/06/01/7-eleven-to-install-500-ev-charging-stations-by-the-end-of-2022/Mustang Mach-E number one selling EV for May in Norway: https://cleantechnica.com/2021/06/02/norways-plugin-ev-transition-continues-83-3-share-in-may-with-ford-mustang-mach-e-overall-bestseller/Marques Brownlee thinks Ford may be sandbagging F-150 Lightning Range: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2npVg9ONFoPull-through charging is the game-changer that needs to happen for large-scale EV truck adoption: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/pull-through-charging-the-revolution-that-must-happen-for-ev-trucks-to-succeedPatent filings show integrated camp kitchen, up to 610 miles range in Tesla Cybertruck: https://electrek.co/2021/05/28/tesla-cybertruck-ui-patent-accessories-features-610-miles-range/Rimac C_Two gets a real name: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/rimac-nevera-the-countach-of-the-2020s-if-there-is-such-a-thingBMW releases details on the i4 and iX: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2022-bmw-i4-bmws-belated-answer-to-the-tesla-model-3Canadian EV Startup Daymak claims Daymak Spiritus will be first car to mine cryptocurrency: https://daymakavvenire.com/daymak-spiritus-will-be-the-worlds-first-electric-car-to-mine-cryptocurrency-from-dogecoin-to-bitcoin-while-its-parked/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 16: The Elephant in the Room
Lightning strikes again on this week’s podcast, with co-hosts Edward A. Sanchez and Phil Royle discussing the Ford F-150 Lightning once more. The elephant in the room, however, is charging while connected to a trailer. Therein, Ed makes a shocking admission. The conversation then meanders to Ioniq 5 U.S. release information, Level 1 vs. Level 2 home charging, battery recycling, and more.Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESElon Musk claims 1.1-second 0-60 on second-gen Roadster with SpaceX Package: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-roadster-1-sec-0-60-mph-confirmed-elon-musk/Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained explains how: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PRi4B1APj0Crowdsourced document claims 1 million reservations for Cybertruck: https://electrek.co/2021/05/25/tesla-cybertruck-reservations-1-million-electric-pickup-trucks/F-150 PowerBoost vs. Lightning: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/powerboost-vs-lighting-why-i-would-buy-an-f-150-powerboost-over-a-lightning-for-nowFord strongly hints EV Bronco is coming: https://twitter.com/mrlevine/status/1397553722998202368?s=21CleanTechnica’s Zachary Shahan says Level 1 home charging works fine: https://cleantechnica.com/2021/05/23/can-you-charge-an-electric-car-with-a-regular-outlet-hell-yes/The Watt Car rebuttal: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/leading-ev-blogger-says-level-1-home-charging-is-sufficient-i-disagreeIoniq 5 U.S. release info: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/05/hyundai-reveals-new-ioniq-5-to-u-s-consumers/In-depth look at EV battery recycling by Science Magazine: https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2021/05/millions-electric-cars-are-coming-what-happens-all-dead-batteriesMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 15: Lightning Strikes!
The Watt Car Podcast hosts Edward A. Sanchez and Phil Royle stay up late to chat about the F-150 Lightning debut, speculating about the unspoken portions of Ford’s presentation. From there, they discuss Kia’s U.S. debut of the EV6, Lamborghini’s electrification leading to the potential end to an automotive enthusiast era, a new SEC investigation of an EV company, and more!Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESFord F-150 Lightning debuts: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2022-ford-f-150-lightning-bigger-than-the-model-3Hummer could weigh 9k lbs: https://www.thedrive.com/news/40657/the-gmc-hummer-ev-pickup-will-weigh-9046-pounds-reportKia officially unveils U.S. version of the EV6: https://insideevs.com/news/508163/kia-ev6-us-reveal-specs/Ioniq 5 getting a claimed 300 mile range in U.S.: https://www.motor1.com/news/507158/hyundai-ioniq-5-us-range/Hyundai Group announces $7.4 billion electrification investment in the U.S.: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/hyundai-group-announces-74-billion-investment-in-us-for-evsHyundai Nexo FCEV sets fuel cell distance record: https://www.h2-view.com/story/hyundai-nexo-breaks-world-record-for-longest-distance-travelled-in-a-fcev/Lamborghini set to make hybrids, a full electric in the second half of the decade: https://electrek.co/2021/05/18/lamborghini-announces-upcoming-all-electric-car/Electric Caterham: https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/electric-seven-due-2023-first-caterham-evWaymo robotaxi goes rogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdKCQKBvH-AFisker announces Project P.E.A.R.: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/fisker-finalizes-deal-with-foxconn-make-evs-us-starting-2023-2021-05-13/Canoo being investigated by SEC: https://techcrunch.com/2021/05/17/canoo-is-being-investigated-by-the-sec/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com
TWC Podcast, Episode 14: A lot of promises
Promises, promises, promises – that’s the recurring theme on this week’s The Watt Car Podcast. Teasing new EV products is Harley-Davidson with its pending LiveWire lineup, Ford reveals the name of its Ford F-150 electric pickup as well as hints at an EV Bronco, and Porsche promises an EV version of the Macan. Rivian, meanwhile, adds meat to the conversation with actual specs on its forthcoming R1T pickup. Shortly thereafter, Phil Royle rants to co-host Edward A. Sanchez about efficiency vs. convenience.Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESRich Rebuilds V8-powered Model S: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MOs4W-WYlMPanic gas buying erupts: https://www.newsobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article251353113.htmlHarley-Davidson makes “LiveWire” its own EV motorcycle brand: https://h-dmediakit.com/us/news-articles/harley-davidson-launches-livewire,-the-electric-motorcycle-brand.htmlFord is indeed naming its F-150 EV the Lightning: https://electrek.co/2021/05/10/ford-electric-f150-pickup-lightning-name-unveiling/Subaru teases the 2023 Solterra EV SUV: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/subaru-announces-2023-solterra-evPorsche announces the Macan EV will be released as part of a makeover in 2023: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1132211_porsche-confirms-electric-macan-for-2023-gas-model-will-continueFord hints at Bronco EV: https://www.thedrive.com/news/40533/electric-ford-bronco-teased-by-who-else-fords-ceoRivian R1T details released: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1132193_rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-more-details-about-towing-gear-tunnel-app-controlled-tailgate“Electrified vehicle” market share in California hits 9% in Q1: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/05/electrified-vehicle-market-share-in-california-hits-9-percent-in-q1/Tesla reaches milestone of 2,700 supercharger locations, 25,000 chargers: https://electrek.co/2021/05/07/tesla-supercharger-network-reaches-25000-charger-milestone/Direct use of electricity much more efficient than production and use of hydrogen for e-fuels: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/may/06/hydrogen-fuel-risks-reliance-on-fossil-fuels?utm_campaign=Carbon%20Brief%20Daily%20Briefing&utm_content=20210507&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Revue%20DailyMunro discusses Tesla Model Y vs. VW ID.4 vs. Mustang Mach-E: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRkm6-bBk4UPorsche offers roof cargo box for Taycan rated for up to 124 mph: https://www.autoblog.com/2021/05/07/porsche-performance-roof-box-revealed/German labor union IG Metall reportedly targeting Tesla Berlin plant for organization: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/top-union-sets-sights-works-council-teslas-german-gigafactory-2021-05-07/France drops requirement for CHAdeMO L3 chargers ahead of schedule: https://www.electrive.com/2021/05/10/france-writes-off-chademo-standard-in-new-legislation/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 13: The Trouble With Dendrites
Electrification news flies freely this week with hosts Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez discussing GM’s solution to what has become a bit of an EV charging mess, some early adopters abandon EVs, Uber and Arrival don’t mention autonomy, BMW and Ford invest in solid state batteries in the hopes of reducing dendrites, mining the Rhine, and much, much more.Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESGM Ultium Charge 360: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/gm-ultium-charge-360-this-is-how-it-should-be-for-everyoneEV deserters claim charging frustration: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/ev-deserters-claim-charging-frustration-only-30-have-home-level-2-chargersGas shortage coming due to decreased number of tanker truck drivers: https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/27/business/summer-gasoline-shortage/index.htmlUber and Arrival are collaboration: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/is-the-arrivaluber-car-collaboration-the-end-of-the-line-for-the-autonomous-hype-trainBMW and Ford lead $130 million investment in solid-state battery company Solid Power: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bmw-and-ford-invest-in-solid-power-to-secure-all-solid-state-batteries-for-future-electric-vehicles-301281750.html?tc=eml_cleartimeLithium startup Vulcan Resources hopes to mine lithium from beneath Germany’s Rhine river: https://www.reuters.com/business/sustainable-business/can-rhines-white-gold-power-germanys-green-e-car-race-2021-04-28/Ford F-150 EV reportedly to be called “Lightning”: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a36302400/ford-f-150-lightning-electric-name/PSA teases Citroën Ami coming to U.S.: https://twitter.com/Free2MoveUSA/status/1387374568290062339The Little Car Company making life-size Tamiya RC car replica: https://www.thedrive.com/news/40370/tamiyas-wild-one-rc-buggy-from-the-80s-is-becoming-a-real-electric-off-roader-you-can-buyCyberlandr modular Cybertruck camper receives $50 million in pre-order commitments: https://electrek.co/2021/04/30/tesla-cybertruck-camper-system-receives-50-million-in-orders/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 12: Hitting the limitations of physics
Hosts Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez jump in this week with Honda’s surprising EV revelation, which Phil then ties into Hino Motors, REE, and Toyota in some obscure way. From there, it’s hypercar talk with Rimac performance testing before the conversation moves on to the latest from Byton, ABB, the proposed U.S. infrastructure bill, and late breaking news. Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESHonda announces it’s going electric: https://electrek.co/2021/04/23/honda-100-electric-sales-2040-twist/Hino Motors and REE partnership: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/what-hino-and-rees-partnership-could-say-about-toyotas-ev-futureRimac C_Two: https://youtu.be/QXe4X3rYIPwRivian offering 7-day, 1,000-mile satisfaction guarantee: https://rivian.com/experience/purchasingByton’s Germany office reportedly files for insolvency: https://www.electrive.com/2021/04/24/german-byton-subsidiary-launches-insolvency-proceedings/ABB unveils 3rd-generation DC fast charger: https://new.abb.com/ev-charging/products/car-charging/high-power-chargingBiden White House issues release on EV infrastructure plan/goals: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/04/22/fact-sheet-biden-administration-advances-electric-vehicle-charging-infrastructure/Netherlands plans 1.5 million public chargers by 2030: https://cleantechnica.com/2021/04/04/the-dutch-plan-to-install-a-million-chargers-by-2030/Lyft sells its autonomous vehicle technology unit, Level 5, to Toyota Motor Co.: https://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2021/04/lyft-sells-self-driving-business-unit-to-toyota-for-500-million/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 11: It's Raining EVs
It’s raining EVs on this week’s episode of The Watt Car’s automotive electrification podcast, with hosts Edward A. Sanchez and Phil Royle firing through as many as they can in one hour. From the Audi Q4 e-tron and A6 e-tron Concept to the Genesis Electrified G80, Toyota bZ4X, VW ID.6, and Cadillac Lyric specs, this week’s podcast is overflowing with EV unveiling goodness. Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESAudi Q4 e-tron: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2022-audi-q4-e-tron-has-the-model-y-met-its-matchAudi A6 e-tron Concept: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/audi-a6-e-tron-concept-ingolstadts-most-direct-aim-at-the-tesla-model-s-yetGenesis Electrified G80: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/genesis-g80-ev-understated-premium-electricMercedes EQS: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/mercedes-benz-eqs-stuttgart-unveils-its-electric-flagshipToyota bZ4X concept: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/toyota-bz4x-concept-previews-ultimate-embrace-of-electricVW ID.6 debuts at Shanghai Auto Show: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/volkswagen-id6-debuts-in-china-preview-of-global-modelSide note: Sandy Munro savages UX/UI of VW ID.4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oC9sUiwyL8Cadillac reveals specs on the Lyriq: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2023-cadillac-lyriq-specs-released-brand-pledges-all-electric-lineupMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 10: EV chargers off the back of a truck
It’s back to the racetrack for Phil Royle as he questions a number of Tesla Model 3 enthusiasts about their track-side charging habits and then reports his findings to co-host Edward A. Sanchez. From there, the conversation turns to the unveiling of the U.S.-spec Mazda MX-30, Polestar’s surprise front-wheel-drive offering, Magna’s shocking partnership rumors, Yamaha’s powerful EV motor, Elon Musk’s multiple attempts to unload Tesla, and more!Subscribe the the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESPre-fab Supercharger modules spied in Utah: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-prefab-supercharger-images/Mazda announces the MX-30 for America: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/mazda-mx-30-announced-for-us-token-effort-or-transformationPolestar announces two new versions of the Polestar 2: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/front-wheel-drive-polestar-2-is-no-compliance-car-its-smartREE signs deal with Magna: https://insideevs.com/news/500431/reel-signs-deal-magna-mev/LG and Magna reportedly ‘very near’ to signing deal for Apple Car production: https://9to5mac.com/2021/04/13/lg-magna-apple-car/Yamaha unveils high-output EV motor: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/yamaha-announces-469hp-electric-motor-where-could-it-goTesla, Musk reportedly offered CEO job to Herbert Diess in 2015: https://www.autoblog.com/2021/04/13/vw-ceo-tesla-offer-herbert-diess/Elon Musk reportedly tried to sell Tesla to Apple: https://news.sky.com/story/elon-musk-says-he-once-tried-to-sell-tesla-to-apple-12170905Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected] Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 9: The Realm of the Supertruck
Electrified RV and boondocking discussions persist, albeit briefly this week. From there, co-hosts Edward A. Sanchez and Phil Royle talk trucks with the reveal of the GMC Hummer EV SUV and subsequent Chevrolet Silverado Electric announcement. Then, is the Mercedes-Benz EQS the Tesla killer we’ve all been waiting for? And Polestar fires a shot at pretty much every auto manufacturer with its “0 Project” announcement. All of this and more – for free – on Episode 9 of The Watt Car Podcast!SHOW NOTESERV electric RV trailer: https://www.e-rv.com/Cyberlandr for the Cybertruck: https://www.cyberlandr.com/Honda e review: https://jalopnik.com/the-rad-2021-honda-e-thrives-in-a-city-like-tokyo-but-l-1846501352GMC Hummer EV SUV: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/gmc-hummer-ev-suv-gets-3-kw-power-outlets-car-to-car-chargingChevy announces an EV Silverado pickup: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/400-mile-chevrolet-silverado-electric-to-be-built-at-factory-zeroMercedes reveals more details about its EQS EV sedan: https://insideevs.com/news/498761/mercedes-technical-specs-eqs/Polestar 0 Project: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/polestar-calls-shenanigans-on-offsets-aims-for-true-carbon-neutrality-by-2030Tesla Q1 2021 results: https://electrek.co/2021/04/02/tesla-releases-q1-2021-delivery-results-massive-new-record/Tesla needs to sell carbon offsets: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-autos-emissions-tesla/tesla-urges-court-to-reinstate-hike-in-emissions-penalties-idUSKBN2BG2APWaymo CEO John Krafcik quits and moves to Austin: https://www.tesmanian.com/blogs/tesmanian-blog/google-autonomous-division-waymo-ceo-resigned-and-moving-to-austin-texasMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected] Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast, Episode 8: Shifting the EV paradigm, and other corporate speak
It’s a bit of a rabbit hole on this week’s The Watt Car Podcast. Phil Royle takes a trip in an RV...and a podcast is born. Co-host Edward A. Sanchez helps Phil get back on topic, where the two discuss details about the Kia EV6 and two new concept cars, the Lexus LF-Z Electrified and Genesis X. Also, VW’s ID.Buzz finally has an on-sale target date for Europe and the U.S., Jeep announces a charging network, and there might be rough seas ahead for Canoo. SHOW NOTESTFL Model X towing test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVSHIZihESke.Home Coco, OzXCorp concepts: https://www.gearpatrol.com/cars/a711979/electric-powered-camping-trailer-2020/Winnebago RV concept: https://drivinvibin.com/2020/07/31/all-electric-rv/BRP electrifying part of their lineup: https://www.thewattcar.com/brp-to-offer-electric-model-in-each-product-vertical-by-2026Kia EV6: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/kia-ev6-gt-flaunts-futuristic-korean-musclLexus unveils its LF-Z Electrified concept: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/lexus-unveils-lf-z-electrified-concept-promises-20-electrified-models-by-2026Genesis X concept: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/genesis-x-concept-should-be-taken-figuratively-not-literallyVW ID.Buzz to hit Europe in 2022 and the U.S. in 2023: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35940134/vw-id-buzz-us-on-sale-date/Jeep announces 4xe Charging Network: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/jeep-to-launch-4xe-level-2-charging-network-is-there-more-to-comeCanoo might have some hard days ahead: https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/29/22357318/canoo-hyundai-deal-dead-electric-vehicles-goevMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected].
TWC Podcast, Episode 7: Going the Distance
This week’s The Watt Car Podcast sees Phil Royle and Edward A. Sanchez chat about EV tire wear, tree pollution problems, Jeep 4xe fuel economy, an EV Wrangler, Rivian’s Adventure Network, Bill and Ted’s Taycan adventure, China’s Tesla security concerns, and more. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcatcher.SHOW NOTESAre trees the real polluter? https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1131680_evs-won-t-completely-solve-la-air-pollution-issues-researchers-suggest?fbfanpageJeep unveils the Wrangler Magneto EV: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/jeep-wrangler-magneto-ev-concept-deliberately-normalJeep Wrangler 4xe gets horrible fuel economy: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/jeep-wrangler-4xe-gas-only-fuel-economy-is-horridRivian unveils its plans for it's "Rivian Adventure Network" chargers: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/rivian-details-adventure-network-waypoint-and-home-chargingPorsche, Bill, and Ted go the distance: https://youtu.be/2agbMNSIOJ4Porsche says 911 may never go electric: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/19/porsches-ambitious-ev-plans-dont-include-an-all-electric-911.htmlChina has security concerns over Tesla: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/19/tesla-cars-restricted-among-military-personnel-in-china-report.htmlTesla FSD Beta footage of an unprotected left turn: https://www.vehiclesuggest.com/newest-fsd-beta-test-with-unprotected-left-turns-into-oncoming-traffic/Tesla’s Semi currently can’t go to Australia: https://thedriven.io/2021/03/22/tesla-says-australia-will-miss-out-on-semi-electric-truck-unless-road-rules-changed/Music courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected].
TWC Podcast, Episode 6: An Interview With Chelsea Sexton
On this week’s very special episode of The Watt Car Podcast, Edward A. Sanchez geeks out in his interview with Chelsea Sexton, who rocketed to EV fame through the movie Who Killed The Electric Car?, and has continued in her quest to electrify all things. But first, Ed and Phil Royle discuss Tesla insurance, Mini’s EV move, Hindenburg Research eyes Lordstown, Kia’s latest EV offering, Canoo’s unlikely pickup truck, the Magna eBeam, and more. SHOW NOTESTesla insurance: https://www.tesmanian.com/blogs/tesmanian-blog/tesla-insurance-new-expanding-outside-california-illinois-state-nextTesla postpones Plaid+ Model S: https://insideevs.com/news/493924/tesla-model-s-plaid-plus-postponed/Mini to introduce its last generation of ICE cars in 2025, going full electric by 2030: https://electrek.co/2021/03/14/mini-will-introduce-last-gas-model-in-2025-go-all-electric-by-2030/Hindenburg Research tackles Lordstown: https://www.autoblog.com/2021/03/12/lordstown-motors-hindenburg-research/Kia releases pictures of it's EV6: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/kia-ev6-more-teasing-of-a-curvy-crossoverBMW teases its i4 and releases some info on iX crossover: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/bmw-announces-pricing-for-ix-shows-i4-ev-sedanCanoo unveils a pickup truck: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/canoo-busts-out-a-mystery-machine-of-a-pickupMagna eBeam: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/magna-announces-ebeam-solid-axle-electric-motor-moduleVW Power Day: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/volkswagen-power-day-wolfsburg-goes-big-with-electrificationMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected].
TWC Podcast, Episode 5: Just Wait Until Next Week
ZSW reports on EV registrations and adoption around the world: https://www.zsw-bw.de/en/newsroom/news/news-detail/news/detail/News/electric-cars-on-the-rise-global-count-climbs-to-109-million.html Swiss bank UBS says the EV race it between two players: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/forget-nio-and-xpeng-this-company-and-tesla-will-be-the-top-2-electric-vehicle-plays-by-2025-says-ubs-11615306959NHTSA Offers Statement on Tesla “Yoke” Wheel: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-yoke-steering-wheel-nhtsa-statement-march-2021/ Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2021-porsche-taycan-cross-turismo-wagon-geeks-rejoice Porsche increases stake in Rimac: https://newsroom.porsche.com/en_US/2021/company/porsche-increases-stake-rimac-automobili-24-percent-23830.html Kia teases EV6: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/kia-ev6-tesla-model-ys-mainstream-matchCharging Mustang Mach-E on Electrify America is one step. It’s five steps in a VW ID.4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EotuxCptcM4 Magna shows off BEV, PHEV integrated powertrain platforms: https://www.magna.com/company/newsroom/releases/release/2021/03/04/news-release---magna-leverages-cloud-connectivity-and-advanced-e-mobility-innovations-to-decrease-emissions-and-increase-range Biden administration looking to increase EV fees to pay for promised $2 trillion infrastructure plan: https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/article249720248.htmlMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected].
TWC Podcast, Episode 4: Putting your eggs in the self-driving basket
SHOW NOTESThe Ioniq 5 has been spied at charging stations in South Korea and Germany: https://insideevs.com/news/491172/watch-hyundai-ioniq-5-spotted-charging/CleanTechnica defends having some ICE mail trucks in fleet: https://cleantechnica.com/2021/02/24/why-it-makes-sense-for-usps-to-have-some-gas-vehicles/Postmaster General says only 10 percent of new mail trucks will be EV: https://www.theverge.com/2021/2/25/22300281/usps-new-mail-truck-ev-electric-workhorse-biden-dejoyWorkhorse is meeting this week with the USPS about overturning the USPS decision: https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/1/22307333/workhorse-usps-mail-truck-contract-oshkoshVolvo unveils the 2022 C40 Recharge: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2022-volvo-c40-recharge-unveiled-volvos-first-native-battery-electricVW ID.4 U.S. specs have been released: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2021-volkswagen-id4-us-specs-and-pricing-releasedVW ID.Buzz heading for a 2023 release: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2021/03/01/volkswagen-microbus-vw-id-buzz-electric-van-self-driving/6866703002/Even Tesla has been affected by the chip shortage: https://electrek.co/2021/02/25/tesla-shuts-down-model-3-production-line-amid-chip-shortage/Hyundai stockpiles microchips: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-autos-semiconductors-hyundai-motor-an/analysis-hyundai-bought-chips-when-rivals-didnt-its-assembly-lines-are-still-rolling-idUSKBN2AQ0EFHyundai Motor Co. recalls 82,000 electric vehicles: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-hyundai-motor-electric-recall/hyundai-motor-to-replace-battery-systems-in-costly-electric-car-recall-idUSKBN2AO0JSNHRA looks to include EVs in drag racing: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/nhra-faces-its-silent-future-with-ev-adoptionNeed for metals for EV batteries puts conservationists and mining companies at odds: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-mining-insight/to-go-electric-america-needs-more-mines-can-it-build-them-idUSKCN2AT39ZPetaluma, Calif., bans construction of new gas stations: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/news/petaluma-city-council-moves-to-ban-new-gas-stations/AutoNation CEO Mike Jackson tells CNBC he believes so-called “range anxiety” is overblown: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/02/16/autonation-ceo-electric-car-range-anxiety.htmlMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]
TWC Podcast, Episode 3: The USPS of Podcasts
SHOW NOTESHyundai revealed the facelifted 2022 Hyundai Kona EV: https://www.motortrend.com/news/2022-hyundai-kona-electric-first-look-review/McLaren unveils a plug-in hybrid supercar -- it's first plug-in: https://arstechnica.com/cars/2021/02/this-plug-in-hybrid-is-mclarens-new-supercar-called-the-artura/Mitsubishi follows up its Outlander announcement with the announcement of the availability of the 2021 Outlander PHEV: https://media.mitsubishicars.com/en-US/releases/2021-mitsubishi-outlander-phev-offers-upgraded-powertrain-increased-electric-range-and-greater-valueKarma reveals pricing of its hybrids and EV: range.: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1131344_karma-prices-gs-6-plug-in-hybrid-arriving-soon-teases-electric-suv-due-in-2022?fbfanpageMercedes-benz isn't putting an end date on ICE vehicles: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1131325_mercedes-parent-daimler-no-expiration-date-for-gas-and-diesel-salesRivian to open an Experience Center in Laguna Beach, Calif.: https://www.teslarati.com/rivian-experience-center-laguna-beach-theater/2022 Ioniq 5 world premier: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2022-ioniq-5-hyundais-ev-crossover-with-hot-hatch-looksLucid CEO Peter Rawlinson talks about a $25,000 car: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-lucidmotors-m-a-ceo-idUSKBN2AN2CVU.S. EV registrations hit 1.8% in 2020, 79% were Tesla: https://www.tesmanian.com/blogs/tesmanian-blog/us-electric-vehicle-registrations-reach-record-1-8-market-share-in-2020-with-tesla-as-main-sales-engineTexas winter storm saved by Ford F-150 Hybrid, Tesla Model 3, and the Powerwall: https://www.autoblog.com/2021/02/18/2022-ford-f150-powerboost-hybrid-generator-texas-winter-blackoutCNBC interviews J.B. Straubel at Redwood Materials: https://www.cnbc.com/video/2021/02/23/elon-musks-former-number-two-hopes-to-disrupt-the-battery-industry.html?&qsearchterm=redwood%20materialsToyota unveils 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35540145/2022-lexus-is500-f-sport-revealed/The Fast Lane compared Toyota Mirai and Model Y: https://insideevs.com/features/489781/video-tesla-model-y-vs-toyota-mirai-head-to-head/Oshkosh wins USPS delivery truck contract: https://www.theverge.com/2021/2/23/22297823/usps-postal-service-mail-truck-electric-oshkosh-workhorseMusic courtesy Twisterium at Pixabay.Email comments and questions to [email protected].