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Updated 2 days agoThe Watt Car editors and guests discuss the latest automotive electrification news, covering EVs, hybrids, plug-ins, fuel cells, and beyond. Check out thewattcar.com for our take on what’s happening in the industry.
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TWC Podcast #123: A Whole New World
With General Motors now on board with NACS (in addition to Ford), are we entering a whole new world for EVs? Many of the charging networks seem to think so, as does the U.S. government. CharIN even appears to be coming around to the idea that Tesla’s NACS is a legitimate contender. Join us on this week’s podcast as we unpack what all of this means.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESGeneral Motors commits to NACS: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/general-motors-commits-to-nacs-beginning-of-the-end-for-ccs1 GM projects adopting NACS could save the company $400 million: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/06/08/gm-says-tesla-charging-deal-will-save-the-automaker-up-to-400-million.html CharIN responds to the seemingly imminent domino effect of NACS adoption: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/charin-acknowledges-the-obvious-nacs-is-popular Most of the major third-party charging networks/charging station mfrs. announce NACS support: https://electrek.co/2023/06/12/tesla-nacs-connector-gains-support-list-companies/ ABB North America announcing support for NACS: https://twitter.com/ABBNorthAmerica/status/1667139962830041091 Biden administration addresses NACS: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/white-house-says-tesla-chargers-available-federal-dollars-long-they-include-ccs-2023-06-09/Toyota claims it will bring 621 mile battery to production by 2026: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/toyotas-bev-pledge-too-little-too-late Tesla Semi delayed due to batteries: https://electrek.co/2023/06/14/elon-musk-updates-tesla-semi-production/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy Karina MannottMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #122: All the Feels
What has all the feels? Volkswagen’s new ID. Buzz, which recently had its U.S. LWB iteration revealed. What are the specs and will the U.S. market eat it up? We have all the deets. We also have the deets on the equally newly revealed EX30, Volvo’s entry into the small EV crossover market — and a strong contender at a great price it is. The conversation then drifts to CharIN’s response to Ford’s NACS defection, Mr. Bean, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESVW ID. Buzz LWB revealed: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2025-volkswagen-id-buzz-good-vibes-for-a-price Volvo EX30 debuts: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2024-volvo-ex30-competitively-priced-small-ev-suv-shakes-up-the-segment GM CEO Mary Barra says GM can't make a profit on $30-40k EVs until the end of the decade: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/gm-ceo-stands-by-her-bet-autonomous-vehicles-2023-06-02/ CharIN responds to Ford’s adoption of NACS: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/fords-nacs-adoption-is-the-shakeup-the-ev-charging-industry-needed https://www.charin.global/news/charin-response-to-ford-announcement-to-use-the-nacs-proprietary-network/ Rowan Atkinson (aka “Mr. Bean”) on EVs: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/jun/03/electric-vehicles-early-adopter-petrol-car-ev-environment-rowan-atkinson This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy VolkswagenMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #121: The NACS-CCS Teeter-totter
Ford’s dumping CCS for its new love — and with it, the delicate charging standard teeter-totter appears to tilt toward NACS. Is this the death knell for CCS, or do more dominoes need to fall before the picture is clear? We chew on this topic for a while because, well, it’s something that could decide the future of EV charging in the United States. But there are other items to discuss, like more volatile organic compounds (VOCs) coming from windshield washer fluid than exhaust pipes, new EVs primed for U.S. debuts, and more! Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESFord adopts NACS: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/ford-adopts-tesla-nacs-standard-obvious-but-courageous https://www.thewattcar.com/home/how-fords-nacs-decision-means-more-ev-charging-confusion Munro Live says don’t expect future Fords to have NACS and CCS side-by-side: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsNiupN1X7s Ford CEO Jim Farley says Ford has been working on this “for a few years”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd23850h9zc Most-driven EVs: https://www.iseecars.com/most-driven-evs-study Not all VOCs come from the exhaust: https://scitechdaily.com/hidden-in-plain-sight-windshield-washer-fluid-is-an-unexpected-source-of-vehicle-emissions/ Upcoming vehicle debuts live streams: June 2 at 9:25am PT, VW ID. Buzz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z09MEIVK3Vs June 7 at 4am PT, Volvo EX30: https://ex30event.volvocars.com/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image by RosZieMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #120: I Like Big Batteries and I Cannot Lie
It’s all about big batteries this week, with talks of the 100+ kWh VW ID.Buzz debuting in the U.S. in the coming weeks. We also chat about Chevrolet’s recent claim that the Silverado EV Work Truck will sport a range of 450 miles, Cadillac confirms the Escalade IQ, Ford teases an Expedition-sized three-row EV SUV, and Munro & Associates rips into the massive 200+ kWh Hummer EV battery pack. There’s more in this week’s podcast, like a conversation about battery size vs. charging speed, so click play and give a listen! Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESFord changes plans on removing AM radio from cars: https://twitter.com/jimfarley98/status/1661024295110463491?s=20 VW Announces place, date for U.S.-spec ID.Buzz debut: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a43251812/2025-vw-id-buzz-lwb-usa-release-date/ Chevrolet claims 450-mile range for Silverado EV Work Truck: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1139701_chevy-silverado-ev-range-work-truck Cadillac Confirms Escalade IQ: https://www.autoblog.com/2023/05/22/cadillac-escalade-iq-ev-spy-photos/ Ford confirms Expedition-sized EV SUV in the works: https://insideevs.com/news/668467/ford-three-row-electric-suv-coming-2025-350-miles-range/ Should batteries be smaller: https://www.theverge.com/2023/5/22/23733215/ford-ev-battery-size-weight-safety-jim-farley Munro & Associates tear down a Hummer EV battery: https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a43978114/gmc-hummer-ev-battery-teardown-proves-our-fears/ Maxwell van RV conversion: https://newatlas.com/automotive/solar-charged-electric-camper-van-american-erv/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy GMMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #119: Have you tried turning it off and on again?
Just when you thought we were done covering VinFast, the company pops into the news once more, this time with a slew of first-drive reviews that look suspiciously similar. Did VinFast get a fair shake in the press? We dive in. We also dive into other VinFast news, including future potential products and a SPAC — the latter of which likely explains why VinFast wanted to dominate the news. But it’s not all VinFast news this week, as we talk about rumors of Jeep’s Wrangler going full electric, Tesla discontinuing the right-hand-drive Model S and X (we have a theory about that), Volkswagen working on an ID.7 wagon, and so much more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESVinFast VF 8 City Edition reviews:https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1139636_2023-vinfast-vf-8-city-edition-test-drive-reviewhttps://insideevs.com/reviews/666877/2023-vinfast-vf8-city-first-drive/ https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2023-vinfast-vf8-electric-suv-first-drive-review/ https://arstechnica.com/cars/2023/05/vietnams-first-export-ev-vinfast-v8-makes-shaky-but-promising-us-debut/ https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a43878817/2023-vinfast-vf8-by-the-numbers/ VinFast announces SPAC: https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/vietnam-ev-maker-vinfast-list-us-via-spac-2023-05-12/ VinFast working on EV pickup and mini car: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/vietnam-ev-maker-vinfast-expects-break-even-by-end-2024-founder-2023-05-17/ 2027 Jeep Wrangler rumor: https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/jeep/wrangler/360181/new-2027-jeep-wrangler-be-all-electric-and-more-capable-everRight-hand-drive Tesla Model S and X models being discontinued: https://www.autoblog.com/2023/05/14/tesla-model-s-x-right-hand-drive-discontinued/ Mercedes confirms luxury EV van coming to US: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1139660_mercedes-benz-confirms-us-bound-electric-luxury-van-potential-rv VW ID.7 wagon prototype: https://www.motor1.com/news/665989/volkswagen-id7-wagon-spy-photos/ Rimac Nevera sets 23 records in one day: https://electrek.co/2023/05/17/rimac-nevera-electric-hypercar-sets-records-single-day-fastest-time/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image by Pete LunforthMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #118: Coffee is for Customers
A trip to a VinFast showroom sparked thoughts and revelations — one of which surprised us. Listen all about it in the podcast, then head to thewattcar.com to read more. That conversation led to a discussion about Lucid, the company’s sales methods, financials, and future. Speaking of the future, we must be in it because the Track Package is finally here for the Tesla Model S Plaid. We also chat about Tesla lithium processing, Rimac breaking into the energy storage biz, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESVisit to a VinFast showroom: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/eight-lessons-learned-from-a-visit-to-a-vinfast-showroom Lucid tries to poach Tesla owners: https://electrek.co/2023/05/07/lucid-tesla-owners-test-drive-supercharger-angering-tesla-fans/ Lucid Q1 earnings: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/08/lucid-lcid-earnings-q1-2023.html Top Gear drives the Tesla Model S Plaid with the long-promised Track Package: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbXV9q-Rtvw Tesla breaks ground on lithium processing facility outside Corpus Christi, Texas: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/08/elon-musk-breaks-ground-on-tesla-lithium-refinery-in-texas.html Rimac gets into the energy storage business: https://www.greencarcongress.com/2023/05/20230506-rimac.html GM returning to Europe with all-electric lineup: https://insideevs.com/news/666570/gm-returning-europe-autumn-multi-brand-ev-portfolio/ Electrify America CEO-elect Robert Barrosa drives from L.A. to EA HQ in Virginia using only EA stations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1c86Y4YBqk This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy Jakub DziubakMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #117: Curbside EV Charging with itselectric’s Nathan King
This week we chat with itselectric co-founder Nathan King, whose New York-based company is putting a different spin on Level 2 charging in the States. With help from a grant from Hyundai, itselectric’s vision is to create a network of Level 2 chargers that connect to power via the building that’s helping host the charger, rather than contacting the local utility company. EV drivers then use their own charging cable to connect to the charger — not too different from the BYOC (bring your own cable) solution that’s popular in Europe and the UK. How does this work? Listen and find out!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESitselectric: https://www.itselectric.us/ The Watt Car’s itselectic primer: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/byoc-finally-comes-to-america-with-itselectric Article on The Watt Car about BYOC: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/byoc-could-bring-your-own-cable-ever-take-off-in-the-us This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy itselectricMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #116: The Bolt Will Rise Again
The Chevy Bolt will meet its final demise at the end of the year, so we take a look at just how important the model was to General Motor, the public, and possibly even Ford — you’ll need to listen to the podcast to find out how we reach that conclusion. Speaking of Ford, we talk about the F-150 Lightning shipping to Norway and a magazine’s test of Winnebago’s Ford e-Transit-based eRV2. We also chew on an EV-related bill in California, Lucid’s Gravity taking to the road, Kia’s swivel seats not making it to U.S. shores, and much more! Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESChevy Bolt comes to an end: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/rip-chevy-bolt-bad-decision-or-strategic-move Ford F-150 Lightning goes on sale in Norway: https://www.thedrive.com/news/ford-f-150-lightning-will-head-to-ev-crazed-norway-next-year Car & Driver tests Winnebago’s e-Transit-based eRV2: https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a43602746/2023-winnebago-erv2-prototype-drive/ California bill introduced to require bidirectional charging capability for EVs sold in California by 2027: https://chargedevs.com/newswire/proposed-california-law-would-require-bidirectional-charging-capability-for-evs/ Lucid tests Gravity SUV: https://ir.lucidmotors.com/news-releases/news-release-details/lucids-upcoming-gravity-luxury-electric-suv-hits-road-latest Jaguar Land Rover to invest $19 billion in transition to EVs: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/jaguar-land-rover-plans-invest-15-bln-pounds-electric-push-2023-04-19/ Maserati debuts Grecale Folgore SUV: https://www.teslarati.com/maserati-unveils-first-all-electric-suv/ https://www.media.maserati.com/en-us/releases/1760 Kia EV9 swivel seats not coming to U.S.: https://www.motor1.com/news/661200/kia-ev9-buyers-north-america-no-second-row-swivel-seats/ Tesla makes round steering wheel standard in Model S and X: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-s-model-x-round-steering-wheel-default/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy ChevroletMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #115: Make Sedans Great Again
Are sedans making a comeback? With the unveiling of the VW ID.7’s specs, Volkswagen seems to hope so. In other news, MG reveals its Cyberster heavyweight roadster, Polestar says that what’s behind you doesn’t matter, Kia teases a new EV van, and a company builds a fun on-street parking EV charging solution. But first on this week’s podcast, we need to talk about the fact that even short-range EV pickups might be fully capable of towing.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESFord talks about F-150 Lightning’s towing abilities: https://electrek.co/2023/04/17/ford-pro-says-dont-doubt-the-f-150-lightning-trucks-towing/ VW ID.7 specs: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/volkswagen-id7-specs-revealed-wolfsburgs-new-flagship MG Cyberster roadster: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/mg-cyberster-the-roadster-reimagined-but-for-the-better Polestar 4: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/in-tech-we-trust-cameras-wires-replace-windows-shafts Kia’s new EV van: https://www.teslarati.com/kia-electric-van-segment-announcement/ ChargeArm on-street parking charging: https://chargearm.com/en/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy VolkswagenMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #114: Tinfoil Hats and Big Batteries
How will EVs fare in an EMP attack? Nobody would start a podcast with that question — but we did. Getting back on track, the conversation jumped to the new Toyota Prius Prime, how many PHEV batteries one EV truck battery could make, proposed super strict EPA standards, Wallydocking with an an EV RV potentially getting easier, and so much more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESToyota taking a different approach to PHEV: https://www.motor1.com/news/661266/toyota-phev-124-mile-electric-range/ How many PHEVs could a Rivian R1T battery make? https://www.motorbiscuit.com/not-so-green-the-rivian-hogs-enough-lithium-to-build-20-phevs/ Will the Tesla Cybertruck have a 100 kWh battery? https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-master-plan-part-3-reveals-cybertruck-battery-size/ …possibly not: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5K26eQ3XD0 Biden administration proposing stricter EPA rules that target 50+% EV adoption by 2030: https://apnews.com/article/biden-electric-vehicles-epa-tailpipe-emissions-31bf8104f44d81b988249483f1a79117 Walmart to expand its EV charging footprint by 2030: https://electrek.co/2023/04/06/walmart-to-launch-coast-to-coast-ev-fast-charging-network/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover by Tom RadetzkiMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #113: Law of Negative Returns
Faulty windows, massive batteries, manual transmission EVs — this week, we discover how to reset the windows on a Tesla Model 3, we learn that there’s about to be a new heavyweight king in the EV pickup truck world (we’re looking at you, RAM 1500 REV), we discuss Cummins going green, VW partnering with renowned battery recycler Redwood Materials, and much more! Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESRam 1500 REV specs announced: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/ram-1500-rev-throws-down-with-massive-229-kwh-battery-500-mile-range Cummins going green: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/diesel-powerhouse-cummins-announces-15-billion-investment-in-electric-fuel-cell-tech U.S. approves California to require half of heavy duty trucks to be EV by 2035: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/us-allow-california-require-half-all-trucks-be-electric-by-2035-nyt-2023-03-31/ Jeep unveils Wrangler Magneto 3.0: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/jeep-wrangler-magneto-30-throws-down-650-hp-900-lb-ft-of-fully-electric-muscle Volkswagen says next-gen Golf will be EV-only: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/volkswagen-not-planning-new-combustion-engine-golf-automobilwoche-2023-04-02/ VW ID.7 early drives: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1139267_volkswagen-id7-test-drive-review Tesla reportedly aiming to build 4 million of its lower-cost next-gen cars per year: https://www.electrive.com/2023/04/04/tesla-could-build-4-million-compact-evs-per-year/ Tesla considering joint-venture battery plant in U.S. with China’s CATL: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-mulling-battery-plant-catl-supplier-u-s-plant/ Volkswagen of America partners with Redwood Materials: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/closing-the-loop-volkswagen-partners-with-redwood-materials-on-household-battery-recycling Stellantis’s Carlos Tavares says “There may not be enough Lithium” for all the EVs: https://www.thedrive.com/news/stellantis-ceo-global-lithium-supply-may-not-be-enough-for-electric-car-revolution This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover courtesy RamMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #112: A Forest in my Car
First World problems strike one of our podcast hosts, with Level 2 charging suddenly proving problematic. Still, the show must go on — and this week, that involves a discussion about the freshly-released Kia EV9 specs and Germany attempting to sneak e-fuel exemptions into the European Union’s 2035 ICE ban. We also chat about how the potentially game-changing energy dense Amprius Technologies EV batteries are like growing a forest in your car, Winnebago is now an EV battery manufacturer, and more! Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESKia reveals EV9 specs: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a43438390/2024-kia-ev9-specs-revealed/ https://www.autoblog.com/2023/03/28/2024-kia-ev9-revealed-specs-tech-details/ https://electrek.co/2023/03/28/kia-debuts-ev9-suv-336-mile-range-vehicle-to-grid-capabilities-gt-version/ Germany sneaks in “e-fuels” exemption from ICE ban by 2035: https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2023/03/28/in-win-for-germany-eu-agrees-to-exempt-e-fuels-from-2035-ban-on-new-sales-of-combustion-en International Council on Clean Transportation hits back against e-fuels: https://theicct.org/e-fuels-wont-save-the-internal-combustion-engine/ Amprius Technologies announces 500 Wh/kg battery: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/amprius-500-whkg-battery-tech-could-revolutionize-ev-market Winnebago announces acquisition of Lithium-Ion battery company Lithionics: https://rvbusiness.com/winnebago-industries-announces-lithionics-battery-acquisition/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image by Ozant LiukyMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #111: Turtle Mode
Volkswagen unveils its tiny ID. 2all that could be a perfect hot hatch for America if the company brought it here, but then we get distracted by what is unquestionably one of the coolest uses of an EV’s gauge cluster yet — it involves a hidden tortoise! We also chat about Ford’s European Explorer EV, strange decisions Kia and Hyundai are making, how steer-by-wire fails safe, Mazda’s new CEO, 7-Eleven chargers, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESVW ID. 2all concept: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/volkswagen-id-2all-concept-the-peoples-ev Cool ID. 2all concept gauge modes: https://www.thedrive.com/news/vw-id-2all-retro-gauge-options-bring-back-old-beetle-and-golf-designs Ford Explorer EV for European market: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/ford-explorer-ev-debuts-for-europe-idford-anyone Kia EV5: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/kia-ev5-concept-swivel-seats-return Hyundai’s charging robot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjKbx0LFwow How steer-by-wire on the Lexus RZ 450e fails safe: https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a43350167/toyota-steer-by-wire Tesla offering round steering wheel retrofit for Model S and X: https://insideevs.com/news/657644/tesla-now-offers-model-s-x-steering-wheel-retrofit-for-700-usd/ Mazda appoints former N.A. Chief as new CEO: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/mazda-nominate-former-north-america-head-next-ceo-2023-03-17/ 7-Eleven’s 7Charge network: https://cleantechnica.com/2023/03/20/7-elevens-7charge-app-works-very-well/ YouTuber compares Model 3 and Camry ownership costs: https://youtu.be/Eo-t9Q7eFW8This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image by Marcus DietachmairMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #110: Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad
Is the unveiling of the three-row Kia EV9 SUV super exciting or kinda boring? The answer is yes, in all the best ways, and we tell you why on this week’s podcast. We also discuss the VW ID. Buzz that’s slated to make its U.S. debut this summer, we talk about a ride-along in a Canoo equipped with steer-by-wire, we chat about the Lexus RZ 450e that also features a steer-by-wire setup, and we ponder how Tesla’s Supercharger with the Magic Dock managed to only charge two out of three EVs in a recent test. But as Meat Loaf said, two out of three ain’t bad.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESKia EV9 revealed: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/why-the-kia-ev9-could-be-the-ev-families-have-been-waiting-for VW ID.Buzz to make US debut in summer 2023, going on sale as a 2024 model: https://www.motor1.com/news/656044/vw-id-buzz-lwb-confirmed-us-debut-summer-california/ TFL EV rides along in a Canoo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgAghyLo4os Autoblog’s James Riswick drives the Lexus RZ 450e with steer-by-wire and a yoke: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5nktjB6JiI MotorTrend charges a Lightning, ID4, and Ioniq 5 at a Supercharger with a Magic Dock: https://www.motortrend.com/features/tesla-supercharger-magic-dock-hands-on-review-charging-other-evs/ Rivian looks to get out of its exclusive deal with Amazon for the EDV: https://www.teslarati.com/rivian-rivn-delivery-van-amazon-deal/ Ford E-Transit school bus:" https://electrek.co/2023/03/09/ford-reveals-electric-school-bus-based-e-transit-van/ EU 2035 ICE ban gets more complicated: https://electrek.co/2023/03/14/germany-finds-allies-changes-combustion-car-ban-eu/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image by Trac VuMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #109: Basically Infinite
Between road trips and Investor Day, this week’s podcast is a “Tesla-sode,” packing wall-to-wall Tesla news into a 40 minute podcast. We discuss attempting to rent a Tesla from Hertz, the Supercharger Magic Dock in the wild, updating an older Model 3 for CCS compatibility, Model Y sales in Germany, and Tesla’s Investor Day, where Elon Musk described the demand for Teslas as “basically infinite.” Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESTesla “Magic Dock” in the wild: https://www.reddit.com/r/teslamotors/comments/11erc63/ford_f150_lightning_plugs_into_the_tesla/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf Tesla charging a cheeky $12.99 a month for access to its Superchargers in the U.S. for non-Teslas: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-supercharger-membership-ev-competitors-threat/ Tesla CCS adapter + retrofit for older Teslas: https://electrek.co/2023/02/28/tesla-ccs-adapter-retrofit-price/Tesla Model Y sales more than triple that of Volkswagen ID.4 in Germany in February: https://cleantechnica.com/2023/03/07/germanys-bevs-up-phevs-down-tesla-model-y-3x-rivals/ Toyota engineers, executives reportedly describe Model Y as “work of art” after engineering analysis teardown: https://teslanorth.com/2023/02/28/toyota-execs-stunned-by-tesla-model-y-teardown-called-work-of-art-report Tesla Investor Day 2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hl1zEzVUV7w Monterrey, Mexico, named as future site for Tesla plant: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/mexican-president-says-tesla-will-build-major-plant-northern-city-2023-02-28/ Near-production-intent Cybertruck: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-cybertruck-beta-investor-day-interior-sharp/ Lightship L1 camper: https://www.theverge.com/2023/3/8/23626917/lightship-l1-electric-motor-caravan-rv-price-date This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy TeslaMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #108 : Are EVs the End of Hot Rodding?
Are EVs killing the automotive aftermarket culture? Is the hot rodding chapter coming to a final close? Are driving enthusiasts just modern dinosaurs, with EV mandates being the destructive meteor? On this week’s episode of The Watt Car EV Podcast, we ponder these questions, along with some of the unintended consequences — both good and bad — of the motoring world shifting to full electric. Join us on our journey, then email us at [email protected] with your take.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESVW VR6 comes to an end: https://www.theautopian.com/its-finally-the-end-for-volkswagens-legendary-vr6-engine-heres-why-it-was-so-great/ Hot rodding culture slowly warming to EVs: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/the-ev-olution-of-hot-rodding Nissan Leaf with Kawaski engine: https://www.thedrive.com/news/nissan-leaf-with-13000-rpm-kawasaki-bike-engine-is-a-hybrid-awd-track-monster AEM “Testang” review: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/behind-the-wheel-of-aems-testang-ev-conversion Could EVs lead to the premature death of smog testing?: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/will-evs-lead-to-the-premature-death-of-smog-testing Jalopnik writer Daniel Golson says, “I don’t want to drive ICE anymore”: https://jalopnik.com/i-dont-want-to-drive-internal-combustion-cars-anymore-1850041311 California bill proposing $2,000 rebate for people converting an ICE vehicle to EV: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1138686_california-bill-proposes-2-000-for-converting-gas-vehicles-to-evs#src=feed_nexstar Wish list for an EV Miata: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/my-wish-list-for-a-mazda-miata-ev This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image by SigmundMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #107: The T Word
This week, we discuss Ram halting $100 preorders for its 1500 REV just five days after starting, Hyundai directly addresses Tesla in a commercial, Elon Musk pushes back against one U.S. government entity, then shakes hands with another. Meanwhile, BP buys TravelCenters of America (is this to grow BP’s EV footprint?), Subway gets into the EV charging game, and road tripping across America in an EV might be easier with one particular brand — oh, there’s that “T” word again. Plus more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESRam stopped taking orders for the 1500 REV: https://electrek.co/2023/02/17/ram-closes-reservations-for-its-first-electric-truck-the-1500-rev/ Hyundai calling out Model Y by name: https://youtu.be/qBZc9_U1pRQ?t=82 Elon Musk says calling a NHTSA-mandated OTA a recall is “flat wrong”: https://thehill.com/policy/technology/3862825-musk-says-calling-nhtsa-tesla-action-a-recall-flat-wrong/ Elon Musk and California governor Gavin Newsom hold joint news conference: https://www.politico.com/news/2023/02/22/newsom-musk-recharge-bromance-announcement-00084060 BP buys TravelCenters of America: https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/bp-buy-travelcenters-america-13-billion-2023-02-16/ BP has 22k EV chargers and a deal with Hertz: https://www.bp.com/en_us/united-states/home/news/press-releases/bp-plans-to-invest-1-billion-in-ev-charging-across-us-by-2030-helping-to-meet-demand-from-hertzs-expanding-ev-rentals.html Subway plans network of “Charging Oasis” locations: https://newsroom.subway.com/2023-02-21-Subway-Restaurants Spy shots of long wheelbase VW ID. Buzz: https://www.autoblog.com/2023/02/21/vw-id-buzz-lwb-spy-shots/Bentley discontinues its W12 to focus on EVs: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/replacing-displacement-bentley-discontinues-w12-in-favor-of-ev-development Axios’s Joann Muller takes 1,500 mile road trip in Kia EV6: https://www.axios.com/2023/02/21/electric-car-ev-road-trip-lessons This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy TeslaMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #106: Not Officially Officially Official yet
When is the EU 2035 zero tailpipe emissions mandate actually official? Apparently not yet — but it’s getting closer. What is official is that the Ram 1500 EV will be called the REV, and according to the latest commercial, this EV is anything but premature. In other news, Tesla “pledges” to open some of its Supercharger network to non-Teslas, Ford pauses Lightning production, NHTSA considers making noise, and more.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESTesla Model 3 outsells Toyota Camry in California: https://insideevs.com/news/652424/tesla-model-3-outsold-toyota-camry-in-california-last-year/ EU one step closer to 2035 zero emissions: https://apnews.com/article/europe-business-european-parliament-climate-and-environment-a9c3f6c3c123ede7566ae7425b4f7181 Tesla officially pledges to open up its Supercharger DCFC network to all EVs: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/02/15/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-standards-and-major-progress-for-a-made-in-america-national-network-of-electric-vehicle-chargers/Twitter user Owen Sparks creates animation of how the Tesla “Magic Dock” could work: https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1624483240844173312 The Ram EV pickup will be named “Ram 1500 REV”: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a42817598/ram-1500-rev-name-confirmed/ Ram 1500 REV Super Bowl commercial: https://youtu.be/6iaUoJUdTk4 Photos of "not production" REV: https://www.caranddriver.com/photos/g42843183/2024-ram-1500-rev-revealed-gallery/ More REV looks: https://www.thedrive.com/news/electric-ram-1500-rev-looks-a-lot-more-like-the-gas-truck-after-all Ford pauses production of the Lightning: https://techcrunch.com/2023/02/14/ford-halts-production-and-shipments-of-electric-f-150-lightning-over-battery-concerns/ NHTSA may retroactively mandate EV/hybrid noisemakers going back to 1997: https://www.teslarati.com/nhtsa-pedestrian-noisemaker-investigation/ Hyundai introduces Evolve+: https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/hyundai-evolve-plus-subscription-service-detailed.html Electrify America breaks ground on Solar Glow 1: https://media.electrifyamerica.com/en-us/releases/207Ford midgate: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1138692_ford-pickup-with-midgate-and-fold-flat-seats-patented 2000 Ford Equator concept with a midgate: https://tfltruck.com/2018/06/truck-rewind-2000-ford-equator-pickup-truck-concept-hummer/ Colorado Teardrops camper with battery: https://insideevs.com/news/652141/colorado-teardrops-the-boulder-ev-camper-trailer/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image by Christian LueMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #105: A Van Down by the River
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter will boast a large battery and potentially close to a 300 mile range, making it an ideal van for living down by the river — oh, and probably a solid choice for trade workers, too. Is Ford working on a high performance F-150 Lightning? Better question: Is a high-performance Lightning necessary? Rivian enters the news with potential V2G and low range in its future. Plus, the future of the Miata, a rear-mounted charge port for the forthcoming EV Boxster, Lucid’s motor packs a punch, how to extinguish an EV fire, and so much more.Subscribe to 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 exonerated: https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/03/cars/musk-tesla-tweet-lawsuit-jury/index.html Mercedes-Benz eSprinter: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a42775886/2024-mercedes-benz-esprinter-revealed/ https://www.slashgear.com/1190271/2024-mercedes-benz-esprinter-first-look-an-electric-van-to-deliver-sustainable-commerce/ Ford working on a high-performance Lightning: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1138661_ford-building-high-performance-f-150-lightning-concept Rivian R1T, R1S could get V2G capability: https://www.thedrive.com/news/rivian-r1t-r1s-could-get-bi-directional-charging-via-software-update-report Rivian reportedly patents an EV low-range system: https://www.thedrive.com/news/rivian-patents-bolt-on-low-range-crawler-gearbox-for-off-road-evs The Mazda MX-5 will never die: https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/mazda-mx-5-will-never-die-sports-car-market-transforms Porsche Boxster EV prototype charging: https://youtu.be/JUFTYSUpZJ4?t=1592 EV tax credit expanded: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/02/03/biden-ev-tax-credits-tesla-suv.html https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/jy1245 Lucid to provide front-mounted motor for Formula-E cars: https://www.autoblog.com/2023/01/28/lucid-atieva-electric-racing-motor-formula-e/ How to put out an EV fire, per Tesla: https://www.tesla.com/sites/default/files/downloads/2016_Model_S_Emergency_Response_Guide_en.pdf Rich Rebuilds brings an Audi e-tron GT back to life with two tons of rice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpeF-crmWlI This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy Mercedes-BenzMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #104: An Impeccable Model for the EV Industry
From its initial tease to production unveiling, the Ioniq 6 has consistently impressed, and now with its curvy sedan’s range revealed, Hyundai reinforces the notion that it’s the current model of the modern EV movement. But before we get to that, we chat about a city in California electrifying its municipal fleet more than a decade ahead of any government mandate. The topics then turn to Toyota management, another Mazda getting a plug, Ford’s pricey charging option, TravelCenters of America bringing 1,000 EV chargers to gas stations, and so much more. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESElectric transit buses: https://www.toaks.org/Home/Components/News/News/14704/3338?backlist=%2Fdepartments%2Fpublic-works%2Fsustainability Ioniq 6 range announced: https://www.autoblog.com/2023/01/31/2023-hyundai-ioniq-6-range-epa-revealed/Akio Toyoda steps down at Toyota: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/toyota-leader-akio-toyoda-step-down-president-chief-executive-2023-01-26/ Mazda introduces its first PHEV, the CX-90: https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2024-mazda-cx-90-debuts-inline-six-plug-in-hybrid/ MotorTrend's expensive Ford Charge Station Pro: https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-ford-f-150-lightning-yearlong-review-update-1-sunrun-backup-power/ Chevron makes record $75 billion profit in 2022: https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/26/business/nightcap-chevron-stock-buyback/index.html TravelCenters of America partners with Electrify America: https://www.autoweek.com/news/green-cars/a42719423/ev-chargers-electrify-america-travelcenters/ EA charger pops a Rivian: https://www.teslarati.com/rivian-ford-chevy-fried-electrify-america-video/ Audi looking at building an electric off-road oriented SUV: https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/audi-primes-rugged-electric-4x4-rival-defender-2027 Genesis X Convertible concept possibility: https://insideevs.com/news/640633/genesis-x-convertible-concept-to-enter-production-as-flagship-ev/ Elon Musk hints at a Tesla van: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-other-products-development-elon-musk/ Mercedes announced a prototype of a long-range Sprinter EV: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/mercedes-benz-esprinter-goes-295-miles-on-a-charge-your-turn-ford Hip-Hop artist/producer Rick Ross refuses to drive or ride in a Tesla: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-rick-ross-government-location-tracking-video/ Generac builds EV home charger: https://electrek.co/2023/01/31/gas-generator-company-ev-home-chargers/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy HyundaiMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #103: I’m not going to say Aliens, but…
Is the Tesla Supercharger CCS compatibility connector actually inspired by the movie Aliens? Should Mazda go all-in on EVs? Did Aptera make a horrible mistake? We cover all of this, plus EV safety concerns in motorsports, GM’s rumored small EV pickup, and more, on this week’s The Watt Car EV Podcast.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESTWC’s open letter to Mazda: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/dear-mazda-heres-what-your-ev-road-map-should-be Tesla Supercharger CCS compatibility for North America: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-magic-dock-v4-supercharger-all-ev-charging/ Aptera initially says launch edition models won’t get Supercharging capability: https://insideevs.com/news/632879/aptera-does-u-turn-its-solar-evs-will-get-dc-fast-charging/ GM reportedly working on 2-door compact EV pickup: https://arstechnica.com/cars/2023/01/general-motors-is-investigating-small-ev-party-trucks/ Indiegogo effort to add buttons to Teslas: https://electrek.co/2023/01/24/tesla-finally-gets-buttons-physical-inputs-thanks-new-smart-accessory/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy TengyartMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #102: Going Full Prepper
We go full prepper this week sorting through the good, the bad, and the ugly of gasoline vs. electricity when the power goes out for an extended period of time. That leads to the next logical conversation: Would you want to drive an EV during a zombie apocalypse? We also discuss underground gravity energy storage mines, an anti EV bill in Wyoming, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESIs gas better than electricity in a “bug out” scenario? https://www.thewattcar.com/home/gasoline-vs-electricity-whats-better-in-a-bug-out-scenario ICE or EV for a zombie apocalypse? https://www.thewattcar.com/home/why-id-escape-in-an-ev-during-a-zombie-apocalypse Underground Gravity Energy Storage mines: https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/scientists-converting-abandoned-mines-batteries Wyoming introduces anti EV bill: https://cowboystatedaily.com/2023/01/13/take-that-california-wyoming-legislators-draft-resolution-banning-electric-vehicles-by-2035/ Wyoming energy production: https://www.engadget.com/wyoming-wants-to-phase-out-sales-of-new-e-vs-by-2035-200704042.html …And the anti-EV resolution dies: https://cowboystatedaily.com/2023/01/16/well-that-was-quick-resolution-to-ban-electric-vehicles-in-wyoming-dies-in-committee/ Tesla’s chief designer says Model S incremental design changes are “timeless”: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-constantly-improving-model-s/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpTyo2PQq6E Tom Moloughney proves Tyler Hoover wrong: https://insideevs.com/reviews/628475/f150-lightning-winter-range-test/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy FordMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #101: I’m Not a Big Honker
More CES 2023 show coverage spills into this episode with technology talk about the future of the automobile, and who’s chasing who. We chat more about the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV concept, the forthcoming Mercedes-Benz charging network, Tesla’s round steering wheel, the Model Y becoming America’s sixth best-selling vehicle, the invention of heated seat belts, and much more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESBest story title yet on the Ram: https://www.motortrend.com/events/ram-1500-revolution-ev-concept-pass-through-midgate-long-cargo/ TFL with the Ram: https://youtu.be/tZnkWOY6b1E?t=2140 Mercedes-Benz to build charging network in the US: https://media.mercedes-benz.com/article/ac80cf02-548d-42ce-8662-0805b1021492 Tesla offers round steering wheel on refreshed Model S/X: https://electrek.co/2023/01/05/tesla-offers-round-steering-wheel-model-s-x/ Tesla Model Y sixth best-selling car in the U.S. for 2022: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/07/americas-top-10-bestselling-cars-of-2022-tesla-makes-the-cut.html ZF invents a heated seat belts: https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a42419607/zf-heat-belt-heated-seatbelt/ Elon Musk is plane happy: https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-jet-134-flights-in-2022-shortest-6-minutes-2023-1 This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover image courtesy RamMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #100: CES 2023 — Are You Afeela-in' It?
This week, we’re reporting from CES 2023 with a first impression test drive of the Lordstown Endurance — is this EV truck a failed Ford F-150 Lightning competitor, or a more than capable fleet vehicle poised to conquer the business world? From there, we discuss the Ram 1500 Revolution, BMW i Vision Dee, the beautifully named Afeela, VW ID.7, Volvo EX90, and so much more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESBloomberg’s take on CES 2023: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/electronics-show-returns-realism-self-150000859.html Lordstown Endurance first drive: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/lordstown-endurance-first-drive-back-to-the-basics Ram 1500 Revolution concept: https://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=24531&mid=1BMW i Vision Dee: https://techcrunch.com/2023/01/04/bmw-unveils-dee-prototype-the-next-level-of-human-machine-interaction/ Sony/Honda reveal Afeela: https://www.shm-afeela.com VW ID.7: https://www.theverge.com/2023/1/3/23534629/volkswagen-id7-electric-sedan-ces-photos-specs-evVolvo EX90 7 seater SUV: https://insideevs.com/news/629304/volvo-ex90-us-debut-with-lidar-standard/ EV cold charging fail: https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-owner-stranded-christmas-eve-car-wouldnt-charge-in-cold-2022-12 Counterpoint: Model 3 charges in -14°F: https://insideevs.com/news/628569/watch-deep-frozen-tesla-model-3-plug-into-supercharger-at-minus-14-degrees-fahrenheit/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy AfeelaMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #99: Merry Holidays and a Happy Festivus
Sit back and relax as we sift through the most popular stories of 2022 on TheWattCar.com based on your page views. From one-pedal driving to the environmental impact of batteries, NACS, home charging, EV sports cars, hydrogen power, and more, we cover the stories that you found the most interesting. Then we wrap it all up with outlandish predictions for the year to come. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW NOTESIs one pedal driving the most efficient for EVs: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/is-one-pedal-driving-the-most-efficient-for-evs Drilling down on the true environmental impact of ICE vs. EV: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/drilling-down-on-the-true-environmental-impact-of-evs-vs-ice Hyundai N Vision 74 Concept: The Better EV DeLorean: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/hyundai-n-vision-74-concept-the-better-ev-delorean Electrify America – Putting Chargers Where People Shop, Dine, & Bank: Well, Duh: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/electrify-america-putting-chargers-where-people-shop-dine-amp-bank-well-duh A Disingenuous Offer – Tesla’s NACS is Not What it Seems: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/a-disingenuous-offer-teslas-nacs-is-not-what-it-seems EV Range: 300 Miles Should be the Absolute Minimum: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/ev-range-300-miles-should-be-the-absolute-minimum “The Case for ICE Vehicles” – A Ford Dealer Strikes Back: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/the-case-for-ice-vehicles-a-ford-dealer-strikes-back Megawatt Charging System – Beginning of the End for Hydrogen?: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/megawatt-charging-system-beginning-of-the-end-for-hydrogen Home Charging Fail: EV Success Requires Manufacturers Target Happiness: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/home-charging-fail-ev-success-requires-manufacturers-target-happiness 2023 Lucid Air Sapphire – Checkmate, Plaid: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2023-lucid-air-sapphire-checkmate-plaid This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art by Ryan McGuireMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -