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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 #98: A House of Cards
Charging woes continue with frustrating ChargePoint experiences, which begs the question: Is EV charging infrastructure a house of cards waiting to fall, or are these simply growing pains? We talk about EV school buses once more, Tesla Semi’s range and charging speed, VinFast’s confusing purchase and lease pricing, Toyota making a cluster of its cluster, a massive EV vs. ICE drag race, 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 NOTESEV school buses: https://www.axios.com/2022/12/19/electric-school-buses Tesla Semi news: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/16/pepsico-is-using-36-tesla-semis-in-its-fleet-and-is-upgrading-facilities-for-more-in-2023-exec-says.html VinFast VF 8 pricing confusion: https://www.motortrend.com/news/2023-vinfast-vf-8-preview-coming-to-america/ New Toyota Prius gauge cluster issues: https://twitter.com/ClintSimone/status/1603192658339692548/photo/1 Lucid Air Sapphire, Model S Plaid, Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport, and Ducati Panigale V4 SP2 drag race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyDpQpcPpuc Tesla Northern Mexico facility: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-may-announce-mexico-plant-coming-days-report-2022-12-19/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy ChargePointMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #97: Because Physics
Diesel school buses — bad idea? EV school buses? Now you’re talkin’! This week, we jump into the advantages of EV school buses from both a health and grid perspective. They’re apparently a hoot to drive, too. Next, the Ford F-150 Lightning wins MotorTrend’s Truck of the Year award, but should it have? One famous YouTuber might disagree. Then we talk about the Tesla Cybertruck, Ioniq 5 N shifting gears, Rivian, Mercedes-Benz, Lucid, 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 NOTESElectric school buses: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/electric-school-buses-the-ev-revolutions-unsung-hero F-150 Lightning wins MotorTrend’s 2023 Truck of the Year: https://www.motortrend.com/news/ford-f-150-lightning-2023-truck-of-the-year/ “Hoovie’s Garage” sells his F-150 Lightning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8gH52gKejE Tesla Cybertruck bare frame leaked: https://electrek.co/2022/12/10/tesla-cybertruck-body-spotted-ahead-production/ Ioniq 5 N will have fake gear changes: https://www.motor1.com/news/626040/hyundai-ioniq-5-n-fake-automatic-gearbox/ Rivian and Mercedes pause MOU on van: https://www.teslarati.com/rivian-rivn-mercedes-benz-ev-vans-joint-venture-paused/ Lucid puts the hard-sell on customers: https://www.businessinsider.com/lucid-customer-cancellations-strategy-leaked-email-electric-vehicles-2022-12 Judge rules in favor of a Model 3 owner on FSD: https://electrek.co/2022/12/12/tesla-ordered-upgrade-self-driving-computer-for-free-false-advertising/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy FordMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #96: Air Quotes and Elon Time
Is the future of farming both electric and autonomous? We take a look. We also check out hinted specs regarding the Tesla Cyertruck that could be an EV pickup truck game changer. We then discuss the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter leading the way, GM building out questionable EV charging infrastructure, the much-rumored Apple Car, Ford dealers going electric, 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 NOTESMonarch Tractors: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/monarch-brings-affordable-ev-technological-tour-de-force-to-agriculture Tesla Cybertruck megawatt charging: https://electrek.co/2022/12/01/tesla-cybertruck-1-mw-ultra-fast-charging-tech/ Mercedes-Benz eSprinter: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/mercedes-benz-esprinter-goes-295-miles-on-a-charge-your-turn-ford GM Charger expansion: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/gm-charger-expansion-announcement-hopeful-but-skeptical Apple Car: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-12-06/apple-scales-back-self-driving-car-and-delays-launch-until-2026?srnd=technology-vp Polestar offers one-time OTA update unlocking 68 hp: https://electrek.co/2022/12/06/dual-motor-polestar-2-gets-improved-performance-via-1200-ota-update/ Mercedes-Benz offers subscription to unlock power: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a42027571/mercedes-benz-ev-acceleration-increase-annual-subscription-1200-dollars/ Two-thirds of Ford dealers opt into “Model E” program: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/05/ford-ceo-says-most-us-dealers-agree-to-sell-evs.html Rumor of Escalade and Camaro sub-brands: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a42097052/gm-escalade-camaro-brands/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy TeslaMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #95: It's Not Me, It's You
This week’s podcast spans electrified RVs, charging woes (whose fault is it?), Honda sticking to its hydrogen guns, Aptera opting for Tesla’s NACS plug, VinFast shipping cars to the U.S., plus a plethora of rumors covering Corvette, Mazda Miata, Tesla Model 3, VW Scout, 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 NOTESElectrifying RVs: https://www.ozxcorp.com/ Honda CR-V PH2EV (hydrogen plug-in): https://www.autoblog.com/2022/11/30/honda-cr-v-hydrogen-coming-in-2024/ Aptera to use NACS (Tesla) plug: https://cleantechnica.com/2022/11/26/aptera-officially-announces-it-will-use-the-tesla-charging-connector/ Fiat 500e Abarth debuts: https://www.autoblog.com/2022/11/22/2023-fiat-500e-abarth-reveal-performance/ VinFast’s first shipment of cars to U.S.: https://electrek.co/2022/11/25/vinfast-achieves-milestone-with-first-batch-of-vf8-evs-to-the-us/ Corvette EV rumors: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a42096801/corvette-brand-2025 Electric Miata?: https://carbuzz.com/news/new-mazda-vision-concept-previews-mx-5-miatas-electric-future Tesla Model 3 redesign?: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/exclusive-tesla-readies-revamped-model-131308230.html VW talking to Foxconn and Magna about Scout SUV: https://www.electrive.com/2022/11/30/vw-considers-hiring-foxconn-to-manufacture-for-scout/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy ChargePointMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #94: Prime Time at the LA Auto Show
Surreptitiously broadcasting from a booth overlooking the 2022 LA Auto Show, follow along on our adventure around the show floor. While perhaps not as exciting as last year, there were a few show stoppers, including the rebirth of the legendary Toyota Prius. Other vehicles we rattled the doors of were the Toyota bZ4X, Ioniq 6, Kia EV6, Genesis GV60, GV70, and GV80, Dodge Charger Daytona SRT, various VinFasts, the Myers Manx, Lordstown Endurance, Chevy Silverado EV and Equinox EV, VW ID.Buzz, and many 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.This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art by Phil RoyleMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast 93: Nefarious Agenda or Solid Contender
This week’s podcast involves a debate over EV charging connectors. Are we nerds or what? But with Tesla’s announcement of its North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector, there are real questions that need genuine answers. We also chat about 12v batteries, electric “gas” station power requirements, a 258 mph EV speed record, 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 announces its NACS, and we have dueling opinions:https://www.thewattcar.com/home/a-disingenuous-offer-teslas-nacs-is-not-what-it-seems https://www.thewattcar.com/home/oems-shouldnt-let-pride-keep-them-from-considering-nacs Jalopnik’s take on NACS: https://jalopnik.com/tesla-wants-its-chargers-to-be-the-new-universal-standa-1849774007 New study shows power requirements for roadside charging stations equivalent: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-11-14/tesla-s-electric-semis-are-coming-and-trucks-stops-aren-t-ready Rimac Nevera sets production EV speed record at 258 mph: https://www.autoblog.com/2022/11/15/rimac-nevera-electric-car-speed-record-258-mph/ 2024 Porsche Macan EV details emerge: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a41943729/porsche-2024-macan-ev-ppe-platform-details/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy TeslaMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #92: Right-Wing FUD’sters
Was a story regarding a Nissan Leaf owner taking 15 hours to travel 178 miles right-wing FUD? Before we get to that, the conversation kicks off with an EV incentive proposition that was on California’s mid-term election ballot. What is it, what did the opposition have to say about it, how did we vote, and did it pass? You might be surprised to all of the above. From there, we discuss the newly-unveiled Volvo EX90, a study diving into ICE electricity use, EV exhausts, 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 NOTESCalifornia Proposition 30: https://voterguide.sos.ca.gov/propositions/30/ Volvo EX90: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2024-volvo-ex90-a-whos-who-of-tech-titans ICE vehicles use half as much electricity as EVs: https://cleantechnica.com/2022/11/03/news-flash-gas-powered-cars-use-electricity-too/ Borla debuts “exhaust” for Mustang Mach-E at SEMA 2022: https://jalopnik.com/new-borla-exhaust-can-make-your-ford-mach-e-sound-like-1849737333 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rp2Q0uHWBFM Zoom calls coming to Tesla: https://gizmodo.com/zoom-tesla-amc-theaters-1849761810 Nissan Leaf owner needs 15 hours to go 178 miles: https://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/first-time-ev-owner-shares-cautionary-tale-15-hours-drive-178-miles This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy CreozavrMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #91: Does This Sound Cool Now?
Did Cadillac go down the wrong path with the Celestiq, and is Ford caving to its dealers when it comes to EV sales? Probably and maybe. But the real question is whether the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept sounds cool — something Stellantis doesn’t seem to know, since the company’s reps are asking people at this year’s SEMA Show. Also, have you heard the rumors? There’s a new EV Caterham in the works and there might be a new non-DeLorean-branded DeLorean EV coming…eventually. Also, flying cars.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 NOTESWhere Cadillac went wrong with the Celestiq: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/imagine-wagons-where-the-cadillac-celestiq-went-wrong Ford delays dealer deadline: https://www.teslarati.com/ford-extends-dealership-ev-investment-deadline/ https://www.autonews.com/dealers/ford-postpones-deadline-dealers-decide-ev-outlays TWC’s original article: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/the-case-for-ice-vehicles-a-ford-dealer-strikes-back Dodge reveals power levels for Charger EV at SEMA: https://moparinsiders.com/sema-2022-dodge-introduces-direct-connection-estage-upgrades-for-its-future-e-muscle-cars/ Caterham planning bespoke EV model: https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/caterham-reveals-plans-all-new-two-seat-ev Kat DeLorean tweets a new DeLorean concept: https://carbuzz.com/news/john-deloreans-daughter-is-building-a-new-car-in-detroit XPENG’s flying car: https://insideevs.com/news/619394/xpeng-evtol-electric-flying-car-first-flight/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy DodgeMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #90: Finally, a Tesla Killer…Maybe
Podcast co-host Ed Sanchez experiences First World problems while charging his EV in Silicon Valley. Meanwhile, GMC reveals the Sierra Denali EV, a mid-size Hummer EV is possibly in the works, a Ford dealership pushes back against the Mother Ship, Toyota sees the light (sources familiar with the matter say), the Lotus Eletre may be the “Tesla killer” we’ve been waiting for, 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 NOTESCharging problems: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/public-charging-still-a-struggle GMC Sierra Denali EV: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2024-gmc-sierra-ev-gms-slow-roll-offers-intermediate-option GMC reportedly looking at a mid-sized Hummer EV: https://insideevs.com/news/617511/gmc-considering-smaller-hummer-ev-pickup/ “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 Toyota changes direction: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/exclusive-toyota-scrambles-ev-reboot-with-eye-tesla-2022-10-24/ Lotus Eletre pricing: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a41764439/2024-lotus-eletre-priced-specs/Hoonigan goes electric: https://youtu.be/SO2Li9BMQp8 This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy LotusMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #89: Rolls-Royce, Foxconn, and the Second Coming of Cadillac
It’s snooty car talk on this week’s episode of The Watt Car EV Podcast, with a chat about the Rolls-Royce Spectre and Cadillac Celestiq. On the polar opposite side of that coin is Foxconn, although the company does stand the chance of outselling both Rolls and Caddy combined when it comes to EVs. There’s more in this episode — like Taco Bell and Canoo — but you’ll have to listen to 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 NOTESRolls-Royce Spectre: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2024-rolls-royce-spectre-making-a-strong-silent-statement Cadillac Celestiq: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2024-cadillac-celestiq-what-does-it-mean-1 Foxconn unveils three models: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/foxconn-unveils-three-new-evs-has-the-giant-awoken Taco Bell Goes electric: https://electrek.co/2022/10/18/taco-bell-innovates-the-fast-food-experience-with-fast-ev-charging/ Canoo signs another deal: https://www.press.canoo.com/press-release/zeeba This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy CadillacMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #88: Charging Infrastructure and The Grid, an Interview with Stanford’s Ram Rajagopal
A paper emerged from Stanford University in September that challenged the notion that the best time to charge an EV is at night. Many reported on the paper’s findings, but we wanted to dive deeper, so this week we welcome the paper’s co-senior author Stanford University Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering Ram Rajagopal to the podcast to discuss the paper, as well as EV charging, the grid, infrastructure, 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 NOTESStanford EV study: https://news.stanford.edu/2022/09/22/charging-cars-home-night-not-way-go/ Download the paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41560-022-01105-7 The Watt Car’s take: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/being-green-vs-saving-green-the-disconnect-in-ev-charging This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy Matthew HenryMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #87: Alex Jones and EV Lies
What starts as another jovial episode of the podcast takes a turn when Info Wars enters the conversation. But before we get there, we discuss the Tesla Bot, hurricanes, Maserati’s first EV, global EV sales, sky high monthly car payments, failed Rivian R1T operation — and then a rant on Alex Jones.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 Bot: https://www.theverge.com/23384703/tesla-optimus-bot-elon-musk-specs-hype-reactionHurricane Ian and EVs: https://www.wlrn.org/news/2022-09-29/researchers-sound-alarm-about-electric-vehicles-and-hurricane-evacuations CleanTechnica’s counterpoint: https://cleantechnica.com/2022/09/28/apparently-we-need-to-talk-about-evacuations-evs-again/ Maserati debuts EV GranTurismo Folgore: https://electrek.co/2022/10/03/maserati-shares-new-details-of-electric-granturismo-folgore-priced-around-170k/ EVs reach 11% of global new car sales: https://cleantechnica.com/2022/10/02/100-electric-vehicles-11-of-new-vehicle-sales-globally/ Edmunds says 1 out of 4 EV buyers has a $1,000+ monthly car payment: https://www.edmunds.com/industry/press/more-than-1-in-4-amercians-who-financed-an-ev-purchase-in-q3-committed-to-a-1000-monthly-payment-according-to-edmunds.html Edmunds fails to operate Rivian R1-T correctly: https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/rivian-r1t-dies-on-freeway.html “Asian Petrolhead” Ioniq 6 review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFnH8yJDwsc Alex Jones spreads absolute misinformation about the Ford Lightning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZbJ7PFlnH8 This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy Gordon JohnsonMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #86: Have We Got a T-Shirt for You!
Good news! Good news! The Watt Car’s merch store is back up and running, with new irreverent EV T-shirts to boot! To celebrate, we spend this week’s episode of the podcast discussing the age old EV question: How much range do you need? Follow along as we deconstruct a recent Autoblog post that covers one of the most essential questions of EV ownership. 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 NOTESBuy a Watt Car T-shirt: https://www.thewattcar.com/store How much range do you need?: https://www.autoblog.com/article/electric-car-range-how-much-do-you-need/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy TheWattCar.com/storeMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #85: Tedious and Fiddly
Tesla now offers a CCS adapter in the U.S., but is physically plugging in too tedious and fiddly for new EV owners? If so, wireless charging might be the answer. While wireless EV charging was a bit of a pipe dream a few years back, now the time might be right. Beyond that, is California banning internal combustion big trucks by 2040, how expensive is an electric school bus, and can Nitro Rallycross finally make electric motorsports cool? There’s all of this and more on this week’s TWC 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 NOTESTesla-to-CCS adapter: https://shop.tesla.com/product/ccs-combo-1-adapter Wireless charging is back: https://arstechnica.com/cars/2022/09/whats-the-state-of-wireless-ev-charging/ California moving big trucks to EV by 2040?: https://calmatters.org/environment/2022/09/california-phase-out-diesel-trucks-zero-emission/ TWC Podcast #39: Megawatt Charging with CharIN: https://www.thewattcar.com/podcast/twc-podcast-39-episode-39-megawatt-charging-with-charin Economics of EV school buses: https://interestingengineering.com/transportation/electric-school-buses-have-2-problems Nitro Rallycross goes EV: https://youtu.be/QdL6PeU2idM This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy Maxim HopmanMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #84: Rivian — Shaking Hands and Making Babies
Is Rivian on the prowl with its Camp Mode and a potential partnership with Mercedes-Benz? We dig in, while also chatting about Hyundai’s N Vision 74 concept being an ICE car in disguise, a suspiciously familiar Axios article, VW ID.Buzz driving impressions, as well as Mullen, Bollinger, Buick, 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 NOTESCar & Driver drives the Hyundai N Vision 74: https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a41118113/hyundai-nvision74-prototype-drive/ Axios article covers many of the points from Episode 83 of our podcast: https://www.axios.com/2022/09/08/evs-electric-power-grid-strain-charging Jeep introduces Willys 4xe PHEV: https://jalopnik.com/2023-jeep-wrangler-willys-4xe-cheapest-phev-wrangler-1849530889 Jeep shows future EV models: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a41106835/2024-jeep-recon-wagoneer-ev-revealed/ Rivian Camp Mode: https://stories.rivian.com/software-update-camping Euro-spec VW ID. Buzz test drives:https://electrek.co/2022/09/07/vw-id-buzz-test-drive-ev-character-utility/ https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a41059351/2023-volkswagen-id-buzz-euro-spec-drive/https://www.autoblog.com/2022/09/07/vw-id-buzz-first-drive-review/ https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/2023-vw-id-buzz-first-drive-review-specs-photos-driving-performanceMullen buys Bollinger: https://news.mullenusa.com/mullen-automotive-acquires-controlling-interest-in-ev-truck-innovator-bollinger-motors-inc GM is offering a buyout to Buick dealers: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/02/gm-offers-to-buy-out-buick-dealers-that-dont-want-to-invest-in-evs.html Rivian and Mercedes-Benz announce partnership to build vans in Europe: https://rivian.com/newsroom/article/mercedes-benz-vans-and-rivian-move-to-partner-on-electric-van-production This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy RivianMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #83: Not Contentious, Pugnacious
This week, we get political. Spurred by a five-minute, time-limited debate between Kentucky Republican Representative Thomas Massie and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, we dive deep into the topics of electrification, the grid, and the political quagmire that surrounds them.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 NOTESKentucky Republican Representative Thomas Massie confronts Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Biden’s aggressive EV policies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DN3ipwbWdGQ Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained on the grid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dfyG6FXsUU PG&E asking EV owners not to charge their cars during peak hours: https://insideevs.com/news/607849/california-specific-ev-charging-times-labor-day/ Station owners make more money and margin off foods/beverages than selling fuel: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/economics-gas-station-rcna19516 Massie lives off the grid with a Model S battery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1342&v=qpPYkqpe-Ms&feature=emb_logo This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy Kara KupferMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #82: More Questions Than Answers
We’ve been busy autocrossing a Mustang EV conversion and buying Tesla beanies. But once we get to the news, we have more questions than answers when it comes to California’s newly-passed 2035 EV mandate — namely, do EV charging companies have deep enough pockets to make it in the long run? From there, it’s luxury BYDs, massive Hyundai preorders, surprisingly affordable Tesla repairs, 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 NOTESAutocrossing AEM Testang: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/behind-the-wheel-of-aems-testang-ev-conversion TWC podcast with AEM’s Lawson Mollica: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/twc-podcast-54-an-interview-with-aems-lawson-mollica AEM build an Eluminator Mustang: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGEeMx11GQE CARB officially sets 2035 timeline for ban on new ICE light vehicle sales in CA: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/news/california-moves-accelerate-100-new-zero-emission-vehicle-sales-2035 Along with it comes battery requirements: https://www.howtogeek.com/828862/california-says-ev-batteries-have-to-last-longer/ ChargePoint Q2 “earnings” report: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/chargepoint-reports-second-quarter-fiscal-200800847.html BYD reportedly planning $100,000+ EV: https://electrek.co/2022/08/26/byd-may-launch-premium-145k-ev/ Will customers pay six figures for a Chinese brand Hyundai Ioniq 6 preorders: https://www.teslarati.com/hyundai-ioniq-6-preorders-hit-record-number/ Rimac engineer thinks EVs can accelerate to 60 mph in under one second: https://insideevs.com/news/607115/evs-acceleration-under-one-second-rimac/ Affordable Tesla repair: https://youtu.be/xg8fS1bgPlo?t=83 This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy Arek SochaMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #81: What's Beyond Plaid?
Pebble Beach now brings EV debuts, including not only the Kia EV6 GT but also the car that’s plaider than Plaid: the Lucid Air Sapphire. The Sapphire holds no bargain-basement sticker price, putting it in the same league as the Cadillac Celestiq. Speaking of Cadillac, is this once-pinnacle marque suffering an existential crisis or is everything working toward a master plan? And does that plan involve testing a chassis for an upcoming Corvette EV SUV? That’s only the beginning of the conversation on this week’s 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 NOTESKia EV6 GT debut: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2023-kia-ev6-gt-revealed-from-bargain-basement-to-boutique Lucid Air Sapphire: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2023-lucid-air-sapphire-checkmate-plaid Cadillac Celestiq testing in Detroit: https://www.motortrend.com/news/2024-cadillac-celestiq-electric-vehicle-luxury-prototype-testing Car and Driver Tests the Cadillac Lyriq RWD: https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a40899859/2023-cadillac-lyriq-450e-debut-edition-by-the-numbers/ Acura revives ZDX name: https://insideevs.com/news/605218/acura-zdx-ev-2024/ Genesis X Speedium Coupe Concept: https://electrek.co/2022/08/23/genesis-reveals-beauty-of-white-space-x-speedium-interior/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy LucidMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #80: Interesting and Unusual — Dodge Goes EV
Dodge unveiled its unapologetic EV Charger Daytona SRT concept, and we couldn’t be happier. It’s loud (literally), in your face, and fabulous from front to back. What’s the battery size? Nobody knows! What’s the range? We don’t care! Details be damned – the fact is that Dodge nailed this announcement, and we couldn’t wait to dive in and discuss.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 NOTESInflation Reduction Act officially signed by President Biden: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/08/15/by-the-numbers-the-inflation-reduction-act/ Inflation Reduction Act VIN decoder: https://vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov/decoder/ Dodge officially announces 2023 is the last year for the ICE Charger/Challenger: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/requiem-for-the-rebels-dodge-announces-discontinuation-of-charger-challenger-after-2023 Dodge unveils Charger Daytona SRT EV Concept: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/dodge-charger-daytona-srt-concept-an-unapologetic-showstopper Electric Vehicles Are Way, Way More Energy-Efficient Than ICE: https://www.motortrend.com/news/evs-more-efficient-than-internal-combustion-engines/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy DodgeMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #79: Stretch Goals...or Bogus?
Are the specs for the EV Meyers Manx concept stretch goals or overtly ambitious? Opinions differ on this episode of The Watt Car podcast, although everyone agrees a future with an electric Meyers Manx is one we want to believe in. Other topics this week include America’s new EV incentive bill, changing specs for the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford increasing pricing of the F-150 Lightning, Mini potentially partnering with Canoo, 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 NOTESEV tax credit: https://www.theverge.com/2022/8/8/23296678/ev-tax-credit-qualify-battery-supply-chain-china Meyers Manx EV: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a40847634/meyers-manx-20-electric-revealed/ Tesla Cybertruck specs changing: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-cybertruck-prices-and-specs-will-change-but-itll-probably-be-worth-it/ Ford ups F-150 Lightning price: https://insideevs.com/news/603345/ford-f150-ligntning-price-increase/ Mini and Canoo: https://insideevs.com/news/602534/is-mini-considering-canoo-as-urbanaut-mpv-maker-platform-donor/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy Meyers ManxMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #78: Dodging Drama
Will they or won’t they? Will Dodge’s next Charger and Challenger be EVs? According to one news outlet, no. According to another, probably. According to a Dodge PR rep, yes. The question then becomes: when? In other news, MG returns with a “legend” that some say will be powered by electrons, while supercar maker Koenigsegg invests in Lightyear. Rivian feels left out, Siemens gets creative, 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 NOTESDodge going EV?: https://insideevs.com/news/601453/dodge-challenger-charger-electric/ MG unveils the ”return of a legend”: https://insideevs.com/news/602245/mg-ev-roadster-teased-first-time-electrifying-mx5-rival/ Koenigsegg invests in Lightyear: https://lightyear.one/articles/trailblazing-technologies-lightyear-partners-with-megacar-manufacturer-koenigsegg Rivian feels “left out” of the EV credit bill: https://electrek.co/2022/08/02/rivian-rivn-not-happy-left-out-new-ev-tax-credit/ Siemens introduces low-cost approach to EVSE: https://insideevs.com/news/601056/siemens-connectder-money-saving-home-ev-charging-solution/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art courtesy DodgeMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #77: Lowering the Bottom Line
From an electrician’s bill to a random encounter with a Tesla owner, this episode kicks off with a trip down a rabbit hole. Onto the news, Herbert Diess might have lost his VW gig over a software boondoggle, Rivian rolls out its Amazon Prime van en masse, USPS orders *way* more EVs than anticipated, Tesla alumni launch an RV company, 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 NOTESHerbert Diess out as VW CEO: https://insideevs.com/news/600575/volkswagen-group-fired-diess-because-software-unit-fiasco/Rivian Amazon Prime vans begin nationwide rollout: https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazons-electric-delivery-vehicles-from-rivian-roll-out-across-the-u-s USPS ups its order of EVs: https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1136569_usps-boosts-plan-for-electric-vehicles-half-of-future-fleet Tesla alumni start work on powered RV trailers: https://techcrunch.com/2022/07/13/meet-the-all-electric-rv-startup-steered-by-tesla-alumni/ Rivian camper van rumor: https://www.motortrend.com/news/2025-rivian-adventure-van-electric-off-road-overland-camper-rv/This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art by Alice PasqualMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #76: Rolling the Dice
Last week’s news is this week’s news, as the tail end of last week saw multiple notable EV unveiling. We seamlessly transition from that to the latest electrification happenings, including the Chevy Blazer EV, big rumors for Porsche, and Polestar taking on a performance giant, before playing a game of “what would you do if you were the CEO of Aston Martin?” For us, we’d roll the dice… 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 NOTESHyundai Ioniq 6 unveiled: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/hyundai-ioniq-6-official-specs-774-kwh-battery-300-mile-range Hyundai N Vision 74 concept: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/hyundai-n-vision-74-concept-the-better-ev-delorean Panasonic announces $4 billion investment in Kansas: https://news.panasonic.com/global/press/data/2022/07/en220714-3/en220714-3.html GM works with Pilot and EVgo for charging network: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/general-motors-pilot-evgo-collaborate-on-nationwide-fast-charge-network Chevy Blazer EV: https://www.thewattcar.com/home/2024-chevy-blazer-equinox-evs-show-gms-steady-approach-to-ev-dominance Rumors of flagship Porsche EV SUV: https://insideevs.com/news/598958/porsche-announces-plans-launch-new-high-end-electric-suv/ Polestar 3 crossover aims at Porsche Cayenne: https://www.autoblog.com/2022/07/17/polestar-3-electric-suv-price/ Could future Aston Martins be built on a Lucid platform: https://insideevs.com/news/598580/aston-martin-ev-platform/ Dodge Charger Jailbreak vs. Lucid Air GT Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2_9-P7P4eI&t=1s This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art by Alexas FotosMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast 75: I Haven’t Got The Bill Yet…
This week, one of The Watt Car Podcast’s co-hosts gets home Level 2 charging while the other one’s mother orders an EV. Onto the news, Rivian cuts jobs, Canoo catches a break, Volkswagen turns to Redwood Materials, Toyota pushes hybrids over EVs (again), the Hummer EV pollutes more than ICE, 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 NOTESRivian cutting 700 jobs: https://www.theverge.com/2022/7/11/23204199/rivian-electric-vehicles-layoffs-planned-manufacturing Walmart places order for 4,500 Canoo vans: https://arstechnica.com/cars/2022/07/walmart-is-buying-4500-electric-delivery-vehicles-from-canoo/ Volkswagen joins Toyota in selecting Redwood Materials as battery recycling partner: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/vw-america-teams-with-redwood-ev-battery-recycling-2022-07-12/ Toyota’s Chief Scientist Gil Pratt doubles-down on hybrids, again: https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/features/evs-arent-only-answer-toyota-scientist-future-cars GM’s response to Hummer EV inefficiency: https://insideevs.com/news/598027/general-motors-replies-aceee-hummer-ev-study/ Rimac Nevera leaked EPA range rating: https://www.autoblog.com/2022/07/11/rimac-nevara-us-range-epa-carb-certification/ Ford files trademark applications for Thunder: https://electrek.co/2022/07/12/ford-trademarks-electric-versions-maverick-ranger-pickup-trucks/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art by Edward A. SanchezMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -
TWC Podcast #74: In a Starbucks Parking Lot
Technical problems send one of The Watt Car Podcast’s hosts to a Starbucks for this week’s episode, but that doesn’t stop the fun, as we discuss Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian/Amazon van sightings in the wild, a Chevy Bolt rebate, towing with EV trucks, Rivian R1S reviews showing up like gangbusters, a possible Hyundai Ioniq 6 shooting brake, 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 NOTESChevy Bolt retroactive rebate: https://www.cars.com/articles/chevrolet-to-retroactively-discount-some-bolt-evs-bolt-euvs-451338/ “Keep Your Daydream” YouTube channel tows an Airstream with an F-150 Lightning: https://youtu.be/3FmUcVHEJME “All Electric Family” YouTube channel tows an Airstream with a Rivian R1T: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSOczJ-c4wU Auto journalists going ga-ga for the Rivian R1S SUV:https://electrek.co/2022/07/06/rivian-r1s-review/ https://jalopnik.com/the-2022-rivian-r1s-is-the-rightful-heir-to-the-land-cr-1849142297 https://insideevs.com/reviews/596114/rivian-r1s-suv-first-drive-review/ https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a40514350/2022-rivian-r1s-drive/ Hyundai chief designer SangYup Lee hints at Ioniq 6 shooting brake: https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/hyundai/ioniq-6/358279/new-hyundai-ioniq-6-n-sports-saloon-coming Fisker asking for $5,000 deposit from Ocean reservation holders: https://electrek.co/2022/07/05/fisker-asks-extra-5000-non-refundable-deposit-ocean-reservation-holders/ This week’s hosts: Phil Royle and Edward A. SanchezEpisode cover art by Mert GullerMusic courtesy Twisterium at PixabayEmail comments and questions to [email protected]: https://www.thewattcar.com- Store - Podcast - Facebook - Google News - Twitter -