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On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss what's happening with the Tesla Supercharger network, is battery swap going to be a thing?, Ford goes back on BEV, and more.



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The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.



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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:




Elon Musk reveals Tesla software-locked cheapest Model Y, offers 40-60 more miles of range



Tesla (TSLA) launches another round of layoffs



Elon Musk says Tesla is spending $500 million on Superchargers this year after firing entire team



BP tells property owners left in the dark by Elon Musk firing Tesla charging team to call them



Tesla loses another manager to layoffs – but this one quit due to morale



Tesla is about to remove steering wheel nag with new Full Self-Driving update



Elon Musk outlines upcoming Tesla Full Self-Driving updates



Tesla is being probed by DOJ ‘securities or wire fraud’ over self-driving claims



Trump reportedly told oil execs he’ll end electric car incentives for $1 billion in donations



NIO signs a new agreement with GAC Group to co-develop battery standards, charging, and swaps



Ford backtracks on BEV commitments in Europe and may sell ICE models beyond 2030



Fisker files bankruptcy equivalent in Austria to gain ‘breathing room’ amid Ocean production halt



Rivian (RIVN) Q1 results – revenue beat, earnings miss, Q4 profit reaffirmed



Lucid (LCID) shares Q1 2024 numbers: Deliveries and revenue are up year-over-year




Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):




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On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the additional Tesla layoffs, the entire charging team's departure, and more. Let's talk about it.



Sponsored by SplitVolt: The Splitvolt Splitter Switch automatically shares power from your existing 240V dryer socket with your Level 2 EV charger. Learn more here.











The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.



As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.



After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:




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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.



Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:




Tesla is already pulling back Supercharger plans after firing team



Elon Musk is throwing his weight around Tesla, comes in like a wrecking ball



Tesla (TSLA) surges on reports China is approving Full Self-Driving deployment



Tesla unveils new Cybertruck off-roading features, Cybertent mode, and more



Tesla Semi spotted being used by another customer



Rivian gets $827m incentives to expand Normal, Illinois factory for R2



Cadillac balks on plans to go all-EV by 2030, may still offer gas cars for ‘a number of years’



NIO begins public trials of its 150 kWh semi-solid-state battery packs ahead of a full rollout




Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj9yYf3C8sI

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss all the news coming out of Tesla's earnings, Model 3 Performance, Mercedes-Benz electric G-Class, and more.



Sponsored by SplitVolt: The Splitvolt Splitter Switch automatically shares power from your existing 240V dryer socket with your Level 2 EV charger. Learn more here.











The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.



As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.



After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:




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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.



Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:




Tesla officially unveils new Model 3 Performance with 0-60 mph in 2.9 sec



Tesla (TSLA) releases Q1 2024 results: missed expectations, loads release with news

Tesla announces change of plans to build cheaper electric cars



Tesla teases its upcoming Uber-like self-driving ride-hailing app



Tesla expects its 4680 battery cells to be cheaper than suppliers by end of year



Tesla gives update on Cybertruck, 1,000 in a week



Tesla now plans electric semi truck volume production in ‘late 2025’



Tesla is in talks with ‘one major automaker about licensing Full Self-Driving’



Tesla may start selling its Optimus humanoid robot next year, says Elon Musk



Tesla (TSLA) surges on Elon Musk trying to ride AI wave





Tesla Autopilot is again under NHTSA investigation after doubts over recall remedy



Tesla Cybertruck owner gets quoted over $30,000 for Powershare installation



Tesla lowers price of ‘Full Self-Driving’ to $8,000, down from $12,000



Mercedes unveils 2025 electric G-Class, with 4 motors and tank turns



CATL unveils world’s first LFP battery with 4C ultra-fast charging for 370-mi in 10 mins




Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XBYNb7DUYg

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's massive round of layoffs, Elon Musk putting Tesla all-in on Robotaxi, important shareholders vote, and more.











The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.



As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.



After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:




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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.



Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:




Tesla leaks new Model 3 Performance ‘Ludicrous’ details



Tesla reveals big update with new UI, auto shift, Audible, new Spotify, and more



Tesla recalls Cybertruck due to defective accelerator, confirms about 4,000 deliveries



Tesla lays off ‘more than 10%’ of its global workforce



Tesla Semi has been pushed ‘well beyond expectations’ by a new customer



Tesla puts ‘$25,000 electric car’ codenamed NV9 on back burner despite what Elon Musk said



Elon Musk is putting Tesla all-in on Robotaxi



Tesla launches website to convince shareholders to vote for Elon’s $55 billion payday



Tesla’s biggest retail shareholder is voting against Elon Musk’s $55 billion package



You can power your home for 21 days with a Chevy Silverado EV and GM’s new bidirectional charger



Lucid’s longest-range Air Grand Touring gets faster charging, 516 miles range at a lower price



Lotus opens Eletre Hyper SUV orders in North America, shares pricing and delivery timelines



GMC’s 2024 Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is finally here – with a 440-mile range



Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec




Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbJ4o_Yj70E

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the announced Tesla Robotaxi unveiling, Cybertruck battery pack teardown, new and updated Mustang Mach-E, and more.











The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.



This week, we are doing the show a bit early, at 12 p.m. ET due to travels.



As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.



After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:




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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.



Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:




Tesla is unveiling its new ‘robotaxi’ on August 8



Tesla launches new Long Range rear-wheel-drive Model Y in Europe



Tesla Cybertruck to get a 20% charge speed increase



Tesla Cybertruck teardown shows battery pack is ‘half empty’ and we are confused



Tesla unveils new Sport Seats to absorb Model S Plaid’s insane power



Tesla releases more details on Powerwall 3, confirms cheaper stack coming



Tesla opens wallet and settles Autopilot death lawsuit as it was getting interesting



Mercedes updates 2025 EQS sedan with better range, new grille, and a standing star emblem



Ford unveils new 2024 Mustang Mach-E with more range, quicker acceleration, and faster charging



Ford trims F-150 Lightning price by up to $5,500 in latest effort to boost EV demand



Meet the new Alfa Romeo Milano, the sporty Italian SUV goes electric as brand’s first EV




Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):




https://youtube.com/live/YiPeHhq42-Q

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's Q1 delivery and production results, the upcoming Model 3 Ludicrous, the Silverado EV RST electric pickup, and more.











The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.



This week, we are doing the show a bit early, at 12 p.m. ET due to travels.



As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.



After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:




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Castro



RSS




We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.



Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:




Tesla (TSLA) releases Q1 2024 deliveries: disastrous results



Tesla (TSLA) turns to deep discounts as inventory piles up



It certainly looks like Tesla is about to unveil the Model 3 Ludicrous



Tesla brings back Full Self-Driving transfer as incentive despite Musk’s ‘one-time offer’



Elon Musk’s xAI poaches another engineer from Tesla in a clear conflict of interest



Chevy just revealed the Silverado EV First-Edition RST specs and it’s got 440 miles of range



Leaked images tease BYD’s first electric pickup, coming to global markets this year



CATL launches new EV battery with close to a 1 million mile, 15-year lifespan



Toyota’s EV sales continue lagging in the US as Hyundai and Kia plow ahead



Rivian’s (RIVN) deliveries remain flat in Q1 as EV maker prepares for plant shutdown



Ford takes second in US EV market after sales climb 86% as lower prices take effect



Ford delays electric three-row SUV with new EV pickup arriving in 2026




Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fY6KdmjhjGU