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  1. FEB 3

    Watts In The News - Tesla's HUGE Mistake Why They're Moving Too Fast!

    This week on Watts in the News, we break down one of the biggest shifts in Tesla’s history. Tesla has officially canceled the Model S and Model X, ending new sales as production lines at Fremont are converted to build Optimus humanoid robots. The move signals a major pivot toward AI, robotics, Full Self-Driving (FSD), and Robotaxi, raising big questions about Tesla’s long-term direction.We’re joined by Tesla legends and YouTubers Bearded Tesla Guy and JoshWest 24/7, who bring firsthand perspective from years of Tesla ownership, long-distance road trips, and a recent FSD drive across the United States. Together, we discuss whether Tesla is moving too fast, whether the company is shifting away from personally owned vehicles, and what this means for future products like Robotaxi, Cybercab, and even the Cybertruck potentially operating autonomously for cargo and logistics.➡️ ⁨Tesla Conversation With  @BeardedTeslaGuy  and  @JoshWest247  : https://youtu.be/XS3rPj-LPI4➡️ Jessie's Trip to Sweden with  @kempower  : https://youtu.be/A-ifvVG_qPc➡️ BowefamilyEV Silverado, Lightning at Gravity at the Tesla V4 Chargers! : https://youtu.be/SHyH59MANtYWe also cover the importance of charging infrastructure at scale. Co-host Jessie shares insights from his upcoming trip to Sweden with Kempower, where he’ll see megawatt charging in action, and we discuss why megawatt-level charging is critical for heavy-duty EVs. Plus, we break down Tesla’s megawatt charging agreement with Pilot and what it means for the future of electric trucking in North America.From Tesla’s vehicle cancellations to Optimus, autonomy, and charging at massive scale — this episode tackles the question: Is Tesla building the future too early, or exactly on time?🔑 KeywordsTesla earnings call, Tesla cancels Model S and Model X, Model S canceled, Model X canceled, Tesla Optimus, Optimus robots, Tesla FSD, Full Self Driving, Elon Musk Tesla, Tesla news, Tesla earnings reaction, Tesla autonomous driving, Tesla AI, Tesla robots, Tesla future, Tesla pivot, Tesla podcast, EV news, electric vehicles, Cybertruck, FSD road trip, Bearded Tesla Guy, JoshWest 24/7 megawatt charging, EV truck charging, electric semi trucks, Kempower megawatt charging, EV charging infrastructure, electric truck charging, megawatt charging system, Volvo electric truck, MAN electric truck, Scania electric truck, EV trucking, heavy duty EVs, fleet EV charging, fast charging EV trucks, CPO EV charging, commercial EV charging, electric semi charging, future of EV trucks, megawatt EV charger @volvotrucks @ScaniaTrucksBuses @mantrucksandbuses

    14 min

  2. JAN 30

    Tesla Just Killed S and X for FSD and Our Robot Overlords! - Here's Why!

    Tesla Cancels Model S & X. During yesterday’s Tesla earnings call, Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla will end new Model S and Model X sales in Q2, shutting down those production lines to convert them for manufacturing up to 1 million Optimus robots. This marks one of the most dramatic pivots in Tesla’s history as the company shifts its focus from flagship vehicles to AI, robotics, and Full Self-Driving (FSD).In this episode, we’re joined by special guests  @BeardedTeslaGuy  and  @JoshWest247  two longtime Tesla YouTubers with unmatched perspective. Josh famously completed a cross-Canada road trip in a Model S years ago before moving to the U.S., while Bearded Tesla Guy drove a Cybertruck from Florida to the Arctic Circle. Together, they recently completed an FSD road trip across the United States, giving them a front-row seat to Tesla’s autonomous future.We break down what this decision really means, why Tesla is prioritizing Optimus, how FSD fits into Elon Musk’s long-term vision, and whether this move signals a fundamental shift away from cars—or the next phase of Tesla’s dominance.🔑 KeywordsTesla earnings call, Tesla cancels Model S and Model X, Model S canceled, Model X canceled, Tesla Optimus, Optimus robots, Tesla FSD, Full Self Driving, Elon Musk Tesla, Tesla news, Tesla earnings reaction, Tesla autonomous driving, Tesla AI, Tesla robots, Tesla future, Tesla pivot, Tesla podcast, EV news, electric vehicles, Cybertruck, FSD road trip, Bearded Tesla Guy, JoshWest 24/7🏷️ Hashtags#tesla #fullselfdriving #optimus #autonomousvehicles #electricvehicles #evinfrastructure #futureofmobility #robotics #ai #energyinfrastructure #turndownforwatt #powerupamerica

    1h 23m

  3. JAN 28

    Kempower and Tesla Megawatt Chargers Arrive as Tesla Abandons Autopilot!

    This episode of Turn Down for What dives into the latest news from the world of electric vehicles! 🚗 We cover breaking news including Tesla updates and the latest developments in GM's electric vehicle strategy. Stay tuned for insights on Canada news and what it means for the future of electric vehicles! 🔋Real megawatt charging arrives as Tesla pulls back on Autopilot. In this episode of Turn Down For Watt, we break down Kempower’s megawatt charging rollout for electric semi trucks and Jessie’s firsthand experience seeing MegaWatt charging in action in Europe. We discuss how Kempower’s approach compares to U.S. infrastructure, what Power Up America launching its first charging station means for nationwide reliability, and why high-power charging matters more than ever. We also cover the latest EV industry shakeups, including Tesla Autopilot and FSD changes, GM canceling the Bolt (again), and what all of this signals about the real future of electrification — from passenger vehicles to long-haul trucking.⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps (1:18:00)00:00 – Intro: Why Megawatts Matter Right Now03:45 – Jessie’s Trip With Kempower Begins08:20 – What “Real” Megawatt Charging Actually Means14:10 – Seeing Megawatt Charging in Europe (First Impressions)22:30 – Why Europe’s Charging Infrastructure Feels Different30:15 – Semi Trucks, Scale, and Why This Tech Matters to Everyone38:40 – Power Up America Opens Its First Charging Station45:55 – Reliability, Uptime, and the Future of Public Charging53:10 – Tesla Autopilot and FSD: What Changed and Why It Matters01:01:30 – GM Cancels the Bolt (Again) — What This Signals01:09:40 – Infrastructure vs Software: Where the EV Future Is Headed01:15:30 – Final Thoughts: Megawatts Over Hype🔑 Comma-Separated KeywordsTesla Autopilot, Tesla FSD, Kempower, MegaWatt charging, megawatt EV charging, electric semi truck charging, Power Up America, EV charging infrastructure, Europe EV charging, US EV charging, high power charging, DC fast charging, EV trucks, EV future, electrification, Tesla news, GM Bolt canceled, EV podcast, Turn Down For Watt🔥 Top 10 Hashtags#TeslaAutopilot #Kempower #MegaWattCharging #TeslaFSD #EVCharging #ElectricTrucks #EVInfrastructure #PowerUpAmerica #ElectricVehicles #FutureOfEVs

    1h 19m

  4. JAN 23

    Watts In The News - Chinese EVs Come To Canada!

    Watts In The News Ep 4 breaks down the biggest electric vehicle stories shaping the EV industry right now. This week, Canada makes headlines by welcoming Chinese electric vehicles into the country, potentially opening the door for brands like BYD, NIO, and Zeekr and shaking up the North American EV market. What does this mean for tariffs, affordability, domestic automakers, and the future of EV competition in Canada and beyond?We also dive into Tesla’s major move to eliminate the one-time purchase of Full Self-Driving, shifting FSD to a subscription-only model and what that means for current owners, future buyers, and the long-term strategy behind Tesla autonomy. Plus, Rivian R2 manufacturing validation builds have been spotted, signaling real progress toward Rivian’s next affordable electric SUV and a critical milestone ahead of production.From global trade shifts to autonomy software and next-gen EVs, this episode delivers fast, no-nonsense EV news you need to know.🔗 Check out our channels for more EV content:➡️ BowefamilyEV EVs are Unaffordable : https://youtu.be/VKGA95UiYis⏱️ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro02:35 - Chinese EVs in Canada07:28 - Tesla FSD11:33 - Rivian R2🔑 Keywords Tesla FSD, electric vehicles, Rivian R2, EV news, China EVs, Chinese electric vehicles, Canada EV market, BYD, NIO, Zeekr, Tesla FSD, Tesla Full Self Driving, Tesla subscription, Rivian R2, Rivian EV, EV tariffs, EV trade, global EV market, autonomous driving, EV podcast, EV industry news, Watts in the News#️⃣ Hashtags#Tesla #fsd #rivianr2 #EVNews #electricvehicles #chinaev #Canadianevs #byd #nio #zeekr #teslafsd #Rivian #AutonomousDriving #EVPodcast #FutureOfEVs #chinaevcar

    15 min

  5. JAN 13

    Donut Labs Today, Zeekr Tomorrow: The EV Shift No One Sees Coming!

    On today’s Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we dive into the controversy surrounding the Donut Labs battery and ask the big question everyone is debating: Is it truly solid-state, or is it overhyped marketing bordering on a scam? We break down what solid-state really means, how it compares to current lithium-ion tech from CATL, BYD, and Tesla, and why battery terminology matters more than ever.We also unpack Ford’s announcement that autonomy will arrive with its affordable universal EV platform in 2027, while examining the very real struggles Ford and the broader industry have faced with EV profitability. GM isn’t alone in this pain, reporting a $1.7 billion EV loss last quarter and announcing another $6 billion write-off, while Jeep quietly canceled two plug-in models.At CES, one of the most under-the-radar stories came from Geely, the parent company of Zeekr, Volvo, Polestar, and Lynk & Co. With models like the Zeekr Z, 001, and 7X, plus their “Golden Brick” ultra-fast charging battery, we explore what it would mean if Zeekr begins U.S. production in South Carolina within 24–36 months—and how far behind U.S. automakers may be if current pullbacks continue.🔗 Check out our channels for more EV content:➡️ BowefamilyEV Verge / Donut Labs : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9tfyA2g-kc&t=1s➡️ Two Bit Da Vinci : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8PjlwZVLVE&list=WL&index=4&t=846s➡️ Ford CES : https://www.ces.tech/videos/driving-tomorrow-democratizing-the-future-of-software-defined-vehicle-technology/➡️ Donut Labs : https://youtu.be/Y-aPS2AwMbc?si=yjn5QAM9taHU4IjD➡️ Turn Down For Watt Episode where Ford Pivots :https://youtu.be/PVfCQDafxiQChapters:00:00 - Intro01:55 - Donut Labs Solid State Battery03:00 - Two Bit da Vinci07:30 - Ford at CES 11:40 - Hands off Eyes off L314:30 - Electric Viking18:54 - Wrap up🔑Keywords (comma separated)Donut Labs, Donut Battery, solid state battery, CATL, Tesla, BYD, Ford EVs, GM EV losses, Zeekr, Geely, CES 2026, EV battery technology, Golden Brick battery, fast charging EVs, affordable EV platform, autonomy 2027, 🔥 Hashtags#donutlab #electricvehicles #catl #Tesla #byd #ford #gm #zeekr #geely #ces #evs

    1h 9m

  6. JAN 12

    Watts In The News - Everyone Got Donut Labs & Ford Wrong at CES Here's Why!

    In this episode of Watts In The News, I break down why the latest Donut Labs and Ford announcements from CES may be widely misunderstood. With claims around solid state energy storage, autonomous driving, and comparisons to FSD, Tesla, and NVIDIA, the internet has been quick to label these developments as hype or even scams. YouTubers like Electric Viking have raised serious doubts, while others compare Donut Labs to battery giants like CATL, BYD, and LG — but are those comparisons even valid?I explain why Donut Labs’ technology may not be a traditional solid-state battery at all, but something closer to a carbon-based nano energy storage system — neither a classic SSB nor a supercapacitor. We also unpack Ford’s CES announcement on Level 2 and Level 3 autonomous driving, why it’s being incorrectly compared to Tesla’s FSD and robotaxi ambitions, and what Ford actually intends for its affordable next-gen EV platform launching around 2027.This episode cuts through the noise, explains the technology in plain English, and separates real innovation from unrealistic expectations.🔗 Check out our channels for more EV content:➡️ BowefamilyEV Verge / Donut Labs : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9tfyA2g-kc&t=1s➡️ Two Bit Da Vinci : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8PjlwZVLVE&list=WL&index=4&t=846s➡️ Ford CES : https://www.ces.tech/videos/driving-tomorrow-democratizing-the-future-of-software-defined-vehicle-technology/➡️ Donut Labs : https://youtu.be/Y-aPS2AwMbc?si=yjn5QAM9taHU4IjD➡️ Turn Down For Watt Episode where Ford Pivots :https://youtu.be/PVfCQDafxiQChapters:00:00 - Intro01:55 - Donut Labs Solid State Battery03:00 - Two Bit da Vinci07:30 - Ford at CES 11:40 - Hands off Eyes off L314:30 - Electric Viking18:54 - Wrap upComma-Separated KeywordsDonut Lab solid state battery, Donut Labs solid state, Verge Motorcycles, Verge electric motorcycle, solid state battery breakthrough, EV battery technology, solid state vs lithium ion, EV battery future, BYD battery technology, CATL solid state battery, LG Chem solid state, Samsung SDI battery, Toyota solid state battery, QuantumScape solid state, next generation EV batteries, electric motorcycle technology, EV charging breakthrough, end of gas vehicles, future of EVs, out of spec, Ford autonomous driving, Ford Level 3, CES EV announcements, Tesla FSD, NVIDIA autonomous driving, Electric Viking, CATL battery tech, BYD batteries, LG Chem, solid state EV batteries, carbon nano battery, supercapacitor vs battery, EV misinformation, CES 2026 EV newsHashtags#donutlab #solidstatebattery #tesla #evbattery #electricvehicles #EVTechnology#byd #CATL#LGChem#QuantumScape#FutureOfEVs#ElectricMotorcycles#BatteryBreakthrough#CleanEnergy#outofspec

    20 min

  7. JAN 6

    Clearing the Noise: EV Reality Check and the Road to 2026

    As the new year begins, we take a step back to break down what 2025 revealed about the EV industry, separating real progress from the noise. From infrastructure growth and consumer adoption to policy shifts and market sentiment, this episode looks at where the industry stands today and what lessons the past year made clear.We also touch on the recent headlines surrounding the Ford F-150 Lightning, including discussion around production changes and what that conversation actually means in the context of global EV growth. Rather than focusing on speculation, we explore how these moments shape perception, influence investment, and highlight the importance of long-term planning across vehicles, charging, and grid readiness.Looking ahead, we discuss why 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal build year for the future of the EV industry. From scaling charging infrastructure to improving reliability and user experience, this episode focuses on what it will take to move forward with confidence, collaboration, and sustained momentum.#EVs #EVCharging #CleanTransportation #Infrastructure #FutureOfMobility #EVIndustry #F150Lightning #GlobalEV #2026Outlook

    46 min

  8. 2025-12-24

    The Mystery Man Tracking Every New EV Charging Station In America - Meet Walter from Out of Spec!

    In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we are joined by Walter from  @OutofSpecBITS  and  @thenetworkarchitectchannel for a grounded, nationwide look at the current state of EV charging in America.From reliability and uptime to power availability, site design, and regional gaps, we break down what is working, what still needs improvement, and how real world data is shaping the next phase of charging infrastructure. Walter brings a field level perspective from thousands of miles on the road, while we connect those insights to what developers, utilities, and policymakers are building on the ground.This conversation goes beyond headlines to focus on practical progress, honest challenges, and the collaboration required to build a charging network that communities and drivers can rely on. Whether you are an EV owner, an infrastructure partner, or simply watching the transition unfold, this episode offers a clear snapshot of where the industry stands and where it is headed.#TurnDownForWatt #EVCharging #EVInfrastructure #ElectricVehicles #CleanTransportation #ChargingNetwork #GridReliability #EnergyInfrastructure #TransportationElectrification #EVPolicy #FastCharging #DCFastCharging #EVSE #ChargingReliability #InfrastructureInvestment #EconomicDevelopment #FutureOfMobility #PowerUpAmerica

    51 min
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