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We gave the Tesla Cybertruck a lot of heat yesterday, and today we're back for more as every single example of the controversial electric pickup built so far has been recalled. Meanwhile a Model 3 is cheaper than a Camry now, Polestar 2 gets an upgrade, and electric flight takes off. All this and more on today's energizing episode of Quick Charge!







I also want to draw attention to yesterday's Quick Charge episode and say that I didn't mean for the call for better signage to be a criticism of the signage at Wrigley Field. As many of you pointed out in the comments, the last thing we need as drivers is more signs and more distractions. That said, I stand by the assertion that big signs build confidence in the ICE-driving normies, but the best answer might be something more nuanced than a 60' EV charging sign.



See? I do pay attention to the comments! (Totally doubling down on that whole "picking on the Cybertruck" thing, though.) Enjoy!



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Tesla recalls over 11,000 Cybertrucks over trim detaching and wiper issue



Mercedes added to NACS ‘coming soon’ page as Tesla slows rollout



The Tesla Model 3 is now cheaper to lease than a Toyota Camry



Rivian is now leasing R1T and R1S EVs in 33 US states



Polestar launches new 2025 Polestar 2 with more range and a sleek style update



CATL battery successfully powers electric plane with 1,800-mile civil aircraft expected



CATL establishes aviation unit as it moves closer to electric airplane development








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On today's electrifying episode of Quick Charge, we check out a number of totaled Teslas, question the legitimacy of "boat mode," and chart the company's declining sales. Meanwhile, NIO is hitting its sales targets, VW is doubling production of its electric van, and I want 60' tall illuminated EV charging signs on highways.







Apps like Chargeway and Tesla's mapping function do a phenomenal job of showing EV infrastructure to the people who need it, but that's not how you build trust among people who aren't yet EV drivers. Check out my rant in the Wrigley Field article, below, then let us know how you think better signage might alter the EV conversation in the comments.



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Elon Musk haters vandalized dozens of Tesla Cybertrucks



This is a totaled Tesla Cybertruck



Tesla Model 3 Long Range costs $3,200 more to finance than last week



Tesla (TSLA) is expected to have tough quarter for deliveries again



NIO (NIO) expected to hit Q2 delivery target after record 20.5K sold in May



Volkswagen wants to double ID.Buzz production as three-row electric van hits the US



Volvo EX30 tops Mini in Europe as low-cost EV’s sales surge in May



Wrigley Field adds EV charging, highlights signage problems








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On this episode of Quick Charge, Hyundai continues to invest in new electric vehicles, this time teasing a $25,000 (ish) compact EV set to debut later this month, along with a new IONIQ model. On the domestic front, Tesla sales are cratering so hard that they're making everyone else's great numbers look bad, Ford is leveling up its self driving software, and China thinks the Europeans are spying on them.







We've got everything from controversial Masts (what do you call "tweets" on Mastodon?), wild claims from Chinese and European carmakers, and even a callback to a classic episode of John Boy and Billy radio – let us know what you think!



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Hyundai is launching two new electric cars in Europe, a low-cost EV and new IONIQ model



Drastic price cuts boost EV registrations in April as Toyota, Ford, Rivian lead growth



CEO says Ford is ‘getting close’ to Level 3 autonomous driving that enables ‘hands and eyes off’



Chinese ministry says EU’s anti-subsidy EV probe made spy-like levels of ‘unreasonable demands’



NIO confident its affordable Firefly EVs will still be competitive despite EU tariffs



BYD hits a major milestone as its Yuan brand crosses 1 million in sales



This UK wind monopile factory will create 2,000+ jobs, become world’s largest








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on this special Juneteenth edition of Quick Charge: Rivian and Ford are chasing Pike's Peak glory with their own takes on the best way to get a 1000+ hp electric truck up the mountain. Meanwhile, it's Ford vs. Ferrari again in terms of who has the most attractive price for their prancing horse, Chinese car brands want a trade war, and Shell has an ultra-fast megawatt charging solution good for both land AND sea!







That featured image was from last year's Pike's Peak run, where the Rivian composed itself well and Ford's 1400 hp Supervan placed second. Via PPIHC.



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Ferrari is preparing to launch its first EV sports car, but it will come with a hefty price tag



Rivian will race the new 1,025hp Ascend Quad Max R1T at Pike’s Peak this week



Ford pulls sheet off the F-150 ‘SuperTruck’ it will race up Pikes Peak, complete with 1,400 hp



Watch this 1400 hp Ford electric van shatter Bathurst track records



Ford Mach-E EV lease prices drop below gas-powered Mustang with new discounts



EV made easy: electric F-150 $200 cheaper to lease than gas version



Trade wars escalate as Chinese automakers request retaliatory tariffs on cars imported from EU



Shell opens first megawatt EV charging station for land AND sea








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On today's Quick Charge, it's a tale of two CEOs – one getting a $56 billion payday while the other one pulls the plug on his namesake company for the third time. Also: the Honda Ridgeline is the most American pickup you can buy, Jeep's new EV is already getting a price cut, Hyundai's building IONIQ 5s in Georgia, eVTOLs, and all the federal EV incentives you can get.







See if you can spot that bald eagle cry every time we talk about American-made Honda pickups, and let us know what you think a kilometer is in the comments. (PS: don't click on that)



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Elon’s new deal, Kia EV rebates, NIO solid state batteries, and Volvo at Le Mans



The time has come: Fisker has filed for bankruptcy



Tesla Model 3 Long Range gets access to federal tax credit, now starts at $40,000



Tesla Model Y tops list of most American-made cars



Jeep Wagoneer S all-electric SUV to launch with a $7,500 lease discount



Hyundai to launch updated 2025 IONIQ 5 as first EV at its new GA plant: Here’s what to expect



Here’s every electric vehicle that currently qualifies for the US federal tax credit in 2024



Archer Aviation signs landmark deal to operate eVTOL air taxis out of airports around the US








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Elon did enough to convince shareholders he deserved his multi billion dollar payout, but can he convince Delaware courts? Meanwhile, Hyundai and Kia invest in North American manufacturing, NIO is ramping up production of its 650 mile solid-state EV, and Volvo got a big win at Le Mans. All this and more on today's episode of Quick Charge!







Also interesting: it turns out, most of you don't know who Max Headroom is/was! Max was a fictional 1980s-era "AI" that was known for bizarre, clipped audio and broken, jerky animations of his head and face ... sort of like how yours truly looks in these videos!



What can I say about the '80s, kids? You had to be there.



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Tesla asks parties in Musk compensation case to interpret shareholders’ ratification



Tesla Cybertruck deliveries halted amid problem with giant windshield wiper



Elon Musk claims that Tesla’s always ‘coming next year’ Roadster can fly



Kia to build $30,000 EV3 in Mexico, unlocking US EV tax credit



Hyundai says EVs are ‘top priority’ in the US with massive $7.6B Metaplant opening soon



NIO’s semi-solid state EV battery supplier ramps output as 621-mi range ET7 rolls out



Volvo wins at Le Mans – electric semi debunks range myths ahead of 24h



Sunbelt Rentals adds electric skid steer to its California lineup








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