Electrek 9to5Mac

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 Fred’s week with the Tesla Cybertruck, the Mustang Mach-E Rally, our Chevy Equinox EV first drive, and more.



Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentum, a new brand of lifestyle e-bikes from Giant Group designed to deliver a full range of innovative electric, hybrid and city bikes with premium features, long assist ranges and sensor technologies that offer natural riding experiences that are both energy saving and fun.











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 reassures judge that move to Texas won’t affect Elon’s compensation case



Mexico still believes Tesla Gigafactory is coming despite change of plans



Rehired Tesla Supercharger manager beautifully explains why he came back



Mustang Mach-E Rally first drive: Ford is getting more comfortable with EVs



Chevy Equinox EV first drive: GM may have cracked the code in delivering a quality SUV that’s affordable [Video]



Is the new Cadillac Optiq the entry-level luxury electric SUV we’ve been waiting for?



GM claims its new Chevy Bolt EV will be the most affordable on the market by 2025



Jeep is launching a $25,000 EV in the US ‘very soon’ to revamp the rugged SUV brand



Rivian (RIVN) CEO warns of ‘messy’ Q2, talks R2 and Tesla NACS




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/live/t6NXgl7IJUo

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 Fred's Tesla Cybertruck first driving impressions, Kia EV3, Chevy Silverado EV RST and more.



Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentum, a new brand of lifestyle e-bikes from Giant Group designed to deliver a full range of innovative electric, hybrid and city bikes with premium features, long assist ranges and sensor technologies that offer natural riding experiences that are both energy saving and fun.



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:




Is this the interior of Tesla’s upcoming ‘Robotaxi’?



Elon Musk confirms his threat: give me 25% of Tesla or you don’t get AI and robotics



Tesla ends hiring freeze, but only for one department



Tesla releases update to remove steering wheel nag, shuts down sunglasses loophole



Tesla officially breaks ground at Megafactory in China



Chevy Silverado EV RST first drive: Incredible range and power, but is it worth the hefty price? [Video]



Kia reveals full specs and launch dates of incoming EV3 compact SUV, but will it come to the US?



China threatens tariffs up to 25% on imports in retaliation for EU probe, US tariffs on EVs



Lucid (LCID) cuts US workforce by 6% ahead of Gravity electric SUV launch



Ford slashes 2024 Mustang Mach-E price with new 0% APR offer




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/live/AKPmmWbMzfY

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 getting close to Full Self-Driving, Equinox EV is here, Chinese EVs, 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:




Elon Musk claims Tesla’s next Full Self-Driving update drives ‘5 to 10x more miles per intervention’



Tesla spotted testing prototype with new camera setup



Tesla launches 0.99% financing on Model Y for limited time



Tesla drops Steam gaming support inside its vehicles



Chevy Equinox EV deliveries kick-off with $35,000 model coming soon



Kia unveils the new EV6 with more range, updated features, and a sleek new design



Biden quadruples tariffs on Chinese EVs, up from 25% to 100%



NIO’s new low-cost Onvo L60 EV could boost sales to +20,000 per month




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/live/Q14lQa_ke2U

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.



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:




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):




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjG9L5tuGlY

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:




Apple Podcasts



Spotify



Overcast



Pocket Casts



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 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