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This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week, we discussed Tesla finally launching its CCS adapter, Tesla Bot being a possible distraction, Hertz going with GM's EVs, and more.
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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 to 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 launches CCS adapter for $250, enabling drivers to access public chargers
Tesla’s (TSLA) sudden drop in wait times doesn’t mean demand for EVs is dropping
Tesla expands its Full Self-Driving Beta to 60,000 more owners
Tesla sends out invites for AI Day 2, teases Full Self-Driving, Tesla Bot, Dojo, and more
Tesla plans ‘thousands of Humanoid Robots within factories’
Tesla is borrowing Autopilot team for Optimus humanoid robot project
Tesla significantly increases Supercharger prices across Europe
Hertz places massive order of 175,000 electric vehicles with GM
Kia will produce electric vehicles in the US in 2024 to get EV tax credit
Mercedes-Benz unveils its longest-range electric truck yet: eActros LongHaul
Review: 2023 Range Rover’s PHEVs double EV range to 50 miles, ahead of full BEV in 2024

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


https://youtu.be/f7opx4LUFM4

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week, we discussed Tesla Supercharger V4, Tesla FSD Beta 10.69, Ford putting pressure on dealers over EVs, and more.
Sponsored by Recurrent: Get a free Range Score then monitor your EV battery performance with fresh insights each month. US listeners can get started by entering their VIN or license plate!


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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Spotify
Overcast
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Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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’s first Supercharger V4 station with Megapack and solar gives a glimpse at the future
Tesla has access to all the batteries it needs for the first time
Tesla manages to squeeze a lot more energy in a single Megapack
My Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta 10.69 first drive was a fail
Tesla is now facing a class action lawsuit over ‘misleading’ claims about self-driving
Tesla is rumored to host a visit from Canadian minister of industry amid factory talkse
Ford sets new requirements for dealers to sell EVs, including mandatory fast chargers and non-negotiable pricing

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


https://youtu.be/1MF1F_eEVvo

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week, we discussed our VW ID Buzz test drive, the launch of the $30k Chevy Equinox EV, Tesla's potential lithium refinery, 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:

Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
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Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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:

VW ID Buzz test drive: an EV with character and utility
Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup charges electric jet ski while driving
EVs for everyone! GM wants its $30k Chevy Equinox EV to convert all SUV buyers to electric
Rivian and Mercedes-Benz launch a joint venture to produce an electric van
Donald Trump goes on nonsensical rant about electric cars: ‘We need to get rid of them’
Tesla plans a ‘license to print money’ aka lithium refining factory in Texas
Tesla Gigafactory Nevada output revealed by new leadership
Tesla is going to let you vote on Supercharger locations
Tesla ramps up hiring for Megafactory, aiming to produce 40 GWh per year

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


https://youtu.be/3VU67YcJbjI

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week, we discussed a potential Tesla Gigafactory in Quebec?, Toyota changing its tune on EVs (meaning they seem to actually want to build them instead of disparage them), Aptera the hyper aerodynamic solar car reopening investments, 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:

Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
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Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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 looks to hire ‘high volume’ recruiters in Quebec as rumors of a factory ramp up
Tesla visits graphite mine and factory in Quebec
Tesla (TSLA) is facing ‘unprecedented demand’
Tesla ramps up hiring for ‘Semi Service Program’ ahead of first electric truck deliveries
Media goes nuts over Elon Musk calling for more oil and gas, but here’s the full quote
Toyota changes tune on EV demand, triples funding for US battery plant
Electric boat breaks new speed record at 109 mph with Vision Marine’s new outboard motor
Aptera reopens investments to bring its 1,000-mile-range solar electric vehicle to production

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


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4OsZyKvBf0

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week, Tesla launching a cheaper Tesla Model Y in Europe, FSD getting a price hike, new Kia EV9 images, 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:

Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
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Castro
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We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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) launches cheaper Model Y in Europe
Tesla releases new software update with cloud-based driver profiles and a bunch of goodies
Tesla sends cease and desist to billionaire running smear campaign
Tesla FSD 10.69 update rolls out with $3k price hike, but is it worth it?
Elon Musk tells early Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta testers not to complain
Tesla dominates charging experience satisfaction, and that’s a problem now that it’s going public
Tesla is doubling Supercharger design team in Canada, pushing to build more charging stations
Direct-to-satellite Starlink coming to Tesla vehicles, but not in the way you’d expect
Kia teases new EV9 images, its answer to the Rivian R1S with AWD, 3rd row, and more
Ford reopens Mach-e orderbank, pricing, colors, and range updates
Mercedes-Benz rolls first EQS SUVs roll off US assembly line – will it still qualify for tax credits?

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


https://youtu.be/wFmmgNotPvs

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week, we discussed our Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta test, Tesla's first VPP event, Tesla Semi update, 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:

Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Castro
RSS

We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to 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:

We tested Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and it was scary
Elon Musk slows down rollout of Tesla’s next ‘Full Self-Driving Beta’ update
Tesla Semi reservations closed, new details released ahead of launch
Tesla is preparing Supercharger membership for non-Tesla EV owners
Tesla’s virtual power plant had its first event helping the grid – looks like the future
Tesla (TSLA) confirms plan to launch electricity retail business in Texas
Here are the cars eligible for the $7,500 EV tax credit in the Inflation Reduction Act
Dodge shows ‘Banshee’ electric Charger concept – an EV with exhaust?
VW ID Buzz electric van has received over 10,000 orders – almost selling out
Polestar (PSNY) announces its O₂ roadster concept will enter production as the Polestar 6

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


https://youtu.be/1DXOa0Kf-D0