Electrify Weekly

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Welcome to Electrify Weekly, your go-to source for the latest news and insights in the electric vehicle world! Hosted by Dennis Tresca, each episode is packed with up-to-the-minute updates, expert analysis, and engaging discussions on everything EV. Whether you're an industry professional, a green tech enthusiast, or just curious about the future of transportation, Electrify Weekly delivers the information you need in a concise, digestible format. Join us on this electrifying journey as we explore the future of sustainable transportation—one podcast at a time.

Episodes

  1. 08/08/2025

    Electrify Weekly - 8/8/2025

    In this episode of Electrify Weekly, we delve into Vinfast's bold move to expand its footprint in the global EV market with the opening of a new production facility in Tamil Nadu, India. This strategic $2 billion investment aims to produce up to 50,000 electric vehicles annually, positioning Vinfast as a formidable competitor in the rapidly growing Indian market. We also explore Hyundai and GM's collaboration to develop affordable EVs, and Leighton's acquisition of Northvolt's assets, signaling a dynamic shift in battery technology. Join us for these stories and more from the electric vehicle world. Sources related to the episode: VinFast India Factory https://www.ptinews.com/story/national/vietnamese-electric-vehicle-major-vinfast-launches-its-assembly-plant-in-tn-s-thoothukudi/2791648 https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/tamil-nadu-cm-mk-stalin-inaugurates-india-first-vinfast-ev-manufacturing-plant-in-thoothukudi/article69892600.ece https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/vinfast-inaugurates-ev-plant-in-tamil-nadu-eyes-south-asia-export-hub-125080400337_1.html Hyundai and GM Partnership https://cleantechnica.com/2025/08/06/gm-hyundai-disappoint/ https://news.gm.com/home.detail.html/Pages/news/us/en/2025/aug/0806-GM-Hyundai-announce-plans-first-five-co-developed-vehicles.html https://electrek.co/2025/08/07/hyundai-gm-combine-forces-for-lower-priced-vehicles-evs/ Lyten and Northvolt https://electrek.co/2025/08/07/lyten-just-took-over-5b-of-northvolt-battery-empire/ https://www.energy-storage.news/lyten-continues-northvolt-takeover-with-sweden-germany-assets-targets-immediate-restart-of-manufacturing/ https://www.ttnews.com/articles/lyten-raises-fund-northvolt Volkswagen ID.5 Discontinued https://electrek.co/2025/08/06/volkswagen-killing-off-one-of-oldest-suvs-and-this-ev/ https://newmobility.news/2025/08/07/vw-to-kill-off-touareg-and-id-5-to-focus-on-high%E2%80%91volume-models/ Cybertruck Target Practice https://www.stripes.com/branches/air_force/2025-08-07/tesla-cyber-truck-target-practice-18689021.html https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a65625976/us-air-force-tesla-cybertruck-target-practice/ https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-cybertruck-wanted-u-s-air-force-as-targets-munitions-training/ Rivian R2 on Track https://insideevs.com/news/768107/rivian-r2-plant-expansion-complete/ https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/rivian-rivn-q2-revenue-rises-12 https://www.wglt.org/local-news/2025-08-06/us-policy-changes-are-already-impacting-rivians-bottom-line Costco EV Discount https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifCnqJbQCh0 https://insideevs.com/news/768090/costco-ev-deals-cadillac-chevy/ https://www.costcoauto.com/electric-vehicles.aspx

    9 min
  2. 01/07/2025

    Electrify Weekly - 1/6/25

    Buckle up for another electrifying episode of Electrify Weekly! This week, we're diving into a shocking headline: a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas that's raising serious questions about EV security and the potential for terrorism. We'll also explore Ford's extended home charger offer, DHL's self-driving electric vehicles at Heathrow Airport, and a fantastic lease deal on the Fiat 500e. Plus, we'll debunk a common EV myth and take a closer look at why hybrids might be the awkward middle child of the automotive world. Don't miss this charged-up episode of Electrify Weekly! Sources: Tesla Cybertruck Explosion: CBS News Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas investigated as possible act of terrorism - CBS News Ford Extends EV Home Charger Offer: Ford Extends Free Home Charger Program - The EV Report DHL and Oxa Self-Driving EVs: DHL deploys autonomous Oxa Ford in live airport traffic Denver Fiat 500e Deal: Fiat 500e leases for $0 down, $0 a month in Colorado CATL Fire-Resistant Chassis: CATL's Bedrock Chassis Revolutionizes Safety - The EV Report Lithium Americas & GM: Lithium Americas Announces Completion of Thacker Pass Joint Venture with General Motors Chinese EV Tariffs in EU: Tariff Hikes, Emerging Tech, Trade Wars: Outstrategizing the Competition in 2025 | IndustryWeek EV Mythbusters: Union of Concerned Scientists: https://www.ucsusa.org/ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles

    8 min

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Welcome to Electrify Weekly, your go-to source for the latest news and insights in the electric vehicle world! Hosted by Dennis Tresca, each episode is packed with up-to-the-minute updates, expert analysis, and engaging discussions on everything EV. Whether you're an industry professional, a green tech enthusiast, or just curious about the future of transportation, Electrify Weekly delivers the information you need in a concise, digestible format. Join us on this electrifying journey as we explore the future of sustainable transportation—one podcast at a time.