Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles

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Kilowatt is a podcast about electric vehicles (EVs) that covers various topics related to EVs, including the latest news and developments, the benefits and challenges of EVs, and the future of transportation. The podcast features interviews with experts in the field and provides in-depth analysis and information about EVs. It aims to educate and inform listeners about the latest trends and innovations in the EV industry.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 17h ago

    NHTSA Would Like a Word

    Kia is offering substantial discounts on the 2026 EV9, including $10,000 in customer cash and even larger discounts at some dealers. CATL unveiled its TECTRANS II commercial vehicle battery platform, designed to make heavy-duty electric trucks easier to integrate while offering up to 621 miles of claimed range, megawatt charging, and a long service life. GM is showing off a new infotainment interface on upcoming gas-powered Sierra and Silverado models that puts Apple CarPlay or Android Auto alongside vehicle controls, raising the possibility that the setup could eventually make its way to GM’s EVs. Tesla has added insurance estimates to its vehicle order page, including a comparison of estimated rates with and without FSD usage. Tesla is also trying to speed up Supercharger construction with its new pre-assembled “Accordion” Supercharger system, which arrives at the site largely wired and ready to unfold into place. Finally, NHTSA has escalated its inquiry into the Cybercab with a Special Order requiring Tesla to explain how the vehicle was certified despite lacking traditional controls such as a steering wheel and pedals. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Publications: Electrek Interesting Engineering InsideEVs Not a Tesla App Teslarati News Links: Kia offers big EV9 discounts with over $15,000 off at some dealers CATL launches 170 Wh/kg battery platform for heavy-duty transport with 621-mile range CATL's New Electric Truck Battery Is Coming For Diesel's Biggest Advantage Tesla Adds Insurance Estimates to Order Page, Highlighting FSD Savings Tesla's new 'Accordion' Supercharger could speed up its slow buildout NHTSA just escalated its Tesla Cybercab investigation in a big way *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    NHTSA Would Like a Word

  2. 4d ago

    Product Review: Snuuzu Model Y Mattress

    Bodie reviews the Snuuzu mattress designed for sleeping in a Tesla, testing the Model Y version for comfort, setup, storage, and everyday usability. The mattress combines an inflatable base with foam and breathable layers, includes a removable USB-C rechargeable pump, and is shaped to make use of the Model Y's available sleeping space. Bodie walks through inflating and deflating the mattress, packing it back into its duffel bag, and the different places it can be stored in the car. He also tests how well the mattress supports the gap created when the rear seats are folded and how comfortable it is across the entire sleeping surface. There are a few compromises, including the slight incline created by the Model Y's folded seats and, more significantly for Arizona summers, the mattress blocking the rear climate vents. At $899 for the mattress or $998 with two pillows, Bodhi discusses who might get enough use out of it to justify the price and why frequent road-trippers and Tesla campers are likely to get the most value from it. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Review Links: Snuuzu — Tesla Camping Mattresses 918Digital YouTube Channel *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Product Review: Snuuzu Model Y Mattress

  3. 5d ago

    Nine Years Later… Tesla to Unveil the Roadster

    Toyota says reports of another Highlander EV delay are incorrect, while Ford sets an ambitious first-year sales target for its upcoming $30,000 Fathom electric pickup. BYD continues the rapid expansion of its ultra-fast charging network in China, and Waymo has accumulated more than 8,300 San Francisco parking tickets since the beginning of 2025. We also look at just how many EV models are currently available in the United States before moving into Tesla news. Tesla’s latest stories include a built-in browser ad blocker, European Semi specifications, Cybertruck and Powerwall home backup support, and a Model 3 taxi that has reached 250,000 miles with relatively little maintenance. Grok may soon gain the ability to send text messages from Tesla vehicles using natural-language requests. Finally, Tesla has set an October 1 event in Waco, Texas, for the next-generation Roadster, nearly nine years after the car was first unveiled. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Friends of the Show: Car Stuff Podcast Steve Sheridan’s YouTube Channel Publications: Electrek InsideEVs Apple News Not a Tesla App Teslarati News Links: Toyota denies it’s delaying the Highlander EV SUV again Update Ford Wants Its $30,000 EV Truck To Do Something Only Tesla Has Done BYD Is Building Its Ultra-Fast Flash Charging Network At A Ferocious Pace Waymo racked up 8,300+ SF parking tickets and nearly $1M in fines Your guide to all 73 EVs on sale in America (plus, everything coming soon) Tesla Adds Built-In Ad Blocker to Browser in Update 2026.32 Tesla Officially Announces Semi for Europe: What’s Different Tesla reveals European Semi specs: 550 km range, 800 kW charging The Tesla Cybertruck Finally Gets A Feature That Was Promised Three Years Ago Tesla’s most delayed Cybertruck feature is finally here This Tesla Model 3 Just Hit 250,000 Miles With Only One Minor Part Failure Tesla to Add Grok Text Messaging Support Tesla Sets October 1 Event for Roadster Reveal, Sends Invites *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Nine Years Later… Tesla to Unveil the Roadster

  4. Sep 9

    Jimmy’s Bait Shop and Discount EV Battery Cells

    Toyota is recalling roughly 10,000 2026 C-HR EVs because a regenerative-braking software issue could lead to a loss of power while driving. Audi is bringing back the A2 name for a compact new EV, with three battery sizes, bidirectional charging, and up to 401 miles of WLTP range, although a U.S. launch doesn't appear to be in the cards. The UK new-car market had an unusually strong August, with battery-electric registrations climbing 27.7% year over year and the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y taking the top two spots among EVs. On the Tesla side, FSD V14 Lite appears to be getting closer for Hardware 3 Model S and Model X owners. Code discovered in Tesla's mobile app also suggests the company is preparing to offer Robotaxi rides as a transportation option for customers having their vehicles serviced. Finally, more code points to Tesla service centers potentially using some non-OEM replacement parts, along with notices telling customers when those parts have been installed. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Publications: Electrek InsideEVs SMMT Not a Tesla App pv magazine News Links: Toyota is recalling about 10,000 C-HR EVs Audi reveals its new entry-level EV with over 400 miles of range starts at about $45,000 The A2 E-Tron Is Audi's Cheapest EV Yet. But It Doesn't Skimp On Range EVs lift August new car market but September is key test Tesla FSD V14 Lite Coming Soon to Model S and Model X Tesla to Offer Robotaxis During Service Instead of Loaners Tesla Service Centers May Start Using Some Non-OEM Parts Sweden could face 150,000 metric tons of end-of-life panels annually *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Jimmy’s Bait Shop and Discount EV Battery Cells

  5. Sep 6

    The Cybercab Event: You Can Ride One, But Not Own One

    Tesla’s Cybercab is now carrying passengers in Austin, and this episode takes a comprehensive look at what Tesla revealed about the purpose-built robotaxi and how it works in the real world. The Cybercab introduces Tesla’s unboxed manufacturing process, reaction-injection-molded body panels, a smaller and lighter drive unit without rare-earth materials, a 48 kWh structural battery pack, electronic brakes, and a camera-only sensor suite. The updated Robotaxi experience lets riders choose between a Cybercab and Model Y, carries preferences between rides, and offers controls through the vehicle’s 22-inch display, the Tesla app, and voice commands. The episode also looks at accessibility, Tesla’s plans for fleet operators and mobility hubs, and the economics of putting privately owned Cybercabs onto the Robotaxi network. Other details include DC-only charging, possible support for game consoles, upcoming Cybercab displays in Asia, and the addition of the vehicle to Tesla’s 3D Supercharger maps. Finally, NHTSA is examining whether a vehicle without a steering wheel, pedals, or side mirrors complies with federal motor vehicle safety standards and whether Tesla should have sought an exemption before putting the Cybercab into commercial service. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Publications: CleanTechnica Not a Tesla App Electrek InsideEVs Teslarati Ars Technica The Verge News Links: Watch Replay of Tesla's Cybercab Event Out of Spec YouTube 10 Facts About The Tesla Cybercab The Tesla Cybercab Has No Brake Lines Or Brake Fluid. Here’s How It Stops Tesla’s new rare-earth-free EV motor is a big deal, but not THAT big a deal Tesla Updates Robotaxi App to Add Support for Cybercab Rides Tesla Robotaxi riders will face the best dilemma when booking a ride Cybercab Joins Tesla's Robotaxi Fleet With Cheaper Fares Tesla Cybercab Can Be Driven Using Just the Screen [VIDEO] Help Us Build Our Robotaxi Network Tesla opens search for Cybercab fleet sales, but FSD owners are still left out Tesla Cybercab is coming to Asia this month as US service officially begins Tesla Adds Cybercab to Its 3D Supercharger Site Maps Forget Charging the Tesla Cybercab at Home, As It Doesn't Support AC Charging Musk: You'll Be Able to Plug Xbox or PlayStation Into Cybercab Tesla’s Cybercab has been deployed, and it’s already under investigation Tesla Cybercab launch catches NHTSA’s attention who wants to know more Tesla Cybercab is barely on the road and it’s already under investigation Tesla Cybercab is already under NHTSA investigation after launch *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Cybercab Event: You Can Ride One, But Not Own One

  6. Sep 3

    Same Profile, If You Squint!

    EV sales are approaching total market dominance in Norway, while China’s July numbers show battery electric vehicles growing even as every other major powertrain category declined. Toyota’s upcoming three-row Highlander EV has reportedly been delayed again, with its launch now expected sometime in 2027 or later. Kia is recalling more than 21,000 EV9s because of an issue with the occupant detection system that could prevent the passenger airbag from deactivating when a child or child seat is in the front seat. The Kia EV3 brings another relatively affordable electric option with up to 321 miles of range, while the Hyundai IONIQ 3 offers a similarly compact EV package for buyers in the UK and Europe. The IONIQ 3 also introduces Hyundai’s Pleos Connect infotainment system, offers up to 308 miles of range, and uses a 400-volt architecture to help keep costs down. Before getting into the news, Bodhi also corrects a point from the previous episode about Tesla’s manual door release and passes along a free virtual EV engineering conference recommended by Neil from Dandy Fun House. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Publications: Charged EVs InsideEVs Electrek CleanTechnica News Links: Dandy Fun House YouTube Charged EVs Virtual Conference — EV Engineering EVs Hit A Record 98.7% Market Share In Norway. These Are The Top Sellers China sales numbers are in: EVs up while everything with an engine collapses Toyota is delaying its 3-row electric SUV again: Here’s when it’s expected to launch now Kia is recalling over 21,000 EV9 SUVs over a faulty airbag issue Kia EV3 To Give Americans A Cheap Electric Car Option Hyundai opens IONIQ 3 EV orders, starting at about $30,000 *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Same Profile, If You Squint!

  7. Aug 31

    EVs, EREVs, and WTFs

    This week, we start with Lucid’s recall of more than 27,000 Air sedans over a low-voltage exterior lighting issue and the software update that addresses the potential fire risk, along with a broader look at how often “park outside” warnings involve gas-powered vehicles. Hyundai is moving further into extended-range EVs, with plans that include the Santa Fe and Genesis models offering more than 600 miles of combined electric and gas range. We also look at Schneider Electric’s approach to home EV charging, which uses dynamic load management as a possible alternative to an expensive electrical panel upgrade. Tesla news includes the end of its in-house vehicle wrap program, the discontinuation of Solar Roof, FSD v14 Lite development for Australia and New Zealand, and a Model 3 range improvement in Europe that comes from new wheels and tires. Tesla Semi is headed toward Europe while the new Nevada factory prepares for an upcoming event, and Cybertruck prices are going up another $5,000. We wrap up with possible additions to Tesla Theater’s streaming options and a recall affecting nearly 3 million Teslas in China over emergency door-release concerns. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Publications: InsideEVs Electrek CleanTechnica Teslarati Not a Tesla App News Links: Lucid Recalls 27,185 Air Sedans Over Fire Risk, Tells Owners To Park Outside Lucid’s ‘fire risk’ recall was for LED lights & already fixed by a July software update Most “Park Outside” Warnings Involve Vehicles With Internal Combustion Engines Hyundai Bets Big On Extended-Range Electric Vehicles Need a panel upgrade for an EV charger? Schneider may have a workaround Tesla ends in-house wrap service that always seemed like a short-term program Tesla’s Solar Roof Is Being Discontinued After 10 Years Tesla Confirms FSD v14 Lite in Development for Australia & New Zealand Tesla Model 3 Gets More Range in Europe Thanks to Just One Improvement Tesla Announces Tesla Semi Event at New Nevada Factory Tesla Officially Confirms Semi Launch in Europe Tesla Raises Cybertruck Prices by $5,000 — Will It Be Discontinued? Tesla Theater might be getting plenty more streaming platforms Tesla recalls nearly 3 million cars in China over door escape risk *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    EVs, EREVs, and WTFs

  8. Aug 26

    A Chat With Seth Cutler, CEO of IONNA

    Bodie sits down with IONNA CEO Seth Cutler to talk about what it takes to build an EV charging network around reliability, customer experience, and the places drivers actually want to stop. Seth explains how lessons from his time at GE, Electrify America, and EV Connect have shaped IONNA's approach, from purpose-built Rechargeries and driver lounges to retail partnerships and the company's upcoming Beacon locations. They discuss the work happening behind the scenes to keep chargers and payment systems working, including IONNA's in-house software, proactive maintenance, and use of AI to identify potential problems before drivers encounter them. Seth also breaks down the differences between Rechargeries, Rechargery Relays, and Beacons, and explains why amenities like bathrooms, food, canopies, and even trash cans are part of the charging experience. The conversation also covers IONNA's rapid growth, its relationships with EV clubs and communities, and the challenge of building a profitable charging business without compromising reliability or the driver experience. Finally, Seth discusses IONNA's internal culture, its "driver first" philosophy and "IONNA Speed," and why he hopes EV charging reliability eventually becomes something nobody needs to talk about anymore. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Guest Links: IONNA IONNA Leadership IONNA on LinkedIn IONNA on X IONNA on Instagram *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    A Chat With Seth Cutler, CEO of IONNA
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Kilowatt is a podcast about electric vehicles (EVs) that covers various topics related to EVs, including the latest news and developments, the benefits and challenges of EVs, and the future of transportation. The podcast features interviews with experts in the field and provides in-depth analysis and information about EVs. It aims to educate and inform listeners about the latest trends and innovations in the EV industry.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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