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A weekly podcast tracking the transition from fossil fuel transportation to electric and the surrounding clean ecosystems. Hosted by Electrek’s Frederic Lambert and Seth Weintraub.

6 DAYS AGO

Trump victory's impact on EV market, TSLA surges, new Ioniq 5, and more

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss how Trump's victory will impact the EV market, TSLA surging, the new Ioniq 5 being a great deal, and more. Sponsored by ALSET Auto: North America’s leader in paint protection and restyling; offering colored wraps, paint protection, window tint, ceramic coatings and more, exclusively on EVs. 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 (TSLA) valuation surges to equal next 10 biggest automakers over Trump/Musk relationship Tesla launches Cybertruck leases stating at $999 to boost demand Rivian (RIVN) hits a road bump in third-quarter earnings, but things are looking up from here Lucid (LCID) has funding for ‘well into 2026’ after Gravity SUV launch, record Q3 Hyundai’s upgraded 2025 IONIQ 5 starts at under $44,000 with more range and an NACS port Volvo confirms its best-selling EX30 electric SUV will arrive in the US before the end of 2024 LG Energy Solution to provide Rivian 4695 cylindrical batteries produced in the US for the R2 Used electric car deals are coming as lease returns expected to surge Aptera co-CEO hints at a return to crowdfunding as $60M raise with US Capital Global falters 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/QjYyfCm3K7E

1h 3m
1 NOV

Tesla self-driving roadmap, Lucid Gravity, F150 Lightning production pause, and more

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss an update to Tesla's self-driving roadmap, Lucid Gravity orders, F150 Lightning production pause, and more Sponsored by ALSET Auto: North America’s leader in paint protection and restyling; offering colored wraps, paint protection, window tint, ceramic coatings and more, exclusively on EVs. 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 gives update on self-driving roadmap, v13 slips, more promises Tesla self-driving test driver: ‘you’re running on adrenaline the entire eight-hour shift’ Tesla launches new Powerwall 3 expansion units that slash installation times Tesla releases rare blog post and it’s an interesting one: Standardizing Auto Connectivity Lucid Gravity orders set to begin next week with two trims, one priced below $80,000 Ford is shutting down F-150 Lightning production for nearly two months: Here’s why Polestar EVs are now able to use the Tesla Supercharger network Polestar (PSNY) hits major milestone delivering its first US-made Polestar 3 electric SUV\ Volkswagen warns mass layoffs, historic plant closures are coming Aptera completes low-speed drive in its first production-intent solar electric vehicle [Video] 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/XePwRZ9sw8Q

1h 19m
25 OCT

Tesla earnings, Scout EV launch, solid-state is coming, and more

In 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's earnings and all the news that came out of it, the launch of VW's Scout EV, solid-state batteries finally coming, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 50% during BLUETTI's Halloween Sale now through October 31. Learn more here. Sponsored by ALSET Auto: North America’s leader in paint protection and restyling; offering colored wraps, paint protection, window tint, ceramic coatings and more, exclusively on EVs. 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 (TSLA) releases Q3 2024 results: misses on revenue but jumps on margins Tesla (TSLA) predicts a record Q4, stock jumps 8% Tesla’s profits are now coming from things Elon Musk said he wouldn’t do Tesla reiterates affordable models coming in 1H 2025, but with no new details Tesla has produced its 7 millionth electric car Elon Musk finally admits Tesla’s HW3 might not support full self-driving Elon Musk just said some wild things about Tesla’s self-driving rollout Musk waffles about Tesla Roadster 2025 production – ‘close to’ finalizing design Tesla’s energy storage business is booming, but solar is gone New Tesla Model Y vehicles with design refresh spotted in China Tesla unveils Oasis: a new Supercharger concept with its own solar farm and Megapacks Tesla delays Cybertruck’s range extender, reduces its range Scout EVs have arrived and are available for pre-order with 500+ mile range, but there’s a catch The $35,000 Chevy Equinox EV is finally here QuantumScape begins low-volume production of first B-sample solid-state cells for OEM testing The electric Dodge Charger will hit the road with Factorial’s solid-state EV batteries in 2026 Waymo secures $5.6 billion in new funding before expanding robotaxis to new cities in 2025 Selling ever more EVs, Xiaomi ramps up factory expansion Ford CEO doesn’t want to give up this Chinese EV he’s been driving for months 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/0ENI5TVz-Ts

1h 27m
18 OCT

Tesla's FSD problem, Cybertruck backlog, GMC Sierra EV pickup, and more

In 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's FSD problem, Cybertruck backlog disappearing, GMC's new Sierra EV pickup, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems, including its new Handsfree all-in-one portable power station backpacks. Learn more here. Sponsored by ALSET Auto: North America’s leader in paint protection and restyling; offering colored wraps, paint protection, window tint, ceramic coatings and more, exclusively on EVs. 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 needs to come clean about HW3 before the word ‘fraud’ comes out Fatal Tesla crash with Full-Self-Driving (Supervised) triggers NHTSA investigation Tesla trademarks ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’ Tesla’s Cybertruck backlog is depleted – can now be ordered without reservation Tesla gives an update on Powershare: Cybertruck powering your house Elon Musk elevates his chief of staff who was in hot water at Tesla amid leadership shake-up Tesla releases closer look at its upcoming wireless EV charger DHL tests Tesla Semi and confirms the electric truck’s impressive performance GMC quietly reveals 2025 Sierra EV Denali with $10,000 lower price [update] Rivian halloween surprise update goes Back to the Future, Knight Rider, more Here’s why Lucid’s (LCID) stock is crashing today BYD officially launches new Seal 06 GT starting for under $20,000 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/yzpIUoPDyhA

1h 8m
11 OCT

Tesla's Cybercab & Robovan unveiling, Lucid deliveries, Rivian supply issue, and more

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's Cybercab and Robovan unveilings, Lucid deliveries, Rivian supply issue, and more Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 57% during BLUETTI's Member's Day Sale. Learn more here. Sponsored by ALSET Auto: North America’s leader in paint protection and restyling; offering colored wraps, paint protection, window tint, ceramic coatings and more, exclusively on EVs. 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 unveils Cybercab: a $30,000 electric robotaxi coming in the next 2 years Tesla unveils Robovan, a 20-seat autonomous passenger/cargo van Tesla (TSLA) goes back to 0% financing but forces you to buy ‘Full Self-Driving The 2025 Chevy Silverado EV LT is finally coming with over 400 miles range, starting at $75,195 Lucid (LCID) breaks delivery record again in Q3 as hefty discounts pile up BMW surges past European rivals as EV sales top 100,000 in Q3 Here’s why Rivian (RIVN) is cutting its EV production goal for 2024 XPeng (XPEV) unveils P7+ sedan as ‘world’s first AI car,’ initial deliveries to begin in November 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/Hxyd6aZd6Ug

52 min
4 OCT

Tesla Cybertruck gets cheaper, EV delivery results for Tesla, Ford, GM, Rivian, and more

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 Cybertruck getting cheaper, EV delivery results for Tesla, Ford, GM, Rivian, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power stations, solar generators, and energy storage systems. For a limited time, save up to 50% during Amazon Fall Prime Day. 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 starts taking configurations of $79k non-Foundation Cybertrucks Tesla (TSLA) releases Q3 deliveries: just shy of expectations Tesla reveals how many Cybertrucks it produced through yet another recall Tesla cancels its cheapest electric car Tesla shares impressive data point about its Supercharger network Elon Musk celebrates winning lawsuit over Tesla self-driving claims with embarrassing defense Tesla loses its long-time Chief Information Officer Ford officially overthrown by GM in Q3 electric vehicle sales in the US Rivian (RIVN) stock falls after cutting EV production plans, Q3 deliveries slip Hyundai’s new US-made IONIQ 5 is getting the Waymo robotaxi treatment 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/4_C6EHP2pzE

54 min
27 SEPT

Tesla FSD v12.5 review, new Tesla prototype, 2025 Chevy Blazer EV and Audi Q6

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 our first drives in Tesla FSD v12.5, a new Tesla prototype, 2025 Chevy Blazer EV and Audi Q6, 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 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 Full Self-Driving v12.5 first impression: more natural but still dangerous New camouflage Tesla prototype spotted, is it the new cheaper EV? Tesla sends out invites to Robotaxi unveiling: ‘we, robot’ Tesla (TSLA) sees higher expectations from Wall Street ahead of delivery results Sony Honda Mobility’s AFEELA announces deal with Tesla to adopt NACS, and bring it to Japan KIA shares a timeline for rolling out free NACS adapters to new EV6 and EV9 owners 2025 Chevy Blazer EV launches with more range and a lower starting price Audi unveils pricing and specs for 2025 Q6 e-tron, featuring new range-leading RWD model 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://youtube.com/live/zR7TbP2MP2s

56 min
20 SEPT

Alpitronic interview, Tesla Semi update, GM goes NACS, and more

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we interview Alpitronic CEO Mike Doucleff, we discuss a Tesla Semi update, GM going NACS, 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 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: A Tesla Semi has already traveled 250,000 miles: here’s what we learned about the electric truck Tesla (TSLA) rises on deliveries in China, but can it save its Q3? Tesla is pulling heavy financing weaponry in end-of-quarter push Russian warlord claims Tesla Cybertruck used in combat was remotely disabled by Elon Musk Your electric car will fall apart before its battery pack does, study finds BYD’s $10,000 Seagull EV was the top-selling car in China last month Volkswagen to halt ID.4 production in the US following nearly 100,000 vehicle recall GM releases its approved NACS adapter, giving its drivers access to Tesla’s charging network There are now more electric cars than gas cars on Norway’s roads 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/EHXEjTMvetQ

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A weekly podcast tracking the transition from fossil fuel transportation to electric and the surrounding clean ecosystems. Hosted by Electrek’s Frederic Lambert and Seth Weintraub.