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  • Tesla Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 is a beast, Aptera in danger, and more

    Tesla Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 is a beast, Aptera in danger, and more
    Jan 23 2026
    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 latest Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 being a beast, Aptera in danger, 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 PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsCastroRSS 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 didn’t remove the Robotaxi ‘safety monitor’ – it just moved them to a trailing carTesla cuts standard Autopilot, paywalls basic safety feature behind FSD subscriptionVolvo reveals EX60 SUV, its fastest charging EV yet – and an offroad surpriseFinal form: Porsche’s EVs will now Plug and (plug and) Charge at Tesla SuperchargersHyundai shows off the ultimate EV camper with solar power, a kitchen, and few other goodiesEV battery leader CATL set to launch first sodium-ion batteries in passenger vehiclesThe Volkswagen ID.4 gets a sharp redesign and a new name you’ll recognizeSolar car maker Aptera (SEV) prices $9 million public offering at $2 per share; stock plungesIntroducing Electrek Forums: A new hub for the EV and green energy community 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/61HaA9hkMGA
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    1 ora e 7 min
  • Podcast: Tesla stops selling FSD, Canada and EU to slash Chinese EV tariffs, the battery that could change the world, and more

    Podcast: Tesla stops selling FSD, Canada and EU to slash Chinese EV tariffs, the battery that could change the world, and more
    Jan 16 2026

    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 to stop selling FSD, Canada and EU to slash Chinese EV tariffs, the battery that could change the world, 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:

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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 (TSLA) to stop selling Full Self-Driving package, moves to subscription-only: why it’s a big move
    • Tesla updates 2026 Model Y with new features, launches tiny third row in the US
    • Canada breaks with US, slashes 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs to 6%
    • EU and China are close to deal on electric cars, as Chinese EVs surge even with tariffs in Europe
    • Rivian R2 validation units roll off production line, deliveries to follow ‘soon’
    • Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon
    • This battery is about to change the world in 3 months, or make this guy a fool

    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/7bkk6qDerFU
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    1 ora e 25 min
  • Battery holy grail too good to be true, NVIDIA open sources self-driving, Tesla Model Y 'Standard', and more

    Battery holy grail too good to be true, NVIDIA open sources self-driving, Tesla Model Y 'Standard', and more
    Jan 9 2026
    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 a battery holy grail too good to be true, NVIDIA open sourcing self-driving, Tesla Model Y 'Standard' Long Range, 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 PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsCastroRSS 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 launches ‘Standard’ Model Y Long Range in Europe, and non-Long Range in CanadaTesla’s full 2025 data from Europe is in, and it is a total bloodbathElon Musk’s xAI tells investors it will build AI for Tesla Optimus, amid breach of fiduciary duty lawsuitNvidia unveils open-source AI for autonomous driving, ships in Mercedes-Benz CLA in Q1 2026Elon Musk wishes NVIDIA luck on self-driving, strangely silent on Hyundai’s humanoid robotElon Musk moves goalpost again: admits Tesla needs 10 billion miles for ‘safe unsupervised’ FSDVerge unveils 370-mile electric motorcycle with solid state battery; sounds too good to be true?Ford goes all in on L3 eyes-off driving, starting with the $30,000 EV pickupVolvo’s new 400-mile EX60 is a specs monsterKia reveals three new GT EVs, two sporty electric SUVs and a hot hatch 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/7iQnyeOWDcY
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    1 ora e 5 min
  • Tesla Q4 deliveries, BYD secures BEV crown, Cybercab spotted, and more

    Tesla Q4 deliveries, BYD secures BEV crown, Cybercab spotted, and more
    Jan 2 2026

    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 Q4 deliveries, BYD securing the BEV crown, the Cybercab being spotted, 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:

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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 (TSLA) releases Q4 delivery results: confirms decline in sales is accelerating
    • Elon Musk’s top 5 Tesla predictions for 2025 that didn’t happen
    • Tesla Cybercabs spotted testing, unsurprisingly with steering wheels
    • Tesla releases video of Tesla Semi electric truck charging at impressive 1.2 MW
    • BYD officially crushes Tesla in all-electric sales for 2025, secures global BEV crown
    • Renault Group closes out 2025 with a new EV efficiency record

    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/g3v9ztssbFw
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    53 min
  • Tesla's mission is no longer 'sustainable', VW Buzz lives, and more

    Tesla's mission is no longer 'sustainable', VW Buzz lives, and more
    Dec 26 2025

    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 mission is no longer being 'sustainable', VW Buzz is still alive, 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
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    • Castro
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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 drops ‘sustainable’ from Tesla’s mission as he completes his villain arc
    • Tesla’s Robotaxi project in Austin is much smaller than Musk claims
    • Honda buys out EV battery plant in the US for nearly $3B as it preps for an all-new lineup
    • Watch BYD’s insanely fast EV charger add nearly 250 miles range in 5 minutes [Video]
    • Volkswagen shelves its electric minibus for the US, but not forever

    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/t2U1W27nU7A
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    40 min
  • We bought 2 new EVs, Tesla Robotaxi, Ford's $19B EV charge, and more

    We bought 2 new EVs, Tesla Robotaxi, Ford's $19B EV charge, and more
    Dec 19 2025
    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 Seth and me (Fred) each buying a new EV, Tesla Robotaxi progress, Ford's $19 billion charge on EVs, and much 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 PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsCastroRSS 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: I tested Tesla’s latest ‘mind blowing’ Full Self-Driving v14Tesla reports another Robotaxi crash, even with supervisor as it moves to remove themTesla’s patent applications show slower innovation and shift to AI/autonomous drivingFSD false advertising case: Tesla must stop lying or it can’t sell cars, judge rulesRivian rolls out software update 2025.46, including Universal Hands-Free driving and digital key for Apple and Android usersAnother EV battery swapping company is going bankruptFord reveals next-generation F-150 Lightning EREV, but kills off the EV versionIs the Volkswagen ID.Polo the affordable EV successor it needs?GM considers former Tesla Autopilot head Sterling Anderson as next CEO, report saysWaymo seeks massive $15 billion raise at $100 billion valuation to fuel robotaxi expansion 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/4Jc-1xJ-U10
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    1 ora e 6 min
  • Tesla Optimus fail, Rivian AI/Autonomy day, Mercedes GLB EV, and more

    Tesla Optimus fail, Rivian AI/Autonomy day, Mercedes GLB EV, and more
    Dec 12 2025

    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 a very telling Tesla Optimus fail, Rivian's AI/Autonomy day, Mercedes GLB EV, 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:

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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 Optimus robot takes a suspicious tumble in new demo
    • Tesla US sales drop to under 40,000 units following tax credit expiration, lowest in years
    • Tesla CEO Elon Musk claims driverless Robotaxis coming to Austin in 3 weeks
    • Rivian AI & Autonomy Day: In-house silicon chip, next-gen AI platform, LiDAR for Level 4 self-driving [Video]
    • Subaru’s new electric SUV delivers over 300 miles range and it starts at under $35,000
    • The Mercedes GLB is back as an electric SUV and it’s better in just about every way [Images]
    • Global EV sales jump 21% in 2025 as Europe surges and the US stalls
    • Ford and SK On kill massive $11.4B US battery joint venture, split factories between them

    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/ZM1kpEBNtak
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    1 ora
  • Tesla texting and driving, Trump kills mpg, Aptera update, and more

    Tesla texting and driving, Trump kills mpg, Aptera update, and more
    Dec 5 2025

    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 allowing texting and driving on FSD v14, Trump killing CAFE's MPG standard, an Aptera 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
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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 (TSLA) sales keep crashing in Europe with a single market temporarily saving it
    • Tesla launches ‘Standard’ Model 3 in Europe with aggressive pricing to stop bleeding sales
    • Elon Musk claims Tesla FSD drivers can now text and drive, do police agree?
    • White House unveils plan to raise your fuel costs, despite affordability crisis
    • The Lexus LFA is back, and this time it’s 100% electric
    • Toyota’s $15,000 electric SUV is a hit in China
    • Aptera (SEV) shows off assembly line for solar electric ‘car’, updates on battery and testing

    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/poMA4gH3fys
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    59 min