Tesla Robotaxi setback, Mercedes-Benz CLA EV, Bollinger is over, 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 a big Tesla Robotaxi setback, the new Mercedes-Benz CLA EV, Bollinger is over, and more.
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The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Elon Musk slashes Tesla Robotaxi fleet goal from 500 to ~60 in Austin
Elon Musk admits other automakers don’t want to license Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’
Tesla announces expected FSD approval date in Europe, regulators deny
Tesla faces class action over Powerwall recall that leaves people with bricked batteries
The Mercedes-Benz CLA EV starts at under $48,000 with impressive driving range
Bollinger Motors is dead again – probably for good this time
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/OsXJ2KY7VYY
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Electricity is the base currency, Tesla Robotaxi crashes, new Porsche Cayenne EV, 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 electricity becoming the base currency, Tesla Robotaxi crashes, the new Porsche Cayenne 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.
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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla Robotaxi had 3 more crashes, now 7 total
Tesla Robotaxi ‘safety driver’ caught sleeping on video
Tesla delays next-gen AI5 chip to mid-2027, Cybercab will launch on AI4 hardware
Waymo expands to three more US cities with test vehicles rolling out immediately
The most powerful Porsche ever is electric: The new 1,139hp Cayenne EV
Meet the Jeep Recon EV: An off-road electric SUV that’s an absolute beast [Images]
Lucid Motors launches Gravity Touring SUV, starting below $80,000 [Video]
Genesis is crashing the luxury party with the GV60 Magma, its first performance EV
Check out Hyundai’s cool new off-road electric SUV concept [Images]
Electricity is about to become the new base currency and China figured it out
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/xJmqdgS1hrg
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Apple CarPlay in Tesla cars, VW on Superchargers, Toyota electric 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 Apple CarPlay possibly coming to Tesla cars, VW getting access to Superchargers, a Toyota electric pickup, 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 is working on Apple CarPlay integration, report says
Tesla recalls over 10,000 Powerwalls in the US after several fires
Tesla Supercharger live availability is now in Google Maps
Volkswagen EVs finally get access to Tesla Superchargers (for real this time)
Waymo expands service map and adds freeway access to three major US cities
Toyota’s first electric pickup is finally here [Images]
Toyota opens the doors to its first EV battery plant in the US, but that’s not all
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/TaYQYgsgsxQ
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Tesla is now Elon's, Xpeng goes AI, Rivian earnings, 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 Tesla is now Elon's after the shareholders' meeting, Xpeng going all-in on AI, Rivian's earnings, 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) shareholders shoot selves in foot, approve Musk $1 trillion payday
Elon Musk says Tesla FSD will allow ‘texting and driving’ in ‘a month or two’
Tesla delays ‘flying’ Roadster demo to April Fools’ Day, production to 2027/28
Tesla launches ‘Multipass’ in more markets for frictionless third-party charging
Tesla updates its electric semi truck design
Xpeng AI Day: new AI model powering robots, robotaxis, and flying cars
Rivian (RIVN) Q3 2025 report: Revenues and deliveries rise, R2 closer than ever, plus a new AI co.
Ford’s electric F-150 Lightning pickup may be all but dead
BMW updates its best-selling EV with more range and power
Toyota teases a new vehicle and it sure looks like an electric truck
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/by3S0W0PWbA
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Tesla's 'flying' Roadster, Elon's pay, new EVs from Japan, 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 'flying' Roadster, Elon's pay package, new EVs unveiled at Japan's mobility show, 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:
Elon Musk says Tesla Roadster ‘flying’ demo is coming
Tesla ‘Robotaxis’ keep crashing despite ‘safety monitors’
Tesla Full Self-Driving v14 disappoints with hallucinations, brake stabbing, and speeding
Tesla signals Cybercab might actually get a steering wheel
Elon Musk is not leaving Tesla, but he is using the threat as blackmail
Canada is rumored to imminently remove tariffs on Chinese electric cars
Lucid’s (LCID) $50,000 midsize EVs will offer ‘mind-off’ Level 4 autonomy
This electric hot hatch is the Subaru STI we deserve
The Toyota Corolla EV is bringing a sharp new look, but that’s just the start [Images]
Kia delays EV4 indefinitely – America loses more choice due to tariffs
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/r4VcGw2y9h0
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.
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