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EV Geek Podcast
by EV Geek Studios
Welcome to the EV Geek Podcast where we talk about all things electric vehicles! From EV ownership, charging, road tripping to EV sales, service, infrastructure, renewable energy and breaking news! If it’s about electric vehicles, we will talk about it...pros and cons!! Feel free to submit show ideas to [email protected]. We want to hear from you about things that interest you in the EV world!Help support and grow our podcast! Become an EV Geek Patreon member at www.patreon.com/evgeekFollow The EV Geek on social media!X: @theEVgeekYouTube: The EV GeekTik-Tok: @ev.geek
Episodes
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VW Is Limiting 22,000+ ID.4s to 80% Charge! Battery Fire Recall Explained
🚨 Volkswagen is remotely limiting the charging capacity of more than 22,000 ID.4 electric SUVs in the US—and a potential battery fire risk is at the center of it all. Welcome to EV Geek Studios' Mini Charge! In this episode, Joel breaks down Volkswagen's latest recall affecting select 2023–2026...
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Tesla’s INSANE New Roadster: Rocket Thrusters, 0–60 in Under 1 Second & a $250K Gamble?!
🚀 Tesla’s new Roadster is back, and the claims are absolutely wild! Tesla’s next-generation Roadster promises performance that sounds like science fiction: a claimed 0–60 mph time of under one second, SpaceX-inspired cold gas thrusters, an onboard compressed-air system, and a projected driving...
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EV Charging Hits 80,000 Ports… BUT There’s a Catch | The Friday Charge Ep 107
EV Charging Hits a Major Milestone, Ford's New Electric Truck Waitlist Opens, and the VW ID.Buzz Could Be Making a Comeback! It's another big week in the EV world! America's fast-charging network has officially surpassed 80,000 ports, Ford is preparing for its upcoming affordable electric pickup,...
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EV Sales Are BACK?! Toyota Surges, Rivian Jumps & Tesla Still Dominates | Q3 2026
The U.S. EV market is changing fast! ⚡ After a turbulent year, electric vehicle sales bounced back in Q3 2026—but the winners and losers might surprise you. In this episode of Shift & Signal, we break down the latest Cox Automotive and Kelley Blue Book data to uncover what's really happening in...
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Volkswagen Just REPLACED the ID.4! Meet the NEW ID. Tiguan EV
Volkswagen is replacing the ID.4 with an all-new electric SUV, and it brings back one of VW’s most recognizable names: the ID. Tiguan! 🚙⚡ In this episode of EV Geek Studios, we break down the new design, upgraded interior, physical buttons, battery options, driving range, performance, and what...
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Tesla’s NEW Feature Could Cost You $25,000! | The Friday Charge Ep 106
Tesla’s new Emergency Drive Away feature could lead to $25,000 in repairs, Jaguar unveils its wild new Type 01 EV, and the Model 3 and Model Y are getting some big updates! On this episode of EV Geek Studios, we break down the latest EV news: Tesla Emergency Drive Away: Drive away from a...
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Lucid’s Production Plunges 38% — What’s Really Going On?
Lucid just slashed Q3 production by 38% — but there's more to the story. In this episode, we break down Lucid's Q3 2026 production and delivery numbers, its $1.38 billion inventory problem, the company's strategy under new CEO Silvio Napoli, and why the upcoming Cosmos could be critical to…
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Rivian R2 Is Taking Off! Record Deliveries & a HUGE EV Surge
Rivian just delivered a record-breaking Q3 2026, with 19,248 vehicles delivered—a 46% increase year-over-year and well above Wall Street expectations. So why did RIVN stock drop after the news? In this Mini Charge, we break down Rivian’s record deliveries, the rapid production ramp of the Rivian...
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BMW's New i3 Gets 440 Miles of Range for $62K! | The Friday Charge Ep 105
BMW just opened U.S. orders for the NEW i3 Sedan—and it brings an impressive 440 miles of EPA range starting at $62,850! This week we're also talking about: ⚡ EVgo's upcoming 750kW chargers 🇨🇳 Hyundai's $15,000 Ioniq V 🚐 VW ID.Buzz delayed until 2028 🔋 Tesla Model 3 gets V2L in China 🚗 And...
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Tesla Has a New Challenger… Hyundai Just Took #2 in EV Sales!
Tesla still dominates U.S. EV sales, but the battle for second place is changing. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has become the top-selling non-Tesla EV, with sales up 9% in 2026. We break down the numbers, why the IONIQ 5 is gaining ground, and whether Rivian R2 and other new EVs can challenge Hyundai
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GM Just CONFUSED Everyone About Apple CarPlay… AGAIN!
GM is making cheaper EV batteries, Bentley just unveiled an absolutely ridiculous electric SUV, and GM’s Apple CarPlay situation is somehow even more confusing than it was last week. In today’s episode of The Friday Charge, we cover: GM Is Making Cheaper Batteries GM is now putting recycled…
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Geely Just BROKE EV Charging! 2.2 MW = 4-Minute Charging?!
Geely is teasing a massive 2.2-megawatt EV charging system that could potentially charge a compatible EV in just four minutes! In today's Mini Charge, we break down Geely's new charging technology, how it compares to BYD's megawatt charging systems, and what it means for battery health, thermal...
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Hyundai CEO WARNS: Chinese EVs Could Flood the U.S. Market!
Hyundai’s CEO is warning that Chinese EVs could put major pressure on the U.S. market. 🇨🇳⚡ In this Mini Charge, we look at what’s happening in the UK and Europe, the U.S. tariff wall, Trump’s comments on Chinese automakers, and how Ford and Hyundai are preparing for the next wave of affordable…
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FORD FIRES BACK at the U.S. Government! What’s REALLY Going On With China? | The Friday Charge Ep 103
Ford is firing back at the U.S. Department of Transportation, IONNA is rapidly expanding its EV charging network, and Tesla’s Cybercab is facing some serious regulatory questions from NHTSA! In this episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian cover: 🚨 Ford vs. the DOT and the CATL…
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GM Reverses Course - Carplay is Back??
General Motors has officially blinked in the great dashboard software war. After announcing a highly controversial ban on Apple CarPlay and Android Auto back in 2023, GM has entirely reversed course. Today, they revealed a brand-new infotainment UI debuting on the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 and…
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TESLA ROADSTER IS FINALLY HAPPENING! October 1 Reveal Changes EVERYTHING
The Tesla Roadster is FINALLY back — and Tesla just gave us a date. 🚀 After nearly 9 YEARS of waiting, Tesla has officially teased an October 1 reveal for the next-generation Roadster. But this isn't just another Roadster update. Tesla's latest teaser says "Go for launch", immediately bringing...
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EV Sales Are Down… So Why Are Americans MORE Interested? | The Friday Charge Ep 102
Americans might finally be changing their minds about electric vehicles. ⚡🚗 Despite EV market share being down this year, the latest HERE-SBD EV Index reveals something surprising: 53% of surveyed drivers say they are more open to buying an EV than they were a year ago. In this episode of The...
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Tesla Cybercab Is HERE… And Regulators Are Already Asking Questions
Tesla’s Cybercab is finally here—and the reaction is anything but simple. After nearly a decade of promises about a fully autonomous Tesla without a steering wheel, pedals, or expensive LiDAR sensors, Cybercab is now carrying real passengers in Austin. But while Tesla is pushing toward a future…
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Can Ford Actually Sell 100,000 Fathoms in Year One? | The Friday Charge Ep101
Ford reportedly has massive goals for its upcoming electric truck, the Ford Fathom. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Ford has set a target of producing and selling 100,000 units of the Fathom in its very first year. If they achieve this, the Fathom would become the first…
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Europe Is Buying EVs Like CRAZY… America Is Doing the OPPOSITE
Global EV sales are telling two VERY different stories in 2026. 🌎⚡ While Europe’s EV sales surged 33% in July, North America went in the opposite direction, with EV sales falling 27%. And that’s just the beginning. In this episode of The Mini Charge from EV Geek Studios, Joel breaks down the...
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Walmart Is Taking Over EV Charging in America! 100 Stations & Counting!
Walmart just hit a HUGE milestone in the EV world—and this could be the beginning of something much bigger. The retail giant has officially opened its 100th Walmart EV charging location, with 400kW chargers and at least 8 charging plugs at each site. But 100 locations is just the beginning.…
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Polestar Banned in America? The Bizarre US Government Crackdown Explained
Polestar has effectively been kicked out of the U.S. market—and the reason why is raising some serious questions. Starting with model year 2027, Polestar has been denied authorization to sell its EVs in the United States under the federal government's new Connected Vehicle Rule. That means no new...
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$30K EVs Are FINALLY Here! The Cheapest Electric Cars in America
Vs under $30,000 are finally becoming a reality — and the next few years could completely change the electric car market. From the redesigned Chevy Bolt and Nissan Leaf to the upcoming Slate Truck, Kia EV3, and Ford Fathom, there are more affordable EVs coming than ever before. In this episode of...
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Genesis Just Unveiled Its CRAZIEST EV Yet… Meet the GV90! | The Friday Charge EP99
Genesis has finally pulled the wraps off its all-new GV90, but that's just the beginning of this week's EV news. The GV90 is a massive electric luxury SUV packed with features that sound like they came straight from a concept car—including coach doors, no B-pillar, 657 horsepower, rear-wheel...
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Tesla, Walmart & IONNA Are Fighting Over Your EV Charging Dollars
EV Fast Charging Is Getting CRAZY Expensive — The DC Fast Charging Price War Explained! EV charging was supposed to be one of the biggest advantages of owning an electric vehicle. Charge at home overnight and you can drive hundreds of miles for a fraction of the cost of gasoline. But hit the...
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2027 Toyota bZ Pricing Released! 314-Mile Range for Under $38K?
Toyota just dropped official pricing and specs for the 2027 Toyota bZ—and they’re holding the price line to defend their massive sales momentum. Starting at 34,980(36,576 with destination), the bZ is making a serious play against the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and Kia EV3. In this episode…
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Rivian’s 2027 R1 Changes Are HUGE… But There’s a Catch | The Friday Charge EP 98
Rivian just made some BIG changes to the R1 lineup for 2027—and one of them has R1S owners celebrating. After years of requests, 2nd-row captain’s chairs are FINALLY coming to the Rivian R1S! And there’s more than just a new seating option. In this episode, we break down everything changing for…
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2027 Kia EV3: UNDER $30K + 321 Miles Range! (Full Price & Trim Breakdown)
The official US pricing and EPA range figures for the 2027 Kia EV3 are finally revealed—and it’s even cheaper than expected! Starting under $30,000 with up to 321 miles of range, native Tesla NACS charging, and available AWD, the EV3 might just be the most important affordable EV of the year. In...
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Did Audi Just Crush Porsche's Best EV? (2027 Q6 e-tron Range Shock)
The EPA said 301 miles... real-world testing said 337! 🚗⚡ In this episode, we break down why the 2027 Audi Q6 e-tron is destroying official range and efficiency estimates—and how it managed to beat its expensive platform-twin, the Porsche Macan EV. We look under the sheet metal to analyze Audi's...
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Ford Just Shocked Everyone With a $28,350 Electric Pickup! The Friday Charge Ep 97
Ford has officially revealed the name of its upcoming affordable electric pickup—and it's called the Ford Fathom. More importantly, Ford has also given us our first look at pricing, and it could shake up the entire EV truck market. With a starting price of just $28,350 (before destination), the...
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Volvo's Bold Move: The New EX50 Crossover
Volvo’s next electric SUV is coming to dethrone the Tesla Model Y—and it’s starting under $50,000! Built on Volvo's brand-new software-defined SPA3 platform, the upcoming EX50 delivers 800V ultra-fast charging, over 300 miles of range, and a roomier interior for thousands less than the outgoing...
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Audi’s Efficiency Breakthrough — The All-New A2 e-tron!
Audi just dropped preliminary specs for its cheapest EV yet—the all-new A2 e-tron—and it’s officially the most efficient Audi in the history of the brand! In this episode, we break down how Audi managed to extract an incredible 12.8 kWh per 100 km (4.85 miles per kWh) and up to 403 miles of WLTP...
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Mercedes GLA EV, Volvo Drops LiDAR & Rivian R2 Results | The Friday Charge Ep 96
This week on The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian break down the biggest EV stories making headlines! ⚡ This week's topics include: Mercedes officially unveils the all-new GLA EV with 800V architecture, up to 320kW charging, and an impressive claimed range. Volvo drops LiDAR from the EX90 and...
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Kia's 2027 Software Revolution: Inside Pleos Connect
Hyundai Motor Group is officially overhauling its digital cabin. Starting in 2027, Kia vehicles will begin featuring Pleos Connect—a brand-new, Android-based infotainment platform designed to power the next generation of software-defined electric vehicles. In today’s episode, we break down what...
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BMW's 50,000-Unit Gamble Just Paid Off!
BMW has officially built its 50,000th Neue Klasse iX3 electric SUV at its new Debrecen plant in Hungary—marking the fastest production ramp-up in BMW Group history. Join us for a full breakdown of the flagship iX3 50 xDrive and the newly announced entry-level iX3 40. We discuss battery…
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Ford Picks Apple, Subaru Delays Again & GM Finally Gets It Right | The Friday Charge EP75
This week's topics include: 🔹 Ford chooses Apple Maps as the native navigation system for its next-generation UEV platform, complete with EV route planning, battery preconditioning, and BlueCruise integration. 🔹 Subaru officially delays its upcoming three-row Getaway EV following Toyota's...
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Toyota’s Next-Gen Corolla EV Has A Huge Problem.
The world's best-selling car is finally going electric, but Toyota is facing an uphill battle it didn't see coming. A rare behind-the-scenes look inside Toyota’s R&D center revealed prototype footage of the upcoming Toyota Corolla EV, alongside candid admissions from top leadership that the…
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GM Hits the Brakes: No New EVs for Chevy & Cadillac?
In a massive strategy shift, General Motors is pivoting back to gas-powered vehicles. Following their latest earnings report, GM revealed that Chevy and Cadillac essentially have zero new or redesigned electric models planned for the next several years—focusing instead on updated gas engines and...
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Honda Ends ALL EVs, Hyundai Makes Strides (and gets cheaper!) The Friday Charge EP94
In this episode of The Friday Charge, we're breaking down the biggest electric vehicle stories of the week, including: 🔋 This Week's EV Headlines: Honda confirms the end of the Prologue after the 2026 model year Why Honda is betting big on hybrids instead of EVs Hyundai drops the price of the…
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California Just Launched a New $3,500 EV Discount
California just signed a brand-new $3,500 instant EV rebate into law called "MyFirstEV" (SB 168)—but there is a massive catch hidden in the fine print. While the new program is designed to help first-time buyers go electric with an on-the-hood, point-of-sale discount, a highly specific...
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The State (and Future) of EV Adoption with Chris Bowe
Are electric vehicles actually dying, or are we just looking at the ultimate market correction? In this episode, we are breaking down the official Q2 2026 EV sales data from Cox Automotive to separate the mainstream media narratives from what’s actually happening on dealership lots. With EV…
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The Tesla Model Y L is Here! The Friday Charge EP93
This week on The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian break down the biggest EV news stories you need to know! Tesla officially unveils the long-awaited Model Y L in the U.S. with six seats, a longer wheelbase, and a premium Launch Edition—but is it worth the price? We also discuss massive Polestar...
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Walmart is Quietly Building America’s Best EV Charging Network
Think Tesla owns the charging game? Think again. Walmart just doubled its ultra-fast charging network in 60 days, and they’re solving the biggest problem in EV ownership. Here’s how the retail giant is leaving traditional networks in the dust.
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Tesla HW3 Gets FSD Lite, Cybertruck Problems Grow & BMW Fires Back | The Friday Charge EP92
Join Joel and Sebastian for The Friday Charge EP92 as we break down the biggest EV news of the week! We discuss Tesla's new FSD Lite rollout for HW3 vehicles, BMW's impressive new iX5 with 435 miles of estimated range and 460kW charging, Electrify America's expanding NACS rollout, Jeep's pricey…
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BMW Flexes on the Competition: The Neue Klasse iX5 Has Arrived
The premium electric SUV segment just got a massive wake-up call. On today's episode, we are diving deep into the massive news out of Munich: the official debut of the first-ever, all-electric 2027 BMW iX5 xDrive60. This isn't a minor refresh. Built on BMW’s dedicated "Neue Klasse" architecture,...
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The Cheapest EV In America! The Friday Charge EP91
In this episode of The Friday Charge... - Slate announces pricing - The Polestar is dead.....in the U.S. - Lucid layoffs - Tesla new Supercharger contest - EA going BIG on charging
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Ford Just Abandoned The Mustang Mach-E.
Ford just dropped a absolute bombshell regarding the future of the Mustang Mach-E. Tucked away in a corporate Q&A, Ford officially confirmed that its highly anticipated, ultra-efficient "Universal EV" (UEV) platform will NOT be used for the Mach-E. In this episode, we unpack why Ford CEO Jim…
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Ford's LFP Cells, Porsche "Updates" The Taycan, and BMW Is On A Roll! The Friday Charge EP90
On this episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss: -Ford Begins Production of their US LFP Cells -Porsche "Updates" the Taycan for 2027 -BMW is on a ROLL! - Telo Makes Big Claims -Cybercab Specs are Out! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at...
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Rivian Quietly Retires the Dual Standard R1T & R1S—Here’s What’s Next
If you logged onto Rivian’s configurator today, you’re in for a massive piece of sticker shock. Overnight—and without a single press release—Rivian quietly discontinued the absolute cheapest entry points into the R1T and R1S lineup. The Dual Standard trim is officially dead, raising the barrier…
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Is Hyundai About to Dethrone Chevy?
The battle for silver is heating up! While Tesla maintains its dominant grip on the #1 spot, fresh S&P Global Mobility registration data reveals an absolute dogfight for second place in the U.S. market. This week on The Friday Charge, we break down how Hyundai is breathing right down Chevrolet's...
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Welcome to the EV Geek Podcast where we talk about all things electric vehicles! From EV ownership, charging, road tripping to EV sales, service, infrastructure, renewable energy and breaking news! If it’s about electric vehicles, we will talk about it...pros and cons!! Feel free to submit show ideas to [email protected]. We want to hear from you about things that interest you in the EV world!Help support and grow our podcast! Become an EV Geek Patreon member at www.patreon.com/evgeekFollow The EV Geek on social media!X: @theEVgeekYouTube: The EV GeekTik-Tok: @ev.geek
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