InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast

Are fake engine sounds good for electric cars? Or just lame? On this week's show, we answer your EV questions. As always, drop a question in the comments and maybe we'll answer it on the show!We also discuss what's next for Tesla—just note, we recorded this before its latest sales release and the Model Y L announcement, which is why we don't talk about it! And we discuss the best EVs we've ever tested—and what we'd buy if money was no object. Porsche Taycan, anyone?

The Slate EV truck FINALLY has an official price tag: $24,950 before destination fees, making it America’s cheapest EV and its most affordable pickup. But can this newcomer actually survive and compete in the brutal electric truck market? In this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim and Suvrat break down all the massive news surrounding Slate this week. They discuss whether its range, 205 miles, is enough for 2026. And they explain Slate’s new battery strategy (hello, LFP!) Plus, Tim actually got to see the truck in person and take a ride in it! He shares his first impressions on the interior, and whether the driving experience matches the hype. What do you think? Is the Slate truck priced to win? Let us know in the comments!Slate's $24,950 EV Truck Will Test What America Really Wantshttps://insideevs.com/news/799661/slate-truck-pricing-official-2026/ Why The Slate Truck Will Use LFP Batteries After Allhttps://insideevs.com/news/799667/slate-truck-lfp-battery-range/ Slate Truck Vs. Chevy Bolt Vs. Nissan Leaf: Which Affordable EV Actually Wins?https://insideevs.com/reviews/799688/slate-truck-nissan-leaf-chevy-bolt-ev-comparison/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

The robotaxi wars just got real. On this week's Plugged-In Podcast, hosts Mack and Tim break down everything you need to know about the race to own autonomous ride-hailing—and there's a LOT happening all at once.Tesla's Cybercab specs are finally public thanks to EPA filings: a 48 kWh battery, 219 hp front-wheel-drive motor, and an astonishing 165 Wh/mi efficiency rating that makes it the most efficient EV ever certified. But EPA certification and commercial robotaxi deployment are very different things—and Tesla's fleet is still tiny.Meanwhile, Uber is building a web of partnerships—Lucid, Nuro, Wayve, and Stellantis—that looks less like a ride-hail company and more like a platform play for the autonomous age. And Mobileye is making a stunning pivot: no longer just a sensor supplier, it's entering the robotaxi arena with its own fleet. And Who actually wins this race? The company with the best hardware? The best software? The best network? Mack and Tim dig in.#Robotaxi #TeslaCybercab #Waymo #Mobileye #ElectricVehicles #FSD #AutonomousDriving #InsideEVsCheck out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X Mobileye, Supplier Of Robotaxi Tech, Is Launching Its Own Robotaxi Fleet In The U.S.https://insideevs.com/news/798968/mobileye-robotaxi-us-launch-2027/ Lucid And Uber Will Bring Robotaxis To Houston Nexthttps://insideevs.com/news/798932/lucid-gravity-robotaxi-houston-expansion-uber-nuro/ Full Tesla Cybercab Specs: EPA Documents Confirm Battery Size, Weight, Power, And Preliminary Rangehttps://insideevs.com/news/798790/tesla-cybercab-specs/ 

Can the highly anticipated Rivian R2 turn Rivian into a profitable EV powerhouse? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim sit down with a very special guest: Jason Fenske from Engineering Explained!Both Mack and Jason recently got behind the wheel of the Rivian R2, and they are breaking down exactly why they loved it—and what it means for the future of the company.But it’s not all good news for EV startups. Jason opens up about his tumultuous experience owning a Lucid Air. We dive deep into the challenges facing both Rivian and Lucid as they fight to become mainstream automakers.Jason’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/engineeringexplained Jason's Lucid Air Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrz1LXNm9cIMack’s Rivian R2 review: https://insideevs.com/reviews/798129/rivian-r2-first-drive-review/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Is the internet overreacting to Ferrari’s first-ever electric car? In this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim break down the massive wave of public backlash hitting the newly unveiled Ferrari Luce. Tim shares his firsthand thoughts after actually seeing Maranello's Jony Ive-designed EV up close, and explains why he thinks it’s actually cool. (Sorry!)Plus, we look at the positive side of the electric transition: the EV charging grid is officially getting a glow-up. From Rivian hitting a major infrastructure milestone to Walmart and Electrify America making charging less of a headache, things are moving fast. Finally, we unpack a Reuters investigation that suggests Tesla might still be years away from truly scaling full self-driving technology.Reuters story on Tesla FSDhttps://www.reuters.com/investigations/why-teslas-ai-trainers-dont-trust-its-self-driving-tech-or-its-safety-stats-2026-05-28/ Walmart’s Expanding EV Charging Network Is Getting Easier To Pay For (And Cheaper)https://insideevs.com/news/796951/walmart-ev-fast-charging-expansion-card-discounts/ Rivian’s EV Charging Network Is Growing Fast, And It Just Hit A Major Milestonehttps://insideevs.com/news/797654/rivian-ev-charging-network-growth-milestone/ It's Still Way More Expensive To Insure An EV. But That's Changinghttps://insideevs.com/news/797585/ev-ownership-insurance-price-expensive/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Do EV enthusiasts care about performance cars? Do traditional car enthusiasts care about EVs? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Mack Hogan and Andrei Nedelea break down the news about the Ferrari Luce, the company’s first EV. It’s got over a thousand horsepower, four independent motors, and a trick suspension that should make it plenty interesting to drive.But in the second segment, we break down a key challenge for the Luce: Who is it for? Typical car enthusiasts that buy Ferraris seem relatively closed off to electric performance vehicles. And even for InsideEVs’ enthusiastic audience, nobody seems to care about the high-power stuff. They’d rather read about Hyundais and Chevies than Porsches and Ferraris.Finally, Tim Levin and Mack sit down with Andrew Chapin, the Chief Operating Officer of autonomy company Nuro, to get an update on the autonomous vehicle race. You won’t want to miss it. I Saw Ferrari’s First EV In The Flesh. Here’s My Honest Takehttps://insideevs.com/news/796897/ferrari-luce-electric-car-2026/ Mercedes-Benz's Electric Super Sedan Has A New Kind Of EV Motor And Unprecedented Charging Speedhttps://insideevs.com/news/796361/2027-mercedes-amg-gt-4-door-coupe/ Nobody Wants Electric Supercars. But Why?https://www.motor1.com/features/766252/nobody-wants-electric-supercars-opinion/ Lucid Gravity Robotaxis Will Hit The Uber App Next Year, With Nuro Techhttps://insideevs.com/news/766132/lucid-gravity-robotaxi-uber-nuro/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Is the federal government about to change the cost of EV ownership? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim Levin and Mack Hogan break down the proposed $130 annual federal registration fee for electric vehicles and what it means for the future of highway funding.Mack also shares his experience behind the wheel of the Volvo EX60—a minimalist luxury SUV that might just be the most polished electric vehicle Volvo has ever built. Plus, we discuss the brand-new Mercedes-AMG GT, which has officially claimed the crown as the fastest-charging EV in America, boasting an 11-minute charge time from 10-80%. Finally, Tim sits down with Brandt Hastings, President of North America at ABB E-Mobility, to talk about the massive shift in charging infrastructure and how ABB is meeting the demands of the next generation of EVs, trucks, and robotaxis.Congress Wants You To Pay $130 A Year Just To Drive An Electric Carhttps://insideevs.com/news/796222/ev-fee-gas-tax-house-bill-2026/ I Drove The 2027 Volvo EX60 And Think It's The Best Volvo Ever. All Because It’s Electric.https://insideevs.com/reviews/796359/volvo-ex60-first-drive/ Mercedes-Benz's Electric Super Sedan Has A New Kind Of EV Motor And Unprecedented Charging Speedhttps://insideevs.com/news/796361/2027-mercedes-amg-gt-4-door-coupe/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Is the Golden Age of EV charging finally here? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim sits down with Seth Cutler, CEO of Ionna, the massive charging joint venture backed by seven of the world’s biggest automakers. We dig into how Ionna plans to deploy 30,000 chargers by 2030 and whether this company can actually fix the reliability crisis.Plus, Mack takes the new Volvo EX60 for a spin to test its Google Gemini integration, which is also coming to vehicles from GM, Polestar, and other brands. Forget basic, frustrating voice commands. We’re talking full-on conversational navigation. The guys discuss why this is probably the best feature in new cars. We also look North as Chinese EVs trickle into Canada. While the US doubles down on 100% tariffs, Canada is taking a different path. Is this the backdoor for BYD and Geely to get into America?Tesla Is Now Testing A Virtual Waitlist For Superchargershttps://insideevs.com/news/795797/tesla-supercharger-virtual-queues-tk/ Mazda's EV Delay Is Barely A Pivothttps://insideevs.com/news/795650/mazda-delays-first-major-ev/ The Floodgates Open: Chinese EVs Land In Canadahttps://insideevs.com/news/795438/first-chinese-evs-canada-deliveries/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Are Chinese cars really leaving the rest of the world in the dust? InsideEVs Staff Writer Kevin Williams joins the program to discuss the best Chinese EVs from Xiaomi, BYD, Geely, Nio, and more. He just got back from the 2026 Beijing Auto Show and tells us what he saw. We discuss the Geely EX2, a cheap EV that’s become the country’s best-selling car. Kevin also drove the track-ready Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, which has over 1,000 horsepower. And he got a good feeling about the Ford Bronco New Energy, an extended-range SUV that won’t be coming to the U.S. anytime soon. Are Americans missing out on this and other Chinese cars? Finally, in Plus/Minus, Tim and Kevin discuss the Chinese cars that are coming to Canada, and how the BMW IX3's price tag is even cheaper than expected!The Hyundai Ioniq V Looks Great. Its Job Is To Take Back Chinahttps://insideevs.com/news/794010/ioniq-v-china-beijing-baic/'Chinese Cars Are Ready For Prime Time In America': Geely SUV Crushes Every U.S. Competitor In New Testhttps://insideevs.com/news/792060/geely-galaxy-m9-test-edmunds/The Xiaomi SU7 Was Already Dominating The Market. Reviewers Say The Updated Version Is Even Betterhttps://insideevs.com/news/790997/youtube-xiaomi-su7-sedan-update/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Used electric cars are booming right now. Mack and Tim bring on Scott Case, cofounder and CEO of Recurrent, to discuss. Recurrent tracks battery health in used EVs, and Scott is one of the foremost experts on range retention and the secondhand EV market as a whole. The guys ask Scott what buyers should know about EV battery degradation, whether EV depreciation might become less of an issue, and what specific EV deals he has his eye on. In Plus/Minus, Mack and Tim discuss Google’s Gemini chatbot hitting millions of GM vehicles, and the launch of the sub-$30,000 Volkswagen ID. PoloThe Facts Are In: You Shouldn't Worry About EV Battery Replacementshttps://insideevs.com/news/779210/ev-battery-replacements-data-tesla/ What EV Slowdown? Used Electric Car Sales Hit A Record High In Marchhttps://insideevs.com/news/793503/used-ev-market-us-march-sales-2026/ 2026 Is Going To Be An Amazing Year For Used EVs. Here Are The Deals I'm Watchinghttps://insideevs.com/news/783100/2026-used-ev-deals/ Modern EVs Barely Lose Any Range, Even After Five Years: Reporthttps://insideevs.com/news/793891/evs-barely-lose-range-after-five-years/ Volkswagen ID. Polo: This Is Ithttps://insideevs.com/news/794406/vw-id-polo-electric-range-price-specs-options-official/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week’s episode is a special one, as Mack and Tim take some time to go through listener questions and comments. What would happen to startups like Lucid and Rivian if Chinese EVs were allowed into the U.S.? Is the Tesla Cybertruck doomed? What’s going to win out, the Rivian R2 or the BMW iX3? Was the EV tax credit just a handout to the rich? Why doesn’t Tim have an EV (yet)?The guys dig into all of these questions and more on this week’s episode. If you want to be featured in the next round of listener questions, drop your thoughtful comments on YouTube or InsideEVs.com. Read some of our related stories:SpaceX Bought Nearly 20% Of Tesla Cybertrucks Sold In Q4https://insideevs.com/news/793205/tesla-spacex-cybertruck-20-sales/ 2027 BMW iX3 Review: BMW Is Backhttps://insideevs.com/reviews/793046/bmw-ix3-review-neue-klasse/ The Rivian R2 Launches At $57,990 With 330 Miles Of Rangehttps://insideevs.com/news/789597/rivian-r2-launch-pricing-specs-2026/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: • Instagram • Threads • YouTube • BlueSky • X

This week, Mack and Tim dive into the latest from America’s EV startups. Lucid Motors hired a new CEO and got $750 million in fresh funding. Slate Auto locked in a $650 million Series C round, and the guys discuss their latest thoughts on whether the affordable electric truck can be a success. Plus, Rivian inked an interesting deal with battery recycling company Redwood Materials, and its EDV commercial van sales are blowing the competition out of the water. In Plus/Minus, the guys chat about the end of the BMW iX in America and Tesla veteran Doug Field’s departure from Ford. Lucid Motors Has A New CEO And A Bunch More Fundinghttps://insideevs.com/news/792958/lucid-new-ceo-named-funding/ Slate's Affordable EV Truck Plans Just Got A Major New Lifelinehttps://insideevs.com/news/792809/slate-affordable-ev-truck-650-million-funding/ The BMW iX Is Done In The U.S. But A Way Better Electric SUV Is Nearly Herehttps://insideevs.com/news/792949/bmw-ix-discontinued-united-states-2026/ Rivian's Factory Will Run On Its Own Used EV Batterieshttps://insideevs.com/news/792980/rivian-redwood-materials-battery-deal-2026/ Ford's Head Of EVs Is Leaving The Companyhttps://insideevs.com/news/793104/ford-doug-field-ev-chief-departs/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Sales numbers are starting to roll in for the first quarter of 2026, and Mack and Tim dig deep into what’s happened since the EV tax credit ended last year. They break down the latest sales from Tesla, GM, Ford, Stellantis, and more. Later in the show, the guys discuss Geely’s new fast-charging tech, whether Americans really want back-to-basics cars, and Walmart’s EV charging glow-up. New EV Sales Dropped 28%. But Used EVs Are Booming.https://insideevs.com/news/791253/ev-sales-used-new-hybrids-q1-2026/ Walmart’s DC Fast Charging Network Already Has Hundreds Of Portshttps://insideevs.com/news/792338/walmart-ev-charging-development/ Why American Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Oneshttps://insideevs.com/news/792172/dodge-slate-cheaper-american-evs/ This New Electric Car Nearly Fills Its Battery In Under 9 Minuteshttps://insideevs.com/news/792274/lynk-co-10-charging-test/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Mack and Tim are joined by InsideEVs Staff Writer Suvrat Kothari, who was on the ground at the New York auto show this week and got to see some of the biggest debuts. They discuss the new three-row Subaru Getaway EV SUV, the Kia EV3, and Nissan’s unusual series-hybrid system called P-power, coming to the 2027 Nissan Rogue. Plus, they chat about the Hyundai Boulder concept, the Kia PV5 van, and Toyota’s blowout first quarter for the bZ. Kia's Cheapest EV Is An Unexpected Range Monster. But Will It Still Cost $35,000?https://insideevs.com/news/791648/2027-kia-ev3-us-debut-range-official/ The 2027 Subaru Getaway 3-Row EV Has Over 300 Miles Of Rangehttps://insideevs.com/news/791672/2027-subaru-getaway-range-specs-photos/ Mack drives Nissan’s e-Power hybrid: Nissan's Next-Gen Hybrids Are Actually EREVshttps://insideevs.com/news/754997/nissan-erev-e-power-rogue/ Kia's Futuristic EV Van Could Become A New York Taxihttps://insideevs.com/news/791862/nyc-pv5-taxi-ada-compliant/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Mack and Tim unpack the latest from Faraday Future, once hailed as the next “Tesla killer.” FF is still doing cars, but it’s also selling Chinese robots now? Plus, RIP to the Sony-Honda Afeela 1. The guys explain why this was probably a good move—and debate the merits of an Apple car. Mack and Tim also tackle the age-old question: How much EV range do you really need? 300 miles is becoming the new standard, but is that enough? In Plus/Minus, the guys discuss hot new EVs from Mercedes. The SEC drops its four-year-old investigation into EV startup Faraday Futurehttps://techcrunch.com/2026/03/22/the-sec-drops-its-four-year-old-investigation-into-ev-startup-faraday-future/ 300 Miles Of EV Range Is The New Normal. Is 400 Next?https://insideevs.com/features/790876/300-mile-range-evs-400-2026/ Andrei reviews the Mercedes-Benz GLC EV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpcNYCw5nYE Maybach Is Making An Ultra-Luxury Minivan. Here's Our First Glimpsehttps://insideevs.com/news/790984/mercedes-maybach-vls-teaser-image/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

The EV cancellations and delays aren’t stopping in 2026. On today’s show, Mack and Tim break down why so many electric cars are getting pulled from the market, which probably deserved it, and what happens next. Then they run through some of the week’s biggest EV news, about high gas prices, the BMW i3, VinFast’s U.S. push, and the Lucid Cosmos. Mack’s Honda story: I've Watched Honda Fail At EVs For Five Years. After Today, I'm Out Of Patiencehttps://insideevs.com/features/789888/honda-ev-strategy-retreat/BMW i3 Revealed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27YSFeRQQ5E Everything We Learned About The Lucid Cosmos:https://insideevs.com/news/790442/lucid-cosmos-everything-we-know/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

After years of hype, the 2026 Rivian R2 has arrived. We discuss its final pricing and specs. Is the $45,000 R2 a good buy? How does the R2 Performance stack up to a Tesla Model Y? Plus, Mack drove the 2027 Chevy Bolt and tells us why he liked the rebooted $28,995 EV. Chevy fixed a lot of the issues with the old model, but there’s one big catch: The new Bolt won’t be around for long. In Plus/Minus, we cover Slate Auto’s surprise CEO change and debate whether Mercedes can bring back the minivan with the new VLE.The Rivian R2 Launches At $57,990 With 330 Miles Of Rangehttps://insideevs.com/news/789597/rivian-r2-launch-pricing-specs-2026/ Slate Names New CEO Months Before Launching Its Cheap EV Truckhttps://insideevs.com/news/789424/slate-new-ceo-peter-faricy-2026/ Can This Luxurious Mercedes Electric Van Take On The American SUV?https://insideevs.com/news/789508/mercedes-vle-electric-mpv/ Watch Mack’s 2027 Chevy Bolt review:https://youtu.be/IXt8wlwKAgo Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Mack just drove the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker, which is basically an electric Outback, and he tells Tim what he thought. Does it solve the shortcomings of Subaru’s earlier EVs? Then the guys discuss Donut Lab’s latest battery tests, and what questions they still have about its solid-state claims. Finally, Mack and Tim speak with Jiten Behl, partner at the venture capital firm Eclipse and Rivian’s former chief growth officer. They ask Jiten about the future of the auto industry, who he thinks will win the autonomous race, and about his investment in Also, Rivian’s micromobility spin-off. During Plus/Minus, the guys discuss Volkswagen’s sneaky EV success story and the car companies with the cleanest supply chains. Want An Electric Outback? The Subaru Trailseeker Is Your Answerhttps://insideevs.com/reviews/788590/subaru-trailseeker-first-drive/ Which Automakers Build The Cleanest EVs? This Study Has Answershttps://insideevs.com/news/788992/cleanest-evs-automakers-supply-chain-study/ Volkswagen Is A Sneaky EV Success Storyhttps://insideevs.com/news/788767/vw-ev-sales-2-million-2026/ What Donut Lab’s Latest Solid-State EV Battery Test Actually Revealshttps://insideevs.com/news/788870/donut-lab-solid-state-battery-excessive-swell/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, Tim and new cohost Mack Hogan break down the news that Lamborghini is canceling its first EV project, the Lanzador. The Lanzador looks cool, but do supercar buyers really want EVs? Then they recap Uber’s big news this week: an Autonomous Services division that helps self-driving car companies scale up. Tim speaks with Honda Home Energy Solutions Lead Andrea Saucedo about the future of vehicle-to-grid tech, or V2G. In Plus/Minus, the guys chat about Lucid’s growth plans and the indefinite delay of the bargain Nissan Leaf S. Lamborghini Abandons Its EV Planshttps://insideevs.com/news/788019/lamborghini-lanzador-electric-vehicle-dead/ Uber Wants To Win The Autonomous Vehicle Race. So It's Betting On All Of The Horseshttps://insideevs.com/news/787935/how-uber-plans-to-win-the-autonomous-vehicle-race/Exclusive: Nissan's Most Affordable EV Just Got Delayed Indefinitelyhttps://insideevs.com/news/787926/nissan-leaf-delayed/ Why Lucid Needs Its $50,000 Midsize EV More Than Everhttps://insideevs.com/news/788289/lucid-production-guidance-gravity-midsize-2026/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, Patrick and Tim sit down with Alan Clarke, the head of Ford’s skunkworks EV program that’s developing its next-generation EV platform. They discuss the brand’s upcoming $30,000 EV pickup, why it chose to start with a truck, what Alan learned from Tesla that he’s bringing to Ford, and why the pickup will get LFP battery cells. Stay tuned for Plus/Minus, in which Tim talks about Toyota and Patrick bids farewell to InsideEVs. Don’t worry — the podcast will continue with a new cohost, InsideEVs Deputy Editor Mack Hogan. Ford's $30,000 Electric Truck Platform: We Have A Lot More Detailshttps://insideevs.com/features/787450/ford-uev-platform-details/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Patrick was among the first people outside of Rivian to drive the R2. He tells us what he thought about Rivian’s upcoming SUV in the flesh, from its 650+ horsepower to its new user interface. The guys also discuss the 2027 Toyota Highlander, which was revealed this week and will only be available as an EV. Tim saw it in person and explains why it’s a big deal for the electric space. In Plus/Minus, Patrick and Tim talk about the EPA’s war on climate science and Stellantis’ $26 billion EV write-off. Read/watch Patrick’s review of the Rivian R2https://insideevs.com/reviews/786814/rivian-r2-prototype-first-drive/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0iJXfooaws 2027 Toyota Highlander: An American-Made, 320-Mile Electric Three-Row SUVhttps://insideevs.com/news/786882/2027-toyota-highlander-ev-suv-specs-charging/ Standard description links: Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

China has banned hidden, pop-out door handles like you find on Teslas, and Patrick is thrilled. He and Tim explain why regulators are cracking down globally on electronic door handles. Then the guys explore reporting of a potential partnership between Ford and China’s Geely Group. Finally, Tim spent the day at QuantumScape’s headquarters and saw the future of solid-state battery production. In Plus/Minus, the guys chat about the new BMW i3 sedan and Patrick’s impressions of the very strange Polestar 4. Reuters story on Ford/Geely talks: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ford-geely-talks-manufacturing-technology-partnership-sources-say-2026-02-04/ China Just Banned One Of The Most Controversial Car Features Everhttps://insideevs.com/news/786170/china-ev-door-handles-banned/ BMW's Most Important Electric Car Is One Big Step Closer To Your Drivewayhttps://insideevs.com/news/786373/bmw-i3-production-start-munich/ Patrick’s review of the Polestar 4, “America’s weirdest EV”https://insideevs.com/reviews/786314/2026-polestar-4-review/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, Patrick and Tim give a proper send-off to the Tesla Model S and Model X, which the company is canceling to make room for more Optimus robot production. Then they recap an astonishing year of growth for America’s EV charging network. Finally, Tim interviewed the CEOs of Slate Auto and Scout Motors this week, and he shares some takeaways. In Plus/Minus, the guys discuss Tesla’s growing energy business and new Trump tariffs. The Tesla Model S And X Are Dying Next Quarter To Make Room For Robotshttps://insideevs.com/news/785761/tesla-model-s-x-discontinued-2026-earnings/ America’s EV Charging Network Just Had Its Biggest Year Of Growth Everhttps://insideevs.com/news/785615/america-ev-fast-charging-record-2025/ How Much Will Slate's EV Truck Cost? Slate Is Still Figuring That Out.https://insideevs.com/news/785737/slate-truck-price-discussion-ceo/ Scout Motors EREVs Will 'Most Likely' Arrive Before Pure EVs, CEO Sayshttps://insideevs.com/news/785636/scout-motors-range-extender/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Canada just struck a deal to reduce its hefty tariffs on China’s cars. Patrick and Tim unpack the consequences—and the backlash to the decision. The guys react to the new Volvo EX60, which looks super impressive with 400 miles of range and 370 kW charging. Plus, Lemonade is now offering discounted car insurance to Tesla drivers who use Full Self-Driving—and it’s a clear sign that autonomy will eventually disrupt all sorts of businesses. Canada Just Opened The Door To Cheap Chinese EVshttps://insideevs.com/news/784657/china-ev-tariff-canada/  Volvo EX60 Revealed: 'An End To Range Anxiety', With Next-Generation Seat Beltshttps://insideevs.com/news/785050/2027-volvo-ex60-revealed-details/ Tesla FSD Super Users Can Now Get Half-Price Car Insurancehttps://insideevs.com/news/785085/test-fsd-lemonade-cost-reduce/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

2026 will be a very big year for electric cars, with over 30 new ones hitting the road in the coming year. Today, we break down the most exciting entrants and talk about what makes them special. From the Slate truck and Rivian R2 to the new Chevy Bolt and Jeep EREV, there’s something new for everybody. In Plus/Minus, Tim and guest host Mack Hogan discuss the Sony-Honda Afeela SUV and promising news about solid-state batteries. Read Mack’s story: Over 20 New EVs Are Coming In 2026. These Are The Seven I'm Most Excited Abouthttps://insideevs.com/news/782572/2026-ev-predictions-best-cars/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

It was a rollercoaster year in the EV space, full of challenges but also reasons for optimism. This week, Patrick and Tim break down the top 10 biggest stories in EVs, from Tesla’s wild year and the end of EV tax credits to Waymo’s rise and the growth of EV charging. At the end of the show, the guys offer predictions for what’s next in 2026. See you in two weeks!America's EV Charging Network Is About To Skyrockethttps://insideevs.com/news/767059/record-ev-charger-deployment-q2-2025/ Over 20 New EVs Are Coming In 2026. These Are The Seven I'm Most Excited Abouthttps://insideevs.com/news/782572/2026-ev-predictions-best-cars/ Waymo's Driverless Taxis Are Going To Even More U.S. Cities. They'll Be In Over 20 Soonhttps://insideevs.com/news/779467/waymo-20-cities-robotaxi-expansion/ Why Ford's 'Skunkworks' $30,000 Electric Truck Has To Save The Day Nowhttps://insideevs.com/news/781973/ford-skunkworks-silicon-valley-evs/ The EV Tax Credit Is Dead. 5 Predictions For What Happens Nexthttps://insideevs.com/news/774413/ev-tax-credit-predictions-sales/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, we recognize the very best EVs of 2025. The InsideEVs Breakthrough Awards just dropped, and we discuss the pros and cons of each Editors’ Choice pick: the Cadillac Optiq, Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Lucid Gravity and Nissan Leaf. Plus we debate Ford’s epic EV strategy shift. Was cancelling the F-150 Lightning a good idea? And Patrick recaps his drive in the Mercedes-Benz CLA, one of the hottest EVs launching soon. Read all out Breakthrough Awards stories here: Cadillac Optiq: https://insideevs.com/features/781838/cadillac-optiq-luxury-value-breakthrough-finalist/ Tesla Model Y: https://insideevs.com/features/782023/tesla-model-y-2025-breaktrhough/ Lucid Gravity: https://insideevs.com/features/782036/lucid-gravity-breakthrough-awards-2026/ Hyundai Ioniq 5: https://insideevs.com/features/781195/hyundai-ioniq-5-breakthrough-awards/ Nissan Leaf: https://insideevs.com/features/781873/nissan-leaf-breakthrough-ev-of-the-year/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

It's a big news week for Rivian! The EV startup announces that the new $45,000 R2 will get lidar, a big step forward for more affordable autonomy. Plus, it gets an in-car AI assistant, and other tweaks are coming to the R1S and R1T. Then Rivian's head of AI, James Philbin, explains how this all works to Patrick and Tim, as if they were children.

Bust out those skinny jeans because Donald Trump is taking fuel economy rules back to 2013. This week, Patrick and Tim explain why the rollback of CAFE standards won’t actually make your car cheaper. Tim recaps his time in the extremely impressive BMW iX3, and the guys discuss whether it can succeed in the EV slowdown of 2026. Then Tim speaks with John Harris, cofounder and CEO of Harbinger Motors, about the future of commercial EVs and what automakers are getting wrong about electric cars. We Drove The BMW iX3: It's BMW's Best Electric Car Ever https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhtrIehnDwE Trump Promises To Make Cars Cheaper, By Making You Pay More For Gashttps://insideevs.com/news/780761/trump-fuel-efficiency-standards-rollback/ 

This week, Patrick and Tim break down two big electric debuts: the Porsche Cayenne EV and Jeep Recon. Can an electric sibling to the Wrangler be a hit—even with only 250 miles of range? Plus, they recap some new research about EV battery health and explain why you shouldn’t worry about replacing the battery in a new EV. And the driverless car space is moving faster than ever, with news this week from Waymo, Zoox and Tesla. In Plus/Minus, the guys debate whether Tesla should add Apple CarPlay and explain why it’s such a big deal that Xiaomi’s EVs are profitable after less than two years. Watch our Porsche Cayenne Electric first look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00lgxIK0DvIThe 2026 Jeep Recon Is The Off-Road EV We’ve Been Waiting Forhttps://insideevs.com/news/779196/2026-jeep-recon-ev-offroad-stellantis/ San Francisco's Latest Robotaxi Has No Steering Wheel Or Pedals. Yes, Reallyhttps://insideevs.com/news/779322/zoox-san-francisco-robotaxi-launch-public-rides/ Most Automakers Lose Money on EVs. How Is Xiaomi Turning a Profit Already?https://insideevs.com/news/779416/xiaomi-profit-toyota-tesla-xai/ The Facts Are In: You Shouldn't Worry About EV Battery Replacementshttps://insideevs.com/news/779210/ev-battery-replacements-data-tesla/ Tesla May Add CarPlay. Here's Why It's A Smart Movehttps://insideevs.com/news/778894/tesla-adding-carplay-bloomberg-report/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, Tim is joined by InsideEVs Deputy Editor Mack Hogan. They discuss why there’s way too much capacity to build EV batteries, and what happens next. Tim spent a day with the folks at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies and shares an update on how that joint venture is going. Plus, leaders of Tesla’s Model Y and Cybertruck programs just quit, right after Elon Musk got his $1 trillion pay package. We Built Too Many EV Battery Factories. Here's What Happens Nexthttps://insideevs.com/news/778532/battery-capacity-outpacing-demand/ The Rivian-Volkswagen Partnership Will Go Even Further Than We Expectedhttps://insideevs.com/news/778750/rivian-volkswagen-joint-venture-strong-progress-evs/The Tesla Cybertruck And Model Y Bosses Both Just Quithttps://insideevs.com/news/778529/tesla-cybertruck-model-y-executives-exit/Elon Musk Isn't Going Anywherehttps://insideevs.com/news/778231/tesla-shareholder-vote-elon-musk/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

On this week’s Plugged-In Podcast, the EV tax credit party ended in September. So what did October’s hangover month look like? Well, sales of all-electric models weren’t great, even for mainstays like the Hyundai Ioniq 5. But we’re convinced there are bigger things at stake here—and that the whole car market needs to shift a certain way. Plus, we get more details about the Launch Edition for the Rivian R2, and discuss Tesla’s apparent flying car dreams. Can the new Tesla Roadster really fly? Will it ever exist at all? And is this what Tesla needs right now?EV Sales October Hangoverhttps://insideevs.com/news/777506/ev-sales-october-hangover-tax-credit/It's Time to Give Up On the '2020' Tesla Roadsterhttps://insideevs.com/features/777629/tesla-roadster-delays-musk-altman/Here's What the Rivian R2 'Launch Edition' Will Be Likehttps://insideevs.com/news/777980/rivian-r2-launch-edition-options/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, Patrick and Tim recap discuss Toyota’s game-changing Corolla EV concept, plus other reveals from the Japan Mobility Show. Slate answered one of the biggest questions about its mini electric truck: where you can get it fixed. And Nvidia is going hard into the autonomous car game through new tech and a bunch of partnerships, including a deal with Lucid Motors to give its upcoming midsize crossover Level 4 self-driving capability.In Plus/Minus the guys break down layoffs at GM and Rivian, plus Ford’s big home energy news. The Layoffs Are Coming To The EV Sector. Here's What It Meanshttps://insideevs.com/news/777391/gm-ev-battery-layoffs-3300/ The Toyota Corolla Goes Electric—And Then Somehttps://insideevs.com/news/777252/toyota-corolla-concept-japan-mobility/ Japan Just Showed Off The Future Of Cars—Minus One Crucial Detailhttps://insideevs.com/news/777359/japan-mobility-show-2025-floor-report/ Lucid Plans To Beat Tesla At Self-Driving Cars—With Nvidia's Helphttps://insideevs.com/news/777224/lucid-midsize-autonomous-driving-nvidia/ Why Slate Isn't Building Service Centers Like Tesla Didhttps://insideevs.com/news/777127/slate-truck-service-partnership/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Patrick and Tim have lots of news: General Motors' big tech push at its GM Forward event, including Super Cruise where you don't have to watch the road, and Rivian's exciting new e-bike spinoff Also. Is Rivian about to deliver a reset on how e-mobility works? Tim tested one, and he loved it.Also on this episode: Patrick talks to Matias Giannini, the CEO of Horse Powertrain. It's a new engine joint venture from Renault and the Geely Group. Why is our podcast covering engines? Because these engines are designed to be better: cleaner, smaller, more efficient, and purpose-built for things like plug-in hybrids and extended-range EVs. They're pro-EV but believe that if gas engines have to stick around longer, they have to better—and they have some interesting stuff up their sleeves.GM's Super Cruise Aims To Go Beyond Tesla In 2028 With LIDAR, Eyes-Off Driving https://insideevs.com/news/776525/gm-super-cruise-eyes-off-2028/'No More Fuses:' How GM's New Architecture Will Transform Gas Cars, Toohttps://www.motor1.com/news/776777/gm-ev-ice-architecture-forward-explained/How Rivian Spinoff Also Is Reinventing The Electric Bikehttps://insideevs.com/news/776646/rivian-also-electric-bike-tm-b/Renault's 'Horse' Wants To Turn EVs Into Hybridshttps://insideevs.com/news/756949/horse-powertrain-hybrid-retrofit-evs/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

On this special bonus episode of the Plugged-In Podcast recorded at Climate Week NYC, Patrick and Tim sit down with two BMW executives to discuss “circularity” in automotive manufacturing and what that means.Nils Hesse, BMW’s vice president of product sustainability, and Glenn Schmidt, its vice president of global sustainability, break down the automaker’s efforts across battery recycling and recycled materials—and how those principles came to life in the BMW iX3. They talk about the need to create circular supply chains, not just for sustainability reasons but also to make a resilient business.

This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Patrick and Tim are joined by Mark Reuss, President of General Motors. He gets candid about the new 2027 Chevy Bolt, how GM is tackling this chaotic moment, and why GM is “absolutely” getting ready for Chinese EV brands to hit the U.S. Patrick asks about an electric Corvette and Tim wants to know about what other affordable cars are coming after the Bolt. The guys also break down Patrick’s driving impressions of the overhauled Nissan Leaf. And they discuss the 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, which we now know will be America’s first modern EREV. 2027 Chevy Bolt: Meet America's Cheapest New EVhttps://insideevs.com/news/775172/2027-chevrolet-bolt-range-price-revealed/ The 2027 Chevy Bolt Will Be ‘Limited Run’ Only https://insideevs.com/news/775256/2027-chevrolet-bolt-limited-run-only/ The New Chevy Bolt Is Much Better At Fast-Charging. But That's Not Allhttps://insideevs.com/news/775280/2027-chevy-bolt-ev-fast-charging-improvements/ The 2026 Nissan Leaf After A Week: Surprisingly Great, Slightly Maddening https://insideevs.com/reviews/775427/2026-nissan-leaf-5-things-we-love/ This Jeep Is America's First Extended-Range Electric SUVhttps://insideevs.com/news/775742/jeep-wagoneer-range-extender-announced/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Do you know where all the parts on your car come from, and how they got there?Most carmakers don't, actually. But BMW is working to change this. Starting with the grille on the new electric iX3, it's finding ways to track the carbon emissions of its entire supply chain—from raw minerals to the final product. This episode features a discussion about supply chain innovations and investments in future technologies, including sustainable materials. As part of our Climate Week NYC partnership with BMW, you can hear more about how the carmaker tackles its decarbonization goals and integrates these efforts into its business strategy.

Tesla’s new “more affordable models” are here. But they’re not actually new, and not that cheap. In this episode, Patrick and Tim break down the Model 3 Standard and Model Y Standard. They dig into what these cars are missing, what’s good about them, and whether they’re a good deal or not. Then Albert Gore, executive director of the Zero Emission Transportation Association, joins the show to chat about how America’s battery makers and EV brands are grappling with this current moment. In Plus/Minus, they discuss GM’s controversial EV tax credit play and Patrick’s impressions of the Lucid Gravity. Even Tesla Fans Are Slamming Its Hyped-Up Cheaper EVshttps://insideevs.com/news/775115/tesla-model-y-affordable-trash/ Tesla's New Cheap Models Drop Autopilot's Lane Centeringhttps://insideevs.com/news/775001/tesla-model-3-y-autosteer/2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard: This Is Ithttps://insideevs.com/news/775007/tesla-model-3-standard/ 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard: This Is Ithttps://insideevs.com/news/774980/2026-tesla-model-y-standard-affordable-ev/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Hydrogen-powered cars have never quite gotten off the ground. But BMW thinks the new iX5 Hydrogen coming in 2028 can change that.On this special episode of the InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast, brought to you in partnership with BMW, Patrick and Tim sit down with Dr. Michael Rath, the automaker’s VP of hydrogen vehicles.They discuss the history of hydrogen-powered cars—from BMW’s first effort in the 1970s to its 12-cylinder engine that ran on liquified hydrogen to the iX5 Hydrogen going on sale soon. Dr. Rath explains why BMW is still betting big on hydrogen as a zero-emission option for people who can’t conveniently charge a conventional battery-powered EV.The guys also ask about the challenges facing hydrogen fuel-cell EVs. What would it take to build out hydrogen fueling infrastructure in a major way? Will fuel-cell EVs ever be as popular as battery-powered ones? Are commercial vehicles the best application for this technology?Stick around for this fascinating conversation about the future of BMW’s hydrogen-vehicle efforts.

Electric-vehicle tax credits are dead, and if you didn’t act fast, you’ll pay more than you would have a few months ago. Or so we thought! Car companies like Ford, General Motors and Hyundai are here for you, offering discounts, deals and price cuts on their most popular EVs. But for how long? Meanwhile, Porsche tells us why the new Cayenne Electric will be much more than just a bigger version of the new Macan. It’s going to be a high-tech flagship that reinvents the user experience, and rethinks how EV batteries are assembled. Finally, Patrick and Tim interview Elaine Buckberg, Senior Fellow at Harvard University’s Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability and former Chief Economist of General Motors, about what’s next in the EV market. Ford's EV sales had a record quarterhttps://insideevs.com/news/774426/ford-ev-sales-q3-2025/GM has already sold more EVs in 2025 than in all of 2024https://insideevs.com/news/774389/gm-ev-sales-q3-2025/The EV Tax Credit is dead. What's next? https://insideevs.com/news/774413/ev-tax-credit-predictions-sales/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

That whole EV thing was fun while it lasted, right? America is going back to gas, as electric models from the Acura ZDX to the Nissan Ariya hit the chopping block. Patrick and Tim break down how we got to this moment, and why electric cars are here to stay. Plus, BMW announced the iX5 Hydrogen, hitting the market in 2028, and Volvo is trying to put the EX90’s software headaches behind it. In Plus/Minus, the guys discuss how the Yangwang U9 became the world’s fastest car and Warren Buffett’s big BYD investment. Automotive News on the end of the EV tax credit: https://www.autonews.com/ev/an-ev-tax-credit-impact-preview-0924/?utm_id=gfta-ur-250925&share-code=CHVO5P4255DBVPYFSYWDJNCBG4&user_id=4542845&customer_secondary_source=aac_articleGifting BMW Is Still Betting On Hydrogen SUVshttps://insideevs.com/news/773027/bmw-ix5-fuel-cell-2028/ 'A Dumpster Fire Inside A Train Wreck:' Why Volvo Is Replacing Every EX90's Central Computerhttps://insideevs.com/news/773202/volvo-ex90-software-issues/ A BYD EV Is Now The Fastest Car In The Worldhttps://insideevs.com/news/773037/byd-yangwang-u9-extreme-fastest-car-world/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

The great EV pullback has begun. And the latest casualty is Ram’s electric pickup truck. Patrick and Tim debate whether canceling the 1500 REV was the right move—and whether the brand’s gas-powered EREV pickup can pick up the slack. Plus, U.S. regulators opened an investigation into whether Tesla’s electronic door handles are defective after a bombshell report. Tesla design chief Franz von Holzhausen even commented on the news, teasing a door-release redesign. To close out the show, Tim speaks with Joe Cohen, co-founder and CEO of Infinite Machine, a New York City-based micromobility company making some stunning and high-tech two-wheelers: P1 and the Olto. Joe talks about what made him start a mobility company, what’s wrong with today’s e-bikes and why it’s so important to get people out of cars. Bloomberg investigation into Tesla door handleshttps://www.bloomberg.com/features/2025-tesla-dangerous-doors/ Ram Has Canceled Its Electric Pickup Truckhttps://insideevs.com/news/772186/ram-1500-rev-dead/Ram Killed Its Electric Truck. That's The Smartest Thing It's Done In Yearshttps://insideevs.com/features/772485/why-ram-killed-its-electric-truck/ Tim’s Take On The Infinite Machine Oltohttps://insideevs.com/news/762597/infinite-machine-olto-electric-bike/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Patrick just got back from IAA Mobility, Europe’s biggest auto show. We run through the expo’s biggest EV reveals, including the BMW iX3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ technology. Both are next-gen efforts with 400 miles of range, super-fast charging and way better tech than before. But are they enough to stand up to the flood of Chinese cars hitting Europe? BYD, GAC, Xpeng, CATL and more had major announcements at the show, proving that these Chinese firms aren’t messing around. In Plus/Minus, we recap Patrick’s Polestar 5 drive and chat about solid-state batteries. The New BMW iX3 Gets On Rivian And Tesla's Level To Battle China's EVshttps://insideevs.com/news/771106/bmw-ix3-preview-video-iaa-munich/ 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC EV: A 440-Mile Electric Do-Over With 'Multi-Agent' AIhttps://insideevs.com/news/771403/mercedes-glc-ev-reveal/ Volkswagen Is Finally Headed In The Right Directionhttps://insideevs.com/features/771608/volkswagen-headed-in-the-right-direction/ 'This Model Does Not Work Anymore': Volkswagen Group CEO Gets Candid On EVs And Future Planshttps://insideevs.com/news/771546/volkswagen-ceo-blume-interview-iaa-munich/ 'This Is Game-Changing': BYD Brings EV Production, Megawatt Charging To Europehttps://insideevs.com/news/771756/byd-iaa-megawatt-europe-seal/ New CATL EV Battery Tech Lasts 600,000 Miles, Charges In 10 Minuteshttps://insideevs.com/news/771621/catl-lfp-battery-charging-degradation/ First Drive: The Polestar 5 Isn't Just A Porsche Taycan Fighter. It's Even More Interestinghttps://insideevs.com/reviews/770315/polestar-5-first-drive-prototytpe/ This New Solid-State EV Battery Charges Quicker Than Getting Gashttps://insideevs.com/news/771520/rimac-solid-state-battery-specs/ A Solid-State Battery Mercedes EQS Went 749 Miles On A Charge. It Still Had Range Lefthttps://insideevs.com/news/771682/mercedes-eqs-solid-state-range-over-700-miles/ Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Tesla’s “Master Plan Part IV” dropped this week, filled with vague notions about “sustainable abundance” and lacking the concrete goals of Tesla’s prior mission statements. Patrick and Tim break down what it says about Tesla right now—and whether the X post was written by Grok.Then, they discuss August’s EV surge, led by GM and fueled by expiring tax credits. Plus, InsideEVs Staff Writer Kevin Williams joins the show to talk about his tour of Slate Auto’s upcoming factory and his chat with its CCO. In Plus/Minus, the guys gas up Audi’s stunning electric concept car.Tesla's New 'Master Plan 4' Puts EVs On The Backburnerhttps://insideevs.com/news/770810/tesla-master-plan-part-4/Tesla Master Plan 4 Teases Possible Cybervan, Cyber-SUVhttps://insideevs.com/news/770897/tesla-cybertruck-additional-designs-leaked/General Motors Knows Its EV Party Won't Lasthttps://insideevs.com/news/770950/gm-ev-sales-record-august/Slate Says Some People Will Still Get Its Truck For Under $20,000. Here's Howhttps://insideevs.com/news/770963/slate-truck-state-tax-incentive/Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Another day, another car company scaling back plans for the future. But is that the right move? On today’s show, Patrick and Tim discuss the news that Stellantis is shelving its hands-off, eyes-off driver assistance program. The company has been a laggard on EVs, but it’s also dealing with a lot of other problems right now. Plus, Porsche is scrapping plans to manufacture its own EV batteries as demand for electric cars slumps. And it’s not the only one.Stick around for Patrick’s chat with longtime auto journalist Dave Undercoffler. Dave is now the editor-in-chief at Autolist and head of consumer insights at CarGurus, and he has a ton of interesting insights into the car market these days and how to get a great deal on an EV.Further reading: Stellantis shelves L3 plans; Porsche cancels battery manufacturingCheck out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, we sit down for a fascinating conversation with Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe. RJ takes us back to the startup's origins in 2009 and talks about what he’s working on next, like the R2, R3, R4 and R5.He breaks down how AI is revolutionizing self-driving technology and explains where he sees battery tech going next. We chat about the looming threat of Chinese EVs, why America needs more great electric cars that aren't Teslas and how policy shifts will reshape the U.S. EV landscape for years to come.Further Reading: Rivian CEO On What’s Holding Back EVs In The U.S., Rivian R2 Live Deep-Dive Impressions: It's Going To Be A Hit, Rivian, Lucid And Slate Face A Tough Road AheadCheck out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

This week, Ford announced its next "Model T moment"—a whole new assembly process and "universal EV platform" that it promises will revolutionize the industry. Staff Writer Suvrat Kothari traveled to Kentucky for the reveal, and the boys discuss his findings, including everything we know about Ford's upcoming $30,000 EV truck. Next, Tim and Patrick talk about EV adoption rates around the world, and how they compare to the U.S. And finally, America's federal EV charging program is BACK! Patrick and Tim break down what that means for this critical industry. Further reading: Ford's $30k EV Bet & the "Model T" Moment to Revolutionize Manufacturing, EV Public Charging is Finally Working Like it Should, America's Federal EV Charger Funding Isn't Dead After All Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Summer is hot, and so are the tariffs and supply chain hang-ups, baby! Patrick and Tim discuss how the unique challenges facing EV upstarts Lucid, Rivian and Slate in the Trumpian era of tariffs. They then preview Ford’s big announcement set for Monday in Louisville, where the automaker is supposed to show off a new EV and EV platform combo described as a “Model T moment.” Finally, is Elon Musk worth $30 billion just to stay “focused” on Tesla? Our hosts dig in.Further reading: Rivian, Lucid, and Slate Face a Tough Road Ahead, What’s Going on with Lucid Gravity Production?, Ford to Unveil its “Model T Moment” on August 11th, Tesla’s $243M Autopilot Crash Verdict, A Chevy Silverado EV goes over 1000 Miles on a Single Charge, Volvo Sales are Spiraling.Sign up for the InsideEVs newsletter and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Patrick and Tim talk about one area of the EV world that isn’t slowing down: fast charging. The U.S. is adding chargers at a record pace this year, despite the end of the EV tax credit and other headwinds. Then they unpack the EPA’s controversial proposal to axe its “endangerment finding” on climate change. Will getting rid of greenhouse gas emission rules for cars and trucks actually create more consumer choice in America? Finally, the guys dig into the future of hands-free driver assistance systems, which are now the most in-demand feature among car buyers. In Plus/Minus, Patrick and Tim chat about electric school buses and what’s going right at Tesla these days.