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BYD Seagull Driven + The Future Of Plug-In Hybrids

Tim is on vacation this week so InsideEVs' Kevin Williams is back to talk about more of the EVs he tested in China. Most notably: China's best-selling car, the BYD Seagull, which starts around $8,000. It's headed to Europe and other places soon, and Kevin discusses how it drives—and why it's a game-changer. Plus, Patrick and Kevin test a plug-in hybrid that may be the future of plug-in hybrids.Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Jun 6, 202555 min

Will The Tesla Robotaxi Flop? + Driving The Volvo EX30

Patrick finally got to drive his dream cheap EV and, well, he wasn’t impressed. The guys talk about the Volvo EX30 and how it keeps getting slammed by tariffs. Then they share their predictions and questions about the Tesla robotaxi’s launch, which is coming up in June. Finally, General Motors is investing big time in V8 engines. Patrick and Tim explain why that matters.During Plus/Minus, they explain how to reserve a new electric DeLorean by buying crypto. Yes, really.Further reading: Bloomberg on the Tesla robotaxi launching June 12, General Motors ditches EV motor plan for V8s, and the Volvo EX30 can’t catch a break.Sign up for the InsideEVs newsletter and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

May 30, 202552 min

Congress Sledgehammers EVs, Tesla’s Brand Destruction & New Toyota RAV4

Patrick and Tim kick off the show by discussing Toyota’s hybrid-only 2026 Toyota RAV4 and why it’s so huge for getting people into electrified vehicles. They recap Elon Musk’s media tour this week and fact-check his claim that Tesla sales are seeing a major rebound. They also dive into a brand reputation poll that did not turn out great for the EV brand.Finally, the guys explain why America’s EV industry is headed for a slowdown thanks to Trump’s tax bill and other policies.Further reading: The 2026 RAV4 Hybrid Bloomberg Interview with Elon Musk Axios brand reputation poll Congress Sledgehammers The EV Industry

May 23, 202549 min

The Plan To Kill The EV Tax Credit, GM's Cheaper Batteries & Toyota's EV Push

Tim and colleague Suvrat Kothari kick things off by discussing Suvrat's trip to General Motors' battery development center in Michigan. They explain why GM's new LMR batteries could be the key to cheaper electric trucks. Then the guys recap the House's latest move to end the $7,500 tax credit and talk the huge potential impact on the EV industry. Finally, they discuss Toyota's onslaught of new electric models and a very strange tweet from the head of the EPA.Further reading: GM's new batteries, why cutting the leasing credit would break the EV market, and our coverage of the Toyota bZ, bZ Woodland and C-HR. Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

May 16, 202555 min

We Drove Chinese EVs From BYD & Nio! + Goodbye EV Tax Credit

Patrick and Tim start the show by discussing the potential demise of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit. They explain what that means for electric car sales and manufacturing jobs in America. Then the guys talk more about Patrick's mind-blowing trip to China. They're joined by InsideEVs Staff Writer Kevin Williams, a Chinese-car expert who helps break down the country's most exciting EV brands. Patrick and Kevin recap driving cars like the shockingly nice, $10,000 BYD Seagull and the luxurious Nio ET9.Further reading: Bloomberg story on the EV tax credit, REPEAT Project analysis on the EV tax credit, Kevin's story on dead Chinese car brands, and Patrick's megawatt charging experience and video Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

May 9, 202558 min

How China Got So Good At EVs + Tesla Without Elon Musk?

Patrick just got back from the Shanghai auto show and he's MAD at how behind America's EVs are. He tells Tim all about experiencing China's dominant EVs for the first time, how they compare to Tesla, and why American automakers and consumers are basically screwed. The guys also discuss the big news of the week. They explain why it's such a big deal that Tesla's board initiated a search for a CEO to replace Elon Musk, according to The Wall Street Journal. Plus, they talk about why Waymo is teaming up with Toyota to develop self-driving cars. Further reading on the Shanghai Auto Show, and the Waymo-Toyota partnership, and Tesla's search for a new CEO. Sign up for the daily InsideEVs newsletter.Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

May 2, 20251h 7m

Slate’s Sub-$20K EV Revealed! + Where Is Tesla's Cheaper Car?

On today's show, staff writer Suvrat Kothari joins Tim to discuss Slate’s new cheap EV! Tim checked out the truck in person and learned all about America's newest car startup. Next, Suvrat gives us the skinny on China's latest battery breakthrough from CATL. And finally, the guys discuss Tesla’s abysmal earnings and how the long-awaited cheap Tesla has been delayed again.Check out our coverage of the Slate EV, CATL's fast-charging battery, its sodium-ion pack, Tesla's affordable models and the automaker's disappointing Q1 results. Reuters story on Tesla delaying affordable models Sign up for the daily InsideEVs newsletter. Check out InsideEVs for the latest future of transportation news and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Apr 25, 202546 min

Is The Lucid Gravity America's Best Electric SUV? + Subaru Reveals Hot New EVs

Patrick and Tim check out the updated Subaru Solterra and the all-new Trailseeker EV at the New York Auto Show. They seem pretty great! And one is basically an electric Outback wagon. Plus, Tim is pretty blown away by the 2026 Lucid Gravity. Finally, what happens if a new bill successfully bans Chinese cars in America? We'll weigh the benefits of that plan—and the consequences.Subaru Solterra + Trailseeker: https://insideevs.com/news/756763/2026-subaru-trailseeker-debut-nyas/Lucid Gravity First Drive: https://insideevs.com/reviews/756457/lucid-gravity-first-drive-2026/Sen. Elissa Slotkin's Chinese car ban bill: https://insideevs.com/news/756430/anti-china-slotkin-ev-senate/Sign up for InsideEV’s Newsletter to get our content sent straight to your inbox:https://www.insideEVs.com/newsletter/

Apr 18, 202544 min

EV Startup Slate's $25,000 Truck + BYD Keeps Winning

Patrick and Tim kick off the show by recapping how tariffs are impacting the auto industry one week in. They offer up some buying advice for this wild time: Consider a used EV while prices are still low. Then the guys discuss a new American EV startup that’s coming out of stealth soon, according to a report from TechCrunch. Slate Auto is backed by Amazon's Jeff Bezos and plans to launch a $25,000 electric pickup truck in the next couple of years. Will people buy it? And can EV startups still succeed in 2025 after so many have failed? Finally, Patrick and Tim explain why China’s BYD could be the ultimate winner of Trump’s trade war, and why America’s bike industry is screwed. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Apr 11, 202540 min

What Do Tariffs Mean for Electric Cars? + Winners/Losers in the EV Market

Patrick and Tim kick off the episode by discussing the biggest news of the year in the auto industry: tariffs. They dissect what Trump's 25% tax on imported cars and parts means for the road to electrification and software-defined vehicles. They also recap the winners and losers in the EV market in Q1, and break down why Tesla had its worst quarter in years. Then the guys highlight reporting from Reuters about how Toyota's hybrids are so popular that people are waiting months to buy one.Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Apr 4, 202542 min

Can Mercedes-Benz Fix EV Charging? + Rivian's Big Bet On Small EVs

Patrick and Tim kick things off by discussing Rivian's entry into the micromobility space through a new spinoff called Also, which will make small electric vehicles like e-bikes. Then they talk about the opening of Hyundai's gigantic new plant in Georgia, breaking down why its timing couldn't have been better. In the back half of the show, they're joined by Andrew Cornelia, CEO of Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging. They discuss what's wrong with EV charging today and how to fix it—plus big charging news out of China's BYD.During Plus/Minus, the guys explain why Trump's new 25% tariffs will be devastating for car prices and hammer small players like Mazda. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Mar 28, 20251h 8m

BYD's 5-Minute Charging Breakthrough & The Cadillac Escalade Goes Electric

China's EVs continue to absolutely smoke anything we get in the U.S., and it's starting to get embarrassing. Patrick and Tim kick off this episode by discussing BYD's impressive new 5-minute EV charging tech, and why it's important to make filling an EV as quick as getting gas. Meanwhile, America's EV charging companies can't get their acts together. The guys cover a recent study that named the country's best (Tesla) and worst (Shell) networks. On a brighter note, America's iconic luxury SUV is going electric, baby—and we drove it. Tim talks about what he liked and didn't like about the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ. They wrap up the show by discussing Mark Rober's viral Tesla Autopilot video and why it's hard to be a Tesla owner right now. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Mar 21, 202543 min

Is Toyota Finally Serious About EVs? + Trump Buys A Tesla

Everything's computer! Patrick and Tim kick off the show by discussing Toyota's latest EV announcements, including an improved bZ4X, a cheap crossover and maybe even a mystery pickup truck. Then they recap the extremely weird Tesla marketing event Elon Musk and President Trump hosted at the White House this week. They debate: Was that enough to boost Tesla's sales and save its plummeting stock price?The guys close out the show by taking a listener question about whether it makes sense to trade in a Toyota Sienna for an EV right now. Plus, they talk about promising news out of a fun startup called Telo Trucks. If you want to submit a question of your own, email us at [email protected] Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Mar 14, 202552 min

Tesla Sales Plummet, Waymo Hits Austin & Why Slow EV Charging Rules

Tim and guest host Kevin Williams kick things off by recapping Waymo's recent expansion in to Austin on the Uber platform, and how it's running circles around Tesla's self-driving efforts. They discuss why you shouldn't sleep on Level 1 EV charging, and why an old Mitsubishi EV is one of Kevin's favorite cars despite earning a 2/10 from Car & Driver. Then they chat about why Tesla's sales are cratering in Europe, how Volkswagen is taking advantage of that and why Trump's tariffs are a nightmare scenario for car companies.

Mar 7, 202546 min

Why Republicans Hate EVs, A Solid-State Battery Breakthrough & Ramcharger EREV News

Patrick and Tim sit down with veteran Republican political strategist Mike Murphy to discuss how EVs got politicized, the "grim" outlook for EV tax credits under President Trump, and the threat of Chinese cars. The guys also chat about a Mercedes-Benz prototype with game-changing solid-state batteries, along with extended-range EV news from Scout and Ram. To close out the show, they recap Volkswagen's epic EV comeback and the intensifying backlash against Tesla and Elon Musk. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Feb 28, 20251h 13m

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 + The Tesla Revolt

One of our favorite EVs just got even better. On this episode, Patrick recaps his experience driving the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and its new off-road, XRT edition. Patrick and Tim discuss the pros and cons (mostly pros) of bringing Tesla's NACS charging port to the Ioniq 5. Plus, the guys talk about new Kia EVs dropping next week, and they recap the anti-Elon Musk protests that rocked Tesla showrooms over the weekend. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Feb 21, 202544 min

Are EVs With Gas Engines The Future? + Trump's Charger Funding Freeze

Patrick and Tim chat about the problem with big-battery electric trucks, which Ford's CEO recently said have "unresolvable" economics. Then they discuss an exciting solution: extended-range EVs, which are basically electric cars with gas-powered generators. The guys also recap President Trump's move to freeze federal funding for EV chargers, and game out what happens next. Plus, they talk about how Elon Musk's new role in government is causing a revolt against Tesla. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Feb 14, 202545 min

WTF Is Happening At Tesla? + Revel CEO On EV Charging In NYC

Patrick and Tim recap Tesla's latest earnings call, including the big news that Tesla will launch autonomous taxis to Austin streets in June. They discuss CEO Elon Musk's focus on making $10 trillion from humanoid robots and wonder where exactly new Teslas are. In the second half of the show, the guys chat with Revel cofounder and CEO Frank Reig about bringing EV charging to America's densest cities. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Feb 7, 202556 min

How Rivian Thrives In The Trump Era Of EVs

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has a lot to say about where the EV scene is headed next. In this episode, Patrick and Tim chat Rivian's survival plan; General Motors' good news on EVs; and the new king of EV fast-charging in America, the Lucid Gravity.

Jan 31, 202541 min

Trump's War On The 'EV Mandate,' Explained

Is the electric vehicle boom over in America now that President Trump is in office? On the contrary. In this episode, Patrick and Tim explain what the new administration has planned for Biden's so-called "EV" mandate, plus what's coming this year from troubled-but-promising brand Polestar.

Jan 24, 202540 min

The New Tesla Model Y, Toyota's EV Struggles & A Rivian Roadtrip

Patrick and Tim discuss the hotly anticipated new Tesla Model Y, debating whether it's enough to boost Tesla's sales after a disappointing 2024 and whether it can stand up to Chinese EV rivals. They talk about why Toyota's pivot to making electric cars may be harder than anybody thinks. The guys close out the show by chatting about Patrick's Rivian roadtrip, Polestar's uncertain future in the U.S. and why car companies are shunning America's car dealers. Check out InsideEVs for our latest coverage and find us online: Instagram Threads YouTube BlueSky X

Jan 17, 202544 min

The Best Cars At CES 2025 & Tesla's Sales Slump

Patrick and Tim recap the biggest car news out of CES 2025, including a $100,000 Sony EV and Honda's latest prototypes. Patrick explains why he's so impressed with Chinese EVs from Zeekr and Xpeng. Finally, the guys break down why Tesla's deliveries dropped in 2024 while other brands hit record EV sales.

Jan 10, 202552 min

2024 Recap: The Biggest EV Stories Of The Year

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Happy New Year! On this special episode recorded in late December, Patrick and Tim reflect on a jam-packed and absolutely wild year for the EV world. They debate the big winners and losers in the EV space and offer up their predictions for what'll happen in 2025.

Jan 3, 202538 min

China's EV Takeover: Why They're Winning The Electric Race

As they start to wrap up 2024, Tim and Patrick cover one of the biggest stories that defined the car industry this year: the rise of China's EV sector. How did they get so good so quickly? InsideEVs Staff Writer Kevin Williams, who's been to China twice and tested dozens of their best EVs, is here to explain.

Dec 27, 202451 min

Dodge Charger EV, Electric Road Trips, Honda-Nissan Merger?

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Is the Dodge Charger EV destined to be a failed experiment, or is it cooler than you think? On this week's episode, Tim and Patrick discuss the merits of an electric muscle car, plus an EV road trip and why Honda and Nissan may be seeking a merger.

Dec 20, 202451 min

Tesla Model Q, Lucid Gravity and 2024's Best Electric Vehicles

Telsa Model... Q? Maybe so. This week, Patrick and Tim discuss Tesla's supposed $30,000 new EV, plus the Lucid Gravity. And they're joined by special guests Abigail Bassett and Mack Hogan to chat about the 2024 InsideEVs Breakthrough Awards, saluting the year's best EVs.

Dec 13, 20241h 5m

Jaguar's Controversial EV Reboot, Stellantis Struggles, California VS. Trump

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The InsideEVs Podcast gets a reboot of its own as the Plugged-In Podcast. This week, Patrick and Tim chat about the controversy around Jaguar, Stellantis' losing battle and California's governor picking a fight with Elon Musk—and maybe President-elect Trump, too.

Dec 6, 202447 min

Ep 207207: Renault 5 Debuts, Retro Fiats, Ford NACS Launches, Apple Car Is Dead

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 200 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.On this InsideEVs podcast, we talk about the Renault 5, some funky Fiats and Ford launching its NACS charging adapter. We also discuss the rise of PHEVs and how Consumer Reports feels about them now and the death of the Apple car.

Mar 1, 20241h 0m

Ep 206206: Honda Prologue First Drive, Ultium Issues And Dacia Debuts A New Spring

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 199 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.On this InsideEVs podcast, we talk about our Honda Prologue first drive, GM's Ultium issues, the new Dacia Spring, and how much EV range you really need.

Feb 23, 20241h 2m

Ep 205205: Rusty Tesla Cybertrucks, And Why The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Is So Special

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 198 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.On this InsideEVs podcast, we discuss the rusty Tesla Cybertrucks, our drive of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and talk about Porsche's "very interesting" luxury electric minivan.

Feb 16, 20241h 0m

Ep 204204: The New Porsche Taycan Impresses and Ford's Cheap EV

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 197 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.On this InsideEVs podcast, we discuss the new and much improved 2025 Porsche Taycan and then offer up our take on Ford developing a cheaper EV platform.

Feb 9, 20241h 0m

Ep 203203: Which 'Cheap' Electric Cars With Over 250 Miles Of Range Would We Buy?

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 196 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, InsideEVs staff writer Kevin Williams, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.On this InsideEVs podcast, we discuss GM's commitment to launching new plug-in hybrids and then offer up our opinion on which of the cheapest EVs with at least 250 miles we think you should buy.

Feb 2, 202448 min

Ep 202202: Electric Porsche Macan Is Daring, Powerful And Packs Plenty Of Range

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 195 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwellwho has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss the all-new electric Porsche Macan and then turn our attention to some recent test drives of various Volkswagen ID. cars, including the ID.7. Finally, some Tesla Q4 talk concludes the show.

Jan 26, 20241h 1m

Ep 201201: Cold Weather Charging Woes, Rideshare Drivers Hog Stations, Cybertruck Called A Dud

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 194 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, X, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss some cold charging woes as well as clogged-up charging stations caused by rideshare drivers. Then we'll talk about the Cybertruck being a dud. We'll wrap the episode up with some Kia EV9 discussion.

Jan 19, 20241h 2m

Ep 200200: Highlights From CES, Tesla Model 3 Highland Launches In U.S., And AI Mishaps

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 193 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwellwho has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss some debuts at CES, the launch of the Tesla Model 3 Highland in the U.S. and a certain AI mishap making headlines this week.

Jan 12, 20241h 7m

Ep 199199: 2024 Electric Car Tax Credits, EV Sales And Cybertruck Charging

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 192 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss how EV tax credits will work in 2024 and discuss sales results for various automakers before diving into some Cybertruck charging news.

Jan 5, 20241h 5m

Ep 198198: Chevy Blazer EV Leaves Us Stranded, Tesla's Defective Parts, VW Gets Buttons

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 191 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss our how the Chevy Blazer EV left us stranded, Tesla's defective parts and VW putting buttons back in its cars. Then we'll take a look back at 2023 and forward into 2024.

Dec 22, 202359 min

Ep 197197: We Drive The Chevy Blazer EV, Porsche Macan EV And Discuss The Cadillac Vistiq

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 190 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss our first drive of the Chevy Blazer EV, as well as fill you in a bit on our long-term Blazer EV test drive. We'll also discuss our first drive of the Porsche Macan EV, as well as the reveal of the Cadillac Vistiq. Then we will dive into some truck news, including Ford reducing F-150 Lightning production, as well as some fun bits on the Tesla Cybertruck.

Dec 15, 20231h 7m

Ep 196196: 1.2 Million-Mile Tesla Model S, Cybertruck Foundation Series Pricing Announced

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 189 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss the 1.2 million-mile Tesla Model S, the pricing for the Cybertruck Foundation Series, as well as GM confirming that the next-gen Chevy Bolt will be available as an EUV-only.

Dec 8, 20231h 6m

Ep 195195: Tesla Cybertruck Debut And Delivery Event

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 188 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter, and Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss the debut and delivery of the Tesla Cybertruck, as well as info we've gleaned from the big reveal. Then we'll move on to an EVs-beating-diesel victory.

Dec 1, 20231h 2m

Ep 194194: Lucid Gravity Revealed, Cadillac Announces Optiq, Renault Twingo EV

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 187 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter.This week we will discuss the debut of the Lucid Gravity and the announcement of the upcoming Cadillac Optiq and Renault Twingo EV. We will also talk about which EVs charge the fastest and the slowest. Then we'll discuss our first ride in the Polestar 3.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Nov 17, 20231h 0m

Ep 193193: InsideEVs Podcast Featuring Doug DeMuro: Tesla Cybertuck Gaps, Leaked Specs, Ramcharger

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 186 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 1:00 PM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter. Additionally, this week's special guest is Doug DeMuro, a prominent YouTuber, automotive writer, and founder of Cars & Bids.This week we will discuss the debut of the Ram 1500 Ramcharger, as well as some rather odd marketing tactics associated with it.On the Tesla front, we will discuss the Cybertruck's poor fit and finish and some newly leaked specs for the truck.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Nov 10, 20231h 10m

Ep 192192: Chevy Equinox Priced, Cybertruck Stops An Arrow, Ford, Toyota, Chevy, VW Suffer EV Setbacks

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 184 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter.This week we will discuss Chevy Equinox pricing, followed by a lot of news regarding EV setback for Ford, GM, Toyota, and Volkswagen.On the Tesla front, we will discuss how the Cybertruck fared against an arrow and some new details that emerged regarding Teslas truck.Finally, we'll talk about some vehicles we've driven, including a manual transmission electric Toyota.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Nov 3, 20231h 15m

Ep 191191: Japan Mobility Show, Toyota Electric Truck, GM's EV Delays And Setbacks

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 184 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter.This week we will discuss several reveals from the Japan Mobility Show, including Toyota's compact electric truck, the Mazda Iconic SP and more. We'll even talk about GM's EV issues, including the delay of the Equinox EV.On the Tesla front, we will discuss what we'd like to learn from Tesla Cybertuck reservation holders and we'll dive into some details on whether or not the Cybertruck is really bulletproof.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Oct 27, 20231h 1m

Ep 190190: Tesla Cybertruck Production Hell, Cheap Model Ys, GM Delays EV Trucks, Tesla Q3

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 182 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.com and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter.This week we will discuss how to preserve your vehicle's battery. We will also talk about GM delaying some of its electric trucks. There's some Chargepoint news we will cover too.On the Tesla front, we will discuss Cybertruck production hell and the trucks official delivery date. Moving on to the Model Y, we'll touch on some fantastic incentives available and then we'll discuss Tesla's next-gen EV.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Oct 20, 20231h 1m

Ep 189189: Kia EV3, EV4, EV5, Toyota Solid-State Battery Progress, And Tesla's Falling Prices

InsideEVs is proud to present episode 182 of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, Patrick George, Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.com and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter.This week we will discuss a bunch of new electric Kias, including the EV3, EV4, and EV5. We'll talk about Toyota's solid-state battery progress too.On the Tesla front, we will discuss new color wraps for the Model 3 and Model Y, Cybertruck production estimates, and how Tesla prices continue to fall.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Oct 13, 20231h 5m

Ep 188188: Hyundai Adopts NACS, Toyota EV Production, Ford + GM EV Sales, Tesla Updates

InsideEVs is proud to present the one hundred and eightieth regular episode of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter.This week we will discuss how Toyota is reinventing its EV production, why Hyundai's NACS commitment is a big deal, and we'll touch upon US EV sales, some of which are rather dissappointing.On the Tesla front, we will discuss Semi production figures and pricing and get you up to date on the latest Tesla Cybertruck news.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Oct 6, 20231h 3m

Ep 187187: KIA EV9 pricing, Honda Prologue, Mercedes Drive Pilot, and the Tesla Cybertruck

InsideEVs is proud to present the one hundred and eightieth regular episode of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, and Alex Goy who is an all-around motoring person and a talented presenter.This week we will discuss the debut of the Honda Prologue, the just-announced pricing for the Kia EV9, Toyota's EV production plans, and the towing ability of the Silverado EV.On the Tesla front, we will discuss some Cybertruck updates and why Elon Musk thinks that the UAW's deal will bankrupt GM, Ford, and Stellantis.Subscribe to the InsideEVs YouTube channel and tap the bell icon to stay up to date with our new videos and podcasts.

Sep 29, 20231h 14m

Ep 186186: Toyota and Lexus Copying Tesla, Rare Model 3 Fire, Tesla Semi

InsideEVs is proud to present the one hundred and seventy-ninth regular episode of its weekly podcast. Available on the InsideEVs YouTube channel and all major podcast platforms – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Tune In. We also stream the show live on Facebook, Twitch, Twitter, and YouTube on Friday at 9:30 AM EST.Appearing on this episode is Laycee “Miss GoElectric,” an insightful veteran of the InsideEVs Podcast and her own media empire, Hazel Southwell who has been doing science-y deep thinking and reporting for outlets ranging from ESPN to Ars Technica, and Patrick George, the newly announced Editor in Chief of InsideEVs.This week we will discuss how both Toyota and Lexus are trying to be more like Tesla and a new electric go-kart speed record.On the Tesla front, we will discuss a rare Model 3 fire, Tesla battery longevity in hot and cold weather, and we will conclude by talking about the Tesla Semi's impressive range and charging in new independent tests.

Sep 25, 20231h 18m

Ep 185185: Kia Kona EV Debuts, Next-Gen Toyota Batteries, Will Chevy Sell A $30K Equinox EV?

This week we will discuss the updated Hyundai Kona Electric, as well as a petition sent to GM asking the automaker to commit to building its promised $30,000 version of the Equinox EV, and new details on Toyota's next-generation EVs. We'll even talk about two new electric vehicle records that are truly amazing.On the Tesla front, we'll discuss the suspected arson of Model Ys in Frankfurt, the recent Semi range tests, and even the teardown of a BYD Seal and how that relates to the Model 3. Lastly, we'll talk more about our time in the new Model 3.

Sep 18, 20231h 1m