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This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including more details on Tesla's upcoming Model S/X refresh, the upcoming Tesla Autonomy event, new electric vehicles from Shanghai and New York auto shows. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla is planning a bigger Model S/X refresh than we thought Tesla Gigafactory 1 battery cell production is still limited to about 23 GWh, says Elon Musk Tesla spotted filming self-driving demo ahead of autonomy/Tesla Network event Tesla releases fascinating new ‘impact report’, claims it helped prevent 4 million tons of CO2 Tesla is developing a ‘unique battery recycling system’ Canada’s $5,000 EV incentive starts next month, Tesla officially disqualified VW unveils new all-electric SUV with long range and sleek interior NIO unveils new all-electric sedan and fast-charging station ‘Tesla-clone’ Xpeng unveils new electric sedan with over 300 miles of range Genesis reveals “Mint,” a luxury electric city car concept GM files ‘Bolt EUV’ trademark – hinting at new electric car Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LVEtRE51hU

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's $35,000 Model 3 broken promise following lineup changes, Model 3 leases being introduced, a new Autopilot strategy, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla kills base $35,000 Model 3, increases prices, makes Autopilot standard Tesla opens orders for cheaper Model 3 version in Europe and China Tesla launches Model 3 leases, will keep cars for autonomous Uber-like service after term Tesla’s new Autopilot computer is only at 5% capacity, current 2.5 at ~80% Tesla releases new Autopilot safety report: more crashes but still fewer than when humans drive Tesla and Panasonic suspend investments in Gigafactory expansion, report says Tesla and GM could get back federal tax credit for another 400,000 electric cars with bi-partisan bill SF Motors becomes Seres, launches production SF5 sleek 684HP electric crossover with 300 miles of range Geely launches new global all-electric brand Geometry, unveils a $31,000 ‘high-end sedan’ Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a80dwn_R-mc

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's first quarter 2019 delivery and production numbers, Model 3 is taking over Europe, Autopilot Hardware 3.0 enters production, Tesla Semi production comes back into focus, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla releases Q1 2019 numbers: produced 77,100 vehicles and delivered 63,000 Tesla Model S / X sales crash against anticipated upgrade, end of full US tax credit, Model 3 cannibalization The numbers are in and Tesla Model 3 is invading Europe Tesla’s $35,000 base Model 3 still doesn’t exist Tesla confirms new full self-driving computer is in production, will demonstrate capability this month Tesla Semi electric semi truck production back into focus, Elon Musk is looking forward to it Tesla Semi prototypes show up at Gigafactory 1 amid production rumors First look at Tesla’s highly-anticipated CCS adapter Audi e-tron electric SUV gets 204 miles EPA rating, deliveries start in the US next month GM promised to introduce 2 new EVs by now, where are they? Toyota opens patents to help save hybrid cars, but it won’t work Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVp0Cr2Pg4g

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's biggest end-of-quarter sale keeps getting bigger, some new Autopilot capabilities, and a look at the base Model 3's efficiency, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla raises Model Y prices by $1k, will raise inventory car prices April 2 Tesla delays deliveries of Model 3 with Standard battery pack Watch Tesla Autopilot stopping at red light on its own for first time [Warning: not available yet] Tesla starts rolling out new Dynamic Brake Lights feature Tesla Model 3 gets higher 134 MPGe efficiency with new battery pack, Hyundai Ioniq still king Tesla is shaking up German automakers with Model 3 doing surprisingly well on their home turf Tesla Model 3 right-hand-drive spotted in the wild ahead of launch Tesla starts unlocking more power in existing Supercharger stations Tesla CEO Elon Musk sends letter to assuage employees, tells them to prove themselves GM will not reduce Chevy Bolt EV prices after federal tax credit phase out Lightning Strike electric motorcycle unveiled: the most affordable high power electric sportbike Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HtLDNRCwL4

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's price increases and discounts, Tesla's new referral program (use ours!), a possible new Model S/X charge rate, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla delays price increase – boost orders at the end of the quarter Tesla increases prices across lineup – not as high as expected Tesla kills yearly service program, focuses on EV requiring less maintenance Tesla updates new 200+ kW Model S/X charge rate before reverting it to normal Tesla starts rolling out new Navigate on Autopilot and Enhanced Summon features Tesla is bringing back referral program to win Model Y and Roadster signed by Elon Musk Tesla brings back free Supercharging as end-of-quarter incentive – with a caveat Tesla remotely increases power output of all Model 3 vehicles through software update GM makes $300 million investment to produce new Chevrolet EV based on Bolt EV VW threatens to exit important automaker lobbying group over electric vehicle policies Canada announces new $5,000 incentive for electric cars, Tesla vehicles excluded Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUwzF0csxLk

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla unveiling Model Y to mixed reviews, Autopilot price controversy, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla unveils Model Y electric SUV with 300 miles range and 7-seats Tesla unveils design of Gigafactory 3 in Shanghai, announces ambitious capacity Tesla Model Y: a great electric crossover with questionable rush to open orders Tesla increases Model 3 range through software update Tesla Model 3 takes over Europe Tesla lays off almost half its global recruiting team in attempt to cut costs Tesla is bringing Autopilot prices ‘back to normal’, Elon Musk admits mistake Tesla tuner develops Model 3 mods to improve drag, efficiency, and range VW ID all-electric hatchback pre-orders open May 8, production version comes in September Rivian patents modular box system for its R1T electric pickup truck Fisker to unveil ~$40,000 all-electric car Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_jJ3hy_Q80

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's new V3 Supercharger, Tesla's insane mode sales transition, owner blowback regarding price changes, and more. Support our show! This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla launches new Supercharger with 1,000 mph charging, better efficiency, and more Tesla owners literally protest over drastic price cuts Tesla is closing a first wave of stores starting today Tesla told to stop listing Model 3 prices ‘after gas savings’ in Germany, should they do it globally? Tesla Model 3 design flaw results in sand and water getting stuck in underbody Tesla produces first batch of standard Model 3 vehicles Tesla shouldn’t reach volume Model 3 standard battery pack production until ‘mid-year’, says Musk Tesla updates self-driving language, creates confusion and walks back features Audi unveils small electric Q4 e-tron SUV with 280 miles of range Mercedes-Benz unveils EQV all-electric minivan with almost 250 miles of range Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC3Ot0wEmNk

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week we are going to mainly focus on the biggest story; the launch of the base $35,000, and all the craziness that came with it, but we will also discuss the new Nissan Leaf Plus, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla finally launches base Model 3 for $35,000 with shorter range and new interior Tesla changes entire sales strategy, makes sales online-only, closes stores w/layoffs Tesla says ‘Automatic driving on city streets’ including responding to traffic lights/stop signs coming this year Tesla releases new Model S battery pack, makes massive price drop, kills base Model X pack Elon Musk says Tesla unlikely to be profitable this quarter, TSLA stock falls Tesla (TSLA) stock regains as SEC overreach claimed on Elon Musk tweet ‘contempt’ VW admits Tesla has advantage with EV because they don’t have to protect gas car business Nissan LEAF Plus first drive review: more of a good thing The Nissan Leaf Plus starts at $36,550 Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BbDnU81srQ  

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla scaring reservation holders by removing mention of $35,000 base Model 3, Tesla preparing Model 3 leasing, an interesting EV efficiency test, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. This week, the show is sponsored by Dandelion: Dandelion is the leading home geothermal company in New York. Homeowners who make the switch to geothermal heating save on average $2,250 per year. Visit DandelionEnergy.com/electrek to see if your home qualifies. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla removes any mention of standard Model 3 battery from website – fans panic Tesla is preparing to offer Model 3 leasing to boost demand Tesla’s incredible efficiency lead is becoming clear with range test against Audi e-tron and Jaguar I-Pace Tesla’s Self-Driving system is coming by the end of the year but will require driver oversight, says Elon Musk Tesla Sentry Mode: Interesting new details Tesla is a top priority for automakers, says BMW dealer who admits Model 3 is affecting sales Tesla Powerwall captures majority of mindshare in home battery market but can’t deliver, report says Rivian patents “removable auxiliary battery” for its R1T electric pickup truck China’s Kandi announces US approval to sell EX3 and K22 EVs, stock up 40% Mercedes-Benz reportedly delays EQC electric SUV volume deliveries to November LG reportedly threaten to cut VW’s battery cell supply for EVs over gigafactory plans Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIeOg2aaXvI  

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla releasing several software updates like Sentry Mode and Dog Mode, Porsche Taycan sightings, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla launches new Sentry Mode to ‘protect against break-ins and theft’ First look at Tesla’s Sentry Mode with Space Odyssey AI Easter egg Tesla releases ‘Dog Mode’ to keep your puppies safe and cool inside their cars Tesla releases new software update with blind spot warning and auto-folding mirrors Tesla ends contract to prepare Model 3 for delivery in Europe a week after first ship Tesla reports no autonomous miles in California again – what does it mean for ‘full self-driving’? Tesla Model 3 cost surprised Porsche and Audi after reverse-engineering Porsche Taycan’s frunk and automatic charge port spotted on prototype Porsche Taycan prototypes spotted winter testing, huge performance brake revealed Electric pickup truck startup Rivian confirms $700 million round of funding led by Amazon Mercedes-Benz says its first electric EQC SUV is already sold out for the year Audi unveils design of Q4 e-tron – a new all-electric compact SUV Toyota produces shameful anti-electric vehicle ad to sell Corolla hybrid Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFe0BtRhuHw  

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla buying a new battery technology, Model 3 price reduction, the Model 3 European launch, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla acquires ultracapacitor and battery manufacturer for over $200 million Tesla’s newly acquired battery tech could result in more power, longer range, and more durability Tesla reduces Model 3 price, now starts at $42,900 before incentives Tesla Model 3 comes to Europe with first massive shipment arriving at Zeebrugge port Tesla starts Model 3 deliveries in Europe, with some delays Tesla Model 3 reaches new record charge rate of 126 kW – faster on CCS than Superchargers Tesla is setting up casting lines in Gigafactory 1 ahead of Model Y production Tesla reopens Amazon store again after weird launch [Updated] Tesla reaches deal with Electrify America to deploy Powerpacks at over 100 charging stations Study shows electric cars lose 41% of range in ‘icy temperature’, Tesla disputes the claim Republican senators push new bill to kill electric vehicle tax credit completely and add new EV tax Volkswagen wants other automakers to use its MEB electric platform Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qr6NOz-gDj8

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's Q4 earnings, Tesla's new software-locked battery pack, the Kia Niro EV, and more. The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla (TSLA) releases Q4 results: beat on revenue – deliver a little lower on profit Tesla wants Model Y to reach volume production ‘likely’ at Gigafactory 1 next year Tesla Model 3 update: production gets more efficient, 10k/wk and China by end of 2019 Tesla Pickup truck may be unveiled this summer, says CEO Elon Musk Tesla is ramping up ambitious self-driving push in 2019 Tesla CFO Deepak Ahuja retires again, Zach Kirkhorn to replace Tesla launches new cheaper Model S and Model X with software-limited battery pack Tesla Model 3 Performance gets put to the test on race track at new ‘Tesla Corsa’ event Tesla officially launches Model 3 in China, announces cheaper version coming Tesla launches new multi-state effort against direct-sales ban Kia Niro EV first drive: one of the most important EVs to hit the market Hyundai reveals full Kona EV U.S. prices – starting at $36,450 Koenigsegg takes $170 million investment from NEVS, says will ramp up electrification Porsche Taycan owners will get three years of free charging on Electrify America’s network Audi unveils e-tron electric SUV charging pricing structure, it’s not simple or cheap Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wl4GN9MQz0

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Supercharger prices, Porsche Taycan coming in a big way, a new electric motorcycle war, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla drastically increases Supercharger prices around the world Tesla cuts Supercharger prices back down after customer backlash over increase Tesla Model 3 receives European homologation as first batch is on its way Tesla Model 3 tops resale value ranking, report says Tesla Model S and Model X production most affected by layoffs, report says Tesla is working on ‘Sentry Mode’ for 360° dashcam surveillance, says Elon Musk Tesla reveals new self-driving Autopilot hardware 3.0 computer diagram ahead of launch Tesla applies for series of patents for new AI chip in Autopilot Hardware 3.0 Tesla is now using more sophisticated algorithm with temperature to better predict range Porsche plans to produce an impressive 40,000 all-electric Taycan cars per year, report says Porsche shares more details about all-electric Taycan production version Porsche says its EV factory walls absorb nitrogen dioxide – pollutant its cheating diesel cars were emitting Volvo’s Polestar releases more images of its ‘Tesla Model 3 competitor’ with Google UI Zero teases ‘first of its kind’ electric motorcycle with new image, hints at higher speed and power Lightning Strike 150 mph & 150 mile range electric motorcycle opens pre-orders today Honda shows new electric prototype, says ‘mass production version’ coming this year Petro Canada starts deploying its own electric vehicle chargers at gas stations Toyota and Panasonic confirm wide-ranging new battery partnership for electric vehicles Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjjW_Vbhbfw

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla announcing a round of layoffs, the end of the referral program, a few new electric vehicles are announced and unveiled, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: TSLA profit drop in Q4, 7% workforce cut planned after growing 30% last year Tesla will end referral program to help Model 3 cost, says Elon Musk Tesla is giving away over 80 new Roadsters for free, which might have killed the referral program Tesla is giving a Model 3 away to a hacker who can crack it Tesla implements innovative way to avoid gas cars ‘ICEing’ Superchargers Tesla vehicles targeted in series of break-ins, owners try to find solutions Tesla launches new Wall Connector with NEMA 14-50 plug Cadillac reveals images of the brand’s first EV, built on GM’s “BEV3” platform to challenge Tesla GM confirms it’s moving away from hybrids to focus on all-electric Ford confirms all-electric F-Series pickup truck coming Ford and VW are considering partnering on electric vehicles Audi is bringing its all-electric supercar to production to compete with new Tesla Roadster Mercedes-Benz is planning a smaller all-electric SUV to be unveiled this year VW is investing $800 million in US factory to build electric cars Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00pm ET (or the video after 5:00pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_TuWR2uuag

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla changing its battery pack options, a flying Tesla Roadster?, Harley-Davidson finally launching its electric Livewire motorcycle, and more. Support our show! The Electrek Podcast is me, Fred Lambert, editor-in-chief of Electrek, and Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network, discussing all our top stories of the week while taking questions from our readers and highlighting the most insightful comments on the site. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. As a reminder we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the Youtube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: https://electrek.co/podcastRSS. Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla is discontinuing 75 kWh battery pack for Model S and Model X Tesla is getting ‘some regulatory pushbacks’ over new Autopilot feature, says Elon Musk Tesla releases new safety report: more accidents but Autopilot still appear safer than humans Massive Tesla Model 3 shipment spotted ahead of first oversea deliveries Tesla Roadster is going to be able to hover over the ground, says Elon Musk Tesla officially breaks ground at Gigafactory 3, Musk confirms Model Y production, and more Harley-Davidson unveils Livewire specs and prices, shows off 3 new urban electric motorbikes Nissan LEAF Plus is a speedy 214HP hatchback w/226 mile range, hits US in Spring Best of CES: Harley-Davidson Livewire, Swagtron Swagcycle 2 and more GM plans to challenge Tesla with Cadillac as its lead electric vehicle brand Ford announces electric versions of all vehicles in Europe Audi is going to unveil a small electric SUV to compete with Tesla Model Y Volkswagen launches energy and charging unit to complete energy loop like Tesla Energy Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 3:30pm ET (or the video after 4:30pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsokXFE70Qg