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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 Tesla finally opening Model 3 orders to non-owners, an important Autopilot update is coming, we get to see more electric trucks, 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. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). 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 opens Model 3 orders to non-owners with reservations Tesla Model 3 impresses German automaker after being reverse-engineered Elon Musk’s brother is giving away the Tesla Model 3 #6 for a good cause Tesla extends delay on new Model S and Model X orders, says high demand is creating a backlog Tesla vehicles now dominates luxury segment in Europe, outselling flagship gas-powered German cars Tesla made over $2 billion in China last year, doubled sales and expanded retail/charging presence Tesla starts beta-testing new Autopilot update with new feature and more advanced neural net Tesla Semi defies laws of physics and is passing us by if true, says Daimler’s head of trucks A first look at Mercedes-Benz’s latest all-electric truck: the eActros Watch the Tesla-powered Honda Accord ‘Teslonda’ launch from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2b-Ce0qeDg

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla reaching a new production milestone, a Model 3 crash report demonstrate Tesla's quick feedback loop, 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. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). 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. Become a Patron! Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla confirms having produced its 300,000th electric car Tesla to make improvements to Model 3 after Elon Musk comments on crash aftermath Tesla brings new Roadster prototype to the Bay Area SpaceX is about to launch its first prototype internet satellites and Tesla is getting a ground station You can get a Tesla Model 3 in weeks if you are a Tesla owner in the US Tesla is currently fighting for the right to sell its cars directly in 8 states Porsche is working hard to sell its electric transformation to its motorhead fans Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcEtNdkphgo

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a review of Tesla's Q4 earnings, Model 3 delivery timelines being updated, Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy launch and Roadster publicity stunt, 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. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). 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) announces Q4 2017 earnings: record revenue of ~$3.3 billion and wide losses Tesla updates Model 3 delivery window for reservation holders, pushes standard battery pack to ‘late 2018’ Tesla gives update on Model 3 production: on track for 2,500 per week by next month Tesla Roadster successfully launched into space on SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket Elon Musk’s 10-year old Roadster might have turned into the best publicity stunt for Tesla Tesla is installing Powerwalls and solar power on 50,000 homes to create biggest virtual power plant in the world Tesla Model Y production plans to be unveiled in 3-6 months, capital investment starting this year, says Elon Musk First look at Ionity ‘ultra-fast’ charging network map of planned stations Polestar 2 will ‘not be a Tesla Model 3 killer’ and start ~$50,000, says CEO

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Model 3 vehicles being spotted going to Germany - presumably to be reverse-engineered, a Chinese EV startup raising a lot of money to produce its 'Tesla clone', Mercedes-Benz revealing its electric car production plans, 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We now have a Patreon if you want to help us keep the lights on and invest more in our content. You can get rewards in return Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla Model 3 vehicles spotted on their way to Germany, presumably to be reverse-engineered ‘Tesla clone’ EV startup secures $350 million investment from Alibaba and Foxconn Mercedes-Benz unveils aggressive electric vehicle production plan, 6 factories and a ‘global battery network’ Tesla keeps autonomous driving test program opaque, says no testing on California public roads Tesla maintains free Supercharger access for Model S and Model X Tesla referral program extended three months, gives owners and their friends a chance to race in a Tesla Semi Porsche has all-electric Mission E production prototypes, line is going up this year for volume production in 2019, says exec Waymo is adding ‘thousands’ of Pacifica plug-in hybrid vans to its self-driving fleet Tesla is in talks with electric truck customers to install ‘Megacharger’ stations, report says Jaguar tests all-electric I-Pace in extreme cold, gets a launch date Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET (or the video after 5pm ET): http://youtu.be/GebQXrhynRw

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's unveiling of a new CEO compensation package to keep Elon Musk for the next 10 years, a report claiming further Model 3 delays, Autopilot under federal scrutiny again, 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla updates Elon Musk’s CEO compensation plan with aim to become one of the biggest companies in the world Tesla (TSLA) shares fall after CNBC claims more Model 3 delays and quality issues Tesla Autopilot is under federal scrutiny again after Model S crash Tesla’s giant battery in Australia made around $1 million in just a few days First Tesla connector added to a public fast-charging station with CCS/CHAdeMO Another ‘ultra-fast’ electric vehicle charging network is coming to Europe Tesla opens another giant 50-stall Supercharger station – largest in the world Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulnIJ_yhoXk

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's expansion of Model 3 configuration invites and display fleet, BMW preparing its response to the Model 3, the fact that we are going to drive Elon Musk's boring machine (!!), 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. Update - Here's the show: Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla expands Model 3 configuration invites, sends out new display car Tesla Model 3 is coming to the East Coast with new display cars Tesla updates Model 3 configurator in preparation for more options Tesla Model 3 attracts large crowds with first display cars BMW now says that its Tesla Model 3 competitor iNext will have an insane 435-mile range Elon Musk’s Boring Company sends out invites to hat buyers to drive boring machine and tour tunnel Infiniti announces ‘it will go electric’ starting in 2021, but what does it mean? Startup that bought Mitsubishi’s factory is planning to make electric pickup trucks and SUVs Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JfykEA5IX0

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including our Tesla Model 3 review with Jameson Dow, Henrik Fisker unveils his EMotion all-electric car, Tesla start solar roof tile production at Gigafactory 2, 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. This week we have special guest Jaime Dow who received his Model 3 last week and wrote about it over the weekend for Electrek. Ask any questions you might have in the Youtube Channel. The show is live every Friday at 4pm ET on Electrek’s Youtube channel. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We are also now in TuneIn if you want to listen to the podcast directly in your Tesla. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: The Electrek Review – Tesla Model 3, a promise delivered Fisker officially unveils its new EMotion all-electric vehicle with 400-mile range Tesla starts solar roof tile installation process with regular customers, production starts at Gigafactory 2 Tesla updates Model 3 interior with new headliner material A majority of auto executives still think battery electric cars will fail, survey says Byton unveils its all-electric SUV starting at $45,000 with range up to 323 miles First Tesla Model 3 display cars are going to LA and Palo Alto Friday How-to: Update your Chevy Bolt firmware via USB so Android Auto and Google Assistant work beautifully Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqMyPhbBVpE

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's fourth-quarter delivery results, Model 3 production ramp update, electric vehicle range in extreme cold, 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. We are also now in TuneIn if you want to listen to the podcast directly in your Tesla. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla says Model 3 production rate at ‘over 1,000 per week’ and breaks quarterly delivery record with 29,870 vehicles Electric car range is affected by extreme cold, but at least the cars can start Tesla Model 3 Early Impressions – it’s as good as we hoped it would be Tesla launches a new web-based trip planning tool using the Supercharger network Nissan Leaf 2019 will have ‘over 225 miles’ of range, 100 kW fast-charging, and more, says report Tesla releases Model 3 winter wheel and tire packages for $1,700 and $2,500 Tesla opens Model 3 configurator to reservation holders on the East Coast and Midwest Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOOWX8FkM1U

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Elon Musk confirming Tesla pickup truck plans, Model 3 vehicles flowing out of Fremont factory by the hundreds and what we expect in the EV and renewable energy world in 2018. 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. Update: Here's the podcast embed: Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Elon Musk confirms Tesla pickup truck coming ‘after Model Y’ Truckloads of Tesla Model 3 vehicles spotted driving out of factory A look at the electric cars coming to market in 2018 What to expect from Tesla in 2018 Porsche Mission E to start at ~$75,000 with three performance trims, report says Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3utydufxZc

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla Model 3 deliveries ramp up, Tesla Powerpack system shows off its capacity in Australia, a new EV startup is born out of Faraday Future, 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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 (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don’t use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla Model 3 deliveries for regular buyers are finally rolling out in higher volume Tesla battery races to save Australia grid from coal plant crash – injecting 7MW in milliseconds Tesla releases Model 3 warranty with new 70% battery capacity retention guarantee Tesla Semi test program partner says that performance specs are for real Tesla releases new mobile app update with battery preconditioning feature and more Faraday Future expats spin off a new electric car startup Jaguar’s upcoming all-electric I-Pace to start at ~$76,000, say early reservation holders Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLbu-Fn9En4 Update: Here's the direct link for the audio podcast:

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla being on track for record deliveries this quarter according to our latest report, Model 3 production increasing, Tesla Semi and its new competitor, and much 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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: http://electrek.co/podcastRSS (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don't use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. As usual, we are going to start with our EV experiences this week. Here's a hint at what we are going talk about: https://twitter.com/FredericLambert/status/941353147724976128 And here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla is primed to have a stellar quarter for deliveries Tesla Model 3 production is increasing to 5,000 units per week, say suppliers Thor unveils electric semi prototype, tries to beat Tesla to market and convert other trucks to electric propulsion Tesla wins fight over auto dealers’ communications in Michigan – we might get to see some secrets Billion-dollar EV startup unveils electric SUV first photoshopped on a Mitsubishi Outlander Tesla releases 40% cheaper next-gen mobile connector for Model 3, S, and X Update: Listen directly here: Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HukcFwgaMio

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla's victory over car dealers in Missouri, Model 3s being delivered to customers, today's Nissan LEAF review, Boring Company progress and more. The Electrek Podcast is me, Seth Weintraub, founder and publisher of Electrek and the 9to5 network and Fred Lambert, editor in chief of Electrek 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. 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: http://electrek.co/podcastRSS (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don't use the Lybsyn link it points to). Grab the quick link to iTunes here. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla defeats car dealer association in Missouri court Tesla is reportedly linked to massive multibillion-dollar steel factory project The Electrek review – 2018 Nissan Leaf fills the space between entry-level EVs and Tesla Model 3/Bolt Tesla deploys 6 battery projects in order to power two islands in Puerto Rico, more to come Tesla is stockpiling even more Model 3 vehicles ahead of LA delivery center launch Elon Musk’s Boring Company unveils concept map of planned Los Angeles tunnel network Tesla opens Model 3 orders to more reservation holders Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1GcL7K4ZJ0

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we are discussing the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including our own experiences with Tesla's service, Tesla Semi truck orders pouring in, solar window efficiency increasing, 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. We are going to have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. After the show ends at around 5pm ET, the video will be Youtube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps through our RSS feed: http://electrek.co/podcastRSS (note this is a redirect which will change destinations in the upcoming weeks so don't use the Lybsyn link it points to). We have submitted it to Apple's podcast app, but it's not in the directory yet. Here's how to add it to listen on iPhone or iPad for now: Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast today: Tesla Semi gets 10 more electric truck orders from delivery giant DHL, bringing reported total to ~200 Solar powered smart windows break 11% efficiency – enough to generate more than 80% of US electricity 4 Tesla vehicles were stolen from Salt Lake City store and then recovered in a bizarre situation Tesla owner builds a bitcoin mining rig in a Model S to use free Supercharger power Airbus partners with Rolls-Royce and Siemens to build an electric airplane Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4pm ET: http://youtu.be/q3t2flx5jvc