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171: Tesla Euro Semi Specs Revealed, BYD Blade Beats It on Charging18 sept. 202601:04:25
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In this episode:
• Tesla Semi Euro specs revealed
• BYD debuts a Flash-charging big rig
• Lucid Motors lands 25,000 autonomous vehicle deal
• Much much more

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Special guest this week: Jaan Juurikas, founder and producer of EVwire.com

Host:
Martyn Lee from ev.news
https://www.ev.news/

Cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney / stateofchargewithtommoloughney 
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric With Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjiw6Jdf7DTiR_6m81XuNOw / @driveelectricwithdomenick 

170: Ford's $30K Fathom Truck Could Be Killed by Ban on CATL Battery Deal11 sept. 202601:05:38

In this episode:
• Ford Fathom’s future if US kills Chinese battery licensing deal
• Americans warming up to EVs as charging infrastructure confidence grows
• Chevy Bolt range testing at 70 and 80 MPH
• Much much more

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Cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

169: Range Rover Launches Electric. Geely Goes New Money Luxury.04 sept. 202601:02:40

In this episode:
• Range Rover Electric finally launching
• The Geely Galaxy Cruiser 700 sets new bar for bonkers
• Tesla Cybercab battery chemistry change at launch
• Much much more

Special guest this week: Mark Rainford  from Inside China Auto 
https://www.youtube.com/@InsideChinaAuto 

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Cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

168: Gas Prices Are Up. EV Sales Aren't. Why?02 sept. 202600:47:22

Gas Prices Are Up. EV Sales Aren't. Why?

Gas has stayed above $4 a gallon nationally for five months since the Iran conflict shut down the Strait of Hormuz — historically the kind of price shock that spikes EV sales, and it still is in Europe, Southeast Asia, and China. 

In the US, EV sales have basically stayed collapsed since the $7,500 federal tax credit expired last September. We dig into why: the actual sales numbers, the affordability paradox (cheap EVs exist and still aren't selling), and the real — and more complicated than you'd think — political split in EV adoption.

Guests:
🔋 Laycee ("Miss GoElectric") — product expert and educator 
https://www.youtube.com/@MissGoElectric

🔋 Matthew Hunsinger — Social psychologist at Pacific University 

🔋 Nikki Stern — Chief Analyst at Escalent and author of their EVForward reports
https://escalent.co/industries/automotive-and-mobility/

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167: Santa Fe EREV Leads Hyundai's US Push, Europe Bets on BEVs28 août 202601:09:27

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In this episode:
• Hyundai's plans to launch 100 new and refreshed models by 2030
• BYD celebrates 10,000 Flash Chargers installed - nine-minute charge to full!
• EVGo CEO speaks out on charger reliability & the future
• Much much more

Cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

166: Genesis GV90 First Look — Inside Korea’s New Flagship Luxury EV SUV21 août 202601:17:57

In this episode:
• Genesis GV90 makes a grand entrance
• Driving the Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV
• Raaaaange testing and charging the Mercedes CLA
• Much much more

Special guest this week: Jordan Schiefer from Kelly Blue Book https://www.youtube.com/@kbb

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Cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

165: 2027 Kia EV3: $29,890 Opens the Door, 321-Mile Range Costs You More14 août 202601:09:34
In this episode:
• Kia EV3 surprises with low price, big range 
• Lucid launches 1,076 HP Gravity GT-S
• Ionna gets JD Power kudos
• Much, much more!
164: When an Audi Q6 e-tron is the Perfect Replacement for a Rivian R1T12 août 202600:37:48
In this episode:
• Home charger recommendation for cold weather 
• Replacing a Toyota RAV4 hybrid with a Volvo EX40
• When it makes sense to swap out a Rivian R1T for an Audi Q6 e-tron
• Choosing between a Honda Prologue, Audi Q4 e-tron, and a Volkswagen ID.4
163: Ford’s $28,350 Electric Truck Is Real: Meet the Ford Fathom07 août 202601:12:27

In this episode:
• Ford's affordable electric truck gets an official name and starting price 
• Driving Chinese EVs as they  prepare for Canadian sales
• EVgo Adopts Tesla Superchargers

Our  special guest this week is Greg Prokopenko from YouTube’s Simply Gregster EV

162: Mercedes GLA EV Revealed: The US Won't Get This $47,000 CUV for a Year31 juil. 202601:11:34
In this episode:
• Mercedes-Benz GLA revealed 
• Ford partners with Geely for Europe
• Global EV sales hit new record
• Much, much more
161: Lucid Crashes 50% on Bankruptcy Rumor, Then Rockets Back — Plus VW's New ID. Cross17 juil. 202601:03:59

In this episode:
• Volkswagen ID Cross debuts
• Lucid bankruptcy rumor yoyo's its stock
• California EV incentive program signed into law

Cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

160: Mercedes AMG CLA: Brand's Cheapest Sedan Turned Super Sports Sedan10 juil. 202601:05:15

In this episode:
• Mercedes AMG CLA 45 debuts
• We Fast Charge the Rivian R2 
• Fiat Topolino price revealed

Cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

159: The Tough Truth About Heavy Duty Electric Trucks08 juil. 202600:49:01
Welcome to Battery Bargains, where we shortcut your search for the perfect EV.
Episode 59
• Deal of the week X 2
• Jason needs a pickup with big towing capacity
• David's looking for a highway cruiser for a big commute
• Sarah & Marcus wonder if Rivian R1T is right for an off-grid solar situation
158: BMW iX5 Debuts: A 435-Mile Spec Monster Built in the USA03 juil. 202601:03:43

This episode:
• The iX5 debuts with the biggest BMW battery ever
• Tom’s initial Rivian R2 range and charge testing
• Polestar gets the boot from the United States

157: Chevy Bolt: Best Budget EV for Students01 juil. 202601:01:58

In this episode, we find: 
• the deal of the week!!!
• an EV for a student looking for an affordable option with lots of range 
• an electric replacement for the owner of a totaled Chevy Bolt 
• an EV that's fun on twisty mountain roads

Our guests this week are Andrew Lambrecht from Ever Cars and Dave Conner from YouTube's Out of Spec Dave 

156: Slate is America's Cheapest EV Truck: No One Will Buy the Base26 juin 202601:08:58
In this episode:
  • Slate reveals official truck price, opens orders
  • Lucid cuts large chunk of employees. Again.
  • Rivian kills cheapest R1 trims 
  • Much, much more!

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

155: The $19k 2023 Subaru Solterra: An EV Deal We Didn't Expect To Find24 juin 202600:39:39

In this episode of Battery Bargains:
• a Volvo EX30 lessee looks to move up to mid-size
• a gas car owner wants to go electric for under $20,000
• a family of four wants an EV for their secondary car

Our guests this week are Andrew Lambrecht from Ever Cars and Dave Conner from Out of Spec Dave on YouTube

154: Porsche Taycan Gains Virtual Gears and a Bigger Battery, Loses US Wagons19 juin 202601:20:15
In this episode:
  • 2027 Porsche Taycan updates and goodbye to Cross Turismo
  • BMW M concept revealed
  • Slate Truck’s official price leaks
  • Much, much more!
153: Audi e-Tron Bargains And The Motor Problem You Can’t Ignore17 juin 202600:36:28
In this episode of Battery Bargains: 
• EV Bargain of the Week!
• An 800-volt EV under $30,000 for Marcus  
• Considering the wisdom of Sarah buying a highly depreciated German EV
• Finding an electric pickup truck with decent range for Dale
152: Rivian R2 Road Tested: The New Face Of EVs In America12 juin 202601:30:03
In this episode:
We drive the new Rivian R2
Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback reveal
GM launches Energy Pass
And much, much more!
151: GM Empowers EV Drivers: Energy Pass Unveiled & Free V2G Upgrades!09 juin 202600:39:13

A year ago, we spoke with GM Energy Chief Revenue Officer Aseem Kapur about the company's vehicle-to-home (V2H) system with PowerBank battery storage.

Now, he's back to update us on the evolution of GM's energy ecosystem. In this special mid-week edition of the podcast, Domenick Yoney and Tom Moloughney sit down with Aseem to discuss the real-world challenges and new solutions for EV owners today and what's on the way.

We talk about the vehicle-to-grid enablement for GM cars to happen with an over-the-air update. We also tackle the critical issue of EV education at the dealership level and how GM's 3D virtual "EV Concierge" is designed to simplify the process for buyers.

Finally, we look at how GM plans to resolve public charging fragmentation using the new GM Energy Pass—unifying access to major networks like Tesla and Ionna directly through the vehicle's native platform.

150: Electrify America Drops the Wallet: Your Trapped Cash Is Finally Free05 juin 202601:05:42

In this episode:
• Electrify America ditches pre-funding for pay-as-you-go  
• Rolls Royce debuts Spectre Series II 
• GMC floating a baby Hummer trial balloon? 
• much, much more
Tune in and get up to speed! 🚗⚡️🏁

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ |  https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

149: Ferrari Luce Launches To Everyone’s Disgust29 mai 202601:27:18

In this episode:
• Ferrari Luce launches and no one like it
• Driving across America in a 2027 Chevy Bolt
• Walmart’s monster charging network takes shape
• much, much more!

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

148: We Drive Volvo EX60: How Swede It is!21 mai 202601:02:27

This week, with special guest Alex Bessinger:
• We drive Volvo EX60, 
• Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé launches
• Rivian R2 configurator is live
• much much more!

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

147: Lexus TZ Brings Extra Level Of Cushiness To Highlander15 mai 202601:05:56
In this episode:
• The Lexus TZ 3-row electric SUV makes its debut
• The Tesla Semi battery sizes revealed 
• The best Chinese EVs in Europe 
• And much, much more!
146: The Best EV Cruiser to Replace a Toyota Avalon for Under $25k13 mai 202600:36:39

Battery Bargains is back! It's been some time, but we are back to help you shortcut the search for your perfect electric vehicle. 

In Episode 55, we’re hunting down incredible value in the used market and answering your specific EV buying questions:

The Avalon Successor: What do you buy when your 2004 Toyota Avalon finally reaches the end of the road? We find a "basically new" electric cruiser with 300+ miles of range and ultra-fast charging for under $25,000.

Tesla Software Alternatives: A Mustang Mach-E owner loves their car but misses the Tesla tech. We look at the best software-forward alternatives available for under $30k.

The Kia EV9 "Lemon" Gamble: Used EV9 prices are dropping fast, especially for manufacturer buybacks. We discuss the risks of the ICCU issue, warranty transfers, and whether these "lemons" are actually the best deal on the market.

Have a request? Email us your needs and budget, and you might be featured in a future episode!

145: BMW iX3 US Pricing & Range Impresses + Rivian R2 Truck Rumors Resurfacing!07 mai 202601:07:39

In this episode:

  • BMW official price and range figures for the iX3 revealed
  • Rivian R2 variants confirmed, pickup speculated
  • How the price of gas is or isn’t affecting EV sales in the US 
144: Beijing Auto Show Reactions w/ Lei Xing - Feels Like The Future Of EVs06 mai 202600:58:32

In this episode, we talk with China auto expert Lei Xing and and our co-host Kyle Conner about the being at the Beijng Auto Show, the future of (super) fast charging, testing autonomous driving systems, and lots more.

Our special guest Lei Xing is the co-host of China EVs & More https://www.chinaevsandmore.com/
He can also be found at https://x.com/leixing77 and https://www.youtube.com/@leixing77

143: 5-Minute Charging For The Masses: China’s New EV Reality01 mai 202601:23:30

In this episode:
* EV tech at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show blows our minds
* Testing Chinese FSD-like autonomous driving systems
* The Porsche Cayenne Coupé debuts

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

142: Mercedes C Class Electric Debuts with 400 Miles of Range26 avr. 202601:34:16
139: Mercedes EQS Refresh Just Copied the Cybertruck's Best Tech16 avr. 202601:34:17
In this episode:
Mercedes EQS gets Cybertruck steering, over 500 miles of range 
Charging the Denza Z9GT to full and driving it
Ionna takes over Circle K charging network
And much, much more!
138: Rivian R2 Range Confirmed: Official EPA Results Beat Initial Estimates09 avr. 202601:15:36
In this episode:
  • EPA says Rivian R2 beats Model Y in efficiency and range 
  • Rimac making battery packs for the BMW i7  
  • Alpitronic’s megawatt charger in the US
  • And much, much more!

Hosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ |  https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

137: Kia EV3 & Subaru Getaway: Two Massive Debuts for US Families02 avr. 202601:19:19
In this episode:
  • The Kia EV3 makes its US debut
  • Subaru reveals Getaway: a 3-row SUV 
  • Driving Porsche Cayenne Electric
  • And much, much more!

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ |  https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

136: 0 to 1,000 in a Year: Ionna CEO on Scaling to 30,000 by 203026 mars 202601:31:23
In this episode:
  • Ionna CEO Seth Cutler talks about achieving growth targets
  • Tesla Stops Making V3 Superchargers
  • Uber buying 10,000 Rivian R2 for autonomous duties 
  • And much, much more!

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ |  https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

135: BMW i3 Revealed: Birth of An Electric Ultimate Driving Machine19 mars 202601:11:11
In this episode:
  • Debut of the BMW i3 
  • We see the Lucid Cosmos in person
  • And much, much more!


Regular cohosts:

Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/
https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney

Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/

Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/

Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

134: Rivian R2 - Prices, Range & Specs Confirmed13 mars 202601:20:15

All trims use an 87.9 kWh usable battery. Here are the trims in order of release date:

Performance (Dual AWD) — $57,990 w/ Launch Package — Spring 2026
656 hp / 609 lb-ft torque
0–60 mph in 3.6s
Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated)

Premium (Dual AWD) — $53,990 — Late 2026
450 hp / 537 lb-ft torque
0–60 mph in 4.6s
Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated)

Standard RWD Long Range — $48,490 — Early 2027
350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque
0–60 mph in 5.9s
Up to 345 miles (Rivian-estimated)

Standard RWD (base) — ~$45,000 — Late 2027
350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque
0–60 mph in 5.9s
Up to 275 miles (Rivian-estimated)

All prices exclude the $1,495 destination and freight charge.

Performance & Capability
Nearly 2,000 lbs lighter than R1 with a 115.6-inch wheelbase​
9.6 inches of ground clearance, 25° approach angle, 26° departure angle​
19.7 inches of wading depth​
Up to 4,400 lbs towing capacity (optional on most trims)​
Semi-active suspension exclusive to Performance trim​

Charging
Native NACS port with Supercharger network access; CCS adapter support​
10–80% charge in 29 minutes​

Technology
Rivian Autonomy: L2 hands-free driving on 3.5M miles of US/Canada roads — $49.99/month or $2,500 one-time; free lifetime access included with Launch Package​
11 HDR cameras (combined 65MP) + five-radar perception stack​
200 sparse TOPS of edge AI compute for in-cabin experience (works offline)​
Forthcoming Rivian Assistant voice AI running locally on the vehicle​
Haptic Halo steering wheel dials (scroll, push, pull, tilt) — designed in-house​
Dual digital displays (driver display + centre display)​
OTA software updates via vertically integrated hardware/software stack​
5G connected but offline-capable​

Interior & Utility
Seating for 5 adults; 40.4 inches of rear legroom and headroom​
90.1 cu ft total enclosed storage; 5.2 cu ft front trunk (fits carry-on + backpack)​
Rear drop glass window lowers fully into liftgate (Performance & Premium only)​
Fold-flat rear seats for level loading surface​
Dual gloveboxes, removable USB-C power bank/hand warmer, door-mounted Rivian Torch flashlight​
Upcycled Birch wood accents; headliner made from recycled ocean plastics​

Launch Details
Reservations open now with $100 refundable deposit​
On display at SXSW 2026 (March 13–18) at the Rivian Roadhouse​
Online configurator opening in coming months​
Pricing is US market only; Canadian details to follow closer to launch

133: Rivian Adventure Department Is RAD — BMW M and AMG Ambitions05 mars 202601:11:18
In this episode:
  • Rivian gets RAD, launches performance department 
  • Porsche Taycan winter range test
  • Volvo EX60 demand prompts production boost
  • And much, much more!

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ |  https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

132: We Drive Polestar 3 & 4 Back To Back! Tom's Snowblower Breaks The Internet, Again26 févr. 202601:12:53
In this episode:
  • Driving Polestar 3 Upgraded and Polestar 4
  • A more affordable Tesla Cybertruck trim
  • Donut Labs sharing its first testing results
  • And much, much more!


Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ |  https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick 

131: Ford's Road To Their EV Future! Universal EV Platform Huge Updates, Polestar Revamps Lineup, & More19 févr. 202601:18:42

In this episode:
• Ford Universal EV Platform
• Driving the Porsche Macan GTS
• Polestar announces four new models
• Much, much more!

Regular cohosts:
Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
https://evchargingstations.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/@StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
https://outofspecstudios.com/
Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick

130: Rivian R2 Prototype: First Drive Revelations13 févr. 202601:31:01
Fresh episode!
• Rivian R2 prototype first drive revelations 
• Toyota Highlander debuts as a 3-row EV 
• Ferrari Luce interior revealed 
• Much, much more!
129: Fixing the Flaw of Gravity: Emad Dlala on Lucid’s 3.4.1 Solution11 févr. 202601:17:30
Hello and welcome to the Batteries Included Podcast.
It's Friday, February the 6th, 2026 and this is episode number 125.

On today's show, we'll be talking about:

  • A pivotal Lucid Gravity software update with Senior Vice President, Engineering & Digital Emad Dlala  
  • Toyota C-HR’s new price tag
  • a new study showing used EVs are the best bargains

…and of course, much, much more
I'm your host Martyn Lee from the EV News Daily Podcast

Joining us today is the sapient Mr. Tom Moloughney, Senior Editor at InsideEVs and host of the YouTube channel State of Charge.

We also have Domenick Yoney, long-time EV journalist and host of the YouTube channel Drive Electric With Domenick.

Our special guest today is Emad Dlala, Senior Vice President, Engineering & Digital at Lucid Motors.

128: Tesla Model S And X Suffer Death By Robot30 janv. 202601:24:51

In this week's show:
• Tesla kills Model S and X to make room for robots
• Pilot  partners with Tesla for a Semi charging network
• The Chevy Bolt facing its demise in 18 months

127: $65,000 Question: Buy Rivian R2 or Wait for Volvo EX60?23 janv. 202601:33:14
In this episode:
• Volvo EX60 and EX60 Cross Country debut
• Tesla Replaces Autopilot With FSD Subscriptions
• Charging The Lucid Gravity At The One True V4 Supercharger
• Much, much more!
126: Made in America? Your Next Electric Vehicle Purchase Could Be A Zeekr 7GT16 janv. 202601:33:40
In this episode:
• Chinese EVs are coming to America!
• Chinese EVs are coming to Canada!
• Rivian R2 rolls off the assembly line for the first time 
• Much, much more
125: Donut Labs Could Kill Combustion With The Solid-State Battery in This Bike10 janv. 202601:30:13
In this episode:
• The solid-state battery that could kill combustion cars
• Volvo teasing the EX60 with big range promises
• Racing 2,000 miles non-stop in a Lucid Gravity
124: Every Electric Vehicle Coming To The US In 2026 For The First Time03 janv. 202601:30:56
In this episode:
• We talk about every electric vehicle coming to the US in 2026 for the first time.
123: Ford’s $19B Electric Truck Retreat: What It Means For EVs In The US20 déc. 202501:46:30
In this episode:
· Ford kills its full-size electric trucks, developing an eREV replacement
· Kyle drives the new Mercedes CLA
· Europe ending its 2035 ban on ICE 
· Much much more
122: Eyes Off the Road: Rivian’s Bold Autonomy Reveal at AI Day12 déc. 202501:14:00
In this episode:
  • Rivian promises eyes-off autonomy and more in the not-distant future
  • The Fiat Topolino, weirdly, is coming to the US
  • The all-electric Subaru Uncharted’s new US price tag
    …and of course, much, much more



121: We Drive The Most Important BMW For 2026: the iX308 déc. 202501:12:24
· Kyle drives the Neue BMW iX3
· Lexus shocks auto world with electric LFA
· lowered CAFE standards vs promise of Kei cars
· Much, much more!
120: Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Gets Green Light,Smoke Show Ensues29 nov. 202501:26:54
In this episode, with special guest John Voelcker:

  • Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe gets the green light

  • Where is America’s $15,000 EV?

  • Driving Lucid Gravity down the entire East Coast
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