In a surprise, Tesla is reportedly working on adding Apple CarPlay to its vehicles. Plus: Tesla sweeps the global EV sales charts for September, Ford CEO Jim Farley says his company was "shocked" when they took apart a Tesla Model 3, and more!

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Tesla held its annual shareholder meeting for 2025, and there's a lot to talk about, from the record-breaking CEO compensation package to the next markets for Robotaxi to a re-reveal date for the next-generation Tesla Roadster and much more!

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I took my first Robotaxi ride and I'd love to tell you all about my experience. Plus: Tesla published its Master Plan Part 4, then continued its busy week by proposing a massive new CEO compensation package, and more!

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Tesla Design Chief Franz von Holzhausen and Engineering VP Lars Moravy spend an hour sharing insights and previously unknown features of the Cybertruck with Jay Leno. Plus: one of the last major dominoes falls in the quest to standardize Tesla's NACS charge port, Cybershoes might be on the way soon, and more!

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A group of Tesla executives discusses some new features and innovations of the Cybertruck in a video with Sandy Munro. Plus: there's bad news about the future of the Model 3's federal tax credit eligibility, Giga Mexico is officially ready to break ground, and more!

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Cybertruck reservation holders have begun getting invitations to purchase their trucks…but there's a bit of a catch. Plus: Tesla clarifies the federal tax credit expectation for 2024 Model 3's, the Cybertruck might be able to swim a little bit after all, and more!

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Tesla held its long-awaited Cybertruck Delivery Event and I was lucky enough to be there! I'll recap all of the new information we learned about Tesla's stainless steel pickup truck, give you my impressions of the event, and so much more!

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Watch Marques "MKBHD" Brownlee's Cybertruck First Impressions here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxOh12Uhg08 

Watch Top Gear's Cybertruck First Impressions here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uefydJUbRhc

Watch Jason Cammisa's Cybertruck episode of ICONS by Hagerty here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6WDq0V5oBg 

Special guest Russell Shepherd, who is Michelin's Technical Communications Director, joins me to talk about how EVs are changing the tire world, the evolution of tire technology brought on by the likes of Tesla and others in the EV space, and more!

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More Cybertruck nuggets of information roll in as the official launch nears, from the configuration of the pedals to the size of the Dual Motor version's battery pack. Plus: the Cyberquad for Kids is back, the DeLorean's designer gives his blessing to the Cybertruck, and more!

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It's a Cybertruck-tastic week as not only did we learn how many power outlets and what type are on board, but Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen was spotted driving a matte black-wrapped one around. Plus: I had another close encounter with a very clean build, and more!

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Tesla's Stealth Gray paint color introduced at Giga Shanghai for the Highland Model 3 has made it to the United States, but only on the Model S and X for now. Plus: speaking of Highland, the Model 3 Ludicrous is one of a couple of Teslas that has some seat-related news this week, the Cybertruck is spotted "crab-walking," and more!

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We now know which versions of the Cybertruck will be built in the first year, courtesy of the US government. Plus: Tesla pulls a demand lever they've never pulled before, the Highland Model 3 Performance looks like it'll be getting a new name and/or a speed boost, and more!

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Tesla finally announced the launch date for the Cybertruck! Plus: highlight clips and analysis from everything Elon Musk and the Tesla executive team had to say on this week's Q3 earnings call, and more!

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Tesla Europe officially revealed the new Model Y Performance, and it's packing a few surprises that make it even better than anticipated. Plus: Tesla has been making news all around the world this week, from FSD Supervised rolling out in its first new region to Cybertruck launching in a new territory to the possible return of the Model S and Model X to Europe, and much more!

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BONUS: If you're in or going to be in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, bring your car to be professionally detailed at Immaculate Reflections! They're offering a Summer special: $200 off of any paint correction service, $500 off of any ceramic coating package, and 15% off of any PPF package. Check out his website at irdetailing.com

Tesla has finally begun offering a bunch of new colors on the Model 3 and Model Y…kind of. Plus: CyberBeer is on tap for North American Tesla fans, Tesla livestreamed an off-road test of the Cybertruck in some famously difficult conditions, and more!

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I had an unexpected close encounter with a release candidate Cybertruck and I want to tell you the whole story! Plus: The Cybertruck UI leaks, Tesla issues more price cuts on the Model 3 and Model Y, a new-but-not-really-new Model Y variant has been introduced, and more!

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Tesla's Giga Shanghai team is reportedly working on the next level of gigacasting that would forge the entire underbody of a car in one piece. Plus: Giga Texas is getting a Cyber Cafeteria, Carmax shares some interesting data about the ICE cars that Model 3 owners leave behind, and more!

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Credible evidence has been found for a new Model 3 Performance after that version wasn't in the initial Project Highland rollout – and it might be quicker than the old one. Plus: factory tours are back – but there's a catch, another fun Cybertruck feature has been confirmed, and more!

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Walter Isaacson's new authorized biography on Elon Musk is out, and it's got some interesting tidbits on both Tesla's $25k Gen 3 vehicle as well as the Robotaxi. Plus: Model S and X get an optional brake upgrade, older Model 3's get a long-desired retrofit option, Cybertruck's frunk might be powered after all, and more!

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Tesla's drive-in Supercharger/diner in Hollywood gets one step closer to becoming a reality, the price of the Model S and X's yoke goes way up, the three "barn-find" original Roadsters are back on the market, and more!

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The revamped Model 3, codenamed Project Highland, has been officially revealed in China and there's a lot to discuss! But the huge news doesn't end there this week, as the Model S and X got massive price drops, and FSD got a price adjustment too – but for once it went down, not up. Stay tuned, this is one of the biggest weeks of Tesla news in the entire eight years I've been doing this podcast!

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P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Get the best Dashcam/Sentry Mode microSD-based USB drive for your Tesla at www.puretesla.com/rtl and plan your next vacation with StorybookDestinations.com.  

Cybertruck sightings continue to ramp up as production nears, Tesla tied Lexus for the highest customer satisfaction among luxury car buyers in a new survey, another major automaker has pledged to support Tesla's North American Charging Standard, and more!

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P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Get the best Dashcam/Sentry Mode microSD-based USB drive for your Tesla at www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla has introduced a new variant for the Model S and Model X, but is it going to boost sales on those cars? Plus: yet more Project Highland rumors suggest the launch of the revamped Model 3 is imminent (at least in China), one of Tesla's major battery suppliers has a new cell that can recharge exceptionally quickly, and more!

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Rumors out of Giga Shanghai suggest that the Project Highland Model 3 revamp is imminent, the Cybertruck's frunk is seemingly revealed and it's causing a lot of discussion in the Tesla community. Plus: a Tesla executive steps down, Hardware 4 looks to be different on the Model Y compared to the S and X, and more!

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And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets or $500 off 15 tickets. Hurry – this is the final week, as the drawing is on August 20!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Get the best Dashcam/Sentry Mode drive for your Tesla at www.puretesla.com/rtl 

The new six-seat, longer-wheelbase Model Y L has officially launched in China, and we've got a ton of new details about the biggest Model Y ever as a result – and some of them are very pleasantly surprising! Plus: Model 3 adds a highly desired part back into the interior in China; the Model S, X, and Cybertruck get a fancy new Luxe Package; and more!

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And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

INTERESTED IN AN EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR YOUR TESLA? Be a part of the future of transportation with XCare, the first extended warranty designed & built exclusively for EV owners, by EV owners. Use the code Lightning to get $100 off their "One-time Payment" option! Go to www.xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/ (don't forget the coupon code RTL too!). 

BONUS: If you're in or going to be in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, bring your car to Immaculate Reflections! They're offering a Summer special: $200 off of any paint correction service, $500 off of any ceramic coating package, and 15% off of any PPF package. Check out the website at irdetailing.com

This week I've got a lengthy conversation with a man who converted a classic gas-powered muscle car into a long-range beast of a Tesla, and is now doing the same thing to a DeLorean. Enjoy!

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And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets or $500 off 15 tickets. Hurry – the drawing is on August 20!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Get the best Dashcam/Sentry Mode drive for your Tesla at www.puretesla.com/rtl 

A new report shows that Tesla is the most desired car in not only most of the United States, but also  around the world. Plus: Tesla continues to dominate California car sales, Giga India rumors heat up, a coalition of seven legacy automakers commit to a new nationwide fast-charging network, and more!

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And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win any Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets or $500 off of 15 tickets. Hurry – the drawing is on August 20!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code Lightning for $100 off your purchase.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Get the best Dashcam/Sentry Mode drive for your Tesla at www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla held its Q2 earnings call to discuss its just-completed monster quarter. I've got audio clips from Elon Musk and the Tesla executive team, including updates on Cybertruck, transferring your FSD package to a new car, and more!

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And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets or $500 off 15 tickets. Hurry – the drawing is on August 20!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

Get a free tumbler with any clothing purchase at birddogs.com/RTL. (Or just use the promo code RTL at checkout!)

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Tesla informs potential Model 3 buyers of a key upcoming change to the $7500 federal tax credit, Giga Mexico is about ready to start construction, Tesla opens its second V4 Supercharger, and more!

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And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets. Get your tickets by July 11 to also be entered into the early bird raffle!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

Get a free tumbler with any clothing purchase at birddogs.com/RTL. 

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. 

Tesla has announced its production and delivery numbers for the just-completed Q2, and the tallies are pleasantly surprising. Plus: a small but significant change to the Design Studio for Model 3 and Model Y buyers, a rumored construction-completion date for Giga Mexico, and more!

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And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets. Get your tickets by July 11 to also be entered into the early bird raffle!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. 

Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen showed up at a car show with the latest pre-production Cybertruck, and as a result we learned a few new details about the imminent stainless steel beast. Plus: more automakers sign on to use the North American Charging Standard, Tesla rolls out its first bit of advertising, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets. Get your tickets by July 11 to also be entered into the early bird raffle!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. 

Tesla doesn't just take the top spot in Cars.com's analysis of the most American cars – it takes the top four spots. Plus: more details emerge about Model 3's upcoming Project Highland revamp, the Cybertruck travels to the opposite end of the world for winter testing, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets. Get your tickets by July 11 to also be entered into the early bird raffle!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

More rumors about the features of the Model 3's imminent Project Highland revamp, including video evidence of one of those rumors being true. Plus: a Cybertruck prototype is spotted rocking a look we haven't seen before, new EV owners are overwhelmingly choosing the Model 3 and Model Y versus offerings from other automakers, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

Win a Tesla (including a Cybertruck) and help a great cause! Get your tickets today at CCFraffle.com and use the promo code RTL to get a $25 discount on two tickets. Get your tickets by July 11 to also be entered into the early bird raffle!

Go to xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code "Lightning" for $100 off your purchase.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

GM has joined Ford in adopting Tesla's North American Charging Standard for its next generation of EVs. Plus: Giga Nevada is cranking up production on battery cells…but not the 4680s, Tesla's negotiations for a Gigafactory in India appear to be getting more serious, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Word from Giga Shanghai is that Tesla's Model 3 Project Highland prototypes are rolling off the line and thus making the revamped sedan's debut imminent. Plus: a stash of original Tesla Roadsters in Maryland is rotting away…on purpose, the "barn find" Roadsters are going to sell for huge money, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

A new patent applied for by Tesla suggests that the next-gen Roadster might be doing some extra-crazy stuff to make it outperform other supercars. Plus: the Cybertruck's off-road armor package finally arrives, a near-future timeline and big expectations arrive for the upcoming version 14 of FSD Supervised, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly or (10% discounted!) annual pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier! And NO ADS at every Patreon tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

INTERESTED IN AN EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR YOUR TESLA? Be a part of the future of transportation with XCare, the first extended warranty designed & built exclusively for EV owners, by EV owners. Use the code Lightning to get $100 off their "One-time Payment" option! Go to www.xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/ (don't forget the coupon code RTL too!). 

BONUS: If you're in or going to be in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, bring your car to Immaculate Reflections! They're offering a Summer special: $200 off of any paint correction service, $500 off of any ceramic coating package, and 15% off of any PPF package. Check out the website at irdetailing.com

Autopilot Hardware 4 is starting to roll out on the Model Y, Tesla and Ford forge a huge charging alliance, Elon Musk says the next Gigafactory announcement is coming this year, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla held its annual shareholder meeting this week, and there's plenty to talk about! The topics include the Cybertruck, Tesla's next cars (plural), Optimus, the next-gen Roadster, and more! I've got highlight clips from Elon Musk and analysis of all of the information presented.

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

A Southern California city takes the boldest step towards introducing EVs into its police fleet by replacing its entire fleet with Teslas. Plus: Tesla's oldest partner is behind schedule on its 4680 battery cell production, the referral program has returned, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla has made the long-dormant Model 3 Long Range All-Wheel Drive variant available once again, but not everything is exactly the way it was before. Plus: three "barn find" original Roadsters are discovered with zero miles on the odometers, the Model S Plaid finally gets its Track Package that unlocks its 200 mph top speed, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla is reportedly bringing back a Model 3 variant we haven't seen in a few years, Munro and Associates makes a huge observation about the Cybertruck, I got my hands on some Tesla GigaBier from Europe, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla held its Q1 earnings call, and as always I've got all of the highlights and analysis from Elon Musk and the Tesla executive team. Plus: Tesla adjusts vehicle prices again, the Cybertruck release window narrows, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

An alleged photo of the upcoming Model 3 "Project Highland" revamp has hit the internet. I believe it's real and I'll tell you what I think of it. Plus: a ton of new features are coming to the Tesla in-car UI, including some long-awaited and welcome new accessibility options, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla has announced its Q1 production and delivery totals, with one of those figures being a bit surprising. Plus: Tesla has released another limited-edition alcoholic beverage, some new Cybertruck job listings lead some to wonder if the stainless steel truck is going to be painted (I'll tell you why it probably won't be), a cheaper Model Y is now officially available, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Pre-production Cybertruck sightings are happening more and more often, thus giving me some data with which to predict a start of actual production. Plus: whitehat hackers at a hacking competition successfully crack a Tesla, Giga Berlin hits a major production milestone right on schedule, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

A new report has the alleged details on what changes we can expect in Model 3's upcoming "Project Highland" revamp. Plus:  Tesla finally starts offering extended warranties again (including for Model 3 and Model Y for the first time ever), newer Teslas without ultrasonic sensors are finally getting equivalent functionality via their cameras, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

I'm joined by perhaps the only person in the Tesla community who pays closer attention to it than I do: Tesla tipster Sawyer Merritt, who I regularly cite on this podcast. We'll talk about how he got into the world of Tesla, what motivates him to do what he does, why he feels Tesla needs to start advertising, and much more. Enjoy!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly or (10% discounted!) annual pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier! And NO ADS at every Patreon tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

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P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/ (don't forget the coupon code RTL too!). 

BONUS: If you're in or going to be in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, bring your car to Immaculate Reflections! They're offering a Summer special: $200 off of any paint correction service, $500 off of any ceramic coating package, and 15% off of any PPF package. Check out the website at irdetailing.com

Tesla's 2023 is off to a huge start as the company ranks #1 in US luxury car sales for January. Plus: the first V4 Supercharger is now online, Tesla's latest Autopilot safety report is in, a longtime Tesla analyst is bearish on the Cybertruck's production ceiling, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Giga Mexico is on an accelerated timeline, with a new report suggesting that the next-generation Tesla could be released sooner than you think. Plus: the Model S and X each get another price cut AND a new paint color, a Cybertruck design patent gets granted, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl 

Tesla held its big Investor Day event, and we learned a bit about the next-gen vehicle platform, where the next Gigafactory is going to be, what the near-final Cybertruck looks like, and more!

If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier!

And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752.

P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl