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The Watt Car EV Podcast

The Watt Car editors and guests discuss the latest automotive electrification news, covering EVs, hybrids, plug-ins, fuel cells, and beyond. Check out thewattcar.com for our take on what’s happening in the industry.

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00:54:08

TWC Podcast #148: Under a Shroud of Darkness Comes...

The Watt Car EV Podcast ·

2023/12/07

It’s been a week since the production-ready Tesla Cybertruck was unveiled in a darkened room, and since then, we’ve learned a lot — but even still, many mysteries linger. We dive into the Cybertruck’s unveiling and the specs that have since been uncovered about this radically designed truck. Will the Cybertruck succeed, are the specs good enough, what are the long-term prospects? We (attempt to) get to the bottom of it all…Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music,

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00:48:17

TWC Podcast #147: Shut Up and Take My Money

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2023/11/30

The Cybertruck is about to be revealed — we’ll have more about that next week. This week, let’s talk about something else that should have no problem selling units: the Scout. Turns out, Scout’s new owner Volkswagen has plans to have a third party produce the cult classic — but who? We’ll tell you. We’ll also tell you about powered Class 8 trailers, the problem with hydrogen, how CNG fueling compares to megawatt charging, and more, all on this week’s episode of The Watt Car EV Podcast. Subscribe

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00:47:55

TWC Podcast #146: The Ghost of LA Auto Show

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2023/11/23

This week, we’re “live” from the 2023 LA Auto Show. Was it the blockbuster gathering it’s been in the past? Hardly. But there were numerous hidden diamonds in the rough. Lucid had a presence for the first time, Kia brought a couple EV concepts, Acura showcased its upcoming electric SUV, but the real gems we uncovered were ones you would never suspect.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your

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00:37:25

TWC Podcast #145: Canoo’s Doka

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2023/11/16

Canoo unveiled its EV pickup — again! Supposedly called the American Bulldog, we think it looks more like a VW Doka…and that’s not a slam. But before we get to that topic on this week’s podcast, we discuss how the UAW strike might be far from over, the future of the Ram TRX, Lucid’s foray into electric pickups, strange bedfellows for Mercedes, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use

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00:37:37

TWC Podcast #144: Tradition, Heritage, and Stuff

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2023/11/09

Stellantis is in the news this week with several significant announcements, and we can’t wait to jump in because with Ram, Dodge, and Jeep, nothing is ever quite what it seems. For instance, Ram’s latest electric truck has an engine, but the engine doesn’t drive the wheels. Dodge, meanwhile, originally announced an EV Charger, and is now circling back to gas, while Jeep is going the opposite direction, seemingly embracing a fully electric future (will its fans follow?). We also talk about the future

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00:50:24

TWC Podcast #143: The Shine is Gone?

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2023/11/02

Is the shine gone from EVs? From Ford and Chevy cutting EV truck production, to Tesla’s disappointing third quarter profits and tempering Cybertruck expectations, Hertz suffering from its electric investment, and more, there’s been a lot of news over the last two weeks that show that EVs aren’t all puppy dogs and rainbows. Is this the beginning of the end for electrification or just an inevitable speed bump as the world charges into the future? We dig in. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts,

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00:43:37

TWC Podcast #142: Death Hug

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2023/10/26

On this week’s podcast, we dive into the Big Three (Stellantis, General Motors, and Ford) and their most recent clash with the UAW (United Automobile Workers). We rewind the clock to 2008, then fast forward to today before discussing what the UAW wants, what the Big Three argue, and where the strike might lead. What does the future hold? We tackle that topic, too.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more

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00:45:12

TWC Podcast #141: Elephant in a Tutu

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2023/10/19

Kia adds three to its now-quintuplet of EVs, and we can’t help but toss in our $0.02. We also revisit a topic from last week by comparing the Corvette E-Ray to something McLaren’s leadership recently said, then we dive into Ford cutting F-150 Lightning production, Ram’s REV battery costing a small fortune, Nio being on the precipice of releasing EVs with solid(ish) state batteries, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher,

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00:44:51

TWC Podcast #140: The First Step in the “When”

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2023/10/12

On this week’s podcast, we have a few words for car dealerships and their place in the future — and none of those words are good. We also talk about the Hyundai Group adopting NACS in the U.S., EV rebates becoming a point-of-sale benefit, Porsche teasing the Macan EV, McLaren talking electric supercars, Lucid taking its first public step in producing a $50,000 midsize EV, and more! Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts,

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00:45:52

TWC Podcast #139: The Situation’s Improving

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2023/10/05

Battles heat up in the EV world. In the SUV market, Tesla raises (or perhaps lowers) the bar with a less expensive RWD Model Y, while Honda unveils its competitively equipped Prologue. In the pickup arena, Ford reveals the Flash version of its F-150 Lightning, offering long range with affordable features, while Rivian stuffs a 149 kWh battery in its chassis. And in the tuner world, EV swaps are getting sweeter, as a Tesla-powered Fiero proves. And that’s not all we talk about on this week’s

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00:41:33

TWC Podcast #138: Ambition, Commitment, and (oh yeah)...

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2023/09/28

For EVs to succeed, there needs to be ambition, commitment, and consistency — so says a European Ford exec. Could a lack of consistency by the British (and American) government cause an early undoing of EVs? We chew on that topic on this week’s podcast, as well as whether Jeep’s making a mistake staying boxy, if Hyundai will actually build the N74, and if it’s possible that Toyota/Lexus could have some Tesla envy. Plus more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music,

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01:05:22

TWC Podcast #137: An Interview with Nxu’s Victor...

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2023/09/21

This week, we speak to Victor Atlasman, Director of Strategy and Product at Nxu, an Arizona-based company looking to build the next generation of electrification, including battery cells, packs, and megawatt+ charging. Our conversation spans limitations of existing EV charging infrastructure and the grid, and how Nxu intends to bring robust solutions to the public for a strong electric future.Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher,

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00:39:38

TWC Podcast #136: No Longer the Pinocchio of EVs

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2023/09/14

Chinese cars are hiding in plain sight through the likes of Lotus, which recently unveiled its Emeya “Hyper-GT.” With more than 900 hp on tap, this Lotus will be a thriller. Not to be outdone, Porsche is rumored to be working on a 1,000 hp Taycan GT, and the Zeekr 001 FR will sport even more power. But power isn’t the only secret to speed, as a one-off electric university project hits 62 mph in less than one second. Meanwhile, electric hot hatches fill the air with the ID. GTI and updated Minis —

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00:43:41

TWC Podcast #135: Driving a Wurlitzer at 100 mph

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2023/09/07

EVs generate more power than ICE, but are EVs capable of generating as much emotion? Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann seems to think so. But what do WE think? On this episode of the podcast, we dive deep into what emotion means in the automotive world, what drivers connect to in the ICE world, and how automotive manufacturers can capture that passion as the world moves to full electrification. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher,

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00:38:13

TWC Podcast #134: What Else Can We Pull out of This Hat?

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2023/08/31

Ford’s in the news with a confirmed Platinum Black edition of its F-150 Lightning, along with rumors of a Tremor EV variant. Pricing — well, lets just say they’re not for the weak of heart. Mercedes unveils pricing for its eSprinter, and while it’s not as pricey as a Platinum Black Edition Lightning, it ain’t pocket change. What might be affordable, however, is if Volkswagen opts to produce an electric Rabbit, which some reading social media tea leaves say is going to happen. What else is discussed

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00:39:37

TWC Podcast #133: Whoa!

The Watt Car EV Podcast ·

2023/08/24

Between Monterey Car Week and other unveilings, there’s a lot to talk about on this week’s The Watt Car EV podcast. We begin with Acura ZDX specs and pricing before moving on to the Lamborghini Lanzador, Pininfarina B95 Barchetta, and VinFast VF9 specs — but whoa! — that’s not all. Click “play” and give a listen. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more – or use your favorite podcast application.SHOW

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00:42:12

TWC Podcast #132: The 2025 Conspiracy Theory

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2023/08/17

Why does the year 2025 keep popping up in the EV world? Once again, “2025” is in the news, this time “connected” to Fisker (pun totally intended). On this week’s podcast, we also discuss Lotus reaping the benefits of going EV, why Lamborghini’s first EV could be a Taycan Nevera, Rivian owners struggling with tire wear (we get to the bottom of it and offer a solution), why VW won’t build an ID. Buzz camper, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible,

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00:38:52

TWC Podcast #131: Houdini for Everybody

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2023/08/10

On this week’s The Watt Car EV Podcast, Cadillac unveils the Escalade IQ, Fisker takes the wraps off the Pear, Alaska, and Ronin (two of which feature “Houdini” mode), GM says exciting V2H features are on the horizon, Car and Driver gets smacked in the face with Lucid power, the Cyberfrunk is smaller than expected, VW EV sales in Germany outpace Tesla, and more!Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher, PocketCasts, iHeartRadio, and more –

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00:35:38

TWC Podcast #130: Bringing a Compliance Car to a Gun...

The Watt Car EV Podcast ·

2023/08/03

Who killed the Mazda MX-30 EV? One theory is Tesla. Another theory is that the MX-30 simply wasn’t enough of an EV to fight the good fight. Who’s right? In better news, Chevy unveils Blazer EV pricing (and it’s not for the faint of heart), MotorTrend does something unique to their Rivian R1T (that they probably shouldn’t have), Exxon moves into the lithium business (money money money), and more! Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher,

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00:41:51

TWC Podcast #129: Vague Definitions

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2023/07/27

When is a motor an engine? It depends on where you get your definitions — and like Pokemon, we attempt to catch them all on this week’s podcast before moving on to actual news. The news convo begins with the spotting of a BrightDrop FedEx delivery van in the wild, which turns into a deep dive into EV battery sourcing, recycling, and (ultimately) labor unions. Indeed, it’s a roller coaster. We then talk about the rebirth of the Chevy Bolt, the Mazda Miata getting electrified, a seven-company alliance

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