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From The EV Geek. This is episode 88 of The Friday Charge, hosted by Joel and Sebastian. — we cover a lot: Electrify America finally killing prepaid account balances for direct billing (yay), Hyundai’s Ioniq 5/Ioniq 9 sales and price cuts, Dodge’s Charger EV pivot (Scat Pack only, still $72,500+), Waymo retiring robo-taxis into second‑life…
From The EV Geek. On this episode, Joel discusses a significant shift in the world of rugged EVs. While Subaru’s electric future was previously centered around the Solterra, a new report confirms Subaru is developing a brand new electric SUV. This new electric car marks a major development for the brand and the overall electric…
From The EV Geek. On this episode, Joel discusses a significant shift in the world of rugged EVs. While Subaru’s electric future was previously centered around the Solterra, a new report confirms Subaru is developing a brand new electric SUV. This new electric car marks a major development for the brand and the overall electric…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian (and Joel) checks out a 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ*L*, courtesy of Parker Cadillac (parker-cadillac.com). The IQ L takes an already behemoth of a vehicle and makes it even larger. With 460 miles of range, a 212 kWh battery, and 3 Full Size rows of seating, this vehicle…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian (and Joel) check out a 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ*L*, courtesy of Parker Cadillac (parker-cadillac.com). The IQ L takes an already behemoth of a vehicle and makes it even larger. With 460 miles of range, a 212 kWh battery, and 3 Full Size rows of seating, this vehicle…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian (and Joel) check out a 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ*L*, courtesy of Parker Cadillac (parker-cadillac.com). The IQ L takes an already behemoth of a vehicle and makes it even larger. With 460 miles of range, a 212 kWh battery, and 3 Full Size rows of seating, this vehicle…
From The EV Geek. n this episode of the Friday Charge, Sebastian and Joel tackle a slow news week, but still bring you some exciting updates. They dive into the buzz surrounding a new ferrari ev, which has sparked a lot of discussion online. Plus, hear their thoughts on Rivian and other significant car news…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian is in Northwest Arkansas investigating some recent updates to Walmart EV Charging in the Natural State. He visits a few sites, checks out some new hardware, and makes an exciting discovery. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek…
From The EV Geek. I spent the day at Evolve Auto in Arkansas for the third-annual Tesla’s and Tacos (hosted with the Tesla Owners Club of Arkansas) talking to real EV owners instead of doing a staged review. Sebastian couldn’t make it, so you get me walking the lot, plugging in, and asking REAL EV…
From The EV Geek. Subaru just slammed the brakes on its in-house EV plans after profits collapsed by 90% — and tariffs are making things even worse. Meanwhile, Volvo is charging ahead with the brand-new EX60, featuring up to 400 miles of range, ultra-fast 800V charging, and aggressive pricing. In today’s EV news: ⚡ Subaru…
From The EV Geek. EV owners may soon face a brand-new annual fee as lawmakers push a controversial transportation bill that could dramatically change the cost of owning an electric vehicle. In this video, we break down what’s inside the proposed EV tax plan, why gas-powered drivers are being brought into the debate, and how…
From The EV Geek. EV owners may soon face a brand-new annual fee as lawmakers push a controversial transportation bill that could dramatically change the cost of owning an electric vehicle. In this video, we break down what’s inside the proposed EV tax plan, why gas-powered drivers are being brought into the debate, and how…
From The EV Geek. What started as a simple EV charging test on my 2023 Ioniq 5 became much more than that. I can’t believe that this car still charges better than every other 2026 Model Year EV in the US Market. Website mentioned (still a work in progress): evgeekstudios.com/curves Questions? Comments? Interested in being…
From The EV Geek. Is the "Honor System" enough to save Tesla Superchargers? In today’s episode, we are diving into a massive week for EVs. Tesla has finally launched its long-awaited "Virtual Queues" at 5 pilot locations, but there’s a catch: it doesn’t actually lock the stalls. Is this the end of Supercharger chaos, or…
From The EV Geek. Rivian just changed the game for EV software! In today’s episode, we’re doing a deep dive into the official launch of the Rivian Assistant and the "Hey Rivian" ecosystem. This isn’t just another voice assistant—it’s a massive technical shift powered by Rivian Unified Intelligence. We break down how this AI actually…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2026 Subaru Trailseeker Touring, courtesy of Subaru of Little Rock (subaruoflittlerock.com). The Subaru Touring is the newest and biggest (current) EV in Subaru’s lineup, sharing a powertrain with Subaru’s Solterra and Uncharted, as well as the Toyota C-HR, bZ, and bZ Woodland.…
From The EV Geek. In today’s episode of The Friday Charge, we’re breaking down the full specs of the new iX3, including its massive 108.7kWh battery and 400kW charging speeds. We also dive into some of the wildest EV news of the week, from a "Tesla-fied" classic Mustang to a massive price drop for the…
From The EV Geek. Rivian just dropped a bombshell that changes the entire EV landscape. From cutting R2 production costs by a staggering 50% to a massive 300,000-unit capacity boost at the new Georgia plant, RJ Scaringe is playing chess while others play checkers. In today’s episode of EV Geek Studios, we’re diving deep into…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2026 Subaru Uncharted Sport, courtesy of Subaru of Little Rock (subaruoflittlerock.com). The Subaru Uncharted is the smallest EV in Subaru’s lineup, sharing a powertrain with Subaru’s Solterra and Trailseeker, as well as the Toyota C-HR, bZ, and bZ Woodland. With 338hp on…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2026 Subaru Uncharted Sport, courtesy of Subaru of Little Rock (subaruoflittlerock.com). The Subaru Uncharted is the smallest EV in Subaru’s lineup, sharing a powertrain with Subaru’s Solterra and Trailseeker, as well as the Toyota C-HR, bZ, and bZ Woodland. With 338hp on…
From The EV Geek. Welcome back to The Friday Charge ⚡ — your weekly dose of the biggest electric vehicle news! This week, the EV market just got turned upside down: 🚗 Kia EV6 prices SLASHED by up to $5,900 — now undercutting the Tesla Model Y 📈 Toyota EV sales SURGE 139% globally with…
From The EV Geek. Tesla virtual queuing vs BYD 9-minute flash charging — I break down why "charge anxiety" is the new problem for EV drivers and how three very different approaches might fix it. I walk through Tesla’s new in-app/vehicle virtual queue (trained on 9 million miles of trajectory data, reportedly cutting wait-time errors…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian take a visit to Evolve Auto in North Little Rock, AR to show you a roundup of EVs that you can get for $25,000 or less. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS…
From The EV Geek. Hello everyone and welcome to this episode of The Friday Charge, brought to you by EV Geek Studios. I’m your host, Sebastian, and today is April 24, 2026. We’ve got a packed show today with some massive updates from the luxury sector, some long-awaited reliability news, and a look at the…
From The EV Geek. Hyundai and Kia have officially extended the warranty on the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) for E-GMP vehicles to a staggering 15 years or 180,000 miles. In this video, we break down why this is happening, which cars are covered, and what you need to do if you’re an owner. In…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2026 Tesla Model 3 RWD (Formerly known as Model 3 Standard), courtesy of Tesla. The Model 3 Standard (now simply called "Model 3 RWD") is one of the newest entries in Tesla’s lineup, and honestly, it might be one of the best…
From The EV Geek. The EV landscape just shifted. From Ford’s massive internal reshuffle to BMW retiring its flagship electric SUV, the "startup phase" of the EV transition is officially over. Today, we’re breaking down the departure of Ford’s EV chief, the arrival of 800V Mercedes luxury, and why you’ll need to pass a quiz…
From The EV Geek. The EV charging landscape just shifted! 🚨 IONNA, the powerful charging joint venture from 8 major automakers (BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota), has officially partnered with Circle K to expand their massive, 400kW+ high-power charging network across North America. Is this the partnership that finally challenges Tesla’s…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard, courtesy of Tesla. The Model Y Standard (now simply called "Model Y") is the newest entry in Tesla’s lineup, and to bring the car down to it’s $39900 price, Tesla had to make a few cuts… maybe…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard, courtesy of Tesla. The Model Y Standard (now simply called "Model Y") is the newest entry in Tesla’s lineup, and to bring the car down to it’s $39900 price, Tesla had to make a few cuts… maybe…
From The EV Geek. Hello everyone, and welcome to this episode of the Friday Charge, brought to you by EV Geek Studios. This week, we dive into the expanding used cars market and discuss Volkswagen’s decision to discontinue another one of their evs. We also cover the latest ev news regarding Rivian’s EPA numbers. Stay…
From The EV Geek. Rivian just dropped their Q1 2026 numbers, and the narrative has officially shifted. While the industry was watching Tesla, Rivian quietly outpaced Ford’s EV division and officially began the "R2 Era." In today’s deep dive, we break down: How Rivian hit 10,365 deliveries while "cleaning house." The R2 Launch: Is the…
From The EV Geek. We grabbed a 2026 Subaru Solterra Premium from Subaru of Little Rock (huge thanks to Landon and Alex) to see whether Subaru actually fixed the old car — spoiler: they fixed a lot. The refresh drops the base price to about $38,495 and bumps EPA-ish range from ~222 miles to ~288…
From The EV Geek. We grabbed a 2026 Subaru Solterra Premium from Subaru of Little Rock (huge thanks to Landon and Alex) to see whether Subaru actually fixed the old car — spoiler: they fixed a lot. The refresh drops the base price to about $38,495 and bumps EPA-ish range from ~222 miles to ~288…
From The EV Geek. This week on The Friday Charge, Sebastian and Joel chat about…. – All new Subaru Getaway – No more Tesla Model X and S – Toyota BZ Q1 sales – Google Maps updates Plus a whole lot more! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations…
From The EV Geek. This week on The Friday Charge, Sebastian and Joel chat about…. – All new Subaru Getaway – No more Tesla Model X and S – Toyota BZ Q1 sales – Google Maps updates Plus a whole lot more! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations…
From The EV Geek. This week on The Friday Charge, Sebastian and Joel chat about…. – All new Subaru Getaway – No more Tesla Model X and S – Toyota BZ Q1 sales – Google Maps updates Plus a whole lot more! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations…
From The EV Geek. The 2026 New York International Auto Show just gave us the most important electric vehicle of the year: The 2027 Kia EV3. While everyone else is building $100,000 electric trucks, Kia is aiming for the heart of the market. In today’s deep dive, we’re breaking down everything revealed at the Javits…
From The EV Geek. 600 miles of range. 10-minute charging. Toyota reliability. We used to think Toyota was behind, but their latest investments in Kentucky and North Carolina prove they were just getting started. This is the full breakdown of Toyota’s upcoming EV models, the secret battery tech they’ve been hiding, and why your next…
From The EV Geek. 600 miles of range. 10-minute charging. Toyota reliability. We used to think Toyota was behind, but their latest investments in Kentucky and North Carolina prove they were just getting started. This is the full breakdown of Toyota’s upcoming EV models, the secret battery tech they’ve been hiding, and why your next…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a Volvo EX30 Single Motor, courtesy of McLarty Volvo of Little Rock. The Single Motor EX30 is Volvo’s Cheapest Car here in the US, and some might even say it’s one of their best offerings. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a Volvo EX30 Single Motor, courtesy of McLarty Volvo of Little Rock. The Single Motor EX30 is Volvo’s Cheapest Car here in the US, and some might even say it’s one of their best offerings. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian dive into: -The End of Honda and Sony’s EV Partnership -Tesla’s new FU Superchargers -A Surprising EV Sales Trend -New Mustang Mach E Features -What We’ve Been Doing Lately. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our…
From The EV Geek. On today’s mini-charge episode, brought to you by EV Geek Studios, Sebastian discusses just how much range is necessary now. Almost every new EV being introduced seems to be targeting this magical 300 mile number, but is that really enough? Will we see 400 become the norm? Questions? Comments? Interested in…
From The EV Geek. Interested in getting your own IYILO EVSE? Use the following link: https://evgs.xyz/IYILO "State of Charge" Review of this Charger (mentioned in the video): https://youtu.be/jpJ-JxCF85k On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian install a new IYILO EV Charger in Joel’s garage. IYILO is a new entrant to the EVSE space, and for this…
From The EV Geek. On this week’s episode of The Friday Charge, hosts Joel and Sebastian discuss: – The New BMW i3 – Volkswagen’s New Naming Scheme and EV Marketing as a whole – Volvo EX30 Dead in the US – Rivian x Uber – Ionna’s Huge Milestone ############################# Questions? Comments? Interested in being a…
From The EV Geek. On this week’s episode of The Friday Charge, hosts Joel and Sebastian discuss: – The New BMW i3 – Volkswagen’s New Naming Scheme and EV Marketing as a whole – Volvo EX30 Dead in the US – Rivian x Uber – Ionna’s Huge Milestone ############################# Questions? Comments? Interested in being a…
From The EV Geek. On this week’s episode of The Friday Charge, hosts Joel and Sebastian discuss: – The New BMW i3 – Volkswagen’s New Naming Scheme and EV Marketing as a whole – Volvo EX30 Dead in the US – Rivian x Uber – Ionna’s Huge Milestone ############################# Questions? Comments? Interested in being a…
From The EV Geek. In this Mini-Charge episode, Joel from EV Geek Studios discusses electric vehicles you will likely never drive. Honda just wiped its U.S. EV roadmap — the Zero series is dead and the Prologue is getting cut off in December 2026. I break down why: weaker-than-expected demand, the 2025 federal tax-credit cliff…
From The EV Geek. Want your Own EV Extension Cable? Check out this one from EVDance at the following link: https://evgs.xyz/EVDanceExtension Use Code "20EVDEVGEEK" to save 20% on your order! On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian are joined by Joel’s lovely wife, Somer, to talk about her Kia EV9. It’s been 6 months since Somer…