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From The EV Geek. Join Joel and Sebastian for The Friday Charge EP92 as we break down the biggest EV news of the week! We discuss Tesla’s new FSD Lite rollout for HW3 vehicles, BMW’s impressive new iX5 with 435 miles of estimated range and 460kW charging, Electrify America’s expanding NACS rollout, Jeep’s pricey new…
From The EV Geek. hink 300 miles of range is good? BMW just blew past that completely. In today’s episode, we break down the brand-new, fully electric 2027 BMW iX5 xDrive60. Packing a massive 144 kWh "Neue Klasse" battery and a mind-blowing 460 kW charging speed, Munich just completely rewrote the rules for luxury SUVs.…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2025 Lucid Air Touring, courtesy of Evolve Auto (evolveauto.com). The Lucid Air has all the makings of a great car…but, has Lucid managed to iron out the quirks? Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations from…
From The EV Geek. In this episode of The Friday Charge… – Slate announces pricing – The Polestar is dead…..in the U.S. – Lucid layoffs – Tesla new Supercharger contest – EA going BIG on charging 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. Ford just dropped a absolute bombshell regarding the future of the Mustang Mach-E. Tucked away in a corporate Q&A, Ford officially confirmed that its highly anticipated, ultra-efficient "Universal EV" (UEV) platform will NOT be used for the Mach-E. In this episode, we unpack why Ford CEO Jim Farley admits their first-gen…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian take a look at a 2026 Lexus ES500e AWD, courtesy of Parker Lexus in Little Rock. We both went into this review expecting just an average car, especially after spending time with the rZ, Solterra, Trailseeker, Uncharted, etc. Needless to say, this car might share…
From The EV Geek. On this episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss: -Ford Begins Production of their US LFP Cells -Porsche "Updates" the Taycan for 2027 -BMW is on a ROLL! -Telo Makes Big Claims -Cybercab Specs are Out! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations…
From The EV Geek. The official EPA certification documents for the Tesla Cybercab (Test Group: TTSLV00.0L1A) have leaked, giving us the exact engineering specs, battery capacity, and power output that Tesla didn’t reveal at the launch event. And the data shows a radical shift in how Tesla designs vehicles.In this episode of The Friday Charge,…
From The EV Geek. On Today’s Episode, Joel and Sebastian check out the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq Premium Luxury, courtesy of Parker Cadillac (www.parker-cadillac.com) The Premium Luxury trim of the VISTIQ commands an almost $15,000 premium over the base model, but it adds tons of new features – such as rear wheel steering, air suspension, 23"…
From The EV Geek. In this episode: ⚡ Ford’s $30,000 EV pickup spotted for the first time 🔋 GM and Redwood Materials expand battery lifecycle partnership 🚗 Mitsubishi reveals the Eclipse Sportback EV 🤖 Waymo acquires Apple’s former testing facility 🧪 Third-party testing challenges Donut Labs’ battery claims If you enjoy EV news, automotive technology,…
From The EV Geek. After years of waiting, Rivian has finally opened the order books for the all new Rivian R2. This is one of the most hotly anticipated new EV’s for 2026, and we’re ready to give you all the info you need to know about the state of the launch. On this episode,…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian dives into a full blown analysis on how Joel’s 2026 Kia EV9 charges. In this video, we’ll take a look at the vehicles charging curve, how that compares to the manufacturers claims, and how it charges on a Tesla Supercharger vs. an 800V capable charger. All EV…
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 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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…
From The EV Geek. In this episode of "The Friday Charge," Joel and Sebastian discuss major EV news from March 13th, 2026. R2 is finally here — we spent this episode tearing through Rivian’s full reveal (trim breakdown, pricing, range, and what the launch edition actually includes) and then bounced around Lucid’s midsize tease, Mercedes’…
From The EV Geek. Subaru is finally making a major push into electric vehicles. In this episode we break down every Subaru EV expected by 2026, including the updated Subaru Solterra, the brand-new Subaru Uncharted, and the rugged Subaru Trailseeker electric SUV. Subaru has traditionally been known for all-wheel drive, reliability, and outdoor-focused vehicles, but…
From The EV Geek. On Today’s Episode, Joel and Sebastian take out Joel’s 2022 Kia EV6 for the channels first ever range test! The test was performed within the following parameters -75MPH speeds -Mild Temperatures -Loop Style (turn around near 60% to offset any wind) -Gauge the vehicles range from 100% down to 10%. The…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode of "The Friday Charge", Joel and Sebastian discuss: – Hyundai Discontinues the Ioniq 6 – Tesla Rug-pulls their customers -Volvo adds V2L -Subaru Announces Pricing for it’s Uncharted and Trailseeker -Lexus Shows off the new ES Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode of "The Friday Charge", Joel and Sebastian discuss: – Hyundai Discontinues the Ioniq 6 – Tesla Rug-pulls their customers -Volvo adds V2L -Subaru Announces Pricing for it’s Uncharted and Trailseeker -Lexus Shows off the new ES Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our…
From The EV Geek. Doug sells his 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 after 72,000 miles — and the reasons might surprise you. Watch to learn real-world Ioniq 6 reliability, charging problems, and whether this award-winning EV was worth it. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2026 Lexus RZ 350e, courtesy of Parker Lexus in Little Rock, AR (parkerlexus.com) The Lexus RZ was refreshed for 2026, bringing along a new battery pack, better efficiency, improved EV tuning, and much improved range. But are all of these improvements enough to…
From The EV Geek. On today’s clip, pulled from “The Friday Charge EP74”, Joel and Sebastian ask the audience for some ideas on content they’d like to see moving forward. 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 to CCS Adapter? Consider one of…
From The EV Geek. Tesla’s new “Dual Motor All‑Wheel Drive” Cybertruck at $59,990, a Volvo EX30 battery recall, Waymo driverless taxi expansion, and Nissan shelving a cheap Leaf — we break it all down on today’s Friday Charge. Tune in for fast, opinionated EV news, ownership insights, and charging tips from Joel & Sebastian at…