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From The EV Geek. Today on episode 43 of The Friday Charge from the EV Geek Studios Joel and Sebastian chat about… – Hyundai Ioniq 6N and Rivian Quad announced – Nissan delays new Leaf – Tesla reimburses 10k for FSD purchase – Honda scales back EV roadmap @Honda @Rivian @Nissan @tesla @HyundaiMotorGroup Questions? Comments?…
From The EV Geek. On Today’s episode, Joel opens up a mystery package he received from BestEVMod. Get your own mud flaps for your Kia EV6 here: https://amzn.to/3GtcqPm Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: https://evgs.xyz/Tesla Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS to CCS Adapter? Consider…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2022 Mini Cooper SE, courtesy of Evolve Auto (evolveauto.com). This thing is a street-legal go-kart and I am HERE for it. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: https://evgs.xyz/Tesla Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a…
From The EV Geek. Today on episode 42 of The Friday Charge for The EV Geek Studios and EV Geek Podcast… – It’s Q2 Earnings Season…lets recap what we know so far. – Dodge forced to recall their new Charger EV – Tesla made its first fully autonomous delivery – Tesla reveals that they are…
From The EV Geek. Joel walks you through the simple steps of replacing your Kia EV6 cabin air filter in just minutes!! @kia Amazon Product Link: Cabin Air Filter with Activated Carbon: https://amzn.to/4l6EsyW Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: https://evgs.xyz/Tesla Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://evgs.xyz/amazon *Need a…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash, courtesy of Everett Ford in Central Arkansas (everettford.com) Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: https://evgs.xyz/Tesla Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS to CCS Adapter? Consider one of the…
From The EV Geek. On episode 41 of The Friday Charge from The EV Geek Studios and EV Geek Podcast… – Cadillac tweaks the Optiq – Ford’s LFP batteries update – Escalade IQ proves that it is the King – VW Believes in Buttons Again? Plus Joel and Sebastian chat about their roadtrips!! @volkswagen @Cadillac…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode Sebastian and Joel give you a full breakdown of Tesla’s Robotaxi launch in Austin, Texas @tesla @DirtyTesla Tesla Daily Video: https://youtu.be/_s-h0YXtF0c?si=N6jdgUOFu32NaDxH&t=420 Dirty Tesla Video: https://youtu.be/lBcnJVTKP9c?si=lOUsrgc9B9TrPjdA&t=537 Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a Ford Mustang Mach-E, courtesy of Everett Ford of Benton (everettford.com) Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS to CCS Adapter? Consider one of the following brands:* Lectron:…
From The EV Geek. Today on episode 40 of The Friday Charge from the EV Geek Podcast Studios. – Nissan Leaf makeover – Tesla updates Model X/S – Ford Mach-e recall plus we chat about what we have been driving! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel talks with EVChargeIt, a local company offering EV roadside assistance in Central and Northwest Arkansas. You can find out more about them at evchargeit.com Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a Silverado EV RST, courtesy of Everett Chevrolet in Benton (everettchevyauto.com). Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 Shop our Store on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS to CCS Adapter? Consider one of the following…
From The EV Geek. Today on episode 39 of The Friday Charge from the The EV Geek Podcast.. – Cadillac announces the OptiqV – Rivan R1T Quad Gen 2 – New Chevy Bolt?? – Rivian and VW paretnership begins to pay off @Rivian @Cadillac @Chevrolet Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at…
From The EV Geek. In this episode, we dive into the full lineup of Cadillac EVs — from the sleek Lyriq and bold Escalade IQ to the new Optiq and Vistiq. We break down the pros, cons, performance, pricing, and features of each model. Whether you’re considering going electric or just curious about where Cadillac…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2023 Mercedes Benz EQE SUV 500, courtesy of Mercedes Benz of Little Rock (mercedesbenzoflittlerock.com) Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 Our Recommendations from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theevgeek *Need a NACS to CCS Adapter? Consider one of…
From The EV Geek. Today on episode 38 of The Friday Charge from the EV Geek Podcast… – Polestar 4 finally launches in the US – Ford Recalling Nearly 30,000 Lightnings – Rivian adding key charging features – Nissan gives us a little more Leaf info Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us…
From The EV Geek. Tesla has been forced to remove its Superchargers from key rest stops along the New Jersey Turnpike — but why? In this episode, we break down the surprising decision, what led to it, and what it means for EV drivers traveling through the Garden State. Is this a one-time issue or…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian Drive a 2026 Cadillac Vistiq Luxury, courtesy of Parker Cadillac (parker-cadillac.com). The Cadillac Vistiq is GMs first mid-size, 3 row EV SUV, and it enters a very competitive class, competing against the Volvo EX90, Rivian R1S, Kia EV9, Hyundai Ioniq 9, and more. Can it…
From The EV Geek. Today on Episode 37 of The Friday Charge from the EV Geek Podcast.. – Minor Updates coming to Model S and X – Circle K opens its first EV Only Convenience Store – Niro EV might be dead – Kia EV4 Might Not Be that Cheap @kia @CircleKOfficial @tesla Questions? Comments?…
From The EV Geek. On today’s stormy episode, Joel and Sebastian quickly go over what is new on the 2025 Kia EV6, courtesy of Landers Kia (landerskialittlerock.com). The EV6 didn’t get as many changes as it’s brother, the Ioniq 5, but Kia did make several needed updates for the 2025 model year. Join us on…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive the all new 2025 Cadillac Optiq, courtesy of Parker Cadillac of Little Rock (parker-cadillac.com) The Optiq is the new baby-luxury EV from Cadillac, and it impresses in almost every way. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code:…
From The EV Geek. On Episode 36 of The Friday Charge… – Silverado EV gains an Off-road variant for 2026 – Waffle House joining the EV movement – RAM delays its electric trucks…again. – Rivian beginning R2 Real World Testing…shows off awesome wraps plus a whole lot more! @Rivian @Chevrolet @StellantisNA Questions? Comments? Interested in…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian are joined by special guests Doug Wright and Christopher Bowe to discuss the state of EV apps for several manufacturers (Hyundai, GM, Kia, Rivian, Ford, and Tesla) You can find Chris on his Youtube channel, @bowefamilyEV , as well as on the Turn Down For…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian hop behind the wheel of the all new (for the US at least) Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro S, courtesy of Volkswagen of Little Rock (vwoflittlerock.com) The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is VW’s modern take on the classic Microbus. Retro is SO back, babyyyy. Questions? Comments? Interested…
From The EV Geek. Joel meets up with fellow YouTuber and EV owner Chris Bowe at Franklin Charging in Little Rock while he makes the drive from Tennessee to California in his new Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum @ford Chris Bowe on YouTube Bowe Family EV – @bowefamilyEV Turn Down for Watt – @TurnDownforWatt Questions? Comments?…
From The EV Geek. Today on Episode 35 of The Friday Charge from the EV Geek Podcast… – Hummer EV gets several needed updates for 2026 – Toyota tweaks the bZ4X and Introduces a new Model for the US – IONNA adds Plug and Charge! – Mercedes Backtracks on CLA’s weird limitation @MercedesBenz @gmc @toyotausa…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian checks out the new Emporia Pro EVSE in hardwired configuration. The Emporia Pro builds on the outstanding work of the original Emporia EVSE, adding in cool features like energy management, a new design, "Powersmart" tech, and more. Interested in getting your own? https://shop.emporiaenergy.com/products/emporia-pro-ev-charger Questions? Comments? Interested in…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Sport 2, courtesy of Parker Cadillac (www.parker-cadillac.com) The Escalade IQ is the new pinnacle of EV’s from GM, with tons of features that take the vehicle over the top. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at…
From The EV Geek. Today on episode 34 of The Friday Charge from the EV Geek Podcast… – Bad News for Cybertruck – Hyundai Plug and Charge – Jeep Compass EV – VW ID.Buss Recall – Plus Sebastian gives us an update on his Emporia Pro install @tesla @volkswagen_usa @StellantisNA @Jeep @hyundai Interested in your…
From The EV Geek. Today on the podcast, Joel and Sebastian talk about the 5 features all EVs should have…according to EV owners. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Join this channel to get access to perks:…
From The EV Geek. On today’s video, Joel adds a NEMA 14-50 outlet to his garage, with the help of Browning Electric (facebook.com/BrowningElectric01) Joel goes over the process of installing a NEMA 14-50 outlet with his electrician, and he asks some of the questions our viewers have about the process. Questions? Comments? Interested in being…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive the new 2025 Porsche Taycan RWD, courtesy of Porsche of Little Rock (www.porschelittlerock.com). First Drive and full review!! The Porsche Taycan was already a charging monster, and the new 2nd generation Taycan cranks it up a notch. Even in this base configuration, the Taycan…
From The EV Geek. Today on episode 33 of the Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss the following topics… – Tesla plans to start the Semi Network – Trump scales back Auto Tariffs – There’s a new EV startup to talk about – Rivian came prepared? plus a summary of what we have been driving!…
From The EV Geek. In this episode of the EV Geek Podcast, Joel chats with Pando Electric CEO, Joseph Nagle, about EV charging solution for multifamily and commercial properties. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeq5ILPa3MVSHwuZjb0M4Yw/join Questions? Comments?…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a Subaru Solterra Touring, courtesy of Subaru of Little Rock (subaruoflittlerock.com). The Subaru Solterra (and it’s twin, the Toyota bZ4X) has plenty of negative press online – Sebastian and Joel on today’s episode attempt to find out if the press is warranted. Questions? Comments?…
From The EV Geek. Today on Episode 32 of The Friday Charge for the EV Geek Podcast… – Joel’s EV6 is broken! – Cadillac teases the Optiq-V – Tesla Q1 2025 earnings – Ford’s new battery tech @Cadillac @tesla @ford @kia – PLUS what we have been driving!!! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest?…
From The EV Geek. On todays special episode, Joel walks through replacing his Tesla Wall Connector that died on him. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeq5ILPa3MVSHwuZjb0M4Yw/join Check out…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian looks at a cheap Amazon keyboard smash branded NACS to CCS adapter. Is it just as good as the name brand, or is it unsafe? Get an A2Z Typhoon Pro Adapter Here: https://a2zevshop.com/products/nacs-ccs1?ref=EVGEEK Get a Lectron Vortex Adapter Here: http://shrsl.com/4tbej Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest?…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive the all new Porsche Macan Turbo Electric, courtesy of Porsche of Little Rock (https://www.porschelittlerock.com/) The Porsche Macan Electric might be the ultimate sports SUV, and might have what it takes to surpass it’s gas powered sibling. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email…
From The EV Geek. Today on episode 31 of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss… 0:00 – Intro 0:34 – New Cybertruck trim 5:25 – Kia unveils the EV4 8:34 – New Subaru EVs 13:16 – Tesla software update 17:47 – Sketchy NACS adapter @tesla @kia @Subaru Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest?…
From The EV Geek. On this short video, our host Joel does a quick review of the OEM floormats from Tesla for his 2020 Model Y. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Check out the EV Geek…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian chat with fellow Arkansan, Doug Wright, about his EV ownership experience living in rural Arkansas! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Check out the EV Geek Store…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian Drive a GMC Hummer EV SUT Omega Edition, courtesy of Everett Buick GMC (www.everettbgmc.com). Get ready to be amazed by the GMC Hummer EV Omega! This electric vehicle takes an already crazy truck to the next level. If you’re an EV enthusiast, you won’t want…
From The EV Geek. Today on Episode 30 of The Friday Charge… – Hyundai announces new price protections – Tesla launches Model Y for Regular People – Ford Power Promise Jumps the Pond – Chargepoint Shows off “next-gen” units – Toyota plans 10 new EVs @toyotausa @ChargePointnet @hyundai @ford @tesla Questions? Comments? Interested in being…
From The EV Geek. On todays episode, Joel and Sebastian will be discussing whether or not it still makes financial sense to drive electric, especially with rising DC fast charging costs nationwide. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X:…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Extended Range, courtesy of Everett Buick GMC in Saline County, Arkansas (www.everettbgmc.com). Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@evgeekstudios.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Check out…
From The EV Geek. On episode 29 of The Friday Charge… – EV automakers release earnings for Q1 – Hyundai updates the Ioniq 6 – Ford continues their deep discounts – The U.S says goodbye to the Polestar 2 @tesla @hyundai @ford Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral…
From The EV Geek. On today’s episode, Sebastian chats with Joel about his recent roadtrip to Houston and his experience with FSD and Tesla Superchargers…and some mistakes he made! @tesla Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Check…
From The EV Geek. On Today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2025 Honda Prologue Elite AWD, courtesy of McLarty Honda in Little Rock (www.mclartyhonda.com). Since it’s introduction, the Honda Prologue has been one of the best selling EV’s in the US. On today’s episode, Joel and Sebastian attempt to figure out why. Questions? Comments?…
From The EV Geek. On Episode 28 (3/28/2025) of The Friday Charge, Sebastian discusses: – 2025 F150 Lightning – 2026 GMC Sierra EV – New Auto Tariffs and more! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Check out…