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BMW just opened U.S. orders for the NEW i3 Sedan—and it brings an impressive 440 miles of EPA range starting at $62,850! This week we're also talking about: ⚡ EVgo's upcoming 750kW chargers 🇨🇳 Hyundai's $15,000 Ioniq V 🚐 VW ID.Buzz delayed until 2028 🔋 Tesla Model 3 gets V2L in China 🚗 And Joel's EV9 is dead… There's a LOT happening in the EV world this week! Subscribe to EV Geek Studios for more EV news, reviews, and analysis.
Tesla still dominates U.S. EV sales, but the battle for second place is changing. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has become the top-selling non-Tesla EV, with sales up 9% in 2026. We break down the numbers, why the IONIQ 5 is gaining ground, and whether Rivian R2 and other new EVs can challenge Hyundai
GM is making cheaper EV batteries, Bentley just unveiled an absolutely ridiculous electric SUV, and GM’s Apple CarPlay situation is somehow even more confusing than it was last week. In today’s episode of The Friday Charge, we cover: GM Is Making Cheaper Batteries GM is now putting recycled battery materials back into new EV batteries. The company says it can recover up to 95% of the nickel, cobalt and manganese — and 80% of the lithium — from old battery packs. And these recycled-material batteries are already being installed in customer vehicles. There’s an Electric Bentley Bentley has finally unveiled its first EV, the Torcal, with up to 876 horsepower, a 2.8-second 0–60, an 800V battery, 400kW charging and a whole lot of luxury. And yes… it has a 100% Merino wool interior. GM’s CarPlay Situation Gets Complicated Again After last week’s news seemed to suggest Apple CarPlay and Android Auto could be returning to more GM vehicles, GM has now clarified that its comments were not intended to signal a return to EVs. So what exactly is happening? Plus: More EV news and our latest discussion on China, Geely, and the rapidly changing EV charging landscape. Subscribe to EV Geek Studios for more EV news, reviews, deep dives and The Friday Charge every week!
Geely is teasing a massive 2.2-megawatt EV charging system that could potentially charge a compatible EV in just four minutes! In today's Mini Charge, we break down Geely's new charging technology, how it compares to BYD's megawatt charging systems, and what it means for battery health, thermal management, and the electrical grid. 2,200 kW of charging power Next-generation battery technology Four-minute charging claims Geely vs. BYD The future of ultra-fast EV charging Is 2.2 MW the future of EV charging—or is it overkill? 👇 Let us know what you think! Like & subscribe Turn on notifications Follow EV Geek Studios on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen
Hyundai’s CEO is warning that Chinese EVs could put major pressure on the U.S. market. 🇨🇳⚡ In this Mini Charge, we look at what’s happening in the UK and Europe, the U.S. tariff wall, Trump’s comments on Chinese automakers, and how Ford and Hyundai are preparing for the next wave of affordable EV competition. Could $25K–$30K EVs change the American auto market? Watch and let us know what you think!
Ford is firing back at the U.S. Department of Transportation, IONNA is rapidly expanding its EV charging network, and Tesla’s Cybercab is facing some serious regulatory questions from NHTSA! In this episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian cover: 🚨 Ford vs. the DOT and the CATL controversy ⚡ IONNA’s rapid charging-network expansion 🏎️ The latest Tesla Roadster news 📱 GM and Apple CarPlay 🤖 NHTSA’s Cybercab investigation and what it could mean for Tesla’s robotaxi plans Plus, we break down the latest EV news you need to know! Subscribe to EV Geek Studios for more EV news, reviews, and deep dives.
General Motors has officially blinked in the great dashboard software war. After announcing a highly controversial ban on Apple CarPlay and Android Auto back in 2023, GM has entirely reversed course. Today, they revealed a brand-new infotainment UI debuting on the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 that natively supports full smartphone mirroring. Even better? This new design is set to expand across their broader vehicle portfolio. In this Mini-Charge Episode, we break down the timeline of GM's attempt to build a walled software garden, the brutal consumer survey data that forced their hand, and why this new "window-in-window" split-screen compromise might actually be the perfect sweet spot for drivers.
The Tesla Roadster is FINALLY back — and Tesla just gave us a date. 🚀 After nearly 9 YEARS of waiting, Tesla has officially teased an October 1 reveal for the next-generation Roadster. But this isn't just another Roadster update. Tesla's latest teaser says "Go for launch", immediately bringing attention back to the long-rumored SpaceX connection and the possibility of rocket-powered technology being demonstrated with the Roadster. So what exactly is Tesla planning to show us? Could we finally see the production Roadster? Could Tesla actually demonstrate the infamous hovering technology? Or are we about to see another incredible prototype that still leaves customers waiting for production? The next-generation Roadster was first unveiled all the way back in 2017. Now, in 2026, Tesla appears ready to put the car back in the spotlight. The question is... Will Tesla finally deliver? And if the Roadster really does hover, will this become one of the most insane EV reveals we've ever seen? Watch the episode and let us know what YOU think Tesla is going to reveal on October 1! 👇 COMMENT BELOW: Would you actually buy a Tesla Roadster with SpaceX rocket thrusters?
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