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    145: BMW iX3 US Pricing & Range Impresses + Rivian R2 Truck Rumors Resurfacing! May 07, 2026
    Show notes

    In this episode:

    • BMW official price and range figures for the iX3 revealed
    • Rivian R2 variants confirmed, pickup speculated
    • How the price of gas is or isn’t affecting EV sales in the US

    144: Beijing Auto Show Reactions w/ Lei Xing - Feels Like The Future Of EVs May 06, 2026
    Show notes

    In this episode, we talk with China auto expert Lei Xing and and our co-host Kyle Conner about the being at the Beijng Auto Show, the future of (super) fast charging, testing autonomous driving systems, and lots more.

    Our special guest Lei Xing is the co-host of China EVs & More https://www.chinaevsandmore.com/
    He can also be found at https://x.com/leixing77 and https://www.youtube.com/@leixing77


    143: 5-Minute Charging For The Masses: China’s New EV Reality May 01, 2026
    Show notes

    In this episode:
    * EV tech at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show blows our minds
    * Testing Chinese FSD-like autonomous driving systems
    * The Porsche Cayenne Coupé debuts

    Regular cohosts:
    Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
    https://evchargingstations.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
    Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
    https://outofspecstudios.com/
    Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
    https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
    Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
    https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick


    142: Mercedes C Class Electric Debuts with 400 Miles of Range Apr 26, 2026
    Show notes

    139: Mercedes EQS Refresh Just Copied the Cybertruck's Best Tech Apr 16, 2026
    Show notes In this episode:
    Mercedes EQS gets Cybertruck steering, over 500 miles of range
    Charging the Denza Z9GT to full and driving it
    Ionna takes over Circle K charging network
    And much, much more!

    138: Rivian R2 Range Confirmed: Official EPA Results Beat Initial Estimates Apr 09, 2026
    Show notes In this episode:
    • EPA says Rivian R2 beats Model Y in efficiency and range
    • Rimac making battery packs for the BMW i7
    • Alpitronic’s megawatt charger in the US
    • And much, much more!

    Hosts:
    Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
    https://evchargingstations.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
    Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
    https://outofspecstudios.com/
    Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
    https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
    Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
    https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick


    137: Kia EV3 & Subaru Getaway: Two Massive Debuts for US Families Apr 02, 2026
    Show notes In this episode:
    • The Kia EV3 makes its US debut
    • Subaru reveals Getaway: a 3-row SUV
    • Driving Porsche Cayenne Electric
    • And much, much more!

    Regular cohosts:
    Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
    https://evchargingstations.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
    Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
    https://outofspecstudios.com/
    Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
    https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
    Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
    https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick


    136: 0 to 1,000 in a Year: Ionna CEO on Scaling to 30,000 by 2030 Mar 26, 2026
    Show notes In this episode:
    • Ionna CEO Seth Cutler talks about achieving growth targets
    • Tesla Stops Making V3 Superchargers
    • Uber buying 10,000 Rivian R2 for autonomous duties
    • And much, much more!

    Regular cohosts:
    Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
    https://evchargingstations.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney
    Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
    https://outofspecstudios.com/
    Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
    https://www.evnewsdaily.com/
    Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
    https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick


    135: BMW i3 Revealed: Birth of An Electric Ultimate Driving Machine Mar 19, 2026
    Show notes In this episode:
    • Debut of the BMW i3
    • We see the Lucid Cosmos in person
    • And much, much more!


    Regular cohosts:

    Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargingstations.com
    https://evchargingstations.com/
    https://www.youtube.com/StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney

    Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Studios
    https://outofspecstudios.com/

    Martyn Lee from EV News Daily
    https://www.evnewsdaily.com/

    Domenick Yoney from Drive Electric with Domenick
    https://www.youtube.com/@DriveElectricWithDomenick


    134: Rivian R2 - Prices, Range & Specs Confirmed Mar 13, 2026
    Show notes

    All trims use an 87.9 kWh usable battery. Here are the trims in order of release date:

    Performance (Dual AWD) — $57,990 w/ Launch Package — Spring 2026
    656 hp / 609 lb-ft torque
    0–60 mph in 3.6s
    Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated)

    Premium (Dual AWD) — $53,990 — Late 2026
    450 hp / 537 lb-ft torque
    0–60 mph in 4.6s
    Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated)

    Standard RWD Long Range — $48,490 — Early 2027
    350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque
    0–60 mph in 5.9s
    Up to 345 miles (Rivian-estimated)

    Standard RWD (base) — ~$45,000 — Late 2027
    350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque
    0–60 mph in 5.9s
    Up to 275 miles (Rivian-estimated)

    All prices exclude the $1,495 destination and freight charge.

    Performance & Capability
    Nearly 2,000 lbs lighter than R1 with a 115.6-inch wheelbase​
    9.6 inches of ground clearance, 25° approach angle, 26° departure angle​
    19.7 inches of wading depth​
    Up to 4,400 lbs towing capacity (optional on most trims)​
    Semi-active suspension exclusive to Performance trim​

    Charging
    Native NACS port with Supercharger network access; CCS adapter support​
    10–80% charge in 29 minutes​

    Technology
    Rivian Autonomy: L2 hands-free driving on 3.5M miles of US/Canada roads — $49.99/month or $2,500 one-time; free lifetime access included with Launch Package​
    11 HDR cameras (combined 65MP) + five-radar perception stack​
    200 sparse TOPS of edge AI compute for in-cabin experience (works offline)​
    Forthcoming Rivian Assistant voice AI running locally on the vehicle​
    Haptic Halo steering wheel dials (scroll, push, pull, tilt) — designed in-house​
    Dual digital displays (driver display + centre display)​
    OTA software updates via vertically integrated hardware/software stack​
    5G connected but offline-capable​

    Interior & Utility
    Seating for 5 adults; 40.4 inches of rear legroom and headroom​
    90.1 cu ft total enclosed storage; 5.2 cu ft front trunk (fits carry-on + backpack)​
    Rear drop glass window lowers fully into liftgate (Performance & Premium only)​
    Fold-flat rear seats for level loading surface​
    Dual gloveboxes, removable USB-C power bank/hand warmer, door-mounted Rivian Torch flashlight​
    Upcycled Birch wood accents; headliner made from recycled ocean plastics​

    Launch Details
    Reservations open now with $100 refundable deposit​
    On display at SXSW 2026 (March 13–18) at the Rivian Roadhouse​
    Online configurator opening in coming months​
    Pricing is US market only; Canadian details to follow closer to launch


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