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Daily Charge Up

Join host Ben Sullins as we plug into the latest trends, breakthroughs, and challenges in the EV sphere. From policy changes and technological innovations to market trends and environmental impacts, the Daily Charge Up brings you concise and insightful updates. Whether you’re an industry professional, an EV enthusiast, or just curious about the future of transportation, our podcast ensures you start your day charged with all the vital information. Stay current with the electric revolution that’s reshaping our roads and our world, one episode at a time.

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Latest Episodes:

EV Sales Booming Except in North America May 14, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:20 - Intro

00:29 - EV Sales Booming Except in North America

02:04 - Toyota bZ: A Fresh Name for the Refreshed EV

02:40 - Volkswagen Updating EV Platform with Affordable Batteries

03:52 - GM's New Cells: Drive Far, Pay Less

05:01 - PV5 WAV: Wheelchair-Friendly EV Coming from Kia

06:43 - Outro

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Sources:

https://insideevs.com/news/759477/vw-lfp-ev-lineup-id2/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/13/kia-built-new-electric-van-wheelchair-users-pv5-wav/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/13/gm-unveils-new-battery-cells-for-affordable-ev-trucks-suvs/

https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/toyota-hopes-for-a-smoother-start-with-its-redesigned-bz-all-electric-suv-182426253.html?src=rss

https://www.greencarcongress.com/2025/05/20250514-rhoev.html

Tesla's Robotaxi Ambitions Face Federal Scrutiny May 13, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:20 - Intro

00:29 - Tesla's Robotaxi Ambitions Face Federal Scrutiny

02:04 - Base Audi E-Tron GT Has Light Body, Maximum Range

03:11 - Ford Strike Pending in Europe

03:54 - Solar Carports: Powering the UK’s EV Future

05:03 - Slate's Reservations Are Through the (Unpainted) Roof

06:06 - Outro

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Sources:

https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/government-consultation-on-mandating-solar-canopies-for-car-parks

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/us-agency-ask-tesla-answer-164015383.html?.tsrc=rss

https://insideevs.com/news/759400/base-audi-etron-gt-quattro-specs-range-price/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/12/ford-facing-worker-strike-at-ev-plant-germany/

https://insideevs.com/news/759373/slate-100000-reservations-deposit-weeks/

Will Mercedes-AMG EV Win Your Heart? May 12, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:20 - Intro

00:29 - Will Mercedes AMG EV Win Your Heart?

01:26 - Tesla's Turmoil: Your EV Future Uncertain?

02:16 - Ava Community Energy Brings Smarts and Savings to Charging

03:25 - Toyota Offers Space, Range + Style to Norway With C-HR+

04:48 - Land Aircraft Carrier Set for Production in 2026

06:12 - Outro

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Sources:

https://electrek.co/2025/05/09/xpeng-aerohts-land-aircraft-carrier-hits-latest-certification-milestone-en-route-to-mass-production/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/09/toyotas-new-electric-suv-arrives-norway-with-370-miles-range/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/09/ava-ev-drivers-smarthome-charging/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/11/mercedes-amg-teases-first-ever-bespoke-1000-hp-electric-super-sedan/

https://insideevs.com/news/759265/tesla-model-y-cybertruck-line-workers-stay-home/

Unlock Luxury With Lucid: $20,000 in Savings Now Available May 09, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:20 - Intro

00:28 - Unlock Luxury With Lucid: $20,000 in Savings Now Available

02:11 - Ultra Fast Charging Comes to LA, For EVs That Can Take It

03:41 - China's EV Boom: A Buyer Beware

05:00 - Affordable R6 EV Pickup Headed to New Markets

06:26 - Got 150 EV to Charge? CATL Has You Covered

07:20 - Outro

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Sources:

https://electrek.co/2025/05/08/gravity-8-locations-500-kw-5-minute-ev-charging-los-angeles/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/08/catl-unveils-9-mwh-tener-stack-energy-storage-system-charge-150-evs/

https://insideevs.com/news/758776/chinese-brand-die-ev-2025/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/08/lucid-offering-over-20000-discounts-air-ev-this-month/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/08/top-selling-chinese-ev-pickup-going-global-beast/

Tariff Price Hikes Hit Mustang Mach-E, Other Ford Models May 08, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:20 - Intro

00:29 - Tariff Price Hikes Hit Mustang Mach-E, Other Ford Models

01:48 - 5-minute Charging Out in China From BYD

04:00 - Xiaomi's Power Cut Leads to Owner Outrage

04:46 - Cybertruck Range Extender Cancelled: Now What?

05:35 - Tesla Can’t Trademark Robotaxi, Cybercab Claim on Hold

06:17 - Royal Mail Tests Electric Trucks

07:16 - Outro

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Sources:

https://insideevs.com/news/758625/byd-megawatt-charging-demo-china/

https://insideevs.com/news/758894/xiaomi-su7-ultra-nerfed-restored/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/07/ford-raising-prices-mach-e-other-vehicles-heres-why/

https://driveteslacanada.ca/news/tesla-officially-cancels-cybertruck-range-extender-refunds-deposits/

https://www.electrive.com/2025/05/08/royal-mail-trials-electric-trucks-for-first-time/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/07/ustpo-shuts-down-tesla-trademark-robotaxi-term/

US Speaker to EV Consumers: Tax Credit Going Away May 07, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:20 - Intro

00:30 - US Speaker to EV Consumers: Tax Credit Going Away

02:08 - Rivian Unlocks $1B in Volkswagen Funds

03:22 - Lucid to Double Production After Record Q1

04:19 - Cheaper Refreshed Model Y Now On Sale

04:37 - Mitsubishi Makes EV Comeback With Riff on the Nissan Leaf

05:33 - Uber Partners for More Robotaxi Rides

06:14 - Outro

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Sources:

https://electrek.co/2025/05/06/lucid-lcid-plans-double-ev-production-2025-despite-tariffs/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/06/tesla-launches-cheaper-model-y-rwd-us/

https://insideevs.com/news/758816/mitsubishi-ev-crossover-usa-2025/

https://www.electrive.com/2025/05/07/rivian-achieves-important-interim-goal-in-vw-partnership/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/06/uber-ai-robotaxi-partner-momenta-driverless-rides-europe/

https://insideevs.com/news/758770/mike-johnson-ev-tax-credit/

Tesla Semi Gets Its ACT Together May 06, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:00 - Intro

00:08 - Tesla Semi Gets Its ACT Together

01:15 - New Mack Pioneer Set to Rival Tesla Semi

02:22 - Blue Bird Glides From Busses to Electric Vans

03:24 - State of Illinois Backs Rivian’s R2 Expansion

04:20 - New Jeep Compass EV Available in Europe

05:14 - Outro

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Sources:

https://electrek.co/2025/05/05/we-finally-got-a-ride-in-the-tesla-semi-at-act-expo/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/05/blue-bird-diversifies-from-schoolbuses-enters-electric-medium-duty-truck-market/

https://insideevs.com/news/758537/mack-pioneer-electric-truck-semi-rival/

https://www.theverge.com/news/661446/rivian-normal-illinois-supplier-park-ev-construction

https://insideevs.com/news/758673/2026-jeep-compass-ev-range-specs-official/

Aptera Attracts Investors, Showcases New Solar EV May 05, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:00 - Intro

00:08 - Aptera Attracts Investors, Showcases New Solar EV

01:37 - Big Savings on EVs in Oregon: Act Fast!

02:42 - Chicago Shows EV Love With New Charging Plan

03:48 - VW ID.Buzz Recall: Safety Over Space

04:37 - World's Largest EV Ship Gives Glimpse at Electric Future

06:00 - Outro

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Sources:

https://electrek.co/2025/05/04/chicago-plans-more-and-more-equitable-public-charging-as-ev-sales-climb/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/02/id-buzz-recall-vw-third-row-bench-is-too-big-for-its-own-good/

https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/briefs/state-to-offer-rebates-on-electric-vehicle-purchases-again/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/02/aptera-april-update-artemis-first-solar-deliveries-new-partnership-video/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/02/meet-worlds-largest-100-electric-ship-china-zorrilla/

Ionna Doubles Down on Charging With Huge Network Growth Planned May 02, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:14 - Intro

00:24 - Ionna Doubles Down on Charging With Huge Network Growth Planned

02:26 - Minnesota Ignores Federal Freeze to Charge Ahead With NEVI Funds

03:16 - Safer Streets: Waymo Proves It With Data!

04:51 - Ford Struggles With EV Sales, But They Are Trying

05:52 - Rivian: Empowering Your Everyday Adventures

06:48 - Outro

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Sources:

https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/405515/rivian-launches-first-national-brand-campaign.html

https://electrek.co/2025/05/01/fords-ev-sales-fell-40-in-april-now-its-adjusting-project/

https://insideevs.com/news/758341/ionna-ev-charging-network-doubled-in-size-last-month/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/01/waymo-says-its-robotaxis-are-up-to-25x-safer-for-pedestrians-and-cyclists/

https://electrek.co/2025/05/01/minnesota-defies-nevi-freeze-with-10m-ev-charger-expansion/

Rivian's Battery Stockpile Shields Wallets, Future Plans May 01, 2025

Show notes

On today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!

00:14 - Intro

00:22 - Rivian's Battery Stockpile Shields Wallet, Future Plans

01:03 - Waymo-Toyota: Your Self-Driving Future?

01:48 - UK Government Fleet to Go Electric in Two Years

03:06 - Tesla Announces Megacharger Network for Semi

03:46 - E-Bike Voucher Delays Cause Frustration for Californians

04:32 - Outro

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Sources:

https://electrek.co/2025/04/30/waymo-toyota-partner-go-after-tesla-with-personal-self-driving-vehicles/

https://electrek.co/2025/04/30/californias-e-bike-voucher-program-stumbles-again-as-technical-issue-forces-indefinite-delay/

https://electrek.co/2025/04/30/tesla-semi-public-charging-network-coming-with-46-stations-in-2027/

https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/cars/article-14656439/Government-vehicles-electric-2027-PMs-armoured-Range-Rover.html

https://www.carscoops.com/2025/04/rivians-secret-stockpile-could-be-its-key-to-defeating-tariffs/

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