Sodium-Ion Batteries Have Landed In America. Now Comes The Hard Part An American company has started deploying grid-scale sodium-ion batteries in the country, but can it truly compete with existing tech?

Can sodium-ion batteries really take off in America?

Ford's Affordable EV Comeback Starts Here. But Not Without Controversy A look at Ford's BlueOval Battery Park Michigan project, set for 2026. It will make lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for affordable EVs like Ford's

New from me @insideevs.com: Ford’s new LFP battery plant is key to affordable EVs. But it’s a tough time for battery plants, and this one’s ties China make things extra-complicated: insideevs.com/news/763490/...

The Plan To Kill The EV Tax Credit, GM's Cheaper Batteries & Toyota's EV Push Podcast Episode · InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast - Electric Vehicle News · 05/16/2025 · 55m

On this week's @insideevs.com Plugged-In Podcast, @cablenews.bsky.social and I have a lot of fun recapping this week's biggest EV news:

- Toyota's electric comeback (goodbye bZ4X, hello bZ)
- GM's cheap LMR batteries
- The GOP's plan to kill the EV tax credit

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Yup. Surprised it took so long, to be honest

Looking into it! Thanks

Thanks! I don’t know about that but if I find out I’ll let you know! Definitely not something they advertised, so I’m going to assume it’s a no

what a bizarre "question"

don't forget the bong bong bongs

It's a great question. We'll look into it!

What Tariffs Mean For EVs, Tesla Sales Drop & Toyota's Hybrid Problem Podcast Episode · InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast - Electric Vehicle News · 04/04/2025 · 43m

Everything's totally fine in the car business and nobody's panicking at all on this week's episode of the Plugged-In Podcast with me and @patrickgeorge.bsky.social

We discuss: Tariffs and the EV future, Q1's winners/losers in the EV market & how nobody can find Toyota hybrids

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Even if you're already exhausted by coverage of Trump's incoming auto tariffs, give my boss @patrickgeorge.bsky.social's story here a read.

Hyundai's enormous new Metaplant shows that the tariffs are inescapable, even for companies with amazing timing and gleaming new U.S. plants.

The Fisker Ocean saga continues. Really cool story on @insideevs.com about the Bronx repair shop servicing NYC's newest, and weirdest, Uber car.

InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast is pretty good

Tesla Owners: Want To Move On? Get $20,000 Off Of A Polestar 3 Lease EV maker Polestar evidently wants to scoop up buyers who are over Tesla.

EV maker Polestar evidently wants to scoop up buyers who are over Tesla. Taken together, this deal should drastically drop the monthly cost of a Polestar 3 lease.

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Sony-Honda Can't Explain Why You Should Buy The Afeela EV The Afeela 1 arrives to a crowded segment with specs near the bottom of its class. Is it too little, too late?

Great interview by Mack at @insideevs.com on the Sony-Honda Afeela 1: "After sitting down for a half-hour virtual interview with Sony-Honda Mobility's president, I have more concerns than ever about this project."

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The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT Stole Subaru's Best Idea With a new trim packing more ground clearance and all-terrain tires, the updated Ioniq 5 shows off its versatility.

We're convinced Hyundai took a certain Subaru playbook to bring to the EV world with the all-new Ioniq 5 XRT.

And after sliding one around some dirt roads, we're also convinced the idea is going to appeal to a lot of people.

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Are EVs With Gas Engines The Future? We discuss where extended-range EVs—or EREVs—fit into tomorrow’s transportation picture on this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast.

If you're catching up on podcasts over the holiday weekend, the Plugged-In Podcast is a good one. (Though I am biased.) Me and @tlevin.bsky.social chat:

--Ford's tough road ahead
--Trump pulling the plug on charger funding
--EVs with gas engines? Yes, really.

Tune in!
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Are EVs With Gas Engines The Future? We discuss where extended-range EVs—or EREVs—fit into tomorrow’s transportation picture on this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast.

Extended-range EVs could be the solution that everyone—from range-conscious shoppers to automakers—is looking for. This and more on this week's Plugged-In Podcast.

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The 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron Is Audi's Best EV Yet The Audi Q6 E-Tron is a big deal. We take a tour and break down its technology, infotainment and driving experience.

The Audi Q6 E-Tron is a big deal. We take a tour and break down its technology, infotainment and driving experience.

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New York City Mayor Says 'Every Day' City Could Experience 9/11 YouTube video by Washington Free Beacon

I, for one, am grateful Eric Adams will be free and available to produce more moments like this

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Damn let’s go

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This bit from my interview with Lucid Motors' CEO surprised me: He told me he'd love it if the vast majority of Lucid's business someday wasn't selling cars—but rather tech licensing. He wants Lucid to be like the "Intel Inside" for EVs.

It makes sense, since cars are a notoriously crappy business

Trump's DOT Stops Key EV Charger Funding Program In Its Tracks The Trump administration put a pause on new projects under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program.

Trump just stepped up his attack on federal EV charger funding through the NEVI program.

The Federal Highway Administration notified states that their plans to deploy EV infrastructure were no longer approved, and that they can't obligate funds pending new guidance.

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Dear Carmakers: Want Tesla Buyers? Hurry Up And Make Better EVs If you're looking to dump your Model 3 or Model Y, there aren't many great choices on the market.

A couple of friends of mine have Tesla Model 3s and are looking to dump them. They haven't found anything they've liked.

There are few choices out there to buy. If automakers want to pick up disgruntled Tesla buyers, the need to make better cars -- and fast.

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True, plus I take a mean screenshot

Tried to sign up, but I'm none of these things : (

better luck next year

It's time for the @insideevs.com Tariff And Tax Credit Power Hour!

(We actually talked about a bunch of other stuff too, like the Lucid Gravity's bonkers 400 kW charging, and GM turning a profit on EVs.)

Enjoy!

The president has no authority to claw back funding for EV chargers, even if he wants to "Terminate The Green New Deal."

Still, I've got to imagine the funding pause/review Trump ordered could disrupt states and charging companies as they plan out new stations. Any tips here--my DMs are open.

'You're Going To Be In Rough Shape': Rivian CEO To Rivals Backing Off EVs CEO R.J. Scaringe told InsideEVs that he's not worried about EV tax credits going away—but he is worried the U.S. could fall behind in the race.

“Rivian, Tesla, the Chinese—we have a full-throttle focus on EV. And if you’re doing that as your 10% job as an [automaker], you’re going to be in rough shape in 10 years.”

Rivian's CEO RJ Scaringe sounds off on tax incentives, the Trump era and more in an interview:

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S2 Ep7: The New Tesla Model Y, Toyota's EV Struggles & A Rivian Roadtrip

If you haven't heard me and @tlevin.bsky.social on the Plugged-In Podcast, you're missing out! This episode is our best yet.

We're finally no longer recording in rented cars or our relatives' houses, and we talk Model Y, Toyota EVs, a Rivian road trip and more:

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