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After four years of EV ownership, I thought I had a pretty good understanding of the electric vehicle experience. Then I took a trip through New England, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and rural Maine—and what I found completely changed my perspective. In some places, EVs were everywhere. Charging was plentiful, electric vehicles felt mainstream, and road-tripping was easy. In other regions, E...

Today on the Turn Down For Watt Podcast we welcome Gus from Gus Bus Boondocks! In this episode we dive deep into EV Van Life, living full-time in a DIY BrightDrop electric camper van, and what it's really like to turn an electric delivery van into a home on wheels. Gus shares why he chose a BrightDrop EV, how long he's been living the van life, where he parks, how he charges, his longest r...

How long does an EV battery really last? Dave's 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E has now surpassed an incredible 350,000 miles, making it one of the highest-mileage Mustang Mach-Es on the road today. In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we revisit Dave to discuss EV battery degradation, battery health, charging habits, maintenance costs, reliability, and long-term electric vehicle ownership after hu...

This week on the Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we're catching up on some of the biggest stories and experiences from around the EV world. From robotic lawn mowers to EV road trips and charging infrastructure, we're tackling the topics that EV owners are actually talking about.🌱 MOVA Robot Mower Review Chris shares his real-world experience with the MOVA robotic mower and why AI-powered lawn...

The EV industry is evolving fast and so are the biggest automotive and technology festivals in America. On this episode of the Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we sit down with BJ Birtwell, founder of Electrify Expo and the newly expanded Demo Days Festival, to discuss why one of the nation’s largest EV-focused touring events is transforming into a massive future mobility festival featuring EVs, hybrid...

🎙️In this episode of Turn Down For Watt, we sit down with Jonathan Shinn from PowerStation to discuss a bold new vision for the future of EV charging: a 100% off-grid fast charging network powered by over 1,000 solar panels and massive battery storage systems instead of the traditional utility grid. Even more impressive, charging at the Baker, CA PowerStation location is currently FREE through the...

🎙️Is Ford really stepping back from EVs… or did Model e quietly take over everything? In this episode of the Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we break down Ford’s massive internal shift—from the rise (and “fall”) of Model e to the future of the next-generation F-150, Lightning, and beyond. What looks like a retreat from EVs might actually be something much bigger: the entire F-Series going software-def...

In this episode of the Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we break down the Q1 EV sales data and the reality of today’s EV market. The numbers don’t lie — demand is soft, many models are down big year over year, and the gap between Tesla and everyone else is still massive. That leads to the big question: Can the Rivian R2 save 2026?We’re joined by special guests including Jose from Rivian Tracker, Zak fr...

In this episode, we sit down with Jordan Schiefer to talk about his journey from Out of Spec Studios to Kelley Blue Book (KBB), how he got his start, and what it’s like creating automotive content at both an independent channel and a major brand. We dive into Jordan’s story, including how he met Kyle Conner in Colorado and became part of Out of Spec during the early days when the channel still cov...

Can you drive Route 66 in an EV? 🚗⚡ In this episode of Turn Down For Watt, we sit down with Patrick and Liv from The Electric Duo to break down their 2,400-mile Route 66 EV road trip challenge and whether the classic American road trip is ready to go electric. As Route 66 celebrates its 100-year anniversary, The Electric Duo is taking on “Route 66 Recharged” a full cross-country EV journey from...

In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we sit down with Tom Moloughney, the voice behind the  @StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney  channel, to break down the current state of the EV industry and where it is headed next. Tom brings a practical, boots-on-the-ground perspective from years of real-world charging reviews and deep industry insight. We dive into the realities of EV charging infrastructure, t...

On this episode of Tech Charged we are covering how the Everdrive Project is progressing, Fords new EV announcement and much much more.🔎 KEYWORDS Ford $30K EVFord affordable EVFord universal EV platformFord electric truckFord Motor Company EVMaverick EVAffordable electric truckLFP battery FordCATL prismatic batteryFord 48V system400V EV chargingElectric truck under 30000Ford next gen EVFord EV st...

This week on Watts in the News, we break down one of the biggest shifts in Tesla’s history. Tesla has officially canceled the Model S and Model X, ending new sales as production lines at Fremont are converted to build Optimus humanoid robots. The move signals a major pivot toward AI, robotics, Full Self-Driving (FSD), and Robotaxi, raising big questions about Tesla’s long-term direction. We’re joi...

Tesla Cancels Model S & X. During yesterday’s Tesla earnings call, Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla will end new Model S and Model X sales in Q2, shutting down those production lines to convert them for manufacturing up to 1 million Optimus robots. This marks one of the most dramatic pivots in Tesla’s history as the company shifts its focus from flagship vehicles to AI, robotics, and Full Self-D...

This episode of Turn Down for What dives into the latest news from the world of electric vehicles! 🚗 We cover breaking news including Tesla updates and the latest developments in GM's electric vehicle strategy. Stay tuned for insights on Canada news and what it means for the future of electric vehicles! 🔋Real megawatt charging arrives as Tesla pulls back on Autopilot. In this episode of Turn...

Watts In The News Ep 4 breaks down the biggest electric vehicle stories shaping the EV industry right now. This week, Canada makes headlines by welcoming Chinese electric vehicles into the country, potentially opening the door for brands like BYD, NIO, and Zeekr and shaking up the North American EV market. What does this mean for tariffs, affordability, domestic automakers, and the future of EV co...

On today’s Turn Down For Watt Podcast, we dive into the controversy surrounding the Donut Labs battery and ask the big question everyone is debating: Is it truly solid-state, or is it overhyped marketing bordering on a scam? We break down what solid-state really means, how it compares to current lithium-ion tech from CATL, BYD, and Tesla, and why battery terminology matters more than ever. We also...

In this episode of Watts In The News, I break down why the latest Donut Labs and Ford announcements from CES may be widely misunderstood. With claims around solid state energy storage, autonomous driving, and comparisons to FSD, Tesla, and NVIDIA, the internet has been quick to label these developments as hype or even scams. YouTubers like Electric Viking have raised serious doubts, while others c...

As the new year begins, we take a step back to break down what 2025 revealed about the EV industry, separating real progress from the noise. From infrastructure growth and consumer adoption to policy shifts and market sentiment, this episode looks at where the industry stands today and what lessons the past year made clear. We also touch on the recent headlines surrounding the Ford F-150 Lightning...

In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we are joined by Walter from  @OutofSpecBITS  and  @thenetworkarchitectchannel  for a grounded, nationwide look at the current state of EV charging in America. From reliability and uptime to power availability, site design, and regional gaps, we break down what is working, what still needs improvement, and how real world data is shaping the next phase of char...

In this episode we are going to discuss the HUGE news of Ford cancelling the F150 Lightning for good and replacing it with an EREV lightning. Also guest star Zach Carpenter to discuss Everdrive, the charge while driving EREV Lightning upgrade.

In this episode, we dive into how international charging networks are shaping the next chapter of electric mobility. Our conversation explores what it takes to travel and charge across Europe and Canada where station density, reliability, and user experience set a strong benchmark for the rest of the world. We discuss the variety of EVs found across global markets, how infrastructure quality influ...

On this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we welcome Steven Rossi, CEO of Worksport, to discuss an exciting American made breakthrough in mobile power. We dive into the Solis solar truck bed cover and the COR portable battery system, exploring how real solar generation and on demand electricity can now travel with your pickup. Steven shares the vision behind building this technology in the United Sta...

Tonight we’re back with a special holiday-week episode packed with huge EV updates! Martin shares big progress on his Everdrive EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) system for the Ford F-150 Lightning, I give an update on selling our last gas vehicle and officially going fully electric, and we both discuss the latest news on Power Up America’s massive EV charging expansion across the U.S. We’re...

In this episode of Turn Down for Watt, we dig into the game-changing updates to Tesla FSD and what they could mean for the future of transportation. From safety and autonomy to how cities, drivers, and the entire EV ecosystem might adapt, we break down what’s real, what’s hype, and what comes next. We also explore how full autonomy could reshape charging, infrastructure planning, and the broader e...