Batteries Included

Batteries Included

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Join your fellow EV enthusiasts to talk about the biggest stories each week, as well as the cars we’ve been driving, and the chargers we’ve been testing.

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Oct 23, 2026

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Episodes

32: Kia EV4, PV5, And EV2 Concept Debut, Ramcharger Battery Secrets Spilled 01.03.2025

In this episode:  * the debut of Kia EV4, PV5, and EV2 concept * Ramcharger gets 92-kWh battery with a big buffer * Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson steps down

31: How ChargeScape Will Pay For Your Charging And Rescue The Grid 26.02.2025

Join us as we talk with Joseph Vellone, CEO of ChargeScape – a company formed by BMW, Ford, Honda, and now, Nissan – which offers a global vehicle-grid integration platform that allows utilities to reduce your EV charging bill, and help keep the the grid healthy and humming along.

30: We Drive Both New Tesla Model Y & IONIQ 5 XRT - Which is better? PLUS Rivian Posts First Ever Profit 21.02.2025

On today's show, we'll be talking about Rivian posting its first gross profit Kia EV4 revealed in two configurations and Jordan drives the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT …and of course, much, much more.

29: Volvo EX30 Goes Cross Country, Rivian Van Now Available To All (Fleets) 14.02.2025

In today's episode, we talk about: ⦁ the Volvo EX30 going Cross Country ⦁ Rivian opening up its van to fleet orders ⦁ Tesla experiments with a way to stop cable cutting that's to dye for  • and much, MUCH more

28: I Want An EV As Quick As A Kia EV6 AWD, For Under $19,000 12.02.2025

In this episode we recommend an EV for:  • a family moving to Portugal who want an EV that looks like a normal car  • a viewer deciding between an older Nissan Leaf and a high-mileage Honda Civic   • and another viewer looking for an affordable used EV with beaucoup giddyup

27: CEO Of Ionna Visits For Official Launch, NEVI Federal Charger Program Halted 07.02.2025

In this episode: ⦁ CEO Seth Cutler visits as Ionna officially launches ⦁ NEVI, the federal charger funding program, gets halted ⦁ Mercedes gains access to Tesla Superchargers ⦁ Kyle tells us about Chinese Tesla Model Y competitor, the Onvo L60 from Nio ⦁ and of course, much, much more

26: Kyle Drives/Charges Awesome EVs In China, 2026 BMW iX Gets Bigger Battery 31.01.2025

This week: • Kyle goes wild in China, driving and charging all the EV things!  • BMW iX gets a bigger battery in its refresh • Lucid charging update and Supercharger access situation.

25: New Model Y On Sale In N.America and Europe 24.01.2025

Earlier today the refreshed Tesla Model Y, informally named 'Juniper', went on sale in North America and Europe. Join Batteries Included as they look at the pricing and details.

24: CyberFLOP or CyberSMASH? America's Top EV Truck Is Facing Headwinds 17.01.2025

Tesla’s Cybertruck ended 2024 as America’s most popular EV truck. But more recent monthly registration data show that growth slowing down. Plus, reports this week suggest that discounts are rising and factory workers are being moved off the Cybertruck lines as demand hasn’t met expectations. So where does that leave Tesla’s innovative and controversial pick-up truck? After a year on sale can we ca...

23: Tesla Model Y Refresh Revealed, Revised Honda 0 Series EVs Debut 10.01.2025

On this week's show, we talk about ⦁ the refreshed Tesla Model Y ⦁ Honda 0 Series Saloon and SUV at CES ⦁ Two more automakers announcing Supercharger integration dates ⦁ and of course, much, much more

22: Looking For Used Electric Luxury With The Biggest Depreciation Possible 08.01.2025

In this week's episode, we recommend an EV for: • a viewer looking for electric luxury on the cheap • a Wyoming family looking for an SUV with big range  • and a New York family wanting to replace their Toyota RAV4.

21: All The Electric Vehicles Coming In 2025! 03.01.2025

In this special episode, we talk about all the EVs coming to the US in 2025.

20: Stress Testing The Apex Ionna Rechargery, Ram 1500 Rev Gets Year Delay 20.12.2024

in this episode: • we talk about visiting the stress testing of the Ionna Rechargery in Apex, NC • RAM delaying the 1500 Rev all-electric pickup • Great end-of-year EV deals • and much much more!

19: How Rove Charging Created The Best Charging Hub Experience Yet 18.12.2024

In this special episode, Tom and Domenick sit down with William Reid, Chairman and CEO of Rove Charging, and Jeff Toon, Rove Charging Co-Founder and VP of E-mobility & Charging Infrastructure.  They ask how the company was born, what this initial charging hub site offers EV drivers, some of the technical electrical details, and if it can actually be profitable.

18: Cheapest Tesla Ever Coming 2025, Ionna To Bring DC Charging To Sheetz 13.12.2024

In this episode, we talk about: ⦁Tesla bringing its cheapest model ever in 2025 ⦁Sheetz partnering with Ionna for DC fast charging ⦁Tom interviewing Ionna's CEO, CPO, and Chief Engineer ⦁and of course, much, much more!

17: We Want An EV For A 2nd Car That Can Do It All (For Cheap) 11.12.2024

In this episode, we recommend an EV for: a family looking to add a 2nd car to their driveway  a viewer's sister who's totaled her Toyota Camry  and another viewer's friend, who is moving to Massachusetts from Canada.

16: Kyle Breaks The Electric Cannonball, Laycee On The Grounded RV Electric Motorhome 06.12.2024

Wicked awesome show for you today: • Miss GoElectric on the Grounded RV campervan • Kyle Conner on breaking the electric Cannonball • Tom Moloughney on the first Ionna Rechargery • and much, much more!

15: Telo Trucks, The Small Electric Truck With Big Truck Ambitions 04.12.2024

In this exciting episode, we talk with Telo Trucks co-founder and CTO Forrest North about this 152-inch long truck, its unique capabilities, and the path forward to production. https://www.telotrucks.com/ Batteries Included Podcast

14: Scout Joins Us To Talk Traveler And Terra, California Eyes New EV Incentive 29.11.2024

On today's show, we talk about: ⦁ Scout Traveler and Terra with the company's head of product marketing ⦁ California governor suggesting the state may offer a new EV incentive  ⦁ Rivian receiving a $6.6 billion loan from the Federal government Tune in!

13: Hyundai Ioniq 9 Revealed With Big Battery, Kia Debuts Updated EV6 And EV9 GT 22.11.2024

In this episode, we talk about: ⦁ the reveal of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 ⦁ Kia updating EV6 and debuting EV9 GT ⦁ RAM pushing back release of Rev and Ramcharger ⦁ and of course, much, much more

12: We Need A Cheap EV, Mostly To Act As A Source Of Home Back Up Power 20.11.2024

On this week's show, we recommend an EV for a Canadian couple looking to replace a Kia Niro EV a viewer who wants an EV mostly for home backup power and a family who want a VW ID. 4, but are now considering other options in light of the recent election

11: Cadillac Debuts The Three-Row Vistiq, Tesla V4 Superchargers To Serve 500 kW 15.11.2024

This week's show is a real ripper! We talk about: ⦁the debut of the Cadillac Vistiq ⦁Tesla V4 Superchargers get supercharged  ⦁Rivian and Volkswagen officially launching their joint venture ⦁and much, much more

10: Looking For A Honda Ridgeline Replacement, Absolutely Do Not Want A Tesla 13.11.2024

In this episode, we recommend an EV for: a family looking to replace their Honda Ridgeline, but absolutely do not want a Tesla  a viewer embarrassed to be seen in their Tesla  and another viewer wanting to replace their Audi Q5 with an electric sedan  

9: How GM Energy Can Power Your House With A PowerBank Battery Or Your EV 11.11.2024

A special interview with GM Energy Chief Revenue Officer Aseem Kapur discussing the company's vehicle-to-home (V2H) system with PowerBank battery storage. We discuss the elements of GM Energy's suite of V2H and storage products, including the PowerShift Charger, the Home V2H Enablement Kit, and PowerBank. You can check out the GM suite of home energy products here: https://gmenergy.gm.com/for-home

8: Trump Effect On Electrification, Volvo EX30 First Deliveries Move Up To This Year 08.11.2024

On this week's Friday show, we talk about ⦁how the Trump Presidency could affect the electrification of transport ⦁Volvo EX30 US arrival getting moved up to this year ⦁Suzuki revealing its first EV and its Toyota DNA ⦁and of course, much, much more

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