Batteries Included

104: Hyundai N Vision 74 Becoming An EV For Production, Rivian Rewards Referrals Kick Off 30.08.2024 1:37:35 ↓

Ripping episode this week – partially powered by Cybertruck – so of course we talked about V2H. We also hit on SoCal charging problems, Tom's initial Chevy Equinox EV ownership impressions, Hyundai and hybrids, Rivian Rewards referral program, and much more. Tune in and get up to speed!

103: VW ID. Buzz US Deets Drop And Disappoint, Ford Kills 3-Row EV, Delays Next-Gen Truck 23.08.2024 1:35:19 ↓

In this Friday episode, we talk about the VW ID. Buzz range and price deets, Ford's EV rollout "realignment," Lucid Air charging curve, Kyle updates us on Lucid Gravity and the Volvo EX90...and more. Tune in and get up to speed! 

102: Have Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Regret, Now Looking For An Electric 3-Row SUV | Battery Bargains 21.08.2024 39:43 ↓

In this episode, we recommend an EV for a viewer who regrets buying aa Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, another viewer considering a high-mileage Tesla Model 3, and a family wanting to swap out their Ford Mustang Mach-E for an electric with more cargo space.

101: Polestar 3 Begins US Production, Pininfarina Kills It With A Convertible Battista 16.08.2024 1:34:41 ↓

In this week's episode, we talk about Polestar 3 US production, range-testing Lucid Air Grand Touring, VW pushing back Trinity, EV rental drama, Cybertruck RWD, the Pininfarina Targamerica, and much, much more. 

100: Our Tesla Model 3 Is Too Frustrating On Road Trips And We Want To Replace It | Battery Bargains 14.08.2024 36:13 ↓

On today's show, we recommend an EV for a family tired of the laggy transmission in their Ford Edge, a couple frustrated by their 2021 Tesla Model 3, and an EV for a viewer with a crazy commute. Tune in, and come buy with us!

98: Help! I Need A 3-Row Electric SUV - Tesla Model Y or Kia EV9? | Battery Bargains 07.08.2024 43:49 ↓

In this episode, we recommend an EV for a family of six with three generations, another family wanting to replace their Nissan Leaf, and a man looking for a used EV for his son.  Come buy with us!

96: Help! I Need An EV To Pile On The Miles AND Carry Dogs | Battery Bargains 31.07.2024 38:04 ↓

This week we're finding new and used battery bargains for three more of our listeners.

93: Tired Of Taycan Troubles And Want A New EV_ But It Has To Be A Great Drivers Car 17.07.2024 41:25 ↓

On this show, we'll recommend an EV for a viewer tired of troubles with his Porsche Taycan, an underwater Nissan LEAF owner looking for a nicer ride, and a Canadian shopping for a second electric. Want your own EV recommendation? Send us a short clip telling us about your needs and situation, or a short email at batterybargains@batteriesincludedpodcast.com

90: Can Hydrogen Save The EV Revolution And Make DC Charging Profitable? 04.07.2024 42:32 ↓

We talk with the Founder and CEO of United Chargers, Gleb Nikiforov, about the challenges of EV adoption and his thoughts on using hydrogen to power DC charging hubs.

89: Electric Vehicle Battery Types And What Every EV Owner Should Know To Make Them Last 02.07.2024 42:05 ↓

UC Berkley Associate Professor Scott Moura joins us to talk about different EV battery chemistries – lithium-ion, LFP, sodium-ion, and solid-state – and how to take care of the one in your car.

84: Living With The Worst-Reviewed EV: VinFast VF8 SUV 13.06.2024 38:58 ↓

We talk with Francie from the Out of Spec Podcast about her experiences living with the VinFast VF8, the first vehicle from the young Vietnamese automaker to come to the US, and which probably received the worst critical reviews in recent history.

80: We Talk Ford F-150 Lightning with VP of Global EVs, Driving 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT and Rally 31.05.2024 1:50:05 ↓

Monster episode this week! Besides talking with Ford's VP of Global EV programs about F-150 lightning, we're talking about driving the 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT and Mach-E Rally, driving Tesla Model 3 Performance, driving the Chevy Equinox EV. All that, and the reveals of the Cadillac Optiq and Jeep Wagoneer S!