Electrify Podcast

Two-time formula drift champion, the ultimate fun haver, creator of RTR, and someone who Jarod refers to as the modern-day Carroll Shelby, welcome to the show Vaughn Gittin Jr. ---- FOLLOW: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website ----- PRODUCED BY: Lagos Creative

The first guest of the reboot is the Co-Founder, and Cheif Marketing Officer of Super73, Michael Cannavo. Super 73 is an electric motorbike company that has made custom bikes for celebrities such as Justin Bieber, Will Smith, Madonna, and more. The two discuss the history of the company, the inspiration behind the company and much more. ---- FOLLOW: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website ----- PRODUCE...

The Electrify Podcast is back, and we've got a brand new host - Jarod DeAnda! Our mission? Making EVs exciting and accessible for everyone! What to expect: we're bringing in diverse guests and fun content to tackle any doubts or concerns enthusiasts might have in the EV world. Electrify Expo has been a huge hit, and in this episode, Jarod chats with BJ Birtwell, the CEO of Electrify News...

We are back! This was a previously recorded episode that Matt did with an American motorsport racing driver. The two discuss all things motorsports, car culture, and the EV revolution. We do have a surprise coming next week with the re-launch of the show, so be sure to tune in! ---- FOLLOW: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website ----- PRODUCED BY: Lagos Creative

Matt and Jo dive into it all today. They first discuss government mandates and how SEMA is flexing its political muscles. Next, they dive into a deeper discussion on why we are fighting progress and change, the "me first" culture in the United States, and how the majority voice is scarcely heard. Lastly, they discuss new charging infrastructure for Tesla, vehicle safety, the greatness of...

Matt and Joe are back for episode 280. They start off with a discussion about Tesla Investor Day and what their main takeaways from the event were. Next, they discuss the landscape of charging and how it is evolving, with an update on the Tesla Supercharger discussion, as well as how consumers are choosing their vehicles based on where they can charge them. Then they talk about the NYC law on e-bi...

Joining Jo today is Tracy Price, the founder and CEO of Qmerit — the largest OEM and car dealer partner in the EV charging space. Jo and Tracy discuss how Qmerit was founded, the value they provide to home charging consumers, and the focus they have on making sure each customer is left delighted with their experience. The two also touch on the importance of future-proofing home charging systems, a...

Joining Matt and Jo today is Loren McDonald from EV Adoption.com . The trio kick off the show with an in-depth discussion about the Tesla Superchargers and cleared up some of the confusion around the topic of who those will be available to. Next, they discuss BP buying Travel Centers of America,  Subway launching Oasis, and how these two companies are capitalizing on dwell time for the EV consumer...

Joining Jo today is Cory Steuben who is the President of Munro & Associates which focuses on the lean design of auto manufacturing. Cory and Jo kick off the episode with a discussion about the thermal system of a vehicle, the reliability of EVs, and Cory explains why your EV might struggle in the winter at times. Next, they discuss cost-saving measures from manufacturers, Tesla's project...

Matt and Jo are together for this episode, and have a lot to discuss! They kick off with a discussion on the NEVI program, and the new standards and requirements that were announced. Next, they discuss the shutdown of Tesla's Shanghai factory and what this means for Tesla. Then they break down the rebate available in CA if you convert your ICE vehicle, into an EV, and why Jo doesn't like...

Joining Jo today is the CEO and Founder of FreeWire Technologies, Arcady Sosinov. Arcady and Jo kick off the episode with some discussion around the NEVI program and the practicality of this bill, and how FreeWire plays a role in making charging more attainable through energy storage. ---- FOLLOW: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website ----- PRODUCED BY: Lagos Creative

Joining Jo today is the newly-elected Chairman of the Automotive Trade Association Executives, president of the California New Car Dealers Association, and NADA member, Brian Maas. They first discuss how the EV space is developing, one of the key ways being the plethora of choices that the consumer now has to select from. Next, they discuss Brian's role in the dealership space, and some of th...

Joining Jo on today's episode is the CEO of Taiga Motors, Sam Bruneau. Taiga is focused on electric vehicles in the off-roading space, where they currently have an electric snowmobile, as well as an electric personal watercraft. Jo and Sam start with a discussion on how Taiga was started, the process of entering into production, getting certified, and overcoming supply chain volatility. Next,...

On this episode of Electrify News, Matt and Jo discuss the NEVI funding, a new "charging consortium" and the role that will play on public charging infrastructure. Next, they discuss the importance of getting things right the first time, the chaotic price fluctuation of Tesla, and how traditional automakers are getting it right in many respects. Then they discuss the contrast between the...

On this week's episode, Matt and Jo start off with the exciting news that EV drivers in Canada can now download the Chargeway mobile app for station finding and EV trip planning. Then, they discuss some of the new developments in the self-driving car debacle, how it can still fit in the industry, and how Tesla has fallen short of the perfection narrative. Lastly, they breakdown the recent new...

Matt and Jo are back for this podcast episode. First, they discuss the self-driving car program, the degree to which the wheels have fallen off, and some possible solutions to revive it.  Next, they discuss the new Ram1500, the VW I.D. Buzz and other new EVs  that are making their debut. Then they discuss how consumers view the EV space, how consumers can make an EV fit into their life today, and...

Joining Jo today is an automotive industry legend, Matt DeLorenzo. Matt has a new book out which is titled How To Buy An Affordable Electric Car: A Tightwad's Guide to EV Ownership. Matt and Jo discuss this new book, how Matt got involved in the EV space and the price parody for electric vehicles. Next, Matt shares why he believes buyers need to shift their expectations when thinking about pu...

Joining Jo today is the founder of the Electrify Expo, Bj Birtwell. Bj and Jo kick off by discussing their excitement for the upcoming year, and they have a conversation about Tesla and their need to increase marketing efforts as more manufacturers infiltrate the EV space. Next, they talk through the RPM act, and what it means for the automotive industry. Lastly, they talk about the new shows for...

Matt and Jo are back on this episode, and ready to cover it all. First, they discuss Matt's recent travels around the world ad the receptivity and excitement he is seeing all over for EVs. Next, of course, they have to talk about charging and some of the recent headlines over this holiday season, EV batteries, and new battery swapping programs. Then they discuss how some Ev's are being p...

Joining Jo today is the co-founder and President of Bring A Trailer. Jo and Randy kick off the episode by discussing how Bring A Trailer (BaT) came to be, and what inspired Randy to start this transactions service for collectible cars. Next, they discuss the best way to use BaT, the uniqueness of EV's and the Tesla Roadster in particular. Lastly, they discuss which modern EV is most likely to...

In this episode, Jo is joined by the co-founder and president of Monarch Tractors, Mark Schwager. Mark is leading a team that is bringing electrification into the agriculture space, and that is extremely exciting to learn about. First, they discuss the new partnership with Foxconn and how that will make a difference in their operation. Next, they discuss how the vehicle was inspired and designed a...

On today's episode, joining Jo is Neil Tjin. Neil is a veteran in the automotive industry, who has been building custom cars for a long time.  They start off by discussing the SEMA show and how Neil got involved, his new role in the EV space, and all the new and exciting things that are on the horizon for Electrical Vehicles. Then they discuss the Showoff Show, which Neil is running, as a spa...

In this episode, Matt, Jo, and their guest Robert Powell discuss the Rivian truck. Robert placed his order on day 1, patiently waited, and has now had the Rivian for 7 months, averaging almost 4,000 miles per month. They discuss all things Rivian, from towing capacity to the ease of support, and all of Roberts favorite aspects of being a Rivian owner. ---- FOLLOW: Instagram Twitter Facebook Websit...

On this live episode, Matt and Jo have Jason from JackRabbit on the show to discuss their micro e-bike. Jason highlights key aspects such as portability, simplicity, and customizability of the bike. These are all important traits that make JackRabbit incredibly unique and extremely user-friendly. ---- FOLLOW: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website PRODUCED BY: Lagos Creative

Joining Matt and Jo is the CEO of Burromax, Kenny Francis. They start off by discussing Kenny's background and how Burromax came to be. Next, they discuss the bike itself, from the design, size, and overall functionality, as well as the fine details that all have intentionality behind them. Lastly, they discuss how determined focus on their customer has evolved the bike into what it is today....