EV Geek Podcast

On today's episode, Joel and Sebastian drive the 2025 IONIQ 5 N, courtesy of Chris Crain Hyundai of Conway (chriscrainhyundai.com). The IONIQ 5N marks the return of the "Hot Hatch", bridging the gap between combustion and electric performance cars.  @hyundai  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: ht...

On Episode 26 of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss... - Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra get upgrades - Rivian Enhanced Highway Assist - Ford completes shipping adapters and - Kia EV9 V2H capabilities Plus what we are driving!!   ⁨@toyotausa⁩   ⁨@Rivian⁩   ⁨@ford⁩   ⁨@kia⁩    Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.l...

On today's episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2025 Genesis Electrified GV70 Prestige AWD, courtesy of Genesis of Conway (genesisofconway.com). | EV Geek  @hyundai   @HyundaiMotorGroup  Genesis is Hyundai's attempt at competing with German Luxury Brands... is the GV70 able to hold its own at its much cheaper price? Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tes...

Today on the podcast we welcome Landon, the Arkansas eTraveler, to the podcast to discuss all things EV as well as an update on the rollout of of Wal-Marts DC Fast Chargers. https://www.youtube.com/@UC3NWvzT3JMSRqmJlNTRXlKA Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X...

This week on The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian get you caught up on the top news stories: - Tesla to open new Factory in Texas - GM teases a new Off-Road Silverado EV - VW reveals the EV for Every1 - Escalade IQ not Big Enough? - Volvo unveils the ES90  @tesla   @VolvoCars   @volkswagen_usa   @GeneralMotors  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla...

On today's episode, Joel and Sebastian interview 2 time Mustang Mach-E owner Sophie Dower. Sophie is the current head of the NorCal Mach-E Club, founder of the Mustang Mach-E Rally Club, works in Automotive 3D designs, and is no stranger to modifying her EVs. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: ht...

On Today's episode, Joel and Sebastian spend time with a 2024 Nissan Leaf SV Plus courtesy of Superior Nissan of Conway (www.superiornissan.com). The Grandfather of EVs, the Nissan Leaf soldiers on into the 2025 model year largely unchanged. Does this vehicle still make sense in the current EV landscape? Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral...

Today on episode 24 of The Friday Charge... - Kia teases new EVs on EV Day - Tesla launches China FSD - Lucid CEO steps down - Volvo teases ES90  @tesla   @VolvoCars   @LucidMotors   @kia  Plus hear what we have been driving!!! Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian...

On today's episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a 2024 BMW i7, courtesy of BMW of Little Rock (www.bmwoflittlerock.com) The BMW i7 is BMW's top of the line EV, and it sure does show it.  @BMW  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Ch...

On Today's Episode, Joel and Sebastian drive a BMW iX, courtesy of BMW of Little Rock (www.bmwoflittlerock.com). The BMW iX is BMW's first electric SUV in the US - is it worth the price, and how does it compare to BMW's other electric offerings? Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/th...

On Episode 23 of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss.. - Rivian Dune Edition - Cybertruck NHSTA rating - Rivian loan in jeopardy - Volvo and Polestar EVs to get new processors Plus a review of what we have been driving!   @tesla   @Rivian   @VolvoCars   @PolestarCars  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel102...

On today's episode, the EV Geek Podcast drive a 2024 Chevy Blazer EV LT, courtesy of Everett Chevrolet in Benton, AR (www.everettchevyauto.com). The Chevrolet Blazer EV is an all-electric SUV that combines a lot of good stuff into a mid-sized crossover package. How does it fare in the overall EV market though? Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla re...

On episode 22 of The Friday Charge.... - Tesla rolls out anti-theft cables - NEVI funding halted - Volvo announces EX30 Cross Country - Rivian fleet sales of the RCV  @tesla   @Rivian   @VolvoCars  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattSt...

We chat all things EV and podcasting with EV podcaster and enthusiast  @DriveElectricWithDomenick  Drive Electric With Domenick: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjiw6Jdf7DTiR_6m81XuNOw Batteries Included Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@UC8t6qd-ss-pTvi0bqVzYGog Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https...

On Today's Episode, Joel and Sebastian check out a 2024 Mustang Mach-E Premium courtesy of Crain Ford of Little Rock (crainfordoflittlerock.net) Since introduction in 2021, the Mustang Mach-E has had several improvements made to it - are these improvements enough to make it a true Model Y competitor?  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral co...

On Episode 21 of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss... - Toyota opens battery plant in North Carolina - Trouble brewing between Honda and Nissan - Mercedes get Supercharger access - Kia EV5 says no to US - Tesla sales slip significantly in Europe  @tesla   @kia   @Honda   @nissanusa   @MercedesBenz  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla re...

Joel and Sebastian chat with Ford F-150 Lightning owner about towing with an electric truck. Joe discusses his experiences towing with a 9000 lb camper in his Lightning.  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Geek on X: https://x.com/theEVgeek Sebastian on X: https://x.com/KilowattStation Check out the EV Geek...

On Today's Episode, Joel and Sebastian get their hands on a 2024 Ford F150 Lightning Flash, courtesy of Crain Ford of Little Rock. Ford introduced the Flash Trim level for the 2024 model year, bringing a good balance of tech features and simple materials to this Electric Truck. Is this trim level worth it, or should you just go for the Lariat or XLT? ---------------------- Questions? Comments? Int...

Today on The Friday Charge, Sebastian and Joel discuss Tesla HW upgrades and Robotaxi, ID.7 is dead in the US and Gravity Supercharging speeds ➡️Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com   ➡️Follow us on social media!! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/12CfAtuKARS/?mibextid=wwXIfr   X: www.x.com/theevgeek    Threads: www.threads.net/@evgeekpodcast   Blu...

On Today's Episode, Joel and Sebastian get their hands on a 2025 Volvo EX30 Twin Performance Ultra, courtesy of McLarty Volvo of Little Rock (https://www.mclartyvolvocars.com/).  @VolvoCars  #volvoex30  The EX30 has been on sale overseas for a little while now, but it is now finally here in the US after multiple delays. On today's episode, we seek to find out if this car was worth the wait! ------...

On Today's Episode, Joel and Sebastian get their hands on a 2025 Cadillac Lyriq Luxury 2 courtesy of Parker Cadillac of Little Rock (www.parker-cadillac.com) The Cadillac Lyriq was GM's first Foray in Electric Luxury. Introduced in 2022 as a 2023 Model Year, does the Lyriq continue to impress 3 years later? ---------------------- 00:00 Intro 02:03 Exterior Tour 04:50 Trunk and Cargo Space 05:55 Re...

This week on The Friday Charge... - EV Startup Canoo files bankruptcy - Hyundai actually doesn’t qualify for the Federal Tax Credit now. - RAM cancels their 500 mile truck - Cadillac officially launches the Lyriq V ➡️Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com   ➡️Follow us on social media!! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/12CfAtuKARS/?mibextid=wwXIfr  ...

We are joined on the podcast today by Ben Westby, a Ford Lightning owner. Ben talks about his experiences living 9000 feet up in the Rocky Mountains and how his Ford Lightning powers his off-grid lifestyle!!  @ford  #fordlightning #ford Ford Lighting Ownership Experience: https://youtu.be/n6XSVH8vF7Q?si=sPLLPY8idMeTSL-H Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.co...

On Today's Episode, Joel and Sebastian get their hands on a 2025 Volvo EX90 Performance Ultra, courtesy of McLarty Volvo of Little Rock (https://www.mclartyvolvocars.com/). @volvo The EX90 is Volvo's first ground-up EV in the U.S market, and might be it's best car yet. Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/joel10273 EV Gee...

On Episode 17 of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian discuss... Kia delays Tesla Supercharger access Rivian becomes king of the Electric Vans Our Review of the Hummer EV wo more automakers join the Supercharger Bandwagon ChargePoint battles cable theft   @kia   @hyundai   @ChargePointnet   @Rivian   @gmc  Questions? Comments? Interested in being a guest? Email us at evgeek1@gmail.com Tesla refer...