Out of Spec Podcast

Kyle and Jordan do a deep dive on the Lucid Gravity first drive experience! Discussing its driving, design, interior, software (or lack thereof...), potential charging, competitors, and more. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000. Find us on all of these places: YouTube...

In this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast, we sit down with Team Model S Plaid (Ryan, Andy, and Matt) to recount their journey in the I-90 Surge. Driving Tesla’s most powerful sedan from Seattle to Boston, the team shares their charging strategy, experiences navigating the Tesla Supercharger and Electrify America networks, and how they overcame challenges like Battery Management System issues tha...

Kyle, Coleton, & most importantly, Alyssa gather to talk about her driving experience with the Tesla Model Y loaner vehicle that she had for a day. We discuss some upgrades we'd like to see for Juniper Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000. Find us on all of these p...

In this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast, we sit down with Team Ioniq 6 (Corbin, Lacey, and Mike) from the I-90 Surge to recount their exciting road trip in Hyundai’s efficient electric vehicle. Over 48 hours and 51 minutes, the team shared their strategy, the Ioniq 6's charging curve, thoughts on the other vehicles from the race, their experiences like charging conflicts with other teams, crack...

In this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast, we sit down with Jose from RivianTrackr and Marco from RANTracker to discuss Rivian's big move to open their Adventure Network chargers to all EVs, starting with Joshua Tree. With Version 1.5 dispensers NEVI compliant, Rivian has made strides in public charging, setting new standards for reliability and convenience. We break down how Rivian’s infrastruct...

In this episode, Jordan and Isaiah explore Jaguar’s bold leap into the future with the Type 00 concept and the automakers ambitious plans to change the ethos, brand recognition and design of their vehicles to help it get the ground running on it's future EVs. With dwindling sales and a reputation stuck in neutral, Jaguar’s life is hung on its ability to deliver a good vehicle in the next generatio...

Nissan joins in on the Supercharger fun with the Ariya electric vehicle, but unlike other electric vehicles, Nissan says additional hardware, a spacer between the DC pins, is required to use the network. Let's talk about why that could be. While a ton of automakers have been announcing their move to NACS and gaining access to the Supercharger network, just a few automakers actually have access so...

In this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast, Jordan and Isaiah dive into Tesla’s latest move to allow lease buyouts. Starting November 27th, Tesla now gives customers the option to purchase their leased vehicles at the end of their term. We discuss how this new policy impacts EV leasing, the financial breakdown of lease buyouts versus outright purchases, and the potential benefits for Tesla owners...

Jordan takes you through all the updates coming in the 2024.44.25 holiday update for Teslas rolling out next week! Apple Watch App, weather, route-planning improvements, new game, easier sentry recording access, rear cross traffic alert, and SO much MORE. Jordan's Tesla referral link: https://ts.la/jordan491998 Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Fort Collins Ki...

In this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast, we sit down with the team behind the Acura TLX (Gjeebs, Tijmen, and JR), the lone gas powered car in the I-90 Surge. Facing off against nine electric vehicles, including the Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model 3 on its tail, the TLX served as the benchmark for this endurance test. Armed with nothing but the open road, Team TLX shares their no strategy, no pla...

In this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast, we sit down with the Porsche Taycan team from the I-90 Surge to recount their thrilling cross-country road trip in one of the fastest charging EVs in the US. Spanning over 46 hours from Seattle to Boston, the team shares their experiences as they pushed the limits of Porsche’s flagship electric vehicle. We dive deep into their strategy, exploring how the...

Dave recaps his Macan experience thus far, barely having taken delivery! Software woes, DC Fast-Charging challenges, and concerns and excitement about his upcoming road trip. Our second podcast dialing in our setup in the new studio! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,00...

In this episode of Out of Spec, Jordan and Isaiah discuss the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, Cadillac's latest electric vehicle. We cover its design, performance, and position in the EV market. Join us to learn about the Vistiq's features, driving experience, and Cadillac's electrification strategy. Whether you're an EV enthusiast or curious about Cadillac's future, this conversation offers valuable insigh...

In this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast, we sit down with the OG Model S team (Dan, Alex, Tom) from the I-90 Surge to recount their epic cross country road trip in a 2012 Tesla Model S 85. Spanning over 63 hours from Seattle to Boston, the team faced unique challenges as they piloted one of the first DC fast charging EVs, a vehicle now over a decade old, against modern electric vehicles like th...

Join Walter and Isaiah as they dive into Tesla's latest Supercharger updates! Discover how Tesla is improving stall availability accuracy with smarter software, rolling out long cable V4 dispenser at Superchargers, and modifying sites to better accommodate non-Tesla EVs. These changes aim to make charging easier and more accessible for all EV drivers, setting the stage for a better charging experi...

Jordan had a chance to check out the new Hyundai IONIQ 6 3-row electric SUV! Hyundai's first 3 row EV SUV on the e-GMP platform and the cousin to the Kia EV9, expectations are high, let's discover what this EV has to offer, diving into charging speed, interior space, exterior design and initial impressions from Jordan. Enjoy! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: -...

Kyle talks to the team piloting the Tesla Model 3 LR RWD in our recent I-90 Surge. Talking strategy, discussing the capabilities, challenges, and fully debrief what led to second place! Stay tuned for additional teams and episodes. Check out the I-90 Surge over on  @OutofSpecMotoring  ! shop.outofspecstudios.com for merch to commemorate. Jordan’s Tesla referral: https://ts.la/jordan49199...

Kyle speaks with the team (Dave, Alex, Shane) piloting the Lucid during our epic I-90 Surge! They discuss the capabilities, challenges, and fully debrief what led to running out of charge! Stay tuned for additional teams and episodes. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,0...

While a ton of automakers have been announcing their move to NACS and gaining access to the Supercharger network, just a few automakers actually have access so far. Now Volvo and Polestar joins in on the Supercharger fun! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000. Find us o...

Episode 457: Join Francie and her guests, Renée and Tim, who are calling in from their Kia EV9 all the way from down unda - Australia! They discuss their decision to and experience of driving a fully electric lap around the continent Australia. Everything from their DIY aerodynamics, rewiring of the now 48V system, solar panels, desert explorations - they cover it all in today's episode. Stay up t...

Episode 456: Jordan is joined by Jose ( @riviantrackr ) to discuss the new rewards program introduced by Rivian. Check out www.riviantrackr.com for a detailed write-up! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000. Find us on all of these places: YouTube: https://www...

Episode 455: In today's episode, Francie sits down with Scott Davidson, Chief Executive Officer at  @Revolv-FutureofFleets  to discuss the future of fleet electrification. From the economic and sustainability drivers to the challenges of infrastructure and battery management, Scott breaks down why EVs are inevitable for commercial fleets. Learn about how Revolv’s programmatic performance...

Episode 454: Join Francie, Judy & Larry to talk Vinfast. Vinfast. As one of the newest car companies in the U.S., Vinfast is striving for happy owners. But what challenges have they faced along the way? And how have they been resolved? Tune in to hear firsthand accounts of Vinfast ownership and what it’s really like to drive one of their vehicles. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information...

Episode 453: Hop into the conversation with Francie and Glen Stancil, CEO of Merge Electric Fleet Solutions, all about plug-in access solutions AKA Plug & Charge and Autocharge. They talk about exactly how these methods work, where we are in their development/implementation/standardization, the different stakeholders, best use cases for each, and more! Enjoy and thanks for plugging in with us...

Episode 452: In this episode, Francie and Jordan explore the aftermath from a full VinFast VF8 vehicle failure. Jordan is sharing his experience with troubleshooting and resolving the issue. They discuss how VinFast handled the situation, what support was offered, and what other owners can expect if they face similar problems. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: -...