The EVs for Everyone Podcast

Comedian Blake Wexler joins the show today as Tesla unveils a no-frills Model Y that's cheaper than a fake Labubu but roasted harder than a cup of overcooked ramen. Elon asks, "does your mom have a question?" on X and Aubrey Strobel's mom scores a SpaceX launch invite—hmm, was it waste of a Q&A? OpenAI's Sora 2 unleashes physics-perfect deepfake video creation. From Bob Ross painting a Cybertr...

Tesla's most "affordable vehicle" yet? Nah. I scoured the internet this afternoon for everything you need to know about the brand new Model Y Standard and Model 3 Standard announcement. I gotta be honest, I feel a bit let down with this one. Tune in to hear why. BBQ ribs not included : ) ______________________________ Tell me what's on your mind! Email me at elena@evs4everyone.com ________________...

Holy Q3 Batman. According to Automotive News, EVs floored it with a 21% sales surge to 410,000 units, snagging 10% market share last quarter. Buyers dashed like caffeinated squirrels to hoard $7,500 tax credits before Uncle Sam yanked the cord. Meanwhile, Tesla's still the boss with 463,000 global deliveries, but growth seems to be idling like a Cybertruck in traffic. Enter GM's glow-up: 66,000 EV...

The $7,500 federal EV tax credit is about to get the Avengers: Endgame snap—today's your panic-buying buzzer-beater day before it goes away for good. Did you lock it in? Oh, and have you seen used EV prices lately? Wow. Insane. Also, let's talk about the EY analysis which highlighted China's aggressive EV adoption, with plug-in hybrids and new energy vehicles (NEVs) expected to reach 50% of sales...

Kirsten Von Busch, Director of Product Marketing at Experian is back on the show today to talk all things EV consumer trends (and a few other fun side quests). In Q2 2025, EV sales took a tiny dip but held steady overall, with SUVs stealing the show at 69% of new registrations. Tesla's still the king of the EV castle with a 46% market share, but Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, and Honda are heating up t...

Detroit based stand-up comedian, Joel Sankey joins the show to humorously explore the eccentric world of EVs, delivering laughs and sharp commentary. He muses on whether Batman would swap his legendary Batmobile for Mahindra's BE 6 Batman Edition, which features "Bat Signal" puddle lights and custom engine sounds, available to just 300 fortunate buyers. We also poke fun at the ridiculousness of a...

It's fall y'all, let's get into it! BYD, the Chinese EV giant, faces its first consecutive production drop since 2020, signaling a market shift despite strong global sales. Nissan’s ambitious EV rollout hits a snag, leaving their next-gen models in limbo as they navigate fierce competition. Friendly Chevrolet in Dallas unveils a game-changing EV charging hub, offering fast chargers and a comfy vib...

John Vincent, Senior Editor and Correspondent for Vehicle Testing at U.S. News & World Report is on the show today to break down the requirements for snagging a budget-friendly electric vehicle with the federal EV tax credit before it expires. As the federal EV tax credit races toward its September 30, 2025 expiration, we’re diving into the volts and bolts of how it works—and how you can cash...

On August 22, 2025, the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles County Superior Court against American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Sony Honda Mobility, Inc., and Sony Honda Mobility of America, Inc., alleging deliberate violations of California's franchise laws. Today, CNCDA President Brian Maas joins the show to explain the significance of this legal action and it...

Molly Boigon, Tech and Innovation Reporter at Automotive News is back on the show to unpack the saga of California's ZEV (zero emissions vehicle) dreams. California is exploring a state-level program to replace the federal $7,500 new electric vehicle tax credit and $4,000 used EV tax credit, set to expire on September 30, 2025, as part of President Trump’s rollback of environmental policies. A rep...

Still can't get over some of the insane EV lease deals that are happening right now. Sure, the low prices are intended to move the current backlog of EVs before next year’s models start rolling off assembly lines en masse so why not snag a lease deal on a Ford Mustang Mach-E or a Hyundai Ioniq 5 starting at $199/month before federal incentives vanish? I'm not in the market for a new car right now,...

Dive into the absurdity of corporate culture with Boston-based comedian Joe Fenti, who brings his sharp wit to our new game, Red Flag or Deal Breaker . Together, we dissect ten outrageous workplace traits to decide whether they’re merely red flags to watch out for or full-on deal breakers that would send you sprinting to the exit. From “unlimited PTO” that’s secretly a trap to bosses who evaluate...

Ford’s bold announcement of a $30,000 electric pickup truck set to launch in 2027, built on a new Universal EV Platform with a revolutionary “assembly tree” production system was *EVERYWHERE* yesterday. With a $5 billion investment, Ford aims to deliver a midsize truck with Mustang-level performance, a frunk, and mobile power plant capabilities, but the internet’s buzzing with mixed reactions. Som...

Joe White, writer at High Speed Rodeo and former auto industry correspondent at The Wall Street Journal and Reuters joins the show today for (yes, another!) discussion about the auto industry's tariff turmoil. First, we dive into the chaos caused by Trump's tariffs, with GM staring down a whopping $5 billion cost hike this year alone. From skyrocketing parts prices to disrupted global supply chain...

✨ NEW SERIES! Trygve Pedersen, Managing Director at Wenn, joined me for the very first episode of the AutoTech series where every month we'll take a quick ride through the wild world of automotive tech. This month, we pull back the curtain on Wenn—a startup that's revving up the rental car game with AI-powered damage detection. Born at a humble kitchen table in Norway just six years ago, this com...

Tyson Jominy, SVP of Data and Analytics at J.D. Power joins me today for an episode so spicy you'll need a glass of milk afterwards to chill out. Press play to hear what we think about Lucid’s move to tap Timothée Chalamet as their global ambassador, aiming to woo Gen Z into their luxury EVs. The Chevy Bolt is set to return in 2027, sparking debate on its budget-friendly potential in the affordabl...

John Howard, Director of Product Management at Experian Automotive joined the show today to talk about Experian's Q1 Automotive Market Trends report, focusing on EV trends and automotive industry insights. John highlighted that 76% of EV owners are replacing their vehicles with another electric vehicle, with Tesla owners showing particularly high brand loyalty. Toyota's hybrid strategy also emerge...

BMW and Mercedes dodge U.S. tariffs like one giant Uno Reverse card, keeping their EVs more affordable than other EU automakers thanks to some of their production happening in American factories. Honda’s N-One e:, a pint-sized kei car, brings WALL-E charm to Japan’s streets with a $15,000 price tag. Meanwhile, Tesla’s “affordable Model Y" gets some press, offering a budget-friendly ride but when w...

Mike Murphy, Political Strategist, Head of EVPolitics.org , The American EV Jobs Alliance and author of the most recent Los Angeles Times op-ed, "California can fix Trump’s EV mistake," is BACK on the show today - and thank goodness because you know Mike Murphy always brings the heat! Our episode today explored the ways in which California can lead the way in EV adoption during the Trump administr...

Jamie Butters, newly appointed Detroit Bureau Chief at the Wall Street Journal (and former Executive Editor at Automotive News) joined me for a candid conversation about the current state of EV assembly plant projects in the U.S. Jamie and I tackled the bumpy road automakers are navigating, with political curveballs and shrinking government support throwing some serious shade on EV production. Hyu...

This one starts out cheesy but I promise we *do* get down to business. First, let's talk about the Uber / Lucid / Nuro partnership that was just announced yesterday that will mark the start of these companies officially entering the AV (autonomous vehicle) robotaxi fight. It's been reported Uber will invest $300 million into Lucid as part of the arrangement. Then, can we also talk about the fact t...

✨ NEW SERIES! Each month, I’m unleashing a fresh comedian on the show to roast the latest EV and auto tech news like it’s a bad Tinder date. Trust me, it’s gonna be so fun. This month, I'm excited to introduce you to Charles McBee. Charles appeared on Gotham Comedy Live, was a standout on FOX’s Laughs and Punchline (Seasons 1 & 2), and has written for everything from VH1's Hip Hop Honors to M...

Woo-hoo! It’s our 200th episode extravaganza, and we’re celebrating with the one and only Alycia Gilde! Alycia is a former VP at Calstart and a dedicated clean energy advocate who has committed several years to national and international service through the White House, the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Peace Corps *AND* the United Nations. Not only did Alycia and I talk through the tough to...

"Put it in reverse, Terr!" President Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill" or Triple B (as I'm calling it) is zapping the $7,500 EV tax credit by September 2025, which might put a speed bump in America’s battery-making and EV sales dreams. Slate Auto, backed by Jeff Bezos, had to revise pricing on its super-affordable electric pickup from under $20,000 to the mid-twenties and EVPolitics.org warns this...

Hans Bodine, Experian’s Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives, and Jade Terreberry, Senior Director of Strategic Planning at Cox Automotive, join the show to discuss their new partnership which was announced a few weeks ago. They also share their thoughts on yacht rock, puppies in Uncle Sam hats, and other feel good summer-related topics. I asked Jade and Hans to step a smidge...