109: Awesome EVs Of IAA Munich Auto Show, Driving Lucid Sapphire At 200 MPH
In this episode: • IAA Auto Show EVs, including Mercedes GLC EV and Polestar 5 • what it’s like to drive a Lucid Sapphire at 200 MPH • how much heavy EVs hurt roads • much, much more!
1hr 37m Sep 12, 2025
1hr 37m
108: BMW iX3 Shocks With 500 Mile Range, Audi Reveals TT-Inspired Concept C
In this episode: • BMW iX3 raises the bar for range and charging • Audi Concept C previews future convertible coupe • Tesla’s new airbag deployment strategy • Very much more
1hr 34m Sep 05, 2025
1hr 34m
107: The $7,500 EV Incentive Extension Loophole Is Huge, Porsche Cayenne Charges Like A Beast
In this episode: The $7,500 EV incentive loophole Tesla Model Y Performance Debuts Porsche Cayenne tech specs revealed much, much more!
1hr 39m Aug 29, 2025
1hr 39m
106: Ford Skunk Works Chief Talks 'Model T Moment', Nissan Leaf Pricing Drops
Great episode for you this week: • We talk with the head of Ford's EV skunk works • Pricing for the new Nissan Leaf • Tesla Model YL launch • of course, much, much more
1hr 50m Aug 22, 2025
1hr 50m
105: Acura RSX Prototype Debuts, Ford Announces $30k Midsize Electric Truck
In this episode: • Ford announces a $30,000 electric truck • The debut of the Acura RSX • Riding in Robotaxis • Much, much more!
1hr 42m Aug 15, 2025
1hr 42m
104: Next Xpeng P7 Launches, Mercedes-Benz GLC EV Teased
This week, we talk: • Xpeng Next P7 launches • Kyle's cool Toyota Rav4 EV • Ionna and Sheetz partnering • Much, much more Tune in and get up to speed!
1hr 46m Aug 08, 2025
1hr 46m
103: The Truth About Towing With Electric Trucks, Chevy Bolt First Tease Drops
The truth about towing with electric trucks The first Chevy Bolt tease Cupra US launch delay Much, much more!
1hr 56m Aug 01, 2025
1hr 56m
102: Mercedes Stopping EV Production, Tom And Kyle Drive Cadillac Escalade
Fun episode this week! • Mercedes Ending EV Production (not all bad) • Driving Cadillac Escalade IQ (Lyriq V and Optiq V deets too) • Honda, Acura, and Lucid Get Supercharger Access • Much, much more! Get up to speed 🏁🏁🏁
1hr 31m Jul 25, 2025
1hr 31m
101: Subaru Uncharted Compact Crossover Debuts, Lucid Partners With Uber And Nuro
In this episode: • The debut of Subaru Uncharted • Lucid Partners with Uber and Nuro • Panasonic opens its 2nd US battery factory • Much, much more!!! Tune in and get up to speed with the top electric vehicle news of the week.
1hr 20m Jul 18, 2025
1hr 20m
100: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N And More Goodwood Debuts; Rivian Launches New R1 Quad
In this episode: •⁠ ⁠The debut of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N •⁠ ⁠Rivian launching its 2nd gen R1 Quad vehicles •⁠ ⁠Kia EV5 also getting its global debut •⁠ ⁠and much. much more!
1hr 32m Jul 11, 2025
1hr 32m
99: Mobile DC Charging A Cheap EV Challenge, Tesla LFP Plant Nears Completion
In this episode: Mobile DC charging a cheap EV challenge Tesla nearing completion of an LFP battery cell manufacturing facility The death of the $7,500 EV tax credit at the end of September
1hr 11m Jul 09, 2025
1hr 11m
98: United Chargers Announces Free Grizzl-E EV Charger Program For Canadians
Our guest Gleb Nikiforov, CEO of United Chargers, tells us about their new program that gives Canadians a free Grizzl-E charger, and maybe even pays a little extra.
33m Jul 01, 2025
33m
97: Aptera CEO Joins For Major Milestone, Tesla Begins Robotaxi Service
In this episode: • Aptera hits major milestone • The Tesla Robotaxi program kicks off • Mercedes-AMG reveals Concept AMG GT XX • Much, much more
1hr 28m Jun 27, 2025
1hr 28m
96: New Nissan Leaf Has Landed, And We Drive The Kia EV4
This week, with special guest John Voelcker: • The debut of the new Nissan Leaf • Driving the Kia EV4 • Federal EV tax proposal dies, lease loophole closing Much, much more!
1hr 39m Jun 20, 2025
1hr 39m
95: I Want The Biggest EV Bang For My Buck For Under $25,000
In this episode we recommend EVs for: • a hatchback guy with a $25K budget • an EV newbie looking to replace his Corolla • a family in need of 3 rows for under $40K
45m Jun 17, 2025
45m
94: Cadillac Optiq-V Launches, BMW's Big Battery Supply Problem In The US
In this episode: The launch of the Cadillac Optiq-V BMW’s battery supply problem in the US Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda's funny hybrid emissions math Much, much more!
1hr 31m Jun 14, 2025
1hr 31m
93: Tesla Stock First Victim Of Musk/Trump Feud, Polestar 4 Now On Sale In US
• How The Trump/Musk Feud May Impact Tesla • 2026 Polestar 4 Now On Sale In The US • Tesla Superchargers Getting Ripped Out in New Jersey • and much, much more. Tune in and get up to speed⚡️
1hr 33m Jun 06, 2025
1hr 33m
92: Tesla Testing Driverless Cars In Public, BMW i4 Gets More Power, Range
Tune in at 9:30 AM Eastern to catch the show live and participate.
1hr 30m May 30, 2025
1hr 30m
91: Xiaomi YU7 Debuts, 4-Door Dodge Charger Launches, And EV Incentives Dying
On the show this week: •Debut of Xiaomi YU7 •Launch of the 4-door Dodge Charger • Coming death of EV incentives w/ Mike Murphy • Cadillac Vistiq w/OutOfSpec Jordan Much, much more!
2hr 2m May 23, 2025
2hr 2m
90: Toyota Debuts Electric C-HR And bZ Woodland, GM Unveils LMR Battery
In this episode: • The debut of the Toyota C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle • The reveal of the Toyota Woodland SUV • General Motors unveiling its new LMR battery chemistry (and 2026 Hummer EV!) • Much, much more!
1hr 33m May 16, 2025
1hr 33m
89: Should I Replace My GMC 2500HD Duramax With A GMC Hummer EV?
In our latest Battery Bargains episode (53), we recommend an EV for: • a viewer considering a GMC Hummer EV • a couple torn between Kia EV6 and Tesla Model Y • a viewer wanting to replace their underwater Chevy Bolt EUV
48m May 14, 2025
48m
88: Massive Rivian R2 And Earnings Update, Jeep Compass Debuts For...Europe?
On this week's Friday episode, we are joined by Isaiah from Rivian Updates. We discuss: • The debut of the Jeep Compass • Rivian R2 and learnings from the earnings (report) • Tesla Model Y RWD already available to order • Much, more more
1hr 32m May 10, 2025
1hr 32m
87: Tesla Semi And Megacharger Update, All About UL-Certified Amphenol Adapter
In this episode: • Tesla Semi and Megacharger network update • The UL-Certified Amphenol NACS To CCS1 Adapter • Musk Leaving Tesla Rumour • Much, much more.
1hr 31m May 02, 2025
1hr 31m
86: Slate Electric Truck Debuts, Walmart To Blanket America In Charging Stations
Tune in Friday at 9:30 AM Eastern to catch the show live!
1hr 30m Apr 25, 2025
1hr 30m
85: QuantumScape Solid State Battery Mysteries EXPLAINED By CTO
Dr. Tim Holme, cofounder and CTO of QuantumScape, joins Domenick Yoney and Tom Moloughney and explains how its solid-state batteries work and the promising future the technology may hold. We discuss: • Anode-less design • Cell mechanics • Power density • Energy density • Longevity • Cost • Future possibilities • And more!
33m Apr 22, 2025
33m
84: Subaru Trailseeker Revealed, Kia EV4 Makes Its US Debut
In this episode: The US debut of Kia EV4 The refresh of the Subaru Solterra The reveal of the Subaru Trailseeker …and of course, much, much more We were happy to have Kyle Conner join us for the show, and Gleb Nikiforov also joins us for some time at the top.
1hr 34m Apr 18, 2025
1hr 34m
83: Slate's $25,000 Electric Pickup Truck Uncovered, We Charge Lucid Gravity
In this episode: • The incredible charging abilities of the Lucid Gravity • Slate is making a $25,000 electric pickup • The arrival of a cheaper Cybertruck • Much, much more!
1hr 44m Apr 11, 2025
1hr 44m
82: Tariffs On Imported Vehicles Hit, Hyundai Ioniq 6 Gets Refresh And N-Line Trim
In this episode: • Tariffs now in effect on imported vehicles • Hyundai Ioniq 6 refresh and addition of N-Line trim • Two more Chinese automakers announce megawatt    chargers • and much more!
1hr 32m Apr 04, 2025
1hr 32m
81: New Nissan LEAF Revealed As Crossover, 25% Tariff Imposed On Imported Autos
➤ Nissan revealing the new LEAF design ➤ The US administration imposing a 25% tariffs on imported cars and parts ➤ Rivian spinning out a new micromobility company called Also
1hr 32m Mar 28, 2025
1hr 32m
37: BYD Introduces 5-Minute Fast Charging, Renault Debuts The Hottest Hatch
On today's show: ⦁ the BYD launch of the Super e-Platform and Megawatt Flash Chargers ⦁ the debut of the Renault 5 Turbo 3E ⦁ Honda and Acura owners gaining Supercharger access ⦁ and of course, much, much more
1hr 32m Mar 21, 2025
1hr 32m
36: How Recurrent Monitors Your EV Battery's Health And Makes EV Buying Better
We talk with Recurrent founder and CEO Scott about how it helps owners manage electric vehicle battery health, as well as give you insight into the battery health of an EV you're considering buying. And more!
35m Mar 19, 2025
35m
35: Mercedes-Benz CLA Makes Electric Debut, Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Details Revealed
Tune in Friday at 9:30 AM Eastern to catch the show live!
1hr 24m Mar 14, 2025
1hr 24m
34: Why The 2025 Electrify Expo Is A Must-Go For EV Haters (And Lovers!)
We sit down with Electrify Expo Founder and CEO BJ Birtwell and talk about the upcoming season of bigger and better electric vehicle events that kick off March 22-23 at the Orlando opener.
29m Mar 12, 2025
29m
33: We Visit Telo For The Debut Of Its Prototype, Volvo ES90 Debuts With 800 Volts
Welcome back to the Batteries Included Podcast. This week we're talking about teh new Volvo ES90, the tiny Telo truck, the updated Honda Prologue and an even bigger Cadillac Escalade IQL.
1hr 25m Mar 07, 2025
1hr 25m
32: Kia EV4, PV5, And EV2 Concept Debut, Ramcharger Battery Secrets Spilled
In this episode: * the debut of Kia EV4, PV5, and EV2 concept * Ramcharger gets 92-kWh battery with a big buffer * Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson steps down
1hr 19m Mar 01, 2025
1hr 19m
31: How ChargeScape Will Pay For Your Charging And Rescue The Grid
Join us as we talk with Joseph Vellone, CEO of ChargeScape – a company formed by BMW, Ford, Honda, and now, Nissan – which offers a global vehicle-grid integration platform that allows utilities to reduce your EV charging bill, and help keep the the grid healthy and humming along.
35m Feb 26, 2025
35m
30: We Drive Both New Tesla Model Y & IONIQ 5 XRT - Which is better? PLUS Rivian Posts First Ever Profit
On today's show, we'll be talking about • Rivian posting its first gross profit • Kia EV4 revealed in two configurations • and Jordan drives the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT …and of course, much, much more.
1hr 39m Feb 21, 2025
1hr 39m
29: Volvo EX30 Goes Cross Country, Rivian Van Now Available To All (Fleets)
In today's episode, we talk about: ⦁ the Volvo EX30 going Cross Country ⦁ Rivian opening up its van to fleet orders ⦁ Tesla experiments with a way to stop cable cutting that's to dye for • and much, MUCH more
1hr 31m Feb 14, 2025
1hr 31m
28: I Want An EV As Quick As A Kia EV6 AWD, For Under $19,000
In this episode we recommend an EV for: • a family moving to Portugal who want an EV that looks like a normal car • a viewer deciding between an older Nissan Leaf and a high-mileage Honda Civic • and another viewer looking for an affordable used EV with beaucoup giddyup
40m Feb 12, 2025
40m
27: CEO Of Ionna Visits For Official Launch, NEVI Federal Charger Program Halted
In this episode: ⦁ CEO Seth Cutler visits as Ionna officially launches ⦁ NEVI, the federal charger funding program, gets halted ⦁ Mercedes gains access to Tesla Superchargers ⦁ Kyle tells us about Chinese Tesla Model Y competitor, the Onvo L60 from Nio ⦁ and of course, much, much more
1hr 44m Feb 07, 2025
1hr 44m
26: Kyle Drives/Charges Awesome EVs In China, 2026 BMW iX Gets Bigger Battery
This week: • Kyle goes wild in China, driving and charging all the EV things! • BMW iX gets a bigger battery in its refresh • Lucid charging update and Supercharger access situation.
1hr 58m Jan 31, 2025
1hr 58m
25: New Model Y On Sale In N.America and Europe
Earlier today the refreshed Tesla Model Y, informally named 'Juniper', went on sale in North America and Europe. Join Batteries Included as they look at the pricing and details.
1hr 30m Jan 24, 2025
1hr 30m
24: CyberFLOP or CyberSMASH? America's Top EV Truck Is Facing Headwinds
Tesla’s Cybertruck ended 2024 as America’s most popular EV truck. But more recent monthly registration data show that growth slowing down. Plus, reports this week suggest that discounts are rising and factory workers are being moved off the Cybertruck lines as demand hasn’t met expectations. So where does that leave Tesla’s innovative and controversial pick-up truck? After a year on sale can w...
1hr 32m Jan 17, 2025
1hr 32m
23: Tesla Model Y Refresh Revealed, Revised Honda 0 Series EVs Debut
On this week's show, we talk about ⦁ the refreshed Tesla Model Y ⦁ Honda 0 Series Saloon and SUV at CES ⦁ Two more automakers announcing Supercharger integration dates ⦁ and of course, much, much more
1hr 42m Jan 10, 2025
1hr 42m
22: Looking For Used Electric Luxury With The Biggest Depreciation Possible
In this week's episode, we recommend an EV for: • a viewer looking for electric luxury on the cheap • a Wyoming family looking for an SUV with big range • and a New York family wanting to replace their Toyota RAV4.
37m Jan 08, 2025
37m
21: All The Electric Vehicles Coming In 2025!
In this special episode, we talk about all the EVs coming to the US in 2025.
2hr 13m Jan 03, 2025
2hr 13m
20: Stress Testing The Apex Ionna Rechargery, Ram 1500 Rev Gets Year Delay
in this episode: • we talk about visiting the stress testing of the Ionna Rechargery in Apex, NC • RAM delaying the 1500 Rev all-electric pickup • Great end-of-year EV deals • and much much more!
1hr 34m Dec 20, 2024
1hr 34m
19: How Rove Charging Created The Best Charging Hub Experience Yet
In this special episode, Tom and Domenick sit down with William Reid, Chairman and CEO of Rove Charging, and Jeff Toon, Rove Charging Co-Founder and VP of E-mobility & Charging Infrastructure. They ask how the company was born, what this initial charging hub site offers EV drivers, some of the technical electrical details, and if it can actually be profitable.
37m Dec 18, 2024
37m
18: Cheapest Tesla Ever Coming 2025, Ionna To Bring DC Charging To Sheetz
In this episode, we talk about: ⦁Tesla bringing its cheapest model ever in 2025 ⦁Sheetz partnering with Ionna for DC fast charging ⦁Tom interviewing Ionna's CEO, CPO, and Chief Engineer ⦁and of course, much, much more!
1hr 36m Dec 13, 2024
1hr 36m
17: We Want An EV For A 2nd Car That Can Do It All (For Cheap)
In this episode, we recommend an EV for: a family looking to add a 2nd car to their driveway a viewer's sister who's totaled her Toyota Camry and another viewer's friend, who is moving to Massachusetts from Canada.
36m Dec 11, 2024
36m