Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles

Episode Description: In this episode of Kilowatt, we cover a variety of EV news and updates. Lucid Air owners can now enjoy Android Auto, while Rivian introduces the Maximus drive unit for its upcoming R2 and R3 vehicles. NIO is making moves in Europe with its economy Firefly brand and expansion in...

Description: In this episode, I explore the emerging landscape of RoboTaxis, focusing on Tesla's driverless Model Y and its implications for the autonomous vehicle market. I discuss Tesla's vision-based technology, the planned unmodified taxi fleet, and the transparency concerns that arise with Tes...

Description: In this episode, I engage with Sloane Paul and Tom Chep, the founders of Arc Motors, a pioneering company in the conversion of classic internal combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles. Sloane, the CEO, shares her passion for classic cars and the inspiration behind Arc Motors, w...

Description: In this episode of Kilowatt, I cover the launch of the 2026 Polestar 4 in the U.S., and discuss Ford's F-150 Lightning recall and Chevy's competitive Silverado EV. We celebrate GM's growth in EV sales while addressing BYD's labor violation allegations in Brazil and dealership closures ...

Description: In this episode, we analyze Rivian's Q1 2025 earnings call with insights from VP of Finance Derek Mulvey, CEO RJ Scaringe, CFO Claire McDonough, and COO Javier Varela. Rivian reported a gross profit of $206 million, achieving positive margins for the second consecutive quarter. RJ high...

Description: In this episode, we talk about the environmental benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) compared to internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, highlighting a study that shows EVs can reduce brake dust emissions by 83% through regenerative braking. I discuss advancements in in-car technolo...