Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles

Description: In this episode of Kilowatt, we dive into the EV news, starting with Aptera’s massive milestone of assembling its first five production-intent validation models to prove the solar EV movement is very real. We also explore the newly live Rivian R2 configurator, breaking down the divers...

This episode dives into the details of Lucid Group’s first quarter 2026 earnings call, featuring the debut of incoming CEO Silvio Napoli. Napoli outlines his core priorities for the company: a relentless focus on the customer, enhanced accountability, and strict cost and capital discipline. A major ...

Description: In this episode of Kilowatt, we chat about Volkswagen significantly increasing its stake in Rivian. We also take a global look at adoption, from the historic rise of electric vehicles in Australia to the growing demand for used EVs in the UK. The discussion highlights innovation and m...

Automotive journalist Jill Ciminillo discusses EV trends and highlights from the New York Auto Show, including the potential impact of the Kia EV3 and competition from Chinese automakers. The conversation also explores modern car technology, Jill's experiences in the Rebelle Rally, and her upcoming ...

In this episode, Max Patten of EVs for All America discusses the deep politicization of electric vehicles in the U.S. and the need for a non-partisan approach to consumer education. He explores how shifting political perceptions, driven by the economic benefits of local EV manufacturing, are creatin...

In this episode, we chat with Kim Lundgren, the founder of Kim Lundgren Associates (KLA), about her journey from driving a pioneer GM EV1 to leading modern municipal climate planning. We explore the vital role local governments play in decarbonizing communities through "right-sized" fleets, clean sc...

Tesla's Q1 2026 earnings call reveals critical bottlenecks in Hardware 3, prompting a pivot toward CyberCab production. The company is now balancing immense capital spending against aggressive timelines for autonomy.

In this episode of Kilowatt, Bodie breaks down major shifts in the EV world, from Jeep and GM pulling back on electric vehicles to rapid advancements in battery tech from BYD and CATL. He also explores Tesla’s expanding global autonomy efforts and new robotaxi infrastructure, while unpacking fresh c...

This episode explores the shifting landscape of the EV industry, from the surprising collapse of the Sony-Honda vehicle plans in favor of AI development to the growing controversy over Donut Lab's solid-state battery claims. Host Bodhi also breaks down the milestone of UK electric vehicles finally b...

This episode examines the high-stakes arrival of the 1,140-horsepower Denza Z9 GT and the massive price discrepancy between its Chinese and European launches. We break down the cutting-edge tech and heavy tariffs that see this BYD luxury brand attempting to out-muscle established giants like the Por...