BMW iX5 Debuts: A 435-Mile Spec Monster Built in the USA

July 03, 2026 9:00am 1:03

This episode:• The iX5 debuts with the biggest BMW battery ever• Tom’s initial Rivian R2 range and charge testing• Polestar gets the boot from the United States

Chevy Bolt: Best Budget EV for Students

July 01, 2026 4:35pm 1:01

In this episode, we find: • the deal of the week!!!• an EV for a student looking for an affordable option with lots of range • an electric replacement for the owner of a totaled Chevy Bolt • an EV that's fun on twisty mo...

Slate is America's Cheapest EV Truck: No One Will Buy the Base

June 26, 2026 8:00am 1:08

In this episode: Slate reveals official truck price, opens orders Lucid cuts large chunk of employees. Again. Rivian kills cheapest R1 trims  Much, much more! Regular cohosts:Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVch...

The $19k 2023 Subaru Solterra: An EV Deal We Didn't Expect To Find

June 24, 2026 7:56am 39 min

In this episode of Battery Bargains:• a Volvo EX30 lessee looks to move up to mid-size• a gas car owner wants to go electric for under $20,000• a family of four wants an EV for their secondary carOur guests this week are...

Porsche Taycan Gains Virtual Gears and a Bigger Battery, Loses US Wagons

June 19, 2026 8:30am 1:20

In this episode: 2027 Porsche Taycan updates and goodbye to Cross Turismo BMW M concept revealed Slate Truck’s official price leaks Much, much more!

Audi e-Tron Bargains And The Motor Problem You Can’t Ignore

June 17, 2026 8:12am 36 min

In this episode of Battery Bargains: • EV Bargain of the Week!• An 800-volt EV under $30,000 for Marcus  • Considering the wisdom of Sarah buying a highly depreciated German EV• Finding an electric pickup truck with dece...

Rivian R2 Road Tested: The New Face Of EVs In America

June 12, 2026 8:11am 1:30

In this episode:We drive the new Rivian R2Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback revealGM launches Energy PassAnd much, much more!

GM Empowers EV Drivers: Energy Pass Unveiled & Free V2G Upgrades!

June 09, 2026 4:02pm 39 min

A year ago, we spoke with GM Energy Chief Revenue Officer Aseem Kapur about the company's vehicle-to-home (V2H) system with PowerBank battery storage.Now, he's back to update us on the evolution of GM's energy ecosystem....

Electrify America Drops the Wallet: Your Trapped Cash Is Finally Free

June 05, 2026 8:00am 1:05

In this episode:• Electrify America ditches pre-funding for pay-as-you-go  • Rolls Royce debuts Spectre Series II • GMC floating a baby Hummer trial balloon? • much, much moreTune in and get up to speed! 🚗⚡️🏁Regular coho...

Ferrari Luce Launches To Everyone’s Disgust

May 29, 2026 8:00am 1:27

In this episode:• Ferrari Luce launches and no one like it• Driving across America in a 2027 Chevy Bolt• Walmart’s monster charging network takes shape• much, much more!Regular cohosts:Tom Moloughney from State of Charge...

We Drive Volvo EX60: How Swede It is!

May 21, 2026 12:20pm 1:02

This week, with special guest Alex Bessinger:• We drive Volvo EX60, • Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé launches• Rivian R2 configurator is live• much much more!Regular cohosts:Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargi...

Lexus TZ Brings Extra Level Of Cushiness To Highlander

May 15, 2026 4:10pm 1:05

In this episode:• The Lexus TZ 3-row electric SUV makes its debut• The Tesla Semi battery sizes revealed • The best Chinese EVs in Europe • And much, much more!

The Best EV Cruiser to Replace a Toyota Avalon for Under $25k

May 13, 2026 8:32am 36 min

Battery Bargains is back! It's been some time, but we are back to help you shortcut the search for your perfect electric vehicle. In Episode 55, we’re hunting down incredible value in the used market and answering your s...

BMW iX3 US Pricing & Range Impresses + Rivian R2 Truck Rumors Resurfacing!

May 07, 2026 10:28am 1:07

In this episode: BMW official price and range figures for the iX3 revealed Rivian R2 variants confirmed, pickup speculated How the price of gas is or isn’t affecting EV sales in the US 

Beijing Auto Show Reactions w/ Lei Xing - Feels Like The Future Of EVs

May 06, 2026 7:06am 58 min

In this episode, we talk with China auto expert Lei Xing and and our co-host Kyle Conner about the being at the Beijng Auto Show, the future of (super) fast charging, testing autonomous driving systems, and lots more.Our...

5-Minute Charging For The Masses: China’s New EV Reality

May 01, 2026 9:11am 1:23

In this episode:* EV tech at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show blows our minds* Testing Chinese FSD-like autonomous driving systems* The Porsche Cayenne Coupé debutsRegular cohosts:Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchar...

Mercedes C Class Electric Debuts with 400 Miles of Range

April 26, 2026 6:42am 1:34

Mercedes EQS Refresh Just Copied the Cybertruck's Best Tech

April 16, 2026 8:08am 1:34

In this episode:Mercedes EQS gets Cybertruck steering, over 500 miles of range Charging the Denza Z9GT to full and driving itIonna takes over Circle K charging networkAnd much, much more!

Rivian R2 Range Confirmed: Official EPA Results Beat Initial Estimates

April 09, 2026 9:35am 1:15

In this episode: EPA says Rivian R2 beats Model Y in efficiency and range  Rimac making battery packs for the BMW i7   Alpitronic’s megawatt charger in the US And much, much more! Hosts:Tom Moloughney from State of Charg...

Rivian R2 vs Tesla Model Y: Official EPA Data Crowns a New King

April 09, 2026 7:00am 1:15

In this episode: EPA says Rivian R2 beats Model Y in efficiency and range  Rimac making battery packs for the BMW i7   Alpitronic’s megawatt charger in the US And much, much more! Regular cohosts:Tom Moloughney from Stat...