In the Electrek Podcast), we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the new Tesla Cybertruck RWD, more tariff mayhem, Lucid buying Nikola, and more.
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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders in China amid new tariffs)
Tesla launches new Cybertruck RWD for $70,000, removes tons of cool features)
Tesla quietly removes range extender battery option on Cybertruck)
Tesla’s US sales are worse than what is reported, here’s more accurate data)
Lucid acquires Nikola’s factory, some assets, and offer jobs to workers)
BYD launches its first EVs with ultra-fast charging starting at just $30,000)
BMW EVs are gaining more range this year as the 2026 iX hits an impressive 364 miles)
Check out the Kia EV2: This small electric SUV has a big personality)
Smartphone manufacturer Foxconn plans to bring two EV models to the US)
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET):