Batteries Included

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170: Ford's $30K Fathom Truck Could Be Killed by Ban on CATL Battery Deal

In this episode: • Ford Fathom’s future if US kills Chinese battery licensing deal • Americans warming up to EVs as charging infrastructure confidence grows • Chevy Bolt

Sep 11
1 h 05 min

169: Range Rover Launches Electric. Geely Goes New Money Luxury.

In this episode: • Range Rover Electric finally launching • The Geely Galaxy Cruiser 700 sets new bar for bonkers • Tesla Cybercab battery chemistry change at launch • Mu

Sep 4
1 h 02 min

168: Gas Prices Are Up. EV Sales Aren't. Why?

Gas Prices Are Up. EV Sales Aren't. Why? Gas has stayed above $4 a gallon nationally for five months since the Iran conflict shut down the Strait of Hormuz — historicall

Sep 2
47 min

167: Santa Fe EREV Leads Hyundai's US Push, Europe Bets on BEVs

Thank you for your support! https://buymeacoffee.com/batteriesincluded In this episode: • Hyundai's plans to launch 100 new and refreshed models by 2030 • BYD celebrates

Aug 28
1 h 09 min

166: Genesis GV90 First Look — Inside Korea’s New Flagship Luxury EV SUV

In this episode: • Genesis GV90 makes a grand entrance • Driving the Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV • Raaaaange testing and charging the Mercedes CLA • Much much more S

Aug 21
1 h 17 min

165: 2027 Kia EV3: $29,890 Opens the Door, 321-Mile Range Costs You More

In this episode: • Kia EV3 surprises with low price, big range • Lucid launches 1,076 HP Gravity GT-S • Ionna gets JD Power kudos • Much, much more!

Aug 14
1 h 09 min

164: When an Audi Q6 e-tron is the Perfect Replacement for a Rivian R1T

In this episode: • Home charger recommendation for cold weather • Replacing a Toyota RAV4 hybrid with a Volvo EX40 • When it makes sense to swap out a Rivian R1T for an

Aug 12
37 min

163: Ford’s $28,350 Electric Truck Is Real: Meet the Ford Fathom

In this episode: • Ford's affordable electric truck gets an official name and starting price • Driving Chinese EVs as they prepare for Canadian sales • EVgo Adopts Tesl

Aug 7
1 h 12 min

162: Mercedes GLA EV Revealed: The US Won't Get This $47,000 CUV for a Year

In this episode: • Mercedes-Benz GLA revealed • Ford partners with Geely for Europe • Global EV sales hit new record • Much, much more

Jul 31
1 h 11 min

161: Lucid Crashes 50% on Bankruptcy Rumor, Then Rockets Back — Plus VW's New ID. Cross

In this episode: • Volkswagen ID Cross debuts • Lucid bankruptcy rumor yoyo's its stock • California EV incentive program signed into law Cohosts: Tom Moloughney from St

Jul 17
1 h 03 min

160: Mercedes AMG CLA: Brand's Cheapest Sedan Turned Super Sports Sedan

In this episode: • Mercedes AMG CLA 45 debuts • We Fast Charge the Rivian R2 • Fiat Topolino price revealed Cohosts: Tom Moloughney from State of Charge and EVchargings

Jul 10
1 h 05 min

159: The Tough Truth About Heavy Duty Electric Trucks

Welcome to Battery Bargains, where we shortcut your search for the perfect EV. Episode 59 • Deal of the week X 2 • Jason needs a pickup with big towing capacity • David's

Jul 8
49 min

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

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

Jul 3
1 h 03 min

157: Chevy Bolt: Best Budget EV for Students

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

Jul 1
1 h 01 min

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

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 co

Jun 26
1 h 08 min

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

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

Jun 24
39 min

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

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!

Jun 19
1 h 20 min

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

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

Jun 17
36 min

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

In this episode: We drive the new Rivian R2 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback reveal GM launches Energy Pass And much, much more!

Jun 12
1 h 30 min

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

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

Jun 9
39 min

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Have been listening to this podcast for over two years now (started when it was still the InsideEVs podcast). Very informative and entertaining. Always look forward to listening to the weekly installments on the drive to and from work (in an EV, of course). The podcast format saves me from having to research the latest news from the EV space myself in my (limited) free time. The interaction between the moderators makes it particularly entertaining and memorable.

15matel7 · Nov 2024

You won’t find a better electric vehicle podcast and Batteries Included! These guys have great personalities and are very knowledgeable about the EV in charging industry. They are on my calendar to listen to every week!

Jrs661978 · Jun 2024

Very informative and entertaining. Love the news and information they are able to provide EVERY week. Very impressive

Mtb Matteo · Aug 2023

Batteries Included is the podcast to follow if you want all of the nerdy details about the happenings in the EV industry without the marketing fluff. The four hosts are well-researched and leave no stone unturned when discussing cars, chargers, and the companies that build them.

Dunkindonuts45 · Aug 2023

Today’s episode was the straw that broke the camel’s back. The only reason I started listening to this podcast was Kyle Conner, and he’s hardly ever on here anymore. Without him, what’s left is the two main hosts caring more about left-wing politics than actual EV news. Product launches and industry updates get shoved aside for political commentary. And I love how one of them lives in the UK but still can’t help putting his two cents’ worth on American politics. Cool if that’s what you wanted. It isn’t why I showed up. If you want politics with a side of EVs, you’ll be fine. I came for Batteries Included and Kyle. Neither is really here anymore. Unsubscribing.

Jarvis 9867 · Sep 2026

I would like to express my concerns regarding the current hosting arrangement. Specifically, I find Dom's hosting style to be inconsistent and lacking in smooth transitions. The volume levels are often either too quiet or too loud compared to others, which disrupts the overall experience. Additionally, Dom's delivery sometimes lacks a definitive opinion, making it difficult to follow the discussion. I believe that Martin would be a more suitable host, as his style is more consistent and engaging.

Rodanski · Jan 2025

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