VWIDTalk Podcast

Episode 34: Did VW Fix Everything? A Deep Dive into the New ID.3 Neo

Welcome back to the VW ID Talk podcast with Jan and Wes! This week, we are diving into the highly anticipated VW ID.3 Neo. Volkswagen claims they listened to customer fee

Episode 33: Winter EV Driving: Range and Elevation Lessons from a 20"+ Snow Storm

In this episode of the VWIDTalk Podcast, we analyze real-world data from a mountain ski trip in 20+ inches of snow. We demonstrate how freezing temperatures and a 4,000-f

Episode 32: Living in the VW ID. Buzz: Now Halfway Across America

Welcome back to another episode of VW ID Talk! We sit down with Zervan and Taylor, the adventurous duo behind the "Sun Buzz." They are on a mission to travel to the lower

Episode 31: How to Retrofit GTX Signature Lights on your VW ID.4

In this episode, Jan and Wes dive deep into one of the most visually striking modifications for the Volkswagen ID.4: the GTX Signature Lights. Jan recently completed this

Episode 30: VW ID.4 Battery Recalls Explained

Jan and Wes explain the VW ID.4 battery recent recalls announced in February 2026. NHTSA recall 26V028000 (aka VW recall "93EW") affects 670 vehicles in the US and Canad

Episode 29: Modding the VW ID. Buzz & ID.4! Lowered, Euro Lights & More

Join us for another episode of VW ID Talk! In this episode, Jeremy and Jan do a deep dive into their personal builds: a customized 2025 VW ID. Buzz and a highly modified

Episode 28: ID.7 Long-Term Review & New €25k ID.Polo EV Details (w/ Battery Life)

In this episode of the VWD Talk Podcast, we sit down with Chris from https://www.youtube.com/@BatteryLife to discuss the full spectrum of Volkswagen's electric future. Ch

Episode 27: Jan Stanek (Electro Dad) Unplugged: Could Your Next Car Be Electric?

Join us for a frank, fast-paced sit-down with Jan Stanek @ElectroDad —whose goal is to inspire a million mindsets toward clean energy and electromobility. We dig into t

Episode 26: No More 'REAR' Button! Ultimate Volkswagen VW ID. Four-Window Switch Retrofit

Did you know that 46% of VW ID. drivers prefer 4 buttons? Are you tired of fumbling with the VW ID.4’s two-window switch and that finicky rear button? In this episode,

Episode 25: VW ID.4's Biggest Problem SOLVED! Real Steering Wheel Buttons!

Jan and Wes have successfully replaced the much maligned capacitive touch steering wheel controls on our ID.4s with REAL MECHANICAL BUTTONS! Here is the discussion on V

Episode 24: No Drills, Just Thrills – The Maker Who 3D-Printed His Way into VW Owners’ Hearts

In-depth discussion with Yuri (aka Yurik) from YuriKAccessories about making thoughtful and useful aftermarket accessories for EVs, such as the ID.4, ID.Buzz, Q4 e-tron,

Episode 23: Button Autopsy: Inside VW Buttons and the Rise and Fall of Capacitive Controls

Volkswagen's transition to capacitive touch controls in models like the ID.4 and Golf Mk8 sparked significant debate among drivers and industry experts. Many users found

Episode 22: 2,000 Miles in an ID.4 – EV Road Trip Seattle, WA ↔ Santa Cruz, CA

We took the Volkswagen ID.4 on a 2,000-mile EV road trip from Seattle, Washington to Santa Cruz, California and back. Along the way, we tested public charging infrastruct

Episode 21: Mastering Climate and Heating in your VW ID.– Tips You’ll Actually Use

Looking to get even more comfort out of your Volkswagen ID.4 or ID.Buzz? In this episode we explore the full potential of your EV’s climate and heating system — including

Episode 20: Nerding Out on Sound Deadening: Deep Dive with Nick from ResoNix

In this episode we’re going deep on sound deadening with Nick from ResoNix Sound Solutions (https://www.resonixsoundsolutions.com). If you’ve ever wondered why your EV so

Episode 19: 3 Years with the VW ID.4 – The Good & The Unexpected

Wes sits down with Judy and Jan, longtime VW ID.4 owners to discuss what it’s really like to drive an ID.4 for over three years. We cover the best features, charging expe

Episode 18: Volkswagen EV Software Updates Explained (OTA vs. Dealer Upgrades)

In this episode of the VWID Talk Podcast, Jan and Wes break down the complex world of software updates for Volkswagen EVs—from over-the-air (OTA) updates to full dealersh

Episode 17: Mastering Volkswagen ID Headlights: Tips, Tricks & Hidden Features

In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about Volkswagen ID headlights! From standard vs. adaptive headlights to hidden settings and expert tips, we ex

Episode 16: Emmy-Winning Journalist Tom Voelk Talks EV Trends and the Soul of a Great Car

In this episode of the VWIDTalk Podcast, we sit down with Emmy-winning automotive journalist Tom Voelk, creator of Driven Car Reviews and contributor to The New York Time

Episode 15: Daily driver tips for your Volkswagen ID.

Get the most out of your Volkswagen ID vehicle with our top tips and tricks! In this episode, we share a dozen practical tips, from convenience tweaks to handy driving fe