EV Geek Podcast

• Tesla Superchargers Hit Google Maps! Kia Slashes EV Prices + Waymo Expands!

  Today on episode 61 of The Friday Charge from EV Geek Studios, Joel and Sebastian get you caught up with news on the following topics... - Tesla Charging Network added to Google Maps - Tesla does rentals now? - Waymo expands features and locations - Toyota’s first US Battery Plant officially opens - Kia Cuts EV Pricing - Tesla might be bringing Apple CarPlay to its vehicles  

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• Walmart Steps Up: EV Charging Goes Mainstream

  Walmart just got the green light to install EV charging stations at eight stores in Jacksonville, Florida — and it’s a sign of something much bigger. In this episode, Joel breaks down how America’s biggest retailer is quietly becoming a major force in the EV revolution. From convenience to accessibility, this could reshape how and where millions of people charge their cars. We’ll explore: ⚡ How Walmart’s massive store network gives it an edge in EV charging ⚡ Why retailers might beat automakers and utilities in the charging race ⚡ What this means for everyday drivers, road trips, and EV adoption Plug in for a fresh look at how charging is going mainstream — one parking lot at a time.

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• Toyota’s First Electric Pickup Is Here: The Hilux BEV Unveiled

  Toyota has finally entered the electric truck market with its first fully electric pickup: the Hilux BEV. In this episode, we break down everything you need to know — from its twin-motor all-wheel-drive setup, 150-mile range, and rugged off-road capabilities, to payload and towing specs. We also cover: Where and when the Hilux BEV is launching globally, and why it won’t come to the U.S. How Toyota’s multi-path strategy, including future hydrogen fuel-cell versions, shapes its EV plans. Why this launch is significant for the global EV pickup market. Sources referenced in this episode: Electrek – Toyota’s First Electric Pickup Is Finally Here InsideEVs – This Is Toyota's First Electric Pickup Truck Autoweek – Toyota's Legendary Hilux Is Going Electric Road & Track – 2026 Toyota Hilux Electric Variant Details Motor1 – Toyota Hilux BEV and Fuel-Cell Plans

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• Honda Says Its Biggest Threat Isn’t Tariffs or Chips — It’s China’s EV Makers

  Honda just made a surprising admission: its biggest challenge isn’t global tariffs or chip shortages — it’s China’s electric vehicle makers. In this Mini Charge episode, Joel breaks down why Honda is feeling the pressure, what’s behind its 20% profit forecast cut, and how EV giants like BYD, XPeng, and NIO are reshaping the global car market. We’ll explore: ⚙️ The rapid rise of Chinese EV innovation 💸 How price and speed are redefining competition 🏭 Why legacy automakers are struggling to keep up 🌍 What this means for the future of global EV dominance Sources: Reuters, Bloomberg, and CleanTechnica

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• Tesla’s China Sales Slump to 3-Year Low

  Tesla’s sales in China have dropped to their lowest level in three years — just over 26,000 vehicles sold in October, according to Reuters. In this episode, we break down what’s behind Tesla’s sudden slowdown in its second-largest market: 🇨🇳 Why competition from BYD, XPeng, and NIO is heating up 💰 How constant price cuts may be backfiring ⚙️ What leadership shakeups at Tesla mean for its future 🌍 And what this says about the next phase of the global EV market Sources include Reuters, Bloomberg, Electrek, and CleanTechnica.

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