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Out of Spec Podcast

329 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 62 ratings

Join us at the intersection of innovation and electrification as the Out of Spec Studios team brings you the latest in electric vehicle (EV) news and more.


Hosted by our passionate team members, the Out of Spec Podcast is your go-to source for all things EV. Every week, we dive deep into the world of electric vehicles, providing insightful coverage of EV news, developments in EV charging infrastructure and technology, and engaging discussions about the reality of EV ownership.


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Episodes

Rivian Can Charge At Tesla Superchargers! Access For R1T & R1S EVs Starts Today

March 18, 2024 16:00 - 36 minutes - 28.9 MB

Episode 299: Francie and Jose from  @riviantrackr  hop on the podcast to break some news that will make any Rivian R1T or R1S owners and drivers very happy - Rivian EVs can now access the Tesla Supercharger network and charge their EVs using a charging adapter, if they have one. They go over all the details of Rivian's announcement, what drivers can expect to see and experience, adapters, competition, and more. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star C...

VinFast VF8 Customer Ownership Review - It’s Not THAT Bad!

March 17, 2024 11:00 - 55 minutes - 104 MB

Francie sits down with fellow VinFast VF8 owners Judy and Larry. They discuss the realities of owning one of the worst-reviewed new cars. Join in for this episode to hear why these owners actually like their VF8s! Another thank you to Judy and Larry for joining us on the podcast! Link to podcast answering your VF8 questions: https://youtu.be/DAKRvE2SH7U?feature=shared Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/chargi...

EV Infrastructure Lawyer Answers Why There Are So Many Broken EV Chargers!

March 15, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 142 MB

Francie sits down with EV infrastructure lawyer Jason Goldfarb to explore the world of broken EV chargers. Join this episode to hear why broken chargers are such a big problem, some potential solutions, and the importance of due diligence. Intro: 0:00 Root causes for charger unreliability: 8:30 NEVI: 16:06 Potential successful strategies: 21:20 Importance of due diligence: 27:00 Who is responsible for reliability?: 36:45 Liability: 49:00 Imagine a perfect world: 53:52 What does the...

Update On Ford EV News! Lightning Pricing, Mach E Sales Numbers, & Supercharger Access

March 14, 2024 11:00 - 11 minutes - 22.3 MB

Francie dives into the details of what Ford has been up to lately - electric vehicle wise, that is! She discusses recent price changes in the F-150 Lightning and Mach-E EV models from Ford, recent sales numbers, access to the Tesla Supercharger network, and more. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging-solutions/ Sources used to support today's show: ...

Kempower's Product Lineup Offers Flexibility While Prioritizing Reliability

March 13, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 62.4 MB

Welcome back to the @kempower podcast series where we highlight aspects of the company's work and mission of powering the electric movement with quick and scalable EV charging solutions for everyone and everywhere. This week, Ashley Edwards and Jed Routh talk us through Kempower's current product lineup. They explore the important factors in creating a good user experience. They also discuss the future of charging and the role of government incentives and regulation. Find out more about Ke...

Cadillac LYRIQ EV Qualifies For Full $7500 Tax Credit - GM Is Busy Revamping Supply Chains

March 12, 2024 11:00 - 11 minutes - 21 MB

Francie hops on the podcast to go over the details of the Cadillac LYRIQ being now eligible for the full $7,500 tax credit. LYRIQ website: https://www.cadillac.com/electric/lyriq Federal tax credit link: https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/tax2023.shtml Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging-solutions/ Find us on all of these places: YouTube: https://w...

Kyle Goes To Electrify America's EV Charging Flagship & Likes It! Indoor, Amenities, & Safety

March 11, 2024 11:00 - 22 minutes - 41.8 MB

Kyle comes onto the podcast to tell Francie all about the Electrify America electric vehicle charging hub/flagship in San Francisco, California. He speaks to the EV charging hardware, his experience, the tour, cool aspects, what he liked about it, and more. Full tour video on  @OutofSpecReviews : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTQog0DtALs Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https://ke...

Francie Answers Your VF8 Questions After 1 Month & 1,000 Miles! Likes, Dislikes & More | Episode 292

March 10, 2024 11:00 - 36 minutes - 67.8 MB

Join Francie as she goes over her impressions of the VinFast VF8 Eco after 1 month and 1,000 miles. She speaks to her likes and dislikes, answers your questions Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging-solutions/ Find us on all of these places: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-...

Kyle Charged A Ford On Tesla Superchargers! Benefits, Problems, & Major Takeaways

March 09, 2024 12:00 - 21 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this episode, Kyle debriefs Francie on his experience using a Ford F150 Lightning on Tesla's Supercharger network during a road trip. Fast Charging in the US will change dramatically as more and more manufacturers gain access to Tesla's Supercharger network, but the transition may not be perfectly smooth. Join us to hear about some of the challenges associated with charging other vehicles on Tesla's charging network. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: ...

Chevrolet Blazer EV Is Back On Sale w/ Price Cuts & Software Fixes!

March 08, 2024 17:52 - 11 minutes - 22.4 MB

Francie jumps on the podcast today to bring you breaking EV news: the Chevrolet Blazer EV is back on sale with all new pricing + available tax credit incentives for eligible dealers/customers. She brings you all the details from Chevy, new price details, and more. Thumbnail credit: Chevrolet Fed Tax Credit website: https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/tax2023.shtml Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - ...

Rivian's R2 Unveiling Had So Many Surprises! R2, R3, R3X & All Of The Details | Episode 290

March 08, 2024 12:00 - 32 minutes - 62.3 MB

Welcome back to the Out of Spec Podcast! On this episode Jordan + Liv & Patrick ( @MachE_VLOG ) talk about everything they saw at the Rivian R2 Event and Unveiling. They discuss the details of the presentation, R2, R3, R3X, and their thoughts about this exciting next step for this all electric vehicle brand! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging-solut...

Any Home Can Be Electrified & Upgraded According to Elephant Energy! | Episode 289

March 07, 2024 12:00 - 44 minutes - 83.7 MB

Francie and DR discuss how to make a home more climate friendly and highlight the work at Elephant Energy. DR explains how careful planning can minimize costs while maximizing returns. The benefits aren't only environmental, as home electrification can lead to major cost savings! Thank you again to DR at Elephant Energy! See how you can make your home climate friendly at https://elephantenergy.com/ Intro: 0:00 Elephant Energy: 3:04 How we need to change the grid: 8:15 Home electrificati...

The BYD Dolphin Is Only $14k But It's Not Coming To The US

March 06, 2024 22:00 - 10 minutes - 19.8 MB

Join Francie as she discusses the new BYD Dolphin. The Dolphin is extremely affordable but BYD's CEO says it will not come to the US market. Francie also talks about the importance of this vehicle beyond the US market. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging-solutions/ Find us on all of these places: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcast A...

Kempower Made It To America! A Refresher And Update About This Charging Company

March 06, 2024 12:00 - 26 minutes - 49.6 MB

Welcome back to the Kempower podcast series where we highlight aspects of their work and mission of powering the electric movement with quick and scalable EV charging solutions for everyone and everywhere. On this episode, Francie and Kyle sit down to chat with Imani McCreary, Jed Routh, and Marcus Suvanto from Kempower. They discuss the progress in US expansion since they last spoke. They also dive into some unique aspects of the company. Stay tuned for the rest of the series! Shoutout to ...

Hyundai Improved A Class Leader With The 2025 Ioniq 5 Refresh

March 05, 2024 22:00 - 12 minutes - 23.1 MB

Francie examines the updated Ioniq 5. While the Ioniq 5 was already a compelling vehicle, the 2025 refresh manages to make significant improvements. Join us for this episode to hear all the details! Link to Out of Spec Reviews video on the Ioniq 5 N: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdwC47cTzBg Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging-solutions/ Find us ...

Chinese Manufacturing Plays An Important Role In the Kazakhstan EV Market

March 05, 2024 12:00 - 31 minutes - 58.9 MB

Francie sits down to catch up with Max! After a recent visit to Kazakhstan, Max shares his observations and some of his conversations. Francie and Max explore the Kazakhstan policies that lead to Chinese manufacturing dominating the market. Intro: 0:00 Kazakhstan: 1:18 EVs in Kazakhstan: 5:56 Zeekr: 8:10 EV infrastructure: 13:54 Government incentives and policies: 17:34 Lotus: 18:33 Chinese manufacturers: 21:06 “Politics” of EVs: 24:19 Shoutout to our sponsors for more information...

Kia EV6 2 Year Ownership Update! Modifications, Road Trips, Daily Driving

March 04, 2024 12:00 - 33 minutes - 62.6 MB

Emad has had his Kia EV6 Wind for over 2 years now, so Jordan asks about everything he's gone through, from the issues to the joys of EV life in the city. It was their first EV and they're struggling to picture life without! Emad's YouTube (and Instagram):  @Emadifications  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

VW ID.4 Gets A Major Software Overhaul For 2024 + More Power & Greater Efficiency

March 02, 2024 12:00 - 24 minutes - 45.9 MB

Francie catches up with Kyle after he tests the new facelifted 2024 VW ID.4. They discuss the new updates and how it compares with other EVs. Intro: 0:00 Which ID.4 models are updated?: 1:41 Federal tax credit: 5:10 Software changes: 8:04 Hardware changes: 10:56 Facelift ID.4 vs pre-facelift and other competition: 14:12 NACS: 15:30 More on the ID.4 and VW: 16:24 New sound system: 19:13 Concluding thoughts: 20:35 Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below...

The Team Wraps Up February And More!

March 01, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 122 MB

Francie catches up with the Out Of Spec team to discuss what they did in February and what they're looking forward to in March. Stay tuned to hear from each member of the team! Intro: 0:00 Dave: 1:19 Ryan: 10:09 Andrew: 13:37 Coleton: 17:18 Max: 22:34 Jerome: 32:44 Jordan: 41:38 49:51: Kyle 56:24: What YouTube channels are we watching? Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Kempower: https:...

Ford EVs Can Officially Charge On Tesla Superchargers! Details Directly From Ford

February 29, 2024 13:00 - 14 minutes - 27.1 MB

Francie and Kyle sit down with Robert Hayes, Manager of Public Charging and Customer Experience, to discuss Ford's latest announcement. Starting February 29, 2024, Ford EV owners will be able to log onto their Ford Pass to order their fast charging adapter for free. Shipments are expected to start at the end of March. Ford owners can sign up to get their adapter at ford.com/fastchargingadapter Clarification: On February 29, the Ford navigation system will not have the updated navigation sy...

Stellantis Turns Profit On EVs - Great News From A Legacy Manufacturer

February 28, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes - 18 MB

Huge news from Stellantis! Sit down with Francie to hear how this Legacy manufacturer turned a profit on EVs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2025 Porsche Taycan Raises The Bar - All Technical Details Thoroughly Explained

February 27, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Francie sits down with Kyle to review all the technical details of the 2025 Porsche Taycan. Kyle provides information from Porsche presentations and explains how the vehicle sets new standards when it comes to efficiency, charging, thermal management, and driving dynamics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hyundai's Active Air Skirt Squeezes Out A Few Extra EV Miles

February 27, 2024 12:00 - 11 minutes - 21.8 MB

Francie discusses the latest innovation in efficiency from Hyundai. Although the efficiency gains from this alone may seem small, many innovations combined can create appreciable improvements in efficiency and range. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

VW ID.4 Towing A Camper From Coast To Coast! Went Better Than You Might Expect!

February 26, 2024 21:29 - 59 minutes - 111 MB

Francie, Grant, and Felicia discuss the realities of towing with an EV. Grant and Felicia recently completed a 3,000 mile journey towing a camper trailer with their ID.4. While the trip was not fast, it went relatively smoothly. Tune in to hear all the details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rivian Ranks Low In Reliability But They're #1 In Customer Satisfaction

February 25, 2024 12:00 - 35 minutes - 67 MB

Join Francie and Skyler as they discuss results from Consumer Reports surverys on vehicle reliability and owner satisfaction. Despite scoring 28th out of 30 in reliability, Rivian had the highest owner satisfaction of any auto manufacturer. Skyler offers some insights and potential explanations for these results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Voelcker Talks "How GM's Ultium Electric Car Revolution Went Off The Rails"

February 24, 2024 12:00 - 45 minutes - 84.8 MB

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Mercedes Pumps The Brakes On Their EV Plans

February 23, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes - 18.6 MB

Join Francie as she discusses the latest update from Mercedes Benz. In response to disappointing sales figures, Mercedes decided to pull back on their electrification goals. Francie explores Mercedes's decision and compares it with recent announcements from other auto manufacturers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Honda Prologue Left Us Whelmed - Kyle's First Drive Summary

February 22, 2024 22:00 - 24 minutes - 45.4 MB

Join Francie and Kyle as they sit down to discuss the new Honda Prologue. The Prologue is built in collaboration with GM. Kyle explains how the specs are competitive and also somewhat unimpressive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You Can't Take Cybertrucks Off-roading! Warranty And Other Owner's Manual Quirks

February 22, 2024 12:00 - 24 minutes - 46.4 MB

Join Kyle and Ryan as they sit down to discuss the Cybertruck owner's manual. They dive straight into the details about the Cybertruck's warranty and explore other weird details found throughout the owner's manual. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EVs and Solar Panel Roofs - They Don't Add Much Range But Might Look Cool

February 20, 2024 12:00 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MB

Francie and Jordan sit down to discuss what role solar roofs play in EVs and EV charging. They discuss companies like LightYear, Aptera, Toyota, and Fisker and how they all offer a solar panel EV product, how solar isn’t compatible with extended range yet, and where they think solar fits into the EV space effectively. Enter the Climate XChange raffle here! https://carbonraffle.org/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=outofspecreviews Sources used to support today’s show: - https://www.toyot...

First Look At New Cadillac Escalade IQ! Big Boy Ultra Luxury Electric SUV

February 19, 2024 12:00 - 19 minutes - 37 MB

Francie and Kyle traveled all the way to Chicago for the Auto Show to see the Cadillac IQ - but then they couldn't even touch it! Still, they're on the podcast to talk about the show, what they could see, what we know about this big Luxury SUV EV, and what part of the market this kind of electric vehicle will serve. - Cadillac IQ: https://www.cadillac.com/upcoming-vehicles/escalade-iq - Chicago Auto Show: https://www.chicagoautoshow.com/default.html Enter the Climate XChange raffle here! ...

Our DC Fast Charger Install Update - New Units, Bigger Plans, And What’s To Come

February 18, 2024 12:00 - 22 minutes - 42.8 MB

Kyle joins Francie to update everyone on Out of Spec's DC Fast Charger installation update! Kyle tells us all about the hardware at the site, the site itself, how we're going about getting things installed, and let's us know what is coming up next! Enter the Climate XChange raffle here! https://carbonraffle.org/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=outofspecreviews Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging/ - Ke...

Per Min Or Per kWh Charging? What’s Fair And What’s Smart

February 17, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

On today's episode you join Francie and Kelly Carmichael to talk all about the fairness and the smart ways to charge for EV charge sessions based on the methods of per minute or per kWh pricing. Kelly is a senior software engineer, senior architect at IP Applications, and in general are very well versed in IT and software systems. On top of this, he's spent over 13 years working in research for smart microgrid deployment, electric transportation, to name a few - but these are very dynamic an...

If Your Apartment Has A Sink It Should Have An EV Charger! L2 Charging Is Not Just An Amenity

February 16, 2024 12:00 - 42 minutes - 80.5 MB

Join Francie as she sits down with Eric Roseman, Chief Revenue Officer of Xeal Energy. They discuss how Xeal is working to provide the most reliable EV charging no matter where you are using their system, how important it is to have Level 2 charging, the value L2 EV charging brings to a space or building, the unique software behind everything they do at Xeal, and more. - Xeal's website: https://xealenergy.com/ Enter the Climate XChange raffle here! https://carbonraffle.org/?utm_source=y...

Tesla Magic Dock Improved To 500A But We’re Having Some Interoperability Issues

February 15, 2024 21:33 - 28 minutes - 53.6 MB

Join Francie and Kyle as they discuss some perculiar interoperability issues at Tesla Supercharger Magic Dock stations. They discuss the changes to 500 Amps with the Tesla Magic Dock chargers, why one EV may be able to charge at an EV charging station but not another, and where the responsibility lies to make sure everyone has access to public L2 and DCFC charging, and the importance of interoperability. - Kyle's tweets about his experiences: https://twitter.com/itskyleconner/status/17561...

EV Tax Credits Are Too Complicated In 2024! Let's Break It Down | Episode 266

February 14, 2024 17:39 - 37 minutes - 71.3 MB

Francie and Max, our resident electric vehicle tax credit expert and producer of the  @outofspecguide  channel, hop on the podcast to discuss what we can expect for EV incentives in 2024. They talk about the models that get the credit, the breakdown of the credit, and all the intricate parts that influence the federal electric vehicle incentives! Plug in to get all the info. Enter the Climate XChange raffle here! - https://carbonraffle.org?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=outofspecreviews Sou...

Stellantis Announces Plans For NACS With No Mention Of Tesla Supercharger Network! | Episode 265

February 13, 2024 20:41 - 16 minutes - 30.1 MB

Join Kyle and Francie as they discuss Stellantis's NACS or J3400 announcement. They talk about how this is the last major automaker to share their plans, how it doesn't mention anything about Tesla or the Supercharger network, and what they think this all will mean for electric vehicle Stellantis customers. Stellantis press release: https://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=25673&mid=1 Kyle's tweet: https://twitter.com/itskyleconner/status/1757129348006740115?s=46 Enter ...

Our Kia EV9 Gets First Software Update! Here’s How It Went | Episode 263

February 13, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes - 44.3 MB

Kyle and Francie talk about the company's new long term loaner EV the Kia EV9. One of the only three row electric vehicle SUVs, the Kia EV9 is on a lot of folks radar. They discuss the Kia EV9, the over-the-air software update, what it improved, and how important this feature is for EVs today. Enter the Climate XChange raffle here! - https://carbonraffle.org?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=outofspecreviews Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge:...

Launching Out of Spec Renew! EV Conversions, Repair, & Crazy Builds | Episode 262

February 12, 2024 20:00 - 26 minutes - 49.4 MB

Join Francie, Kyle, And Jerome to discuss the launch of the new Out of Spec Renew video channel! We are excited to launch into the world of covering classic EV conversions, EV repair, battery recycling and second life, as well as other topics to come. Make sure to subscribe to  @OutofSpecRenew ! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging?id=20 - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging-solutions/ Fi...

Tesla Claims More Efficient Charging, We Think It’s Just Preconditioning Logic | Episode 261

February 12, 2024 12:00 - 14 minutes - 27.5 MB

Kyle and Francie hop on the pod to talk about what Tesla described as an update for more efficient charging, but that's not exactly what they think is going on here. They explain the nature of the update, which Tesla Models it impacts, the different between charging efficiency and optimizing processes along the way, and more! Electrek article: https://electrek.co/2024/02/07/tesla-improves-cybertruck-handling-charging-new-update/ Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their link...

Should You Unplug Someone Else’s EV If They’ve Completed Charging? | Episode 260

February 11, 2024 12:00 - 28 minutes - 53.1 MB

aTo plug or not unplug? That is the question. Join Francie, Kyle, Max, Jordan, and Jose from  @riviantrackr  as they talk about the electric vehicle charging debate of whether or not you should unplug someone else’s EV if they are done charging. Jose’s tweet: https://twitter.com/RivianTrackr/status/1754278675325894670 Tweet of note from BMW owner: https://twitter.com/silverelan/status/1754352410473243075?s=20 News story about unfortunate Tesla Supercharger incident: https://www.cbsnews....

My VinFast VF8 EV Road Trip! While Not Perfect, It Actually Wasn't That Bad | Episode 259

February 10, 2024 12:00 - 48 minutes - 91.6 MB

Francie and Jordan talk all things VinFast VF8 road tripping on this episode of the Out of Spec podcast! Come along as they go over this electric vehicle roadtrip with a VF8 and Tesla Model Y including their efficiencies, the charging along the way, their impressions of the VF8, and so on! Watch Part 1 of The Roadtrip on  @OutofSpecMotoring  : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgNtU_LXScg Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.star...

IONNA A New EV Charging Network Launches! 7 Automakers, A New CEO, & A Lot Of Questions | Ep. 258

February 09, 2024 18:31 - 23 minutes - 44.2 MB

Kyle and Francie hop on to the podcast to discuss the breaking news on IONNA - the consortium of 7 automakers with 1 shared mission of creating a North American electric vehicle charging network. The question remains - will they do it well? They discuss everything they know from the IONNA webpage, to their announcement today of the new CEO, and what questions they have about the future of this initiative. IONNA's website: https://ionna.com/ The press release: https://ionna.com/news/ceo-se...

The Great & Terrible EVs On Display At Chicago's Auto Show! Francie & Kyle Full Walking Tour | Episode 257

February 09, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 34.8 MB

Join Francie and Kyle on a walking podcast around the Chicago Auto Show as they check out all the EVs on display. They cover their favorite electric vehicles, the EV models that really miss the mark, plus the best and worst EV strategies. Chicago's Auto Show Site: https://www.chicagoautoshow.com/default.html Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: - Star Charge: https://www.starcharge.com/charging?id=20 - Kempower: https://kempower.com/america/charging...

Rivian Offers New Smaller Batteries! Pricing, Chemistry Info, & More w: RivianTrackr | Episode 256

February 08, 2024 23:59 - 22 minutes - 42 MB

Join Francie, Kyle and Jose AKA  @riviantrackr  as they discuss the breaking news from Rivian! They discuss the battery chemistry, R1T and R1S leasing options, updates in pricing and changes in battery pack availability, whether they think this is a good idea, and more! Jose’s tweets: https://twitter.com/RivianTrackr/status/1755715828769595631 https://twitter.com/RivianTrackr/status/1755720912031092865 Rivian’s website: https://rivian.com/ Shoutout to our sponsors for more information...

Rivian R2 Unveiling! Our Expectations & What We Plan To Film | Episode 255

February 07, 2024 12:00 - 29 minutes - 55.3 MB

Join Francie, Kyle, and special guest  @riviantrackr  AKA Jose as they talk about the R2 Event - Rivian's Unveiling of the R2 platform. They discuss Rivian's history as an all electric vehicle brand, the R1T and R1S, what we hope to see with the new platform, what we know about the event to come, what Kyle hopes to film while there, and more. Rivian's Tweet: https://twitter.com/Rivian/status/1754505245072506915 Reddit post: https://www.reddit.com/r/Rivian/comments/19e9m2m/rivian_r2_launch...

New Taycan Is A BEAST! Kyle’s Prototype Range & Charge Testing Stories | Episode 254

February 06, 2024 12:00 - 28 minutes - 53.7 MB

Join Kyle and Francie on today's episode as they talk about the beastly qualities of the new Porsche Taycan facelift! Kyle dives into his rain-ridden range testing in Los Angeles, the Porsche prototype charging and range testing, and everything he can share before the embargo lifts. - Kyle's Porsche Taycan HYPERMILE video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScnmG2wCZTw - Kyle's Macan EV Deep Dive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDT_RRdjYVQ Shoutout to our sponsors for more information fin...

Expect More Cadillac LYRIQs On The Road! Increase Battery Supply Ramps Up Production | Episode 253

February 05, 2024 12:00 - 12 minutes - 23.4 MB

Ramping up instead of ramping down? What a change of pace. Join Francie on today’s episode of the Out of Spec Podcast as she discusses the ramping up of the Cadillac LYRIQ production, the Ultium platform, and what makes an EV a luxury vehicle. Sources used to support today’s episode: - LYRIQ website: https://www.cadillac.com/electric/lyriq - GM Ultium platform: https://www.gm.com/commitments/electrification?evar25=ch_ev-resources_what-is-ultium - Reuter’s article: https://www.reuters....

Francie Gets Her First EV! Say Hello To "Springroll" VinFast VF8 | Episode 252

February 04, 2024 22:01 - 27 minutes - 51.5 MB

Welcome back to the Out of Spec podcast! In this episode, Francie and Jordan talk all about how Francie came to be the lucky leaser of a Vinfast VF8 Eco - her first EV that she can call her own. They discuss the lease details, the difficulties in leasing the car, its initial quirks and first impressions, and all that is to come over the next 3 years of the lease! Tune in and let us know what questions you have about "Springroll"! Vinfast site: https://vinfastauto.us/vehicles/vf-8 Shoutout ...

Who's Responsible For Fixing Broken Chargers? Funding To Repair EV Infrastructure | Episode 251

February 03, 2024 21:57 - 14 minutes - 26.4 MB

Join Francie today as she touches on the topic of funding to repair EV infrastructure. Millions of dollars are pouring into fixing temporarily unavailable EV chargers - whose responsibility should it be to fix them? She discusses the requirements for funding eligibility, repairs and replacements, EV school busses, the EV workforce, and more. Links used to support today's show: - Biden Admin Fact Sheet: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/01/19/fact-sheet-bid...

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