Refreshed from the summer hiatus, Eric, Walter, and Steve, return for your fortnightly fast charge on electric vehicles and infrastructure. We're joined by special guest Landon West, from The Arkansas eTraveler channel to share what's happening with the increasingly exciting Walmart Energy DCFC project, and the potentially divisive topic of dwell time vs. charge time at the kind of sites he's monitoring. In the news, we look at the surge to 600kW DC fast charging on the Mercedes-Benz HPC network in 2026, and whether Tesla's Supercharger hardware is starting to feel outdated, as the company starts selling to third party owners. Here's the link to contribute to Landon's Walmart sightings - https://forms.gle/bQGFgZvYWtSnKG7AA - and check out his latest updates here: https://www.youtube.com/TheArkansaseTraveler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Eric, Walter, and Steve for a look at the EV landscape as it shifts beneath our feet. In addition to the intended discussion about summer travel, with a charging map that looks better every month, we assess the impact of the risibly named "One Big Beautiful Bill" and its implications for EV buyers over the remainder of 2025 and beyond.Related Resources:Walter on the future of EV sales for OoS Bits - • This Is The First EVs Sales Decrease In 14... Bloomberg 2025 EV Outlook as US support fades - https://cleantechnica.com/2025/06/18/... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join the Coast-to-Coast EVs crew for a detailed look at the ins and outs of EV charging reliability and the joys of all-electric road tripping north of the border! We're joined by Canadian co-founders Jennifer Buchanan, Andrea Curry, and Matth Loos, whose unique journey into the EV charging space spans frustrating road trips to creating solutions for managing the huge task of reliability reporting and charger maintenance. We also hit upon that formative Trans-Canada road trip that led the co-founders to start Clockwork - https://www.clockwork.energy/ - comparing their experiences north of the border to our travels across the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Eric, Walter, and Steve with special guests Joann Orange and Diane Wallace, for a chat about charger safety and essential amenities as EV travel season gets underway. Joann and Diane are accompanied by their spouses, but it's the ladies who lead this one as we unpack the needs of different EV travelers and what charging vendorsWe also cover our EV plans for the summer, so bring your best all-electric road trip itineraries and let us know where you're heading as the holiday/vacation season arrives! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Intrepid EV6 road tripper Jacob Espinoza, more commonly known as ArtiePenguin1 or AP1 - https://www.youtube.com/@ArtiePenguin1 - joins Eric, Walter, and Steve to discuss progress on public DC fast charging in his region: the Southwestern United States. We cover every charging vendor active in the Desert Southwest, including new locations from Francis Energy, Electric Era, Tesla, and Pilot-Flying J. We also get into pricing, the status of NEVI in New Mexico, charger maintenance, and Jacob's recent epic road trips from NM up to Colorado. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Energy sector veteran David Streitfeld joins Eric, Walter, and Steve to explore why smarter AC charging solutions hold the key to unlocking wider EV adoption in the United States and Canada.As VP of Business Development at energy management provider Smappee, David takes his background in renewables and smart home systems to deliver intelligent home charging products: https://www.smappee.com/us/charging-stations/From utilizing existing capacity and excess solar to make the most of available power, to uniting EV charging, battery storage, and energy management software, Smappee delivers a versatile suite of products for consumers and commercial applications.In a long overdue return to level 2 charging, we look at how AC charging has evolved in recent years, the advantages of pairing EV charging with other energy management systems, and how aligning all of these parts of the energy puzzle with solutions like Smappee delivers greater efficiency and cost savings in the long term. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join the Coast-to-Coast EVs crew for a conversation with Andrew Cornelia, CEO of Mercedes-Benz High Power Charging, exploring the network's expansion in North America. What are the automaker's aims - and how can Mercedes-Benz translate the brand's reputation for quality - to upgrade the fast charging experience for EV drivers across the United States and Canada? We unpack everything from network coverage, partnerships, features, and pricing to the questions you ask in the live chat. Learn more about the network and sign up for updates here: https://mercedesbenzhpc.com/?utm_source=Livestream&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_campaign=plugandplay&utm_id=Plug+and+Play+EVsMN8 Energy - https://mn8energy.com/Don't miss this opportunity to hear views and insights from the top of one of North America's most promising charging networks.Get weekly EV infrastructure updates for North America here: https://evi.plugnplayev.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Returning guest Darren Orange joins Eric, Walter, and Steve to talk about long-distance EV travel and the associated value of autonomous driver assist systems like FSD. Eric and Walter speak to GM's SuperCruise, while Steve weighs in on more limited systems like Hyundai Group's HDA2. The Coaster Community also weighs in on their most recent EV journeys and, more importantly, those summer EV road trips that we're all looking forward to. Use the time stamps below to jump to the segments you're most interested in:0:00 - Start0:30 - Intro1:06 - Welcome: Darren Orange1:56 - In the News: Q1 2025 EV Sales2:41 - Cox Automotive Q1 YOY Comparison6:55 - Cadillac Sales: "This is What an EV Revolution Looks Like!"12:15 - GM's EV stable Moves Beyond Bolt EV21:00 - Viewer Intros/Comments28:19 - Darren's Tesla Trip to Florida32:22 - Chicago to Nashville: Two charging stops35:00 - Driver fatigue and ADAS advantages36:00 - Tesla Route Planning37:45 - Tesla vs. A.N.Other: Picks at multi-vendor sites?49:35 - Road debris, rainfall, and FSD performance58:38 - Experiences with GM SuperCruise1:03:30 - Disengagement Process with FSD1:12:35 - Upcoming EV Road Trips1:24:15 - 7K Congrats to The Average EV!1:25:50 - One Million Miles?! Our Collective EV Mileage1:30:40 - Channel Links + Upcoming Content1:33:32 - Close: Cheers, Nerds!See you in the stream! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Co-host of the Urban EV Podcast, Rob Hoffman, joins regular Coasters Eric, Walter, and Steve to cover every angle of owning an electric car in the biggest of cities, NYC. What does he drive? How does he charge? Is it even possible to leave the city in an EV?! Yes, we know some of these answers but Rob has lived the experience for the past year and provides the perfect example of the ups and downs of EV ownership in a busy metro location. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join your usual hosting trio and Hubject executive Nate Steele to unpack one of EV charging's long-promised and most frequently confused features: Plug and Charge.Plug&Charge... ISO15118... Autocharge... Plug and Charge... DIN SPEC 70121... Charge and Go...All these and more are used to describe the ability to connect your EV and walk away while it starts a charge session. So what's the difference and why is it taking so long to roll out this feature that Tesla drivers have enjoyed for years at Superchargers? Time Stamps:0:00 - Start0:30 - Intro1:43 - In the News: Walmart Energy Unveiled8:36 - Audience Intros10:52 - Introducing Nate Steele of Hubject13:56 - Overview of Plug&Charge Within ISO1511816:54 - Plug&Charge Development in North America20:26 - Plug&Charge vs. Autocharge23:45 - Walter's Take + Questions, inc. Universal PKI/Plug and Charge30:41 - What is a PKI?31:55 - Eric's Take + Questions, inc. older EV access + "App Fatigue"41:05 - AC Charging with Plug&Charge47:05 - Will some EV models be left behind by Plug&Charge?50:16 - What Impact of Plug&Charge on EV Adoption?58:35 - Hubject's Background Role in EV Charging1:00:30 - ISO15118 Role in V2X Applications1:03:00 - ICN - A Global EVent for Charging Nerds!1:05:10 - Viewer Comments & Questions1:09:06 - Charging apps vs. other forms of authentication1:15:46 - Comparisons with Europe + contactless payments1:20:30 - Updates on each host's individual channel plans1:22:28 - Close For more on Hubject's work and partnerships, visit www.hubject.com. For the Intercharge Network Conference in Tempelhof, Berlin, visit intercharge network conferenceConnect with Nate Steel on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-steele96/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Landon, also known as The Arkansas eTraveler, joins the Coast-to-Coast EVs crew to share his journey from gas-guzzling truck to all-electric SUV in the American Mid-South. As we unpack how he came to join a new wave of EV content creators on YouTube, we'll move away from the coastal elites -- wait, is that Steve and Eric?! -- and discuss electric vehicles in the states that make up the middle. Find out how things are going in the Heartland and how we can continue to electrify remote areas if federal funds dry up and private investment takes up the reins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join the Coast-to-Coast EVs crew to explore the next generation of EV charging in North America, with special guests Quincy Edmund Lee and Lang Reynolds. With a hectic start to 2025 and EV infrastructure hitting the headlines as massive buildouts are underway, the team and our expert guests have a lot to unpack.Quincy (Founder/CEO) and Lang (VP Site Implementation & Operations) are at the epicenter of this infrastructure expansion with, a fast charging solutions partner with a presence across the United States. Growth plans for 2025 mirror the vibrant energy across the EVI space, which despite headwinds in certain quarters is beginning to look unstoppable.Hear about everything from DCFC reliability, network growth, NEVI plans, and what drivers should expect from the charging experience in 2025 and beyond.Timestamps:0:00 - Start1:01 - Two DCFC Mega Builds Begin - iONNA Official5:59 - Walmart DCFC Stirs in Dallas10:08 - Intro to Quincy and Lang | Electric Era12:01 - Quincy's Background13:40 - Lang's Background 16:14 - Electric Era Stations - Feb. 202517:28 - Northern California DCFC + Deployment Speed21:41 - How the Technology Speeds Up Installations25:00 - Payment Processing for DCFC28:45 - Electric Era's Role in the Industry32:14 - Reliability/Success is More Than Uptime34:19 - Why Data Visibility is Critical to Reliability39:00 - The Next Era of Energy and EV Charging41:32 - What Site Types Work Best for Electric Era?47:38 - Sizing Battery Systems to Match Site Demand50:50 - Lang's Favorite Site (So Far!) 54:58 - NEVI Sites + Battery Systems Role in Colorado59:18 - The Future of the NEVI Program1:02:44 - Key Elements of Electric Era's Tech Stack1:08:00 - Origins of the Product/System1:12:45 - Closing ConversationRelated Content:Eric's EE report from Yreka, CA - https://youtu.be/QgkSeMtC6T0EE White Papers mentioned in show:https://electricera.tech/industry-reportsWebsite: https://electricera.tech/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Walter and Steve to unpack the various aspects of assessing EV charging stations as mainstream adoption looms...What makes something a charging hub vs. just another normal station? What amenities are essential for some sites but unnecessary for others?How do EV driver needs differ in urban areas vs. rural routes? Are trash cans ever optional?!Opinions vary on the perfect stall count, placement, and power level, but we all know a positive charging experience when we see one. After reviewing the week's news, including Walmart's massive workplace charging push and some noise around the NEVI program, we examine the latest stations we've visited, unpack various locations, and discuss your thoughts on how charging sites should be segmented and rated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join the Coast-to-Coast EVs crew and live community for a look ahead to electric vehicles and EV infrastructure development in 2025. After digging into what we know about 2024 EV sales revealed so far and our expectations for Tesla in 2025, Walter gives us the lowdown on his epic Lyriq trip across the southern US, while Eric and Steve listen in enviously. We also touch on EV efficiency, public charging reliability improvements, and Walter's experience with IONNA. Chapters:0:00 - Start1:44 - In the News: 2024 EV Sales Trends3:00 - GM Takes EV Second Spot from Ford5:47 - Tesla Dips Below 50% of US Market Share10:45 - Is Tesla's Product Line Enough?16:02 - 2025: Expect Lopsided EV Sales17:25 - Viewer Introductions23:43 - Tesla Market Cap vs. Other Automakers26:08 - EV Market Share vs. Auto Market Share34:48 - Viewer Comments40:35 - Holiday Travels/Trips of Hosts41:48 - Walter's Pilot-Flying J X-Country Trip51:20 - Eric Delivers on "Boltmas"1:03:10 - We. Want. *Efficient*. EVs.1:06:36 - Viewer Holiday Road Trip Reports1:15:56 - More Road Trips + EV Channel Recommendations1:22:29 - Memory Lane: Bjorn Nyland Comes to California1:25:05 - Miscellaneous IONNA Musings1:29:14 - CloseRelated Videos:(Not Walter's) Lyriq Goes to the Grand Canyon - https://youtu.be/gddf6GaPSdw?si=FF_4vhf8_2Bnx3OEEric's First Day of Boltmas Vid - https://youtu.be/HANwDKmFJSA?si=PIJ2LSht1C40NabISteve's Charger Tests in Vermont & New York:Rivian Adventure Network (Queensbury, NY) - https://youtu.be/jqdvxSF9-z0?si=0nNkXPpDHfoXfpZpFLO Ultra at Harpoon Brewery (Windsor, VT) - https://youtu.be/52HT2KB30mo?si=gq_zR_3cPSPskcrsRecommended Channels/Podcasts in this show:Arkansas eTraveler (Walmart DCFC Updates +- Blazer EV/Arkansas content) - https://www.youtube.com/@TheArkansaseTravelerAllen Yeates (Love's DCFC updates) - https://www.youtube.com/@AllenYatesJThe Current Review Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@thecurrentreview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Eric, Walter, Steve, and the Coast-to-Coast EVs livestream community for a look back at 2024 in the world of electric vehicle DC charging infrastructure. We also look at the road ahead and what we expect to see from charging vendors in 2025.Related Videos:Grid Connections Coast-to-Coast EVs panel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TBNFpjceFYMach-E Vlog lease video: https://youtu.be/alQwvkFnK7k?si=IiOIL2p1d9Euw29TEric's Most Recent Video on NorCal infrastructure: https://youtu.be/lCaOqPt3x28?si=g977T9GDTRMOC6XGWalter's Latest P-FJ Update: https://youtu.be/NuC25S6QZVI?si=QrkuxOYAWC9e5ttiThis is our final show of 2024, so happy holidays and a prosperous New Year to everyone who has joined us this year. We look forward to hosting new guests and covering even more EV topics with you in 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Walter, Eric, and Steve for a deep dive on bringing home charging to apartments, condos, and other residential scenarios that have limited EV adoption... until now?We're joined by Joseph Nagle of Pando Electric to discuss the challenges of charging at multi-unit dwellings and how Pando's product line can help -- www.pandoelectric.com. Here are the videos referred to in our discussion:Mach-E Vlog Pando Site Visit in SoCal - • How to get LEVEL 2 EV charging in an ... Grid Connections Interview w/ Joseph - • Ep. 49: Level 2 Charging in Multifami... Email questions or topic ideas to plugandplayev@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join your fellow EV nerds for a look at all of the DCFC projects that matter across North America as the year comes to a close. With all of the Coast-to-Coast EVs crew tracking multiple projects, we assess how far we've come in the past 12-18 months and the work that's still ahead. From the ongoing Tesla Supercharger network opening up and EVgo's travel expansion through Pilot-Flying J, to newer efforts like IONNA, Ford Charge, and many smaller players, there's a lot to cover. We'll also look north of the border in Canada and at the pros and cons of public programs like NEVI in catalyzing DCFC. If you have requests for future topics, contact the team on plugandplayev@gmail.com.Topic Timestamps:Chapters:0:00 - Start2:22 - In the News: Rivian-VW Joint Venture13:11 - Viewer Intros/Comments19:10 - DCFC in 2024: From Bust to Boom20:48 - Pilot-Flying J: Start of a DCFC Renaissance?23:28 - Public Fast Charging Before "the Boom"25:26 - New Players > Existing Networks in California29:28 - Cross-country EV Travel with Pilot-Flying J33:40 - IONNA's Mixed Approach to Site Selection37:25 - Dual J3400/CCS1 Starting to Show Up41:00 - Colusa Casino EV Charging & "Sleeper Sites"48:30 - Bad Old Days: EV Gateway Fails to Impress49:30 - Kwik Charge Open for Business54:26 - FPL Evolution57:00 - Future of the NEVI Program1:04:41 - Relative Cost of Tesla Superchargers1:10:44 - Viewer Comments1:18:47 - BC Hydro's Electric Highway1:22:53 - Circle K1:25:28 - Rivian Adventure Network1:26:30 - Ford Charge1:28:07 - Mercedes-Benz HPC: Buc'ees + Starbucks1:29:20 - Buc'ees or Pilot-Flying J? Viewers Decide!1:32:18 - Close Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join us for the second part of Coast-to-Coast EVs 26, covering used electric vehicles from the perspective of a dedicated dealership. We're joined by Jesse Lore, CEO + Founder of Green Wave Electric Vehicles in North Hampton, NH, to cover the intricacies of selling pre-owned EVs, incentives that customers can qualify for, the benefits of buying from EV specialists, and how dealers can help with post-sale maintenance.Chapters:0:00 - Start2:34 - In the News: EVI Players Making Moves - bp pulse + Alpitronic8:33 - IONNA Progress in Apex, NC11:00 - Jesse Lore, CEO + Founder of Green Wave Electric Vehicles13:32 - Growing a Pre-owned EV Dealership 14:50 - Chaotic Years in the Car Business19:24 - Used EVs Make Driving Electric More Accessible21:33 - The Reality of New EV Depreciation27:40 - Used EV Pricing Trends31:06 - Sourcing Pre-owned Electric Vehicles38:10 - Viewer Intros & Questions40:31 - Top Challenge of Starting a Used Vehicle Dealership45:01 - Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Eligibility 53:00 - Maintenance and Repair Considerations for Used Electric Vehicles56:02 - Are Extended Warranties on Used EVs Necessary?1:05:01 - Financing a Pre-owned EV Purchase1:17:07 - Reaction to Consumer Reports on Used EV Benefits & Downsides1:26:38 - CloseCheck out the current inventory at Green Wave EV here: https://www.greenwaveev.com/used-vehicles/Watch our first visit to Green Wave here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uxqmflmduUWalter's visit to the first IONNA Rechargery site (under construction) in Apex, NC - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvghzbKfGssRelated Links:The Current Review show - https://www.youtube.com/@thecurrentreviewFleet Savings Clean Technica Article - https://cleantechnica.com/2024/10/25/electric-cars-trucks-save-fleet-operators-9-on-operating-costsMerchants Fleet Electrification - https://www.merchantsfleet.com/forth-electrify-your-fleet/Consumer Reports Used EV Segment - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/what-consumers-should-know-about-buying-used-electric-vehicles/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join the Coast-to-Coast EVs team to unpack the increasing importance of used electric vehicles to the volatile EV market in North America. With depreciation a major factor in EV purchases and leasing a popular option to protect against outdated tech, finding great deals on pre-owned electric vehicles is becoming much more common.We explore the current market and explain why the years to come promise to be even more fruitful for buyers who prefer pre-owned vehicles. Could these excellent deals on highly capable EVs be the key to unlocking wider adoption at all levels of affordability? Returning guest Darren Orange helps us unpack these topics and walk us through his experience moving from a Chevy Bolt EV to a pre-owned Tesla Model 3 (early ownership video here: https://youtu.be/bAREs8-YnAc?si=NUKoIBUhjlaBwGoT)Time Stamps:0:00 - Start2:18 - Consolidation in the EV Infrastructure Space7:32 - The Future of Freewire Technologies?11:14 - Viewer Intros & Comments15:35 - Used EV Market Strength in the United States17:32 - Darren's Used EV Purchase (2022): Then & Now24:20 - EV Battery/Powertrain Warranties26:00 - EV Depreciation27:30 - Price Fluctuations of Electric Vehicles31:00 - Premium Pre-owned EVs: Pros & Cons34:00 - Used Tesla Model S or New Tesla Model 3?37:43 - Incentives for Used Electric Vehicles43:01 - Recurrent Auto Highlights Used EV Inventory for 202550:27 - Buying Used vs. Leasing New Electric Vehicles55:43 - Pros & Cons of Used EVs1:07:04 - Used EV Edge Cases1:18:05 - Resources for Used EVs1:21:05 - Viewer Comments & Insights1:27:55 - CloseRelated Links:Recurrent Used EV Market Report Q4 2024 - https://www.recurrentauto.com/research/used-electric-vehicle-buying-reportIRS Used Clean Vehicle Credit Info - https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/used-clean-vehicle-creditCox Automotive EV Market Analysis - https://www.cbtnews.com/u-s-electric-vehicle-market-sees-record-growth-as-ev-sales-hit-new-milestones/Jim Farley Fully Charged Interview - https://youtu.be/PGx7AyD9okg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BJ Birtwell, founder of the nationally-renowned Emobility show Electrify Expo, joins Walter, Eric, and Steve to unpack the transition to electrified transportation. From Ebikes and scooters to electric cars and sports vehicles, we'll discuss the current level of EV adoption and how BJ's rapidly expanding event brings the benefits of electric transportation to a wider audience. Learn more about the event and secure tickets for its New York edition here: https://www.electrifyexpo.com/Chapters:0:00 - Start2:15 - General Motors Eschews EV Skeptics3:15 - GM EV Sales 2024 vs. 20239:30 - GM Drops Ultium Brand + Battery Strategy13:15 - BJ Birtwell, Founder of Electrify Expo, on US EV Adoption16:58 - EV Tariffs in Europe and North America22:53 - Viewer Intros and Comments26:20 - Electrify Expo New York Details29:45 - Growth of Electrify Expo and Changing Consumer Types34:36 - Expo Venues and Experiences39:15 - The Importance of Bringing Fun to the EV Experience40:22 - Electrify Expo Guest Demographics44:20 - "As Electric As You Want to Be..."47:39 - Current Limitations to EV Ownership51:30 - Perception vs. Reality of EV Buyers57:40 - EV Charging Vendors at Electrify Expo?1:05:30 - Future Electrify Expo Markets?1:09:07 - EV Affordability in 20241:15:38 - Viewer Preferences on How to Buy a Vehicle1:19:00 - IONNA Rechargeries Incoming!1:26:40 - Failing EV Charging Hardware (Enel X Way, Freewire Tech)1:30:54 - Close Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.