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InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast

InsideEVs - Electric Vehicle News
Electric Vehicles
Tesla
Ford
Rivian
General Motors
China
Toyota
Elon Musk
Tariffs
BYD
BMW
EV Tax Credits
Rivian R2
Porsche Taycan
Tesla Model Y
Charging Infrastructure
EV Charging Infrastructure
E-Bikes
Automotive Industry
Donald Trump

Every Friday, InsideEVs journalists Tim Levin, Mack Hogan, and a rotating cast of experts and friends cover the latest news in electric vehicles, autonomous cars, and the high-tech transformation of the auto industry. From InsideEVs and the Motorsport Network.

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Is the federal government about to change the cost of EV ownership? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim Levin and Mack Hogan break down the proposed $130 annual federal registration fee for electric vehicles and what it means for the future of h... more

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Is the Golden Age of EV charging finally here? This week on the Plugged-In Podcast, Tim sits down with Seth Cutler, CEO of Ionna, the massive charging joint venture backed by seven of the world’s biggest automakers. We dig into how Ionna plans to dep... more

Are Chinese cars really leaving the rest of the world in the dust? InsideEVs Staff Writer Kevin Williams joins the program to discuss the best Chinese EVs from Xiaomi, BYD, Geely, Nio, and more. He just got back from the 2026 Beijing Auto Show and te... more

Used electric cars are booming right now. Mack and Tim bring on Scott Case, cofounder and CEO of Recurrent, to discuss. Recurrent tracks battery health in used EVs, and Scott is one of the foremost experts on range retention and the secondhand EV mar... more

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Seth Cutler
CEO of Ionna
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Episode: How Ionna Wants To Take On Tesla + Google Gemini’s Car Takeover
Kevin Williams
Staff writer at InsideEVs who covered the Beijing Auto Show
InsideEVs
Episode: The Best Chinese Cars We Saw And Drove In Beijing
Scott Case
CEO and co-founder of Recurrent
Recurrent
Episode: What To Know About Used EV Batteries w/ Recurrent CEO Scott Case
Jiten Behl
Partner at Eclipse; former chief growth officer at Rivian
Eclipse
Episode: Subaru Trailseeker, Donut Battery Tests, & The Future Of Cars w/ Eclipse’s Jiten Behl
Andrea Saucedo
Home Energy Solutions Lead at Honda
Honda
Episode: Why Lamborghini Canceling Its EV Might Be A Good Idea
Alan Clarke
Executive Director of Advanced EV Development at Ford
Ford
Episode: Ford’s $30K EV Truck: We Talk To The Guy Running The Project
Scott Keough
CEO of Scout Motors
Scout Motors
Episode: Tesla Kills Model S & X, EV Charging’s Biggest Year Yet, & Scout EREV Update
Chris Barman
CEO of Slate Auto
Slate Auto
Episode: Tesla Kills Model S & X, EV Charging’s Biggest Year Yet, & Scout EREV Update
Stephanie Valdez-Streeti
Director of Industry Insights
Cox Automotive
Episode: BMW M3 EV Revealed & Robocars At CES + Will EV Sales Crash In 2026?

Hosts

Tim Levin
Host of Plugged-In Podcast, InsideEVs
Mack Hogan
Co-host, InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 319 ratings
  • Great show, one request

    Really like this one. Timely reviews of the latest and greatest news in EV world, delivered in language that’s accessible and even-handed. One request—when you’re reviewing EV sales figures for any period, it would be better if you also briefly walked through overall car sales figures (and even better if you broke that down by comparable classes of vehicles). Helps to better determine if Americans were/weren’t buying new EVs during a certain period or if they just were/weren’t buying new cars g... more

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    5
    EnergizedInMaine
    United Statesa month ago
  • C’mon guys

    I know you know that the rest of the world has moved on without us with regard to EV tech. And your focus on the debacle that is the US market is unavoidable. But your timidity in the face of these twin truths makes your podcast pretty weak sauce. Most recently you gave an extended defense of your coverage of Tesla, and it did sound quite defensive. If ever a company was objectively doomed, it is this one. They cannot compete with the Chinese makers and their stock valuation is based on a cult o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nick No Names
    United States5 months ago
  • Good podcast but need to focus more on products rather than your political feelings

    I enjoy listening to your podcast—always engaging and informative. However, I felt that the comments about Elon Musk weren’t necessary and gave the impression of bias, rather than focusing on facts and balanced opinions - just wanted to share this feedback for consideration.

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    HTTR_
    United States5 months ago
  • Objective EV Reporting

    Love this podcast. I’ve been listening for years. I really appreciate the mix of news and direct first person research. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CPWayne
    United States10 months ago
  • No Political agendas

    Guys! Guys! Guys! Stop with the political put downs. There are 2 parties in this country one is not all good and one is not all bad. Just stick to Cars. That being said I think that if the tax credit goes away that Tesla will be the first company to lower the prices voluntarily 3500-7500. Elon himself said Tesla doesn’t need the tax credit to sell cars.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Reebok4523
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners request better audio levels and less political commentary.
Shows strong EV coverage with timely news and balanced reviews.
Long-running debates can polarize; constructive critique helps.
Guest variety and on-site reporting are appreciated but production balance is key.
Consistent praise for practical, real-world EV insights.

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How Ionna Wants To Take On Tesla + Google Gemini’s Car Takeover
Q: What is the current status and scale of Ionna's network across the United States?
Ionna has a national footprint with roughly 110 live sites in about 36 states, plus more in construction and a pipeline of 400+ sites in the works, aiming to reach a thousand bays within the first year.
The Best Chinese Cars We Saw And Drove In Beijing
Q: Which non-Chinese brands are making the strongest push in China, and what does that mean for Western markets?
Brands like Hyundai, VW, and Ford are increasingly localizing products and features for China, signaling a shift toward joint-venture style collaboration and design focused on Chinese consumers, which could foreshadow broader cross-market strategies and pricing implications for Western markets.
The Best Chinese Cars We Saw And Drove In Beijing
Q: What stood out about the Beijing Auto Show this year compared to past years?
Kevin notes the show's massive scale, with thousands of debuts and a stronger global presence, along with Western brands becoming more competitive on paper, and a continued emphasis on China-specific designs and collaborations.
What To Know About Used EV Batteries w/ Recurrent CEO Scott Case
Q: What should people know about battery degradation in used EVs?
Data from Recurrent suggests range retention remains strong for most models after three years, with many vehicles still meeting or exceeding their EPA-rated range under real-world conditions; degradation happens, but its practical impact on daily use is often less severe than feared.
What's Next For The Tesla Cybertruck? + Your Other EV Questions
Q: How would a removal of tariffs and the software ban affect US EV players like Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid?
Removing both barriers would likely elevate competition from Chinese startups to the mainstream, pushing US-based firms to compete more aggressively on software, cost, and performance; premium positioning and faster innovation would be crucial to defend market share.

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This show consistently covers the latest EV and high-tech auto industry news through a two-host frame with input from a rotating set of experts. Episodes blend market analysis, policy implications, and real-world ownership considerations with a bias toward practical impacts like incentives, charging infrastructure, and manufacturing strategies. Frequent guests come from automotive OEMs, suppliers, and mobility tech, providing on-the-ground perspectives on hardware, software, and business models. A notable edge is the mix of hands-on reporting from auto shows and deep dives into startup financing, platform strategy, and regulatory shifts, which helps listeners gauge both near-term developments and longer-term trajectories in electrification ... more

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6. Alan Clarke
7. Scott Keough
8. Chris Barman

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