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InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast

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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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Can class 8 semi-trucks and heavy-duty transit buses actually go 100% electric on a global scale? On this week’s episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, Tim and Mack sit down with Ray Minjares, Director of the Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program at the Internatio... more

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How does a car transform into a Ghostbusters Ecto-1 overnight? On this week’s episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, Tim and Mack sit down with Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, Wassym Bensaid, for an in-depth conversation about Rivian’s vertically integr... more

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One full year after federal EV tax credits vanished, the electric vehicle landscape looks completely different. On this week’s episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, Tim and guest host Suvrat step back to look at the big-picture trends shaping the market... more

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Recent Guests

Wassym Bensaid
Chief Software Officer at Rivian
Rivian
Episode: Inside Rivian’s Software Strategy with Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid
Suvrat Katari
Staff writer at InsideEVs covering electric vehicles
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Episode: 1 Year After EV Tax Credits: Dead EVs, Tesla’s Dominance, Hybrid Surge & Sales Rebound
Tiya Gordon
Co-founder and COO of It's Electric
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Episode: Tesla Roadster Is Actually Coming? + NYC’s Massive Curbside Charging Plan
Forrest North
CTO and co-founder of Telo Trucks
Telo Trucks
Episode: Telo’s Tiny Truck Has 350 Miles Of Range. But Can The Company Go The Distance?
Jason Marks
CEO and co-founder of Telo Trucks
Telo Trucks
Episode: Telo’s Tiny Truck Has 350 Miles Of Range. But Can The Company Go The Distance?
Suvrat Kothari
Filling in guest host
InsideEVs
Episode: Can Ford's Sub-$30k Fathom EV Truck Beat Slate? + Lucid Cosmos Delayed
Suvarath Katari
Inside EVs staff writer
Inside EVs
Episode: We Rode In The $24,950 Slate EV Truck... Will It Actually Succeed?
Jason Fenske
Creator of Engineering Explained
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Andrew Chapin
COO of Nuro
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Episode: Do EV enthusiasts care about the Ferrari Luce? Plus, Is Nuro Prepared To Win The Autonomy Race?

Hosts

Tim Levin
Host of The Plugged-In Podcast; InsideEVs journalist with extensive EV coverage.
Mack Hogan
Co-host and editor-in-chief on InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast; InsideEVs journalist.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 346 ratings
  • Solid podcast - finding their rhythm

    Been enjoying InsideEV’s for a while now and really enjoy the details they share about the promise and challenges of the EV industry. It’s great hearing about the newest technologies, trends in the industry, what challenges they are hearing about.

    I’ve enjoyed the hosts and their different insights and opinions. I think Tim and Mac are finding their rhythm in how they bounce off of one another, which is still developing with Mac taking on a greater role this year. I hope they smooth that out a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Red,Lotus,
    United States21 days ago
  • Lots of blindsights, but a good summary of week in review.

    It’s mostly a summary of EV news shared and discussed on reddit. It’s so razor focused on EV market but missed the entire car market? Opinions sounds rather immature but necessary to capture younger listeners. Difficult problem.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MistSoalar
    United States23 days ago
  • Great insights every week

    Glad you put this out each week. Very informative and entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skiandswim
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Podcast and Great Hosts

    I listen to a number of different EV podcasts and this one is amongst the best. Mac is particularly knowledgeable and expresses himself extremely well and is fair and unbiased when making his points. I truly enjoy listening to these two guys. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grohmannator
    United Statesa month ago
  • informative

    Really enjoy listening to it every week the guys really do a good job and know there stuff. I learn something every time I listen to one of their podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBRoller
    United Statesa month ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audiences value timely EV news with accessible, balanced language.
Listeners appreciate hands-on model impressions and practical takeaways.
Some critiques call out audio quality issues and occasional political framing.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Inside Rivian’s Software Strategy with Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid
Q: How close are we to that world where the car is diagnosing itself ordering all the parts ahead of time, and interfacing with the app to order my coffee and do all those things?
Bensaid says the integrations are already in development and several are expected to launch in 2027, once they reach the reliability and quality needed for public release.
Inside Rivian’s Software Strategy with Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid
Q: What makes this full car takeover possible that you can't do in your typical car?
Bensaid attributes it to Rivian's vertically integrated technology stack, which lets the company coordinate vehicle lighting, sounds, animations, infotainment and the assistant through software.
Tesla Roadster Is Actually Coming? + NYC’s Massive Curbside Charging Plan
Q: What do you think Ford's strategy should be for selling the Fathom electric pickup given dealer network dynamics?
The hosts suggest potential shifts toward direct-to-consumer or dealer-agnostic sales models, noting that franchise laws complicate wholesale changes, but emphasize that strong product-market fit and a clear pricing strategy could still drive dealer cooperation.
Can The Electric Jeep Recon Beat The Wrangler? + Ford’s Fight With The Trump Administration
Q: What are the biggest challenges facing the Jeep Recon as an off-road EV?
The hosts point to a combination of limited range (around 222 miles EPA), weight from 33-inch tires, aerodynamics, and calibration issues at low speeds, which dampen the vehicle's appeal for hardcore off-roaders and practical daily use alike.
Telo’s Tiny Truck Has 350 Miles Of Range. But Can The Company Go The Distance?
Q: How does the MT1 manage charging and battery performance given urban charging realities and the need for long-range capability?
The truck uses a high-energy battery pack designed to fit within a small footprint, with an 800-volt system and 400-volt compatibility to maximize charging speed and everyday usability, along with thermal management to sustain battery health and range.

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5. Jason Marks
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7. Suvarath Katari
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