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Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles

918Digital
Tesla
Electric Vehicles
Rivian
Robotaxi
Full Self-Driving
Lucid Motors
General Motors
Battery Technology
Autonomous Driving
Elon Musk
Waymo
BYD
NIO
Volkswagen
Cybertruck
Ford
CES
Tesla Model Y
Optimus
Autonomy

Kilowatt is a podcast about electric vehicles (EVs) that covers various topics related to EVs, including the latest news and developments, the benefits and challenges of EVs, and the future of transportation. The podcast features interviews with experts in the field and provides in-depth analysis and information about EVs. It aims to educate and inform listeners about the latest trends and innovat... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes733Founded10 years ago
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In this episode, we cover Lucid Group’s second quarter 2026 earnings call and the company’s new direction under CEO Silvio Napoli. Napoli lays out three priorities for Lucid—cash and cost, customer and quality, and culture and team—as the company wor... more

This week on Kilowatt, we start with Rivian’s R1S and R1T turn-signal recall before looking at the 2027 R1S and its new captain’s chairs. We also cover BYD’s updated Denza N8, growing EV registrations in Ireland, and a U.S. market where new EV sales ... more

Rivian’s second-quarter 2026 earnings call puts the R2 front and center as production ramps in Normal and the company prepares to add a second shift. Bodie shares his own R2 demo-drive impressions, including the interior, ride quality, software, and ... more

This week, Bodie covers Volvo’s upcoming EX50, Oregon’s revamped EV rebate program, and Ford’s newly named Fathom electric pickup. On the Tesla side, he discusses whether owners should be able to transfer purchased FSD after a vehicle is totaled, the... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Appel
Host of Car Stuff Podcast; Publisher of Consumer Guide
Consumer Guide, consumerguide.com; Car Stuff Podcast
Episode: A Chat about EVs with Tom Appel
Thomas Fell
Podcast guest scheduled for a future Friday show
Episode: Ten Years of Kilowatt!!!!
Sam Fiorani
Vice President of Global Vehicle Forecasting for Auto Forecast Solutions; automotive industry expert and historian
Auto Forecast Solutions
Episode: The Future and Past of EVs with Sam Fiorani
Sean Howarth
Distributor/owner involved with MeloYelo NZ
MeloYelo New Zealand
Episode: A Chat with Shaun Howarth about E-Bikes
Pierre Fregu
New Street Research analyst discussing self-driving and FSD
New Street Research
Episode: The Flintstone's Guide to FSD, Robotaxis and Cybercab
Dr. Steven A. Wright
Author of Securing Your Data Supply Chain; cybersecurity expert spanning data governance, legal and engineering domains
Independent security expert / Author
Episode: A Chat About CyberSecurity with Dr. Steven A Wright
Sherry House
CFO of Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company
Episode: Ford's Q1 2026 Earnings Call
Andrew Crick
President of Ford Blue and Model E
Ford Motor Company
Episode: Ford's Q1 2026 Earnings Call
Alicia Bowler-Davis
President of Ford Pro
Ford Motor Company
Episode: Ford's Q1 2026 Earnings Call

Hosts

Bodie Grimm
Host of Kilowatt; Kilowatt Podcast host with involvement across 918Digital and related networks
Bodhi
Host of Kilowatt; provides topic framing and interview guidance across episodes

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Dislike of Tesla

    If you dislike Tesla. You will like this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    traveling_man
    United States2 months ago
  • Thoughtful honest news!

    So nice to be kept informed by a knowledgeable and respectful host. Such a complex topic. Perfectly explained. Thank you Boddie! Keep up this important mission.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lucop
    Canada3 months ago
  • Keeps me informed on all EV News … with a sense of humor

    Tesla dominates the EV market so it’s easy to overlook the plethora of options we have available to us. Bodie keeps us informed about all of them across the globe. He delivers the news with the most hilarious self-deprecation so it never gets dry or boring. His interview shows are fantastic, where he talks to people in alternative energy or policy making or even hosts of other EV shows. He can even make earnings calls interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nosillacast
    United States3 months ago
  • Meh

    The first episode that I heard from this guy was the TSLA Q3 call, probably going to be the last.

    The amount of non sensical questions and points of views that he comes up with…

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dev247
    India10 months ago
  • I really like the fact that this host goes out of his way to just talk about the technology and leave politics out of it. As a member of the political party that EV enthusiasts usually dislike, I very much appreciate as a fan of this technology not feeling attacked every time I try to listen to a show about it. Keep up the good work.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    remominky
    2 years ago

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Show is appreciated for keeping readers informed with practical EV news and insightful commentary.
Listeners praise clear, informative EV coverage and the host's balanced, no-nonsense delivery.
Some listeners feel the format is too Tesla-centric or opinionated for their taste.
A few reviews note strong production quality and engaging guests.

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#75
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#71
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#176
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Apple Podcasts
#73
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Apple Podcasts
#135
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#200
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tesla's Q2 2026 Earnings Call
Q: What is the current status of Optimus Gen 3 production ramp and the timeline for external sales in 2027?
Gen 3 and later Optimus iterations are in development with emphasis on scaling hardware and software integration, but exact deployment timelines are tied to chip production and reliability milestones; a broader rollout will occur after rigorous testing.
Tesla's Q2 2026 Earnings Call
Q: What milestones should investors watch from here that would cause you to accelerate fleet scaling or market deployments?
The primary driver is continued improvements in safety validation and the ability to expand to new cities while maintaining high reliability, with a focus on vertically integrated Robotaxi and the march of nines for reliability to meet demand.
Ford's Q1 2026 Earnings Call
Q: Can you provide an update on Ford Energy and potential Europe collaboration with Renault?
Ford Energy is moving toward a substantial capacity target starting in Q4 next year, with a focus on building the basics of the energy value chain (batteries, containers, and management). The Renault partnership is being explored with Europe electrifying around cost-competitive platforms, while Ford remains focused on maximizing scale and cost advantages in Europe's commercial business.
Rivian's Q1 2026 Earnings Call
Q: How will the Uber RoboTaxi partnership milestones unlock capital, and what are the near-term steps?
The plan includes staged milestones, with an initial $250 million tranche unlocked later in the year tied to deploying Rivian vehicles with safety drivers in San Francisco and Miami, and broader deployment in 2028 across more cities to fully unlock the remaining $700 million.
Rivian's Q1 2026 Earnings Call
Q: What is the demand signal for the R2 and how does it compare to expectations?
Analysts noted early enthusiasm and the decision to scale Georgia capacity; Rivian indicated demand signals are positive and that media and customer interest have been strong, with some skepticism about precise order trends during early deliveries.

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Kilowatt covers electric vehicles with a steady beat of news, analysis, and interviews from industry insiders and journalists. Episodes frequently explore EV platforms, charging infrastructure, policy shifts, and market dynamics, often weaving in behind-the-scenes perspectives on automotive media, historical context, and real-world driving experiences. A notable strength is the host's candid, opinionated style combined with a broad guest slate, including automotive analysts, engineers, policymakers, and company representatives, which offers listeners practical context for understanding rapid EV developments. The show tends to balance technical detail with accessible commentary, making it useful for professionals evaluating sponsorship or pa... more

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2. Thomas Fell
3. Sam Fiorani
4. Sean Howarth
5. Pierre Fregu
6. Dr. Steven A. Wright
7. Sherry House
8. Andrew Crick

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