Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles

Description:In this episode, we sit down with Matt Paneitz, Executive Director of The Long Way Home, a nonprofit based in Guatemala that’s transforming communities through sustainable design and construction. Matt shares the incredible story of how The Long Way Home evolved from a vision to a full-fledged organization building schools, homes, and infrastructure out of recycled materials. We explore the challenges of international development, the power of education, and how sustainable construction can be a tool for both environmental and social change. Matt also reflects on the personal journey that led him from Texas to Guatemala, and why local empowerment is at the core of their mission.Support the Showwww.supportkilowatt.comOther Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteNews Links:The Long Way Home – Official WebsiteMatt's Email - matt @ lwhome dot org

Description:In this episode of Kilowatt, I celebrate our vibrant community by sharing insights from five contributors on electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy. Highlights include Mark discussing EV adoption in Europe, Bruce's cautionary tale about acceleration risks, Steve Sheridan's humorous year-end recap, and Joseph advocating for autonomous driving technology. Gene shares a heartfelt narrative about the personal impact of EVs. I also express gratitude to our Supercast and Patreon supporters and promote an upcoming charity event for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, showcasing our commitment to sustainability and community engagement.Support the Show: www.supportkilowatt.comOther Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteLinks:DC StreamathonJoin or Support the DC2025 Extra Life TeamChildren's Miracle Network HospitalsExtra Life Homepage

Kilowatt Holiday Special 2025: Naughty Lists, EV Poems, and AI TunesIn this festive and satirical holiday special, Bodiei mixes electric vehicle news with creative flair. He kicks things off with a witty "EV Naughty and Nice List," calling out range anxiety myths, opportunistic dealers, and software-locked horsepower, while celebrating Rivian, Lucid, and automakers finally chasing affordability. The show features original AI-assisted music tracks like Math Beats Vibes, Prophets and Margins, and A Mouthful of Promises But Nothing to Chew, all written and crafted by Bodhi using tools like Suno and ChatGPT. He also performs a clever EV parody poem, “Twas the Night Before the Write-Down,” skewering Ford’s shifting EV strategy. To close, Bodhi roasts himself with a tongue-in-cheek AI-generated song about his podcasting quirks and habits. It’s a humorous, heartfelt, and musically inventive end-of-year celebration packed with insight and originality.Support Children's Miracle Network🎧 www.DCStreamaThon.org💖 www.DCStreamaThon.org/donate🎮 www.extra-life.orgSupport the Show🙏 Support KilowattOther Podcasts by the HostBeyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital Website

Kilowatt 666 — Show NotesIn this episode of Kilowatt, Bodie wraps up the year with a wide-ranging look at the latest EV news just ahead of Christmas. He breaks down a notable 34% drop in Tesla registrations in the European Union, while pointing out that overall battery-electric vehicle registrations were still up 44%, signaling a shift in the market rather than a collapse. The show also explores BYD’s new peer-to-peer home charging feature, which lets owners share and monetize their chargers through the BYD app. Bodie then covers the Cybertruck earning an IIHS Top Safety Plus rating, pushing back against early skepticism. He explains why Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz isn’t coming to the U.S. in 2026, and why that doesn’t mean it’s canceled. The episode rounds out with a Ford recall affecting over 270,000 vehicles, a look at Elon Musk’s evolving pay package, and a holiday message inviting listeners to share their EV stories as the show heads into 2026.Support the Showhttps://www.supportkilowatt.com/Other PodcastsBeyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteNews LinksTesla Registrations Dropped 34.2% in November in European Unionhttps://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/23/tesla-registrations-dropped-34-2-in-november-in-european-union/BYD Now Lets Owners Share Home Chargers Through Their Apphttps://electrek.co/2025/12/21/byd-now-lets-owners-share-home-chargers-through-their-app/Tesla Cybertruck Earns Top Safety Rating—After Everyone Said It Couldn'thttps://www.autoblog.com/news/tesla-cybertruck-earns-top-safety-rating-after-everyone-said-it-couldntTesla Cybertruck Is Top Rated Pickup Truck in Safety Crash Testshttps://www.notateslaapp.com/news/3434/tesla-cybertruck-is-top-rated-pickup-truck-in-safety-crash-tests-ratingsVolkswagen Shelves Its Electric Minibus for the U.S., but Not Foreverhttps://electrek.co/2025/12/19/volkswagen-shelves-electric-minibus-for-us-not-forever/Ford Recalls Over 270,000 Vehicles That Could Roll Away After Parkinghttps://www.autoblog.com/news/recall-ford-rollaway-f150-lightning-maverick-mustang-mach-eShow ArtShow art created by DALL·E

Episode SummaryIn this episode of Kilowatt, Brad Taris, founder of The Building Train, joins the show to discuss innovative ways to empower tradespeople and elevate the construction industry. Brad shares his unique career journey from architecture to fieldwork and how those experiences inspired him to launch The Building Train. He delves into the platform’s mission to create career pathways, offer mentorship, and connect skilled workers to long-term success. Brad and Bodie also explore systemic issues in construction, such as workforce shortages and misaligned incentives, and how storytelling and digital tools can be used to drive cultural and economic change. The episode offers deep insights for anyone interested in workforce development, entrepreneurship, or the future of skilled trades.Support the Show👉 Support KilowattOther Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteGuest Links – Brad Taris:🌐 The Building Train Website💼 Brad Taris on LinkedIn🏗️ The Building Train on LinkedIn

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Description:In this episode of Kilowatt, Tesla makes major moves in Austin as their Robotaxi fleet begins driving solo without safety drivers. But is the tech really ready? Ford officially axes the all-electric F-150 Lightning, pivoting instead to an extended-range hybrid version—and takes a $19.5 billion hit in the process. We also look at Ford’s controversial EV battery repair costs and a new extended battery and drive unit warranty from Tesla. Plus, Scout Motors takes a significant step toward selling its EVs directly in Colorado. Get the latest insights and analysis from the EV world in this week's roundup.Listen to True North EVsTrue North EVsSupport the Showwww.supportkilowatt.comOther Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteNews Links:Tesla Is Finally Letting Robotaxis Drive Solo In Austin. Now Comes The Hard PartTesla CEO Elon Musk claims driverless Robotaxis coming to Austin in 3 weeksFord reveals new F-150 Lightning EREV plans, kills off EV versionFord cancels all-electric F-150 Lightning, announces $19.5 billion in chargesFord Accused of Paying $600 for $22,600 EV Battery RepairsTesla Introduces New Extended Battery and Drive Unit WarrantyScout Motors Just Got A Big Step Closer To Actually Selling EVs

Description:Rivian recently unveiled their autonomous vehicle technology, and in this episode, we dive deep into what was presented. We explore the various levels of autonomy, Rivian's approach to AI-driven features like hands-free highway driving, and how the company's autonomy stack is being developed entirely in-house. You'll hear insights into the hardware powering Rivian's self-driving capabilities, including their custom compute platform. Plus, there's a candid discussion about the business implications, safety priorities, and how Rivian plans to roll out these features in phases. Whether you're a Rivian fan or curious about the future of autonomous vehicles, this episode breaks down everything you need to know.Support the Showwww.supportkilowatt.comOther Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteNews Links:Rivian Autonomy

Episode SummaryIn this episode of Kilowatt, Elon Musk stirs excitement with claims that Tesla would remove the Robotaxi safety monitors within three weeks. Tesla Shanghai hits a major milestone by producing its 4 millionth vehicle. We also break down Tesla’s 2025 Holiday Update, featuring Grok voice commands, a new Santa Mode, and an FSD dashcam overlay, but still no CarPlay. A new "Eyes-Off" feature allows texting while driving under FSD supervision, but you shouldn't use it. VW's Scout brand is shifting focus to range-extended EVs due to consumer preferences. Lastly, Waymo is expanding its autonomous vehicle service to four new cities.Support the ShowSupport KilowattOther PodcastsBeyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteNews LinksTesla CEO Elon Musk Claims Driverless Robotaxis Coming to Austin in 3 WeeksTesla Announces Major Milestone at Gigafactory ShanghaiTesla Announces 2025 Holiday Update: Grok Commands, New Santa Mode, Dashcam FSD Overlay, But Lacks CarPlayTesla Introduces Early Eyes-Off Feature; Allows to Text and DriveVW’s Scout is Making a Hard Pivot Towards Range-Extended EVs Amid Consumer DemandWaymo Speeds Into More Cities!