Out of Spec Podcast

Episode 399: Join Francie as she goes over her top tips to help have the best EV road trip! Definitely let us know in the comments what your #1 EV road trip would be. [ CHAPTERS ] 0:00 Introduction About EV Road Trips02:47 Know Your EV04:53 Download & Use The Apps!07:23 Have Your EV Charging Supplies - Chargers, Adapters, Etc. 08:41 Follow EV Charging Etiquette10:23 Have An EV Charging Strategy11:30 Know Your EV Chargers12:30 You Will Spend More Time At Chargers13:09 Get Out Of Your Dang Car13:33 Booking EV Friendly Lodging14:53 Things Francie Thinks You Should Have Around17:07 Your Attitude Is Everything17:33 Wrapping It UpLinks used to support today's show: - https://www.transportation.gov/rural/ev/toolkit/ev-basics/charging-speeds- https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/plugging-in-an-ev/- https://www.plugshare.com/- https://abetterrouteplanner.com/Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#electricvehicle #roadtrips #evcharging

Episode 398: Sit down with Francie on today's episode as she goes over the list of functionalities that the Volvo EX90 may or may not have at the time of launch. When is a product too incomplete to deliver to customers? Good questions, let's plug in to discuss. Volvo's list of functionalities and features: https://volvo.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10543Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#volvoex90 #electricvehicle #volvo

Episode 397: Join Francie, Jose from  @riviantrackr  and Jordan from Out of Spec to dive into the details of what this means! Software is HUGE when it comes to EVs so what does this mean if Rivian and Volkswagen are forming a joint venture to address it together? Plug in for all the details, implications, and opinions. Press release: https://rivian.com/newsroom/article/rivian-and-volkswagen-group-announce-plans-for-joint-ventureJose's website: https://riviantrackr.com/Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#rivian #vw #electricvehicle

Episode 396: Join Francie as she dives into news about Tesla manufacturing EVs in the US - some that are and some that are not eligible for the federal EV tax credit. She breaks down the battery differences, the tax credit requirements, eligible Tesla models, and more. Tesla inventory: https://www.tesla.com/inventory/new/my?arrangeby=plh&zip=80525&range=200Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#tesla #evbattery #electricvehicle

Episode 394: Are you curious about the place of EVs in the traditionally combustion engine racing, autocross, and other performance competitions? Then tune in for this episode of the Out of Spec Podcast with Jon Bickford to learn about his experience using a Tesla Model 3 in racing events. Francie, Jerome from  @OutofSpecRenew , and Jon chat about all his modifications, the advantages of racing electric over combustion, the response from others in the space to EVs, and even bans happening in racing events. Jon's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outlawev369/Jon's FaceBook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1645245318953841/?multi_permalinks=3271073303037693&notif_id=1719004748412580&notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic&ref=notifShoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#teslamodel3 #model3performance #evcharging

Episode 393: Francie gives you a quick update on Tesla's Model 3 (Refresh) pricing with the new EV tax credit options. She compares the different options and values for the Long Range, RWD, and Performance options so you have all the info to compare when shopping for any EV on the market. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#tesla #model3 #model3performance

Episode 392: In today's interview, Francie & Rich Mohr from  @ChargePointnet  explore the recent announcement of ChargePoint and LG Electronics joining forces. They discuss ChargePoint's decision to expand its software platform to work with third-party chargers, specifically LG's hardware, and analyze the potential impact of this collaboration on the future of EV charging infrastructure and its potential benefits for electric vehicle drivers.Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#chargepoint #evchargers #lg

Episode 391: Francie presents the numbers from Magna, the manufacturer of the Fisker Ocean, and it does not look great. The former Fisker Ocean owner, Brian, talks with Francie about his regrets with the Fisker Ocean. Join them in a conversation about the experience of owning the car, and moving on!Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below:- Fort Collins Kia: Visit focokia.com for full details. Disclaimer: *Delivery covers up to $1,000.Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#fisker #ocean #bankruptcy #electricvehicle