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Tesla Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 is a beast, Aptera in danger, and more
1 hour 6 minutes Posted Jan 23, 2026 at 8:52 pm.
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In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla's latest Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 being a beast, Aptera in danger, and more.
The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.
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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:
Tesla didn’t remove the Robotaxi ‘safety monitor’ – it just moved them to a trailing car
Tesla cuts standard Autopilot, paywalls basic safety feature behind FSD subscription
Volvo reveals EX60 SUV, its fastest charging EV yet – and an offroad surprise
Final form: Porsche’s EVs will now Plug and (plug and) Charge at Tesla Superchargers
Hyundai shows off the ultimate EV camper with solar power, a kitchen, and few other goodies
EV battery leader CATL set to launch first sodium-ion batteries in passenger vehicles
The Volkswagen ID.4 gets a sharp redesign and a new name you’ll recognize
Solar car maker Aptera (SEV) prices $9 million public offering at $2 per share; stock plunges
Introducing Electrek Forums: A new hub for the EV and green energy community
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at
https://www.youtube.com/live/61HaA9hkMGA