Rivian’s Make-or-Break Year: Can the R2 Save the Company?
Is 2026 the year that defines Rivian? With the launch and production ramp of the all-new Rivian R2, Rivian is projecting a major delivery surge — but this isn’t just about selling more vehicles. It’s ...
25 Feb 10min
96% of EV Owners Would Buy Again — Record-High Satisfaction Explained
EV adoption headlines may sound mixed in 2026 — slowing growth rates, charging concerns, price wars — but the people who actually drive electric vehicles are sending a very different message. Accordin...
24 Feb 8min
Battery Blues: Inside Volvo’s 40,000-Vehicle EV Recall
Volvo has announced a global recall affecting more than 40,000 EX30 electric SUVs due to a potential battery overheating issue that could pose a fire risk. In this episode, we break down exactly what’...
24 Feb 9min
Ford’s $30K EV Truck Is Real? Tesla Dodges Disaster + 96% EV Loyalty
In this February 20, 2026 episode of The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian break down Ford’s new Universal EV platform — including its upcoming compact electric pickup, structural LFP battery pack bui...
20 Feb 30min
Did Automakers Miscalculate EV Demand in 2025?
EV growth slowed in the U.S. in 2025 while hybrid sales surged. Did automakers overestimate demand? We analyze the data, the tax credit impact, infrastructure gaps, profitability pressures, and why hy...
20 Feb 11min
Why Hybrid Sales Surged in 2025 (And Why EV Growth Slowed in the U.S.)
In 2025, global EV sales continued growing — topping 20 million units worldwide. But in the United States, the story was more complicated. Hybrid vehicles gained market share, EV growth slowed after f...
19 Feb 11min
Are Hybrids Beating EVs? The Truth About the Market Shift
Hybrid sales are rising. EV growth has cooled in key markets. Automakers are adjusting strategy. So… are hybrids actually winning right now? In this episode, we break down the real market data behind ...
18 Feb 8min
Highlander Goes Electric?! Rivian R2 Launch News & Tesla Semi Real Specs
This week in electric vehicle news, we’ve got major announcements and fresh updates from Toyota, Rivian, and Tesla — plus a few surprise headlines you don’t want to miss. ⚡ Toyota Highlander EV Announ...
13 Feb 37min
