EV Geek Podcast

In this episode of EV Geek Studios, we explore the rise of software-defined cars — the latest shift in the automotive world that’s changing how vehicles are built, updated, and even owned.

We break down:

What makes a car “software-defined”

Why EVs are perfectly suited to this shift

Real-world examples from Tesla, Ford, GM, Volkswagen, Rivian, and Lucid

How your EV can improve after purchase

The risks: subscriptions, data privacy, and repair challenges

If you’re curious about the future of EVs, tech in cars, and who really controls your vehicle, this episode is for you.

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Canada has struck a major trade deal with China—cutting tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for renewed access to China’s agricultural market.

In this episode, we break down what the Canada–China EV tariff agreement actually does, why Ottawa made the move, and why U.S. officials are openly criticizing it.

We explore:
• How the deal affects EV prices and adoption in Canada
• What it means for Canadian farmers and exporters
• Why the U.S. sees this as a threat to its EV strategy
• Whether Canada could become a back door for Chinese EVs into North America
• How this may reshape EV supply chains, manufacturing, and trade policy

This isn’t just about cars—it’s about geopolitics, jobs, climate policy, and the future of the North American auto industry.

If you care about EVs, global trade, or where the auto industry is headed next, this episode is for you.

Tesla may have just found a clever way to extend the life of its older Full Self-Driving hardware — and it doesn’t involve swapping chips.

A newly published Tesla patent suggests the company can run higher-precision AI models on existing hardware like HW3 and HW4, using software optimizations instead of new silicon. In this episode, we break down what the patent actually says, how it works, and what it means for millions of Tesla owners worried their cars may be left behind.

We also discuss:
• Why HW3 is falling behind
• How Tesla uses software to push hardware limits
• What “FSD Lite” could mean for older vehicles
• Whether HW3 can realistically support future FSD updates
• Why this patent may be more about buying time than saving HW3 forever

Hello everyone and welcome to this episode of the Friday Charge brought to you by EV Geek Studios! Today, January 16th, 2026, we're diving into various electric cars news, including updates on EV Go and Kroger, and Tesla's decision to stop selling FSD. We'll also cover the best-selling EVs of 2025, discuss Tesla supercharging, and explore relevant china news in the automotive sector. This is your essential electric vehicle update!

Kia has just pulled the covers off the brand-new EV2 at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show, and it might be the most important electric car of the year. With a projected starting price of around €30,000, is this the affordable, stylish, and practical EV that finally makes electric mobility accessible for everyone?

Join us for a detailed first look at the Kia EV2 as we explore every angle of this exciting new B-segment SUV. From its bold "Opposites United" design to its surprisingly premium and tech-filled interior, we're covering it all.