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The EPA said 301 miles... real-world testing said 337! 🚗⚡ 

In this episode, we break down why the 2027 Audi Q6 e-tron is destroying official range and efficiency estimates—and how it managed to beat its expensive platform-twin, the Porsche Macan EV. 

We look under the sheet metal to analyze Audi's brand-new PPE 800V platform, hair-pin stator motors, silicon carbide inverters, and thermal management to reveal how luxury EVs are finally getting light and efficient.

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• 12% Range Bonus: Tested at 337 real-world miles vs 301 EPA miles.
• 16% Efficiency Gain: Observed 29.3 kWh/100 miles (beating 35 kWh estimate).
• Next-Gen Tech: 800V architecture, 270 kW DC fast charging (10-80% in ~21 mins).
• Pricing Advantage: Beats the Porsche Macan 4S range while costing $20,000+ less.

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Ford has officially revealed the name of its upcoming affordable electric pickup—and it's called the Ford Fathom. More importantly, Ford has also given us our first look at pricing, and it could shake up the entire EV truck market.

With a starting price of just $28,350 (before destination), the Ford Fathom is positioned to compete directly with the Slate Truck while offering a four-door cabin and an impressive list of standard technology.

 

Could the Ford Fathom become the affordable electric truck buyers have been waiting for? Or will competitors like Slate, Tesla, Rivian, and Chevrolet still have the advantage?

Watch now and let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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Volvo’s next electric SUV is coming to dethrone the Tesla Model Y—and it’s starting under $50,000! Built on Volvo's brand-new software-defined SPA3 platform, the upcoming EX50 delivers 800V ultra-fast charging, over 300 miles of range, and a roomier interior for thousands less than the outgoing EX40.

We dive deep into the numbers, production timelines out of Košice, Slovakia, and how Volvo plans to win over American EV buyers despite current trade tariffs.

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Audi just dropped preliminary specs for its cheapest EV yet—the all-new A2 e-tron—and it’s officially the most efficient Audi in the history of the brand! 

In this episode, we break down how Audi managed to extract an incredible 12.8 kWh per 100 km (4.85 miles per kWh) and up to 403 miles of WLTP range out of a compact footprint. 

Key topics covered in this breakdown:
• The A2 Heritage: Reviving a legend for the electric era
• Aerodynamic Tricks: Active grille shutters, air curtains, and a 0.24 drag coefficient
• Battery Architecture: Cell-to-Pack LFP tech & an impressive 89.6% wallbox charging efficiency
• Grid Tech: Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) bidirectional capabilities
• Market Outlook: Sub-€40k European pricing... and why this model won't be coming to the US market

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This week on The Friday Charge, Joel and Sebastian break down the biggest EV stories making headlines!

⚡ This week's topics include:

Mercedes officially unveils the all-new GLA EV with 800V architecture, up to 320kW charging, and an impressive claimed range.

Volvo drops LiDAR from the EX90 and ES90—what does this mean for the future of driver assistance and autonomous driving?

The Rivian R2 is finally in the hands of reviewers! We discuss the first real-world highway range tests, charging performance, and whether its charging speed makes up for the lower-than-expected range.

Plus, our thoughts on Hyundai's Pleos software platform and what it could mean for the future of connected vehicles.

Whether you're shopping for an EV, following the latest industry news, or just love electric vehicles, we've got you covered.

What do you think?
👇 Let us know in the comments:

Is the Mercedes GLA EV a vehicle you'd consider?

Does Volvo's decision to remove LiDAR make sense?

Is the Rivian R2's real-world range good enough, or is charging speed more important?

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