EV Geek Podcast

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’s happening, why owners are being told to limit charging to 70%, and what this means for EV safety moving forward.

Is this a rare manufacturing defect — or a warning sign for the broader electric vehicle industry?

We dive into:

• What caused the Volvo EX30 recall
• How lithium-ion battery thermal runaway works
• Why EV fires get more attention than gas vehicle fires
• What affected owners should do right now
• How this impacts Volvo’s safety reputation
• The bigger picture for EV adoption in 2026

If you drive electric — or are thinking about buying an EV — this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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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 built in the U.S., 400V architecture, 48V electrical system, reduced part count, and software-defined vehicle strategy.

We also cover:

Tesla avoiding a California DMV suspension after dropping the “Autopilot” name and rebranding FSD as “FSD Supervised”

JD Power’s 2026 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Study showing 96% EV loyalty

Volvo rolling out its new Volvo Car UX over-the-air update to older EVs

Polestar’s plan to launch four new EVs by 2028, including updates to the Polestar 4, Polestar 5, next-gen Polestar 2, and the upcoming Polestar 7

Is Ford’s $30,000 EV too good to be true? Is Tesla’s timing suspicious? And are we officially past the EV tipping point?

Plug in and let’s get into it.

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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 hybrids became a strategic hedge. Was this a miscalculation — or just a recalibration?

A deep dive into what 2025 really revealed about the EV transition.

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 federal tax credits expired, and automakers began adjusting their electrification strategies.

In this episode, we break down the full 2025 data and explain:

• U.S. EV market share trends
• Hybrid growth rates and why they held steady
• The impact of tax credit expiration in late 2025
• Interest rates and affordability pressures
• Charging infrastructure perception vs reality
• Insurance and repair cost concerns
• Why automakers are recalibrating their EV timelines

Is this a temporary pause in EV momentum — or a longer-term shift toward hybrid dominance in America?

If you’re trying to understand where the market is really heading in 2026 and beyond, this episode breaks it down clearly and objectively.

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 the headlines and explain why hybrids are gaining momentum while EV growth looks different than it did a few years ago.

We cover:

The latest global and U.S. EV sales trends

Why hybrid vehicles are surging in market share

Why mainstream buyers are hesitating on EVs

The real cost comparison between hybrids and EVs

What automakers are doing behind the scenes

Whether this is a temporary pause — or a long-term shift

This isn’t about ideology. It’s about economics, infrastructure, and consumer behavior.

If you’re deciding between a hybrid and an EV in 2026, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening in the market — and why.