Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles

Jimmy’s Bait Shop and Discount EV Battery Cells

September 9, 2026·22 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Toyota is recalling roughly 10,000 2026 C-HR EVs because a regenerative-braking software issue could lead to a loss of power while driving. Audi is bringing back the A2 name for a compact new EV, with three battery sizes, bidirectional charging, and up to 401 miles of WLTP range, although a U.S. launch doesn't appear to be in the cards. The UK new-car market had an unusually strong August, with battery-electric registrations climbing 27.7% year over year and the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y taking the top two spots among EVs. On the Tesla side, FSD V14 Lite appears to be getting closer for Hardware 3 Model S and Model X owners. Code discovered in Tesla's mobile app also suggests the company is preparing to offer Robotaxi rides as a transportation option for customers having their vehicles serviced. Finally, more code points to Tesla service centers potentially using some non-OEM replacement parts, along with notices telling customers when those parts have been installed. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Publications: Electrek InsideEVs SMMT Not a Tesla App pv magazine News Links: Toyota is recalling about 10,000 C-HR EVs Audi reveals its new entry-level EV with over 400 miles of range starts at about $45,000 The A2 E-Tron Is Audi's Cheapest EV Yet. But It Doesn't Skimp On Range EVs lift August new car market but September is key test Tesla FSD V14 Lite Coming Soon to Model S and Model X Tesla to Offer Robotaxis During Service Instead of Loaners Tesla Service Centers May Start Using Some Non-OEM Parts Sweden could face 150,000 metric tons of end-of-life panels annually *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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