The team from Out of Spec Studios talk cars, trucks, and motorcycles
From Out of Spec Podcast. I took the first-ever press review Lightship RV out on the track and highway with Maryann’s Cybertruck and a dual-motor Rivian R1S (Max Pack) to see what this electric towable actually feels like. It features a 77 kWh battery pack, a rear e-axle (a permanent-magnet motor with an integrated inverter…
From Out of Spec Podcast. This is the 2027 Mercedes EQS, and while it might look pretty similar on the outside, underneath it’s basically a next-generation S-Class EV. Mercedes has completely reworked the platform, moving to an 800V architecture, adding new motors and even a two-speed rear transmission, plus boosting usable battery capacity to around…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Scot and Ben talk about the new Lightship RV configurations that are now available… you can find the configurator here at this link: https://lightshiprv.com/buy-it-now Welcome to Out of Spec BITS! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Tesla just launched a "Signature" run of the Model S and Model X – invite‑only, all Plaid, all garnet red with gold trim – and I walk through everything they’re including and what actually matters. If you’ve been following Tesla, this feels like a final send‑off: 250 Signature Model S,…
From Out of Spec Podcast. This week in DCFC news, join Walter as he tours the IONNA Driver Lounge along with Scott Owens and shares updates from TravelCenters of America and convenience store DCFC rollouts. He also interviews Jay Williams from @WisconsEV and covers the latest from Red-E, Tesla, Electrify America, ChargePoint, Walmart, EV Realty,…
From Out of Spec Podcast. William takes the original Hyundai IONIQ out for a quick coffee run and a proper walk-around. It’s the battery-electric version, and he ends up nerding out over why the 28 kWh model is actually the one he’d recommend over the larger 38 kWh pack. Welcome to Out of Spec BITS!…
From Out of Spec Podcast. We brought together a group of EV camping enthusiasts to share their real-world experiences: Tom, who tows a Keystone Coleman 13R with his Ford F-150 Lightning; Alan, who pulls a 32-foot camper (8,000 lbs loaded, with 4,000 miles of towing last year) using a Ford F-150 Lightning Flash; Eric, driving…
From Out of Spec Podcast. In this video, Walter speaks with @brandenflasch at Alpitronic Americas HQ, where they spend the day diving into chargers – HYC50s, HYC400s, and the new HYC1000 – and discussing how they go from the factory to real-world sites like Walmart, Mercedes-Benz, and BP Pulse. They also captured what may be the first…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Volkswagen has ceased production of the ID.4 in America! Tom and Wes from our Testing channel dive into the details of what’s to come. Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com
From Out of Spec Podcast. Tom goes over his thought process on whether or not a second level 2 charger is needed for his two EVs. Is one enough for two- or even three EVs in one household? Let’s find out! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord:…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Hey there, I’m Greg, and I spent a week living with a 2026 Mercedes CLA 250+! Picked up from SIXT at Frankfurt Airport – and drove it 1,300 km (about 800 miles) through Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium. The big headline: it’s a fantastic Autobahn road tripper, but the software…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Dave & Kathy wander the New York Auto Show at the Jacob Javits Convention Center and stumbles upon the Genesis GV60 Magma – finished in a loud molten orange with an aggressive widebody, and honestly feeling like far more car than his Performance. He walks you around the show car,…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Walter for this week’s DCFC update, where he breaks down the latest in fast-charging news across the U.S. and beyond. This episode covers Walmart Energy and Zero 60 updates, the Blink–Kempower partnership, Tesla Supercharger Q1 highlights – including the opening of their 80,000th Supercharger stall – and a look at…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Hello I’m Greg, and I spent a few hours exploring every corner of the Aral Pulse “Gigahub” flagship in Mönchengladbach, Germany — and wow, it’s massive! In this video, I take you on a full tour of the site, including all 14 Alpitronic Hypercharger HYC400 units (enough to charge up…
From Out of Spec Podcast. In this video, join Tom as he sits in his Rivian R1S and talks through a year without a Tesla—what he misses from his 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance, what he doesn’t, and why he might buy a cheap used Tesla again. He walks through the full switch timeline, from…
From Out of Spec Podcast. In this video, Matt goes hunting for used luxury EV deals and comes away pretty surprised. He breaks down what’s actually happening in the market for the Lucid Air, Tesla Model S Plaid, Porsche Taycan 4S, and Mercedes‑Benz EQS 450, and wraps up with an overall takeaway on where the…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Wes goes over the details and process of the recall issued for his ID.4 battery pack. Alex, from our own @OutofSpecRenew channel, weighs in on the matter as well! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com…
From Out of Spec Podcast. With Rivian’s mid-size, mass market crossover starting to hit the market, potential buyers now have a choice between R2 and the existing R1S and R1T. Two different price brackets, and even several mechanical differences. Tom and Isaiah break down what’s what! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Walter gives a rundown on Google’s new update to Android Auto bringing route planning at long last! Here’s the technical breakdown of how it all works for the end user. Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Walter as he digs into mainstream reporting to answer one key question: are high gas prices actually pushing people toward electric vehicles? He walks through coverage in chronological order – from Edmunds (March 11) to Bloomberg (March 16), and then The New York Times and CNN – highlighting the…
From Out of Spec Podcast. In this week’s DCFC update, Walter covers Tesla’s new folding Superchargers (with 500kW charging), newly opened IONNA Rechargeries, EVgo’s largest site, a special holiday travel offer from BP Pulse, and much more! Thank you to James for providing photos of the new Tesla Supercharger location in Branson, MO! Rivian Referral…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Tom uses a Starlink Mini on each of his EVs and walks through how they’re mounted, the pros and cons to each setup, and how well they work! Starlink Referral Code: https://starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-3875283-30926-71&app_source=share Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Tom uses a Starlink Mini on each of his EVs and walks through how they’re mounted, the pros and cons to each setup, and how well they work! Starlink Referral Code: https://starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-3875283-30926-71&app_source=share Starlink Mini: https://amzn.to/3NJ0H2J Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4…
From Out of Spec Podcast. I finally tracked down the Active Road Noise Reduction toggle in my Cybertruck (as of software version 2026.2.61) and immediately started flipping it on and off to see if it actually does anything. So I took it out on the highway, cruised around at lower speeds, and even hit some…
From Out of Spec Podcast. The EV market has shifted from hype to hangover. In this episode, we break down the growing list of electric vehicles and factory plans that have been canceled, delayed, or scaled back over the past six months—and what it means for owners and the industry. From major shakeups at Ford,…
From Out of Spec Podcast. The EV market has shifted from hype to hangover. In this episode, we break down the growing list of electric vehicles and factory plans that have been canceled, delayed, or scaled back over the past six months—and what it means for owners and the industry. From major shakeups at Ford,…
From Out of Spec Podcast. The Tesla Semi has seen a major redesign since its 2017 debut! Kyle and Tom break down what we’ve known so far and what’s changed, both slightly and dramatically, across each iteration. Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Logan is on the ground at EVCS 2026 with Mike Doucleff – President of Alpitronic Americas – walking the booth and diving into real deployment details. We cover their U.S. rollout – Charlotte HQ opened in 2023, first shipments in Q3–Q4 2024, and 2025 marking their first full production year – as…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Logan is on the ground at EVCS 2026 with Mike Doucleff – President of Alpitronic Americas – walking the booth and diving into real deployment details. We cover their U.S. rollout – Charlotte HQ opened in 2023, first shipments in Q3–Q4 2024, and 2025 marking their first full production year – as…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tom and Isaiah sit down with Chad, the creator of Rivian Roamer, to dive deep into the data behind Rivian ownership. From inventory tracking and software rollout trends to telematics, charging graphs, and the surprisingly addictive leaderboards, this conversation explores how data is shaping the Rivian…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Walter is back with another DC fast charging update, covering the latest news, site openings, and industry moves shaping EV infrastructure across North America and beyond. This episode highlights new IONNA Rechargeries (thank you, Scott!) – including their 100th site milestone – Pilot Flying J progress, fresh stations in Texas…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle, Comp, and Logan head to Richmond, VA in a Gen 2 Rivian R1T Quad to visit an EV meetup with some local enthusiasts. Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com 00:00 – Good Morning From…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Matt takes a look at the used EV market and highlights some of the most interesting options you can buy today. From the Cadillac Lyriq and newer GM offerings like the Vistiq and Chevrolet Equinox EV, to trucks like the Ford F-150 Lightning and crossovers like the Ford Mustang Mach-E,…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Logan takes a tour of the Kempower booth at the 2026 Electric Vehicle Charging Summit! Learn about their newest offerings and their philosophy around transparency for drivers. Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Rivian Roamer: https://rivianroamer.com/join?with=OutOfSpec Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com 0:00 –…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Isaiah and Tom break down the big news: Uber is teaming up with Rivian to bring autonomous robotaxis to its platform. Under the agreement, Uber – or its fleet partners – plans to purchase 10,000 fully autonomous R2 robotaxis, with the option to scale up to 50,000 vehicles by 2030.…
From Out of Spec Podcast. At CONEXPO 2026, Alex speaks with Vitezslav Vojacek, CEO of FirstGreen Industries. They take a look at several of the company’s offerings and discuss the technology behind the machines. FirstGreen is an all-electric manufacturer of skid steers and mini track loaders and has never produced combustion-powered equipment. In addition to…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Honda is hitting the brakes on its EV plans – and it’s a bigger deal than it sounds. The Prologue is set to disappear by the end of 2026, while the Acura RSX and Honda’s ambitious “0 Series” (including the Saloon and SUV) have been scrapped as part of a…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Walter as he tests a fast-charging perk for General Motors EV owners. After spotting a 10% charging discount in the My GM app, he stops at the new IONNA Rechargery in Rock Hill off I-77 to see how it works with his Cadillac LYRIQ! The charger didn’t show the…
From Out of Spec Podcast. After blowing my right-rear tire on the highway (thanks to a big metal screw) on the way to work, I ended up doing a roadside swap at a 7-Eleven using the full-size spare on my Ford F-150 Lightning. In this video I show how the Lightning’s spare system works, where…
From Out of Spec Podcast. At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, Alex speaks with Dr. Ray Gallant, Vice President of Sustainability and Productivity Services at Volvo Construction Equipment. In this video, they take a look at several of Volvo’s offerings in the heavy equipment world, including the Volvo EC320 Electric — a 23-metric-ton machine and one of the…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Scot and Logan are in Austin at SXSW 2026 to see the Rivian R2 at its official unveil — and it’s much closer to production than we expected! After riding in the launch R2 and spending the day around the vehicle, we sat down (poolside, because the street was loud!)…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Can you believe it – Rivian finally posted full pricing and released the first uncamouflaged photos of the Rivian R2, so Logan and I sat down to break everything down. We go through the trims, specs, pricing, and what actually matters if you’re thinking about reserving one. We also talk…
From Out of Spec Podcast. My Rivian R1T threw a 12V battery warning, so I documented the entire replacement process — why EVs seem to burn through 12V batteries faster, what Rivian’s mobile service experience was like, and what it actually cost. In the video I explain why EVs still use 12V systems, how the…
From Out of Spec Podcast. At CONEXPO 2026, Alex speaks with Andrew and Darry from LiuGong North America. Here at the show, we take a look at a few of their electric heavy equipment offerings, including their newly released 870HE and 820TE wheel loaders, as well as their 922FE excavator. With over 60,000 electric machines…
From Out of Spec Podcast. I picked up a U-Haul box trailer and towed it from Orlando to Miami in my Ford F-150 Lightning to see how the truck handles a long-distance tow with real charging stops along the way. With new all-terrain tires and a taller hitch slightly hurting efficiency, this trip is a…
From Out of Spec Podcast. The 2027 Chevy Bolt just got a massive upgrade: Super Cruise is now available on both LT and RS trims for $3,255. At this price point, it becomes the cheapest hands-free driver assistance system available on any new car, EV or gas. The system now includes automatic lane changes (just…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Welcome to this week’s DCFC update! In this episode, we cover several big developments across the EV charging world. Walmart Energy is quietly testing time-of-use pricing, EVgo appears to be reaching a profitability turning point, and Mercedes-Benz’ High-Powered Charging data finally gets clarified so we can track the network’s growth.…
From Out of Spec Podcast. At CONEXPO 2026, Alex speaks with Deepak Pingalay, Chief Commercialization Officer at Dimaag, to take a closer look at their swappable-battery version of the Hitachi ZX17U – a compact electric mini excavator designed to keep working all day. Dimaag handled the battery and powertrain integration so the machine feels much…
From Out of Spec Podcast. I charge my Rivian R1T from a standard NEMA 5-15 outlet in my garage — the same 120V wall outlet most homes have. I use the Rivian mobile connector with a 12-gauge extension cord, and it delivers about 1.3–1.6 kW of power. It sounds crazy, but it actually works well…
From Out of Spec Podcast. At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 – North America’s largest construction trade show – Alex interviews Brady Lewis, Product Manager at CASE Construction Equipment. They take a close look at CASE’s electric equipment lineup, including the 580 EV backhoe loader, CX25 EV mini excavator, and the new TL100 EV stand-on track loader. Brady…