The team from Out of Spec Studios talk cars, trucks, and motorcycles
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…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle and Comp head down to the Rivian Knighdale, NC service center to pick up our R1T after it experienced a charge port fault not allowing it to DC Fast Charge Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #rivian…
From Out of Spec Podcast. At 24,000 miles, the tires on my Cybertruck are lasting way longer than I expected. In this video, I show exactly how I measured the tread, the maintenance habits that have helped extend tire life, and why the stock Pirelli Scorpion ATR tires have genuinely surprised me so far. If…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Walter sits down with Landon, “The Arkansas eTraveler,” to discuss how Walmart is racing to build a nationwide DC fast charging network. In this episode, we cover the latest updates on permits, construction progress, and time-of-use pricing. If you’re tracking Walmart’s EV charging rollout, this episode breaks down what’s open,…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Looking for great deals in the used EV market? In this video, I hunt real listings and show how you can score a Tesla Model S, Model 3, Kia EV6, or Hyundai IONIQ 5 for a fraction of the price of a new one – plus the key things to…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Dave and Corbin as they break down the news that the Hyundai IONIQ 6 has been dropped from U.S. imports, with only the upcoming Hyundai IONIQ 6 N expected to arrive later. They discuss the factors behind Hyundai Motor Company’s decision, including relatively low U.S. sales compared with the…
From Out of Spec Podcast. William goes EV spotting in Oslo, Norway, exploring one of the most electric-vehicle-dense cities in the world. Starting at a busy charging hub, then heading out to a major highway corridor, and finally roaming through suburban neighborhoods, he documents the incredible variety of EVs on the road. From local favorites…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Dave as he speaks with Jeremy Short, Chief Engineer of the Chevrolet Bolt, to break down everything you need to know about the new Bolt. From the major changes that keep costs low while improving range and charging performance to updates in safety, exterior design, interior features, packaging, and…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Can you actually camp in a Subaru Solterra? My name is Comb, and I took the 2026 Subaru Solterra off-grid for a real overnight EV camping test – measurements, climate-on battery drain, sleeping comfort, 120V outlet test and off-road features all covered! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Tesla Model Y gets a slight refresh during the first part of 2026 – Kyle and Coleton quickly react to the changes Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #Tesla #modely #juniper
From Out of Spec Podcast. Walter is back with the latest DC fast charging news, including updates on Tesla for Business, Francis Energy, Revel, the EVolve LaGuardia Hub at LaGuardia Airport, new industry studies, coverage from MotorTrend featuring IONNA, and the latest CPO developments. We also cover IONNA’s expansion with two newly opened charging locations…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle and Coleton line up the new 2026 Polestar 4 against the latest Tesla Model Y and Coleton’s own,, newly refreshed Kia EV6 for a quick, back-to-back comparison covering design, interior space, pice, tech, driving dynamics, and overall value. From performance and practicality to charging and daily usability, we break…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Scot and Kyle are in Montana where they find a new E4 Porsche Cayenne Electric! In this video Scot will share her first impressions of looking around the car. Enjoy Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #porsche #cayenne…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle, Coleton, and Tijmen discuss the new Rivian Adventure Department which should be equivalent to AMG inside Mercedes, ///M inside BMW, or RS inside Audi. As performance car enthusiasts, we are so excited about this new direction for Rivian who already produce some unbelievably high performance vehicles! Enjoy the video…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Is your Tesla Model Y making a persistent front suspension clunk? In this episode, Dave & Alex take a focused, technical look at the Juniper-era front-end rattle, bringing the issue directly into the spotlight with a detailed breakdown of Tesla’s toolbox guidance and what it reveals about the root cause.…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Matt shares what it’s really like living through the latest winter storm in the Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where most gas stations were closed and lines were everywhere. He explains why he’s considering Tesla PowerShare, solar, or battery storage to stay prepared, shares lessons learned during the storm, and offers a…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Ford just started charging $495 for the Mach‑E frunk – is making the EV frunk optional a smart move or a buyer trap? Watch as I break down frunk usage, frunk size differences, and why manufacturers like Ford are making data-driven decisions about frunks. Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral…
From Out of Spec Podcast. A staggering 96% of current BEV lessees say they would choose another electric vehicle – one of the strongest loyalty signals the auto industry has ever seen. Join Walter as he breaks down the latest results from J.D. Power’s 2026 Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study and explains why BEV…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Polestar just gave the Polestar 3 a massive brain upgrade — and it’s totally free for all existing 2025 PS3s! Join Kyle and Scot as they put the original Nvidia Drive AGX Xavier (30 TOPS*) head-to-head against the new Nvidia Drive AGX Orin (254 TOPS) in the 2025 Polestar 3…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Please note: At the time of filming, the price in Norway was €33,000 and has since increased to €42,000. William checks out the Changan Deepal S07, a strong offering on paper with equipment that’s absolutely unmatched. Unfortunately, there’s one major flaw that could be a dealbreaker for potential buyers. Out…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Walter is back with the latest DC fast charging news, including BP Pulse’s Gigahub expansion, updates involving Tesla, Uber’s major charging investment, and more developments across the industry. From high-power hardware deployments to big-money infrastructure commitments, here’s what you need to know this week in DCFC. Out of Spec Rivian…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Rivian is expanding its commercial van lineup with a new large battery option and available all-wheel drive. What does this mean for range, capability, pricing, and fleet customers — and how does the Amazon partnership factor in? Join Tom and Isaiah breaking down the latest updates! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Walter as he sits down with Alejandro, the developer of DCFC Tracker (www.dcfctracker.com), a tool that monitors and tracks every new DC fast charging site added to the AFDC database in real time. In this video, we walk through the full tool – filtering by state, network, connector type…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Rivian just released the 2026.03 update, bringing Sport Mode, manual kneel, and a new Apple Watch app to non-performance dual-motor R1S and R1T models. Join Tom as he walks us through the biggest changes in the new update, including a demo of the new Apple Watch app! Rivian Referral Code:…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Dom and Kyle sit down to discuss a breaking news exclusive report from InsideEVs indicating that the standard Nissan LEAF S with the small battery is no longer coming in the 2026 model year, and potentially not ever. Enjoy! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord:…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Walter as he interviews Rob Newton, Senior Director of Marketing at ChargePoint, to discuss the company’s upcoming Service Fee on certain paid charging sessions starting in March. ChargePoint says the new fee will help improve station reliability, fund driver support, and support continued investment – including a redesigned mobile…
From Out of Spec Podcast. In this Out of Spec BITS episode, join Matt, Isaiah, Tom, and Kyle as they break down the new base Cybertruck AWD, now priced at $59,990, and explain why it might be one of the best EV values on the market. Join our discussion and walkthrough of Tesla’s latest trim…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle and Walter are joined by Seth Cutler, CEO of IONNA, to discuss a service operations blip with an issue regarding their credit card terminals. A background service went down and took around 30% of the network’s credit card readers offline. IONNA responded with quick communication across their social channels…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle, Max, and Tom get together to discuss the Polestar news relating to the model improvements across their range. With a new Polestar 2 on the way and many more models as well. Enjoy! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle and Scot are sad to see our Charge Rigs Flexx 120 get picked up to head back to the manufacturer! We’ve really enjoyed our time using this unit but have faced some problems here or there – one thing we have to commend Charge Rigs on is their rapid…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle found out from a reliable source (Walter, from Out of Spec BITS) that there was a new Kempower DC Fast Charging station right near Denver, Colorado! Also, this is the first time that we’ve seen Blink install Kempower hardware – pretty neat! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code:…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 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. Walter is back with DCFC news this week, involving IONNA and Wawa expansion, Electrify America, updates with Tesla, Pilot Flying J and more! Out of Spec Rivian Referral: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/harrison74367 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #electrifyamerica #pilotflyingj #ev #charging #charginginfrastructure
From Out of Spec Podcast. In this Out of Spec BITS episode, William walks you through his home charging setup in Norway and explains how he manages charging his EV on a daily basis. If you’re planning on setting up home charging for your EV, this one’s for you! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Matt as he covers Hyundai’s $10,000 discount on 2026 IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 models when financed through Hyundai Motor Finance (HMF). To qualify, buyers must finance through HMF, apply the Dealer Choice Bonus Cash as a down payment, and take delivery from retail stock by March 2, 2026.…
From Out of Spec Podcast. William changes the wheels on his Model Y, but there’s more to it than that! Here are some tips and tricks for winter driving with your Tesla – or any EV! These tips are based on real-world experience driving electric cars in cold conditions Out of Spec Rivian Referral: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Kyle and Richard Henderson from Lincoln Electric at King of the Hammers 2026 in Johnson Valley, California, where we check out a great solution for mobile EV charging. Filmed at the OPTIMA Oasis area, we put the Lincoln Electric Velion™ 50kW DC Mobile Charger to the test and see…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Join Kyle and Richard Henderson from Lincoln Electric at King of the Hammers 2026 in Johnson Valley, California, where we check out a great solution for mobile EV charging. Filmed at the OPTIMA Oasis area, we put the Lincoln Electric Velion™ 50kW DC Mobile Charger to the test and see…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle and Coleton discuss our first thoughts after seeing the new 2027 Toyota Highlander EV! This looks like a great option for families and an alternative to the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and Kia EV9 Jordan’s KBB video: https://youtu.be/mILoJUmim4k?si=tDmJ3mMGz1aYPWwi Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle and Coleton revisit the R2 coverage now that the initial driving and full tour videos have gone live. We learn about powertrain, software, driving dynamics and so much more. Enjoy! Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #rivian…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle, Dave, Tijmen, Logan, and Coleton all sit down to dissect the Rivian development blog ahead of the first drive reviews going live. Enjoy us discussing the attributes we are finding as we watch the footage of R2 being pushed to the max Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code:…
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle meets up with Matt from Thunderbolt Adventure Supply to discuss their Rivian Overland Camp Kitchen solution. Check it out here: https://www.thunderboltadventuresupply.com/products/rivian-r1t-overland-kitchen-with-gear-sled?variant=48700672639269 Rivian Referral Code: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #rivian #kitchen #ev
From Out of Spec Podcast. Kyle and Andreas discuss the updated webpage, specs, and delivery estimates for Tesla Semi in this episode Out of Spec Rivian Referral: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/kyle92049 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #Tesla #semi #ev
From Out of Spec Podcast. Ben and Scot discover an insane drivetrain tuning issue with our VinFast VF8 Out of Spec Rivian Referral: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #vinfast #burnout #vf8
From Out of Spec Podcast. In this video, we say goodbye to our Rivian R1S LFP – join Kyle and Scot as they sell it to CarMax. Out of Spec Rivian Referral: https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=KYLE1997381 Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/harrison74367 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/rugePTuzU4 For further inquiries please email info@outofspecstudios.com #rivian #r1s #carmax