From Electrek.co.

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Rivian R2, Lucid’s counterattack, and Tesla’s ‘Digital Optimus’. https://electrek.co/?p=459603

Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:

Musk confirms xAI-Tesla joint ‘Digital Optimus’ project — after saying Tesla didn’t need xAI
Rivian reveals full R2 lineup and pricing, starting at $57,990 with a $45K RWD model coming later
Rivian is phasing out the R1S Dual Standard, its most affordable SUV, ahead of the R2
Lucid (LCID) reveals Cosmos and Earth SUVs as first midsize EVs, starting under $50,000
Lucid takes aim at the Tesla Cybercab with Lunar, a two-seat EV robotaxi concept
BMW’s flagship i7 EV is getting a Neue Klasse upgrade: Here’s our first look
BYD is open to building cars in Canada and acquiring a rival automaker
BYD’s luxury EV with 5 min fast charging and nearly 500 miles of range is headed overseas
Honda is scrapping three of its most important EVs for the US, including the Acura RSX
Aptera (SEV) raises $6.3M through warrant exercise to fund solar electric vehicle validation