Tesla Fremont Factory Tour, Part 1 — CleanTechnica Exclusive CleanTechnica 2026-09-21 | Tesla Fremont Factory Tour, Part 1 — CleanTechnica Exclusive
Better Bifacial Solar PV & Greenhouses with UbiQD CleanTechnica 2025-10-07 | In this episode of CleanTech Talk, CleanTechnica sits down with Founder and CEO of UbiQD, an advanced materials company powering product innovation in bifacial solar PV and controlled-environment agriculture. UbiQD has partnered with solar leader First Solar to advance solar PV technology using quantum dot technology. Additionally, the company's first product, UbiGro, is a layer of light that uses fluorescence to help plants get more from the sun in a greenhouse. Ultimately, the value proposition is about boosting crop yields and quality without the cost or energy impact of lighting. Learn much more in the full interview.
Dragonfly Energy & Dry Electrode Battery Manufacturing CleanTechnica 2025-09-30 | Join Dr. Denis Phares, CEO of Dragonfly Energy, and Zach Shahan, CEO of CleanTechnica, for a fascinating conversation around dry electrode battery manufacturing, Tesla's dry electrode battery manufacturing vs. Dragonfly Energy's, dye-sensitized solar cells, nanotechnology, solid-state batteries, and more.
Chevy Blazer EV SS — Final Review CleanTechnica 2025-09-28 | We recently got to explore the Chevrolet Blazer EV SS for one week in Florida. Here's a summary review of the high-performance midsized SUV. You can read a full detailed review on CleanTechnica.com.
Chevy Blazer EV SS — Drive Quality CleanTechnica 2025-09-22 | We've got a Chevy Blazer EV SS to review. This is the high-performance, sporty version of the midsize electric SUV from Chevrolet. In this short video, I discuss my experience driving the vehicle. Overall, it is indeed a very sporty and fun vehicle — surprisingly fun for a midsize SUV.
Chevy Blazer EV SS — Tech Features & Charging CleanTechnica 2025-09-22 | We got the Chevrolet Blazer EV SS to test for a week. Here's a look into many of the tech features, infotainment options, and fun charging aspects of the sporty, high-tech electric crossover/SUV. Read more about the Chevy Blazer EV SS in our coming videos and written review articles on CleanTechnica.com.
Chevy Blazer EV SS Review — First Impressions CleanTechnica 2025-09-22 | We got a Chevrolet Blazer EV SS to review for a week. Here are some first impressions of the sporty electric vehicle.
The Hyundai Concept THREE, and Why CleanTechnica 2025-09-12 | Simon Loasby, Senior Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center, discusses and explains the new Hyundai Concept THREE. Video courtesy of Hyundai.
Rivian R1S Quick Review from VW ID.4 Owner CleanTechnica 2025-09-08 | A Volkswagen ID.4 owners has a Rivian R1S for a week and gives us a summary review of the vehicle.
Huge EV Raffle from CCAN Action Fund — Win Porsche, Rivian, VW ID. Buzz, Chevy Equinox EV CleanTechnica 2025-08-27 | Today we talked with Quentin Scott, Federal Policy Director at the Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN), about CCAN Action Fund's 7th annual EV raffle, the tremendous work CCAN is doing at the federal and state level to try to advance climate action, clean technologies, and sensible policies. Listen in for plenty of insight and fun, and go here to buy an EV raffle ticket or three: ccanactionfund.org/ev-raffle
11th Year of This Tesla/EV Raffle, and the Nonprofit Behind It CleanTechnica 2025-08-13 | It’s one of the coolest raffles on the internet: Win the Tesla or EV of your choice or $50K cash, all while supporting people in need. Learn how ChesedChicago made it happen — and how you can get your chance to win before they run out of tickets. Here's the link to join the raffle, and be sure to use coupon code CLEAN for $25 off 2 tickets or $500 off 15 tickets: ccraffle.com/?utm_source=cleantechnica&utm_medium=sponsoredpodcast&utm_campaign=07.30.25Joining CleanTechnica's Zach Shahan today is Moshe Isenberg. Mo has spent over 20 years in the nonprofit and business worlds, with a focus on fundraising, community engagement, and leadership development. He serves on the board of ChesedChicago and is active in several national and local causes all in hopes of making the world a better place.
BLUETTI Elite 200 V2 Test & Review CleanTechnica 2025-07-08 | We recently received a BLUETTI Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station (2600W, 2073.6Wh) to test and review. Check out the fun we had with the portable battery station and what it can do. You can also read about it on CleanTechnica.com: cleantechnica.com/2025/07/07/bluetti-elite-200-v2-test-reviewThe Elite 200 V2 is available at $699 (59% off), with an extra 5% off using code: CLEANTECH, exclusively for CleanTechnica readers from July 8–11! Get yours here: bluettipower.com/products/elite-200-v2-portable-power-station?sscid=71k9_7sedt&
Offshore Wind Power Challenges and Needs in USA CleanTechnica 2025-06-23 | I recently sat down with Kris Ohleth, Director of the Special Initiative on Offshore Wind, to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and progress in the US offshore wind market. It was a great and fascinating discussion of the US offshore wind industry, what it's been going through in the paste decade or more, where it stands now, and what needs to be done to progress it in coming years. The podcast discussion complements our previous one with Susan Muller, a Senior Energy Analyst with the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), regarding the US offshore wind market and the benefits of offshore wind power.
EVIQO EVIPOWER Gen 2 Home EV Charging Station Review CleanTechnica 2025-06-20 | Here's our take on the new and improved EVIQO EVIPOWER GEN 2 Home EV Charging Station. It is without a doubt one of the best home EV chargers on the market. We explain why.You can get the home EV charging station on Amazon: amazon.com/dp/B0DD7KW73M?maas=maas_adg_885ECFB4E8D262E55676446EFA1F1BE7_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas&th=1 Or you can buy it directly on the company's website: eviqo.io/?ref=vzvrqjru
Teslas Political Divide — Burning Two Bridges CleanTechnica 2025-06-06 | Tesla is facing some broad sales challenges, and burning two big political bridges is not helping.
Being Realistic About Tesla CleanTechnica 2025-06-06 | We've been covering the company obsessively for 13 years, since Tesla Model S deliveries began. We covered the company for years when most people didn't believe in it and many even bet a lot of money against it. For several years, Tesla was "burning cash," but had a vision and a plan for profitability. There was super strong consumer demand growing for an affordable, long-range electric car — and then there was the associated sales growth once the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y came out.This is not that time. Things have changed at Tesla — with its vision, its plans, its execution, the competition, and ... politics. Don't let the past or subjective emotions cloud your understanding of the story today.For the EVIQO EV charging station, see here: eviqo.io/?ref=vzvrqjru
Offshore Wind Power Benefits Are Big CleanTechnica 2025-06-06 | Offshore wind power offers some big benefits to the electric grid and electricity ratepayers. Its upfront costs may be higher than for onshore wind power or solar power, but the value it offers is immense. There's also much potential for bringing down utility electricity costs. Susan Muller, a Senior Energy Analyst with the Union of Concerned Scientists, and CleanTechnica CEO Zach Shahan discuss these matters in depth in this video.For the EVIQO EV charging station, see here: eviqo.io/?ref=vzvrqjru
Europe & World EV Sales Reports, + Potential Tesla Sales Crises CleanTechnica 2025-05-07 | CleanTechnica's Jose Pontes and Zachary Shahan talk EV sales trends in Europe, the US, China, and the world as a whole. In particular, they spend a lot of time talking about BYD's growing leadership, Volkswagen Group's fresh rise in the EV market, and Tesla's sales trend, business approach, and potential crises around the world.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Owner Feedback — New Owner Reviews CleanTechnica 2025-04-29 | I ran into new owners of two new Volkswagen ID. Buzzes at a fast charging station recently, so I conducted impromptu interviews with them about the new, iconic yet futuristic, eye-catching ID. Buzz. Check out the short interviews and let us know your thoughts!
V2X in Northern California Looks Like the Future CleanTechnica 2025-04-17 | GM Energy’s Chief Revenue Officer, Aseem Kapur, and Director of Clean Energy Transportation at PG&E Lydia Krefta join CleanTechnica CEO Zach Shahan to discuss a new Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) pilot program eligible to GM EV owners in Northern California. GM EV owners in the region can now enroll and get up to $4,500 in incentives to unlock the power of bidirectional charging. That means their GM electric vehicle can supply energy back to their home, or eventually even to the grid.
2000V: Solar Odyssey — How and why the industry is moving towards 2000V systems CleanTechnica 2025-03-23 | Brian Nelson, ABB’s Renewables Segment Leader in the United States, sits down with CleanTechnica's Scott Cooney to discuss the ins and outs of innovation accelerating the solar economy, the timeline for the next leap forward, and what it means for end-users, utilities, developers, and EPCs.
Carbon Capture & Storage is a Scam CleanTechnica 2025-02-19 | In this discussion with Mark Z Jacobson, we discuss why renewable energy is all we need and why carbon capture & storage is a scam. There's also some discussion on illogical nuclear energy hype and how the renewable energy discussion, science, and market have changed in the past 25 years.
BYD Shocks — Winning the EV Revolution, 3rd Largest Auto Brand in World! CleanTechnica 2025-02-06 | BYD is rocking the auto world and leading the EV revolution. It has now risen to #3 auto brand in the world! And it accounts for nearly 25% of world EV sales. Watch the video to learn more.And read more here: cleantechnica.com/tag/byd
Tesla Financials in 2024 & 2025 — Honest Take CleanTechnica 2025-01-31 | Here's an honest, objective take on Tesla's financials — pros and cons — and possibilities for the future.You can also read about most of these matters here: cleantechnica.com/2025/01/30/a-real-take-on-teslas-finances-good-bad-unknown
Rivian & Lucid Expectations & Needs in 2025 CleanTechnica 2025-01-24 | David Havasi and Zachary Shahan talk about expectations for Rivian and Lucid in 2025, real versus expected needs for EV range, and Tesla FSD.
End of Green New Deal, Idiocracy, Social Media Opioids, & Tesla Risk CleanTechnica 2025-01-22 | Vijay Govindan and Zach Shahan discuss Democrats' "Green New Deal" (the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law), Trump trying to destroy it despite all of the economic benefits (especially in red districts and states), the era of "Idiocracy," social media as a drug addiction, and the risk to Tesla from Trump ending the Green New Deal.You can read more on these topics here:cleantechnica.com/2025/01/20/the-end-of-the-green-new-dealcleantechnica.com/2025/01/22/trump-tries-to-demolish-bidens-green-new-deal-on-day-1-ev-solar-wind-policies-funding-attackedcleantechnica.com/2025/01/21/the-climate-fight-is-now-the-idiocracy-fightcleantechnica.com/2025/01/21/zuckerberg-poisons-the-world-selling-digital-opioid
Mental Health and Resilience Tools for Climate Professionals and Activists: A Workshop CleanTechnica 2025-01-10 | This workshop will give you the tools and practices to help balance work and life, stress and play, and improve your overall well-being. You can use this video to develop a program for yourself that can truly rewire your mind for success and get you on a path toward better habits and greater joy in life, no matter what happens in the external world.
Tesla Expectations for 2025 CleanTechnica 2025-01-10 | Former Tesla employee David Havasi and CleanTechnica CEO Zach Shahan discuss the evolving US EV market and expectations for Tesla in 2025
Big EV Sales Trends Globally — BYD, NIO, XPENG, & Tesla CleanTechnica 2025-01-06 | BYD, XPENG, and NIO are seeing rapid sales growth.
Webinar: Developing the New Energy Landscape — Renewables & Data Centers CleanTechnica 2025-01-03 | ...
Solar Power Booming and Chinese EVs Spreading CleanTechnica 2024-12-16 | Cleantech highlights today are solar power booming across the world, including floating solar; the Tesla Model Q(?); the Zeekr 7x going to Europe; Xiaomi getting prepped for exports to Europe; BYD expanding into Peru; and more! Check it out.cleantechnica.com/2024/12/15/solar-power-booming-all-around-chinese-evs-expanding-us-ev-charging-infrastructure-boom-top-cleantech-newscleantechnica.com/2024/12/11/tesla-model-q-specs-leaked-will-start-at-under-30000https://www.zeekr.eu/presscleantechnica.com/2024/12/15/xiaomi-entering-exports-alreadycleantechnica.com/2024/12/16/byd-enters-perucleantechnica.com/2024/12/10/chinese-ev-companies-are-getting-a-warm-welcome-in-mexicocleantechnica.com/2024/12/14/from-electric-motorcycles-on-uber-bolt-to-neta-v-electric-taxis-nairobis-ev-scene-is-starting-to-flourishcleantechnica.com/2024/12/12/the-lifespan-of-ev-batteries-may-exceed-expectations-by-40cleantechnica.com/2024/12/15/yoshino-b4000-ideal-portable-power-stationcleantechnica.com/2024/12/16/will-some-us-automakers-hit-crisis-during-trump-term
Hot EV Sales Trends in USA & California — CHARTS CleanTechnica 2024-12-11 | Let's take a dive into electric vehicle (EV) sales trends in California and the US — Tesla, Rivian, Ford, GM, who's winning and who's growing most? Take a look.More news here:cleantechnica.com/2024/12/10/tesla-2nd-highest-selling-automaker-in-californiacleantechnica.com/2024/12/10/tesla-model-y-model-3-take-gold-silver-in-california-auto-sales-22-chartscleantechnica.com/2024/12/09/tesla-sweeps-podium-for-top-selling-electric-vehicles-in-usa-chartscleantechnica.com/2024/12/09/top-selling-auto-brands-groups-for-ev-sales-in-usa-charts
BYD Sales Soaring, Tesla Demand Concerns, Japanese Auto Sales Crashing — Cleantech News Update CleanTechnica 2024-12-04 | Catch up with the latest EV and cleantech news here. From soaring BYD sales to Tesla consumer demand stalling to Japanese automaker sales crashing in Southeast Asia, the auto world is changing fast.Stories referenced in the video are here: cleantechnica.com/2024/12/02/byd-popping-sales-agrivoltaics-winning-us-manufacturing-boom-top-14-cleantech-stories
China EV Domination, Hidden Solid-State Battery News — Cleantech News of the Week CleanTechnica 2024-11-22 | In this cleantech news update, the highlights of the week are a bunch of Chinese EV stories, some solid-state battery news (including some hidden details), and a great series on the best electric cars for the money in Europe.
What happens now with clean energy, EVs, & the US economy? CleanTechnica 2024-11-21 | In this episode of CleanTech Talk, Scott Cooney and Zach Shahan discuss the current state of climate action, reflecting on past US clean energy and EV policies from Obama and Biden, discuss some of the achievements of the Biden administration, and look into the implications of the recent US presidential election and challenges ahead. They explore the impact of local politics on climate initiatives, the role of complacency in political engagement, and the future of electric vehicle adoption in the US. The conversation also touches on global trends in renewable energy and the influence of fossil fuel companies on climate policy — globally and in the US. Scott and Zach delve into the complexities of climate change a little bit, the illusion of technological solutions and geoengineering, and the geopolitical implications of Donald Trump being elected ... twice. They also discuss the evolution of Elon Musk's thinking, influence, and involvement in political narratives, particularly regarding climate issues. The conversation culminates in a critical examination of Musk's transformation from a cleantech leader to a far-right political influencer, highlighting the challenges and responsibilities of influential leaders in addressing climate change.
Tesla Air Compressor — How To Open It & Use It To Inflate Tires CleanTechnica 2024-11-03 | This is a super cool and useful but also confusing and funny little thing. Check out how to open and how to use the Tesla Air Compressor.
Tesla Sales Now and in the Future — Slump, Plateau, or Coming Bump? CleanTechnica 2024-09-02 | David Havasi and Zach Shahan discuss Tesla's sales slump in the US, reasons for it, Elon Musk's shifting role, AI/robotaxis/FSD, and what to expect around the corner.
Tesla FSD 12.5 Test Drive — Like A Perfect Robotaxi CleanTechnica 2024-08-31 | Zach Shahan and David Havasi of CleanTechnica go for a Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) test drive (version 12.5.1.3 ) for nearly 30 minutes in Southwest Florida. It drives perfectly, like one would dream a robotaxi would drive.
Tesla Favorability Changes, Tesla EU Tariffs, New Waymo Driver, etc. CleanTechnica 2024-08-24 | Stories:cleantechnica.com/2024/08/19/teslas-favorability-with-liberals-democrats-dropped-from-39-to-16-in-6-months-but-also-dropped-among-conservatives-republicanscleantechnica.com/2024/08/20/tesla-gets-big-break-in-reduced-chinese-ev-tariffs-in-eu-full-details-on-new-tariffscleantechnica.com/2024/08/20/new-waymo-driver-cheaper-drives-in-more-weathercleantechnica.com/2024/08/21/waymo-doubles-robotaxi-trips-in-3-months-is-waymo-finally-scaling-exponentiallycleantechnica.com/2024/08/22/tesla-upgrades-model-y-downgrades-model-3-in-mexicocleantechnica.com/2024/08/22/byd-zeekr-nio-enter-pakistan-japan-uae
Used Electric Car Prices Crash! Electric Air Taxis for Olympics & World Cup! CleanTechnica 2024-08-16 | In this video, CleanTechnica CEO Zach Shahan talks about the hot news that used electric car prices have fallen 20.5% year over year, the coming electric air taxis we can expect at the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics, Elon Musk and Donald Trump's odd conversation on X, diesel sales dropping in China, and a new series from Jose Pontes on EV trends in the world's top EV markets.Articles on these topics to read more:cleantechnica.com/2024/08/15/never-been-better-time-to-buy-a-used-ev-prices-drop-20-5cleantechnica.com/2024/08/14/electric-air-taxis-for-2028-olympics-in-los-angelescleantechnica.com/2024/08/15/diesel-consumption-drops-in-chinacleantechnica.com/2024/08/14/two-years-in-the-ira-has-benefitted-gop-districts-red-states-the-mostcleantechnica.com/2024/08/16/us-election-2024-harris-walz-ticket-a-big-upgrade-for-us-climate-actioncleantechnica.com/2024/08/15/bill-mckibben-calls-out-trump-musk-for-the-dumbest-climate-conversation-evercleantechnica.com/2024/08/14/project-2025-aims-to-break-us-government-ignore-climate-crisis-if-trump-is-electedcleantechnica.com/2024/08/14/top-ev-markets-around-the-world-h1-2024-summaries
EV Sales GROWTH, Tesla Sales Issues, Chinese EV Tariffs — with Jose Pontes CleanTechnica 2024-07-10 | ...
Tesla Full Self Driving Test — Almost No Interventions CleanTechnica 2024-06-07 | We go on another long test drive with Tesla Full Self Driving (Supervised) around Sarasota, Florida, and end up with almost no interventions across 50 minutes.
Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD) Test Drive — 3 Interventions CleanTechnica 2024-05-20 | Zach Shahan and David Havasi take a 40-minute Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD) test drive. There are 3 interventions and a couple of amazing accomplishments from FSD on this one.
0.99% Tesla Model Y APR Financing is Working, Hot New Volvo EX30, Chevy Equinox EV Potential CleanTechnica 2024-05-20 | The 0.99% APR financing for the Tesla Model Y seems to be working and stimulating a lot of consumer demand, according to our discussions with local Tesla store staff. The Chevy Equinox EV sure looks like a compelling new EV! But will GM and its dealers really try to mass produce and mass sell it? The hottest new EV on the market, though, is clearly the Volvo EX30.
Tesla Full Self-Driving & Robotaxis — Full Picture Op-Ed CleanTechnica 2024-05-08 | In this special episode of CleanTech Talk, Zachary Shahan provides a full-picture perspective on Tesla Full Self Driving (version 12.3) and its potential for robotaxis (or not).
Tesla News & FSD 12.3 Test Drive CleanTechnica 2024-04-30 | David Havasi and Zach Shahan discuss recent Tesla news — the Tesla Cybertruck production ramp and sales versus the Ford F-150 Lighting & Rivian R1T, the "Tiny Y" and "Tiny 3" — and then go on a 20-minute Full Self Driving (Supervised) drive with a few interesting edge cases.
Live Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD) for 40 Minutes (Weak Connection Until 3:40) CleanTechnica 2024-04-20 | Join David Havasi and Zach Shahan for an unfiltered, unpredictable, live Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD) drive for 40 minutes!
Tesla FSD 12.3.3 without Intervention ... Almost CleanTechnica 2024-04-15 | On an approximately 25-minute drive with Tesla FSD Supervised 12.3.3, I had almost no interventions. FSD also did something quite impressive toward the end of the drive.
Tesla FSD (Supervised) Version 12.3.3 Drives through Roundabouts CleanTechnica 2024-04-07 | David Havasi and Zach Shahan drive their Tesla Model 3 cars with FSD (Supervised) Version 12.3.3 through a series of roundabouts and traffic lights in Florida.
