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Is the long-delayed Tesla Roadster finally happening? On this episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim react to Tesla’s surprise announcement setting an official October 1 unveil date—almost a decade after the concept first debuted. We break down what to expect and whether it’s for real this time. 
Plus, we’re joined by Tiya Gordon, cofounder of the Brooklyn-based charging company It’s Electric, to talk about their major new contract with New York City to install hundreds of curbside EV chargers—and how street-level charging is solving the apartment-dweller dilemma.
Also on this week's show:

Mercedes-Benz GLC First Drive: Mack takes the wheel of the all-new electric GLC and gives his hands-on verdict.

VW Mission Efficiency Concept: Volkswagen’s EV prototype reminds us of the hyper-efficient VW XL1. 

Volvo’s Next-Gen PHEVs: A look at Volvo’s latest long-range plug-in hybrids.

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2027 Mercedes GLC 400 Electric Review: The Best Mercedes EV Ever
https://insideevs.com/reviews/808381/mercedes-glc/ 
Tesla Confirms Next-Generation Roadster Reveal On October 1
https://insideevs.com/news/808054/tesla-roadster-ev-october-2026-reveal/ 
2028 Volvo XC60 And XC90 Plug-In Hybrids Get A Massive EV Range Boost
https://insideevs.com/news/807862/2028-volvo-xc60-xc90-long-range-plug-in-hybrid/ 
New York City Is Getting 700 EV Chargers Right On The Curb
https://insideevs.com/news/808264/new-york-ev-charging-its-electric-curbside/ 
Volkswagen Just Unveiled The Most Efficient EV Ever Tested
https://insideevs.com/news/808168/volkswagen-mission-efficiency-concept-range-charging-test/ 
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The Jeep Recon is here. With removable doors, chunky tires, and a charming look, does the first real Jeep EV hold a candle to the Wrangler? In some ways, the EV comes out on top.
On this week’s Plugged-In Podcast, the guys discuss Mack’s first impressions of the Recon after driving it both on- and off-road. They also break down the Tesla Cybercab’s long-awaited launch, what we learned last week, and the big questions that still stick out. They also recap the brutal letter Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy sent to Ford CEO Jim Farley about its ties to Chinese companies. 
Plus, Mack takes his first ride in Waymo’s new Ojai robotaxi in San Diego, and we drool over the wild SkyNomad N90 Max Studio, an SUV designed to double as a tiny apartment.

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The All-Electric Jeep Recon Beats The Wrangler In One Key Way. But It's Still Flawed.
https://insideevs.com/reviews/807485/jeep-recon-moab-first-drive/

'Deeply Alarmed': Trump Administration Slams Ford's Deal With Chinese Battery Company https://insideevs.com/news/807596/ford-china-trump-administration-catl/ 
Tesla’s Cybercab Is Finally Giving Paid Robotaxi Rides. Here’s What It Can And Can’t Do
https://insideevs.com/news/807174/tesla-cybercab-paid-robotaxi-rides-austin/
This Electric Camper SUV Has Heated Floors, A Loft, And Built-In Storage. See The SkyNomad N90 Max Studio.
https://insideevs.com/news/807526/skynomad-n90-max-studio-camper/

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How long do electric vehicle batteries really last in the real world? This week on The Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim break down a massive new study analyzing over 500,000 EV battery health tests—and the data reveals a clear picture of long-term degradation, plus how specific EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Tesla Model Y hold up after around 100,000 miles. 
Plus, we dive into:

Range Rover Electric: What we know so far about Land Rover’s high-stakes entry into luxury EVs.

Nissan's Hybrid Scramble: Nissan pulled forward its Rogue hybrid launch twice as automakers without solid hybrid lineups race to meet surging U.S. demand.

Waymo's Expansion: Autonomous taxis head to new cities, including their first test in real snow conditions in Denver.

Norway's Latest EV Milestone: Looking at the astounding August sales numbers as Norway inches closer to a 100% electric market.

EVs Hit A Record 98.7% Market Share In Norway. These Are The Top Sellers
https://insideevs.com/news/806799/norway-ev-sales-98-percent/ 
Nissan's 'Home Run' Hybrid SUV Arrives In November To Rival Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V
https://insideevs.com/news/806636/nissan-rogue-epower-hybrid-suv-launch-america/ 
This Study Covered 500,000 EV Batteries. Some Models Aged Much Better Than Others. https://insideevs.com/news/806798/ev-battery-aging-study-2026/

Waymo's Newest City Brings Its Biggest Challenge Yet: Rides In The Snow 

https://insideevs.com/news/806758/waymo-denver-san-diego-tampa-launch-day/

I Drove The $138,000 Range Rover Electric Off-Road. It Was Exceptional
https://insideevs.com/news/806401/range-rover-electric-specs-drive/