RJ Scaringe on Rivian’s Biggest Test: R2, Supply Chains & China
Release Date: 09/08/2025
2025 Wrapped: EV Myths, Dream Cars & 2026 Predictions!
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Join Robert Llewellyn, Jack Scarlett, and Imogen Bhogal for a special year-end wrap-up as they take a mystery tour through the biggest moments of 2025, from unforgettable shoots, to the clean tech stories that really mattered, and share their bold predictions for what’s coming in 2026. They kick things off by debunking the myth that EV sales are collapsing, revealing that global battery-electric vehicle sales are actually up 19% year-on-year. From there, the trio dive into their personal “Magic Money Tree” dream garages, featuring the Polestar 5, Kia EV9, the gloriously childish Ioniq 6...
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EV EU-TURN! UK Under Pressure? + Our Predictions of a 'Carpocalypse' in 2026?
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It's happened! The EU's inevitable 'cave-in' to intensive lobbying has been on the horizon for some considerable time. Imogen and Dan dive into what the EU's plan is, and whether it will help or hinder its member states, as well as how it ramps up pressure on the UK's beleaguered Government. Plus they say goodbye to 2025, by recalling its big moments, and stick their necks out, with some bold predictions for the next 12 months, including the car companies that are 'at risk' in 2026. Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: To partner,...
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Why Clean Energy Will Always Win (Eventually...) with Cleantechnica
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Is the clean energy revolution happening faster than we think? In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, Robert Llewellyn sits down with Scott Cooney, co-founder of CleanTechnica, for a deep dive into the global shift towards a cleaner future. From his home in Hawaii, Scott shares unique insights on why the US lost its early lead in clean tech to China, and why he remains incredibly optimistic about the future. They discuss the mind-boggling scale of Chinese manufacturing, the "inevitability" of technological solutions like solid-state batteries, and why your next stove might have a...
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Ford's Renault reliance? EV Glory to Ukraine? Korea's Chinese EV spied in Australia?
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A quiet end of the year for the automotive industry? Not a bit of it. With the EU about to weaken its EV ambitions in the coming days, Imogen Bhogal and Dan Caesar take a look at the surprising surge of EV sales in the Ukraine, Ford's brand new bridge to Europe, and how all roads seemingly lead to China. Keep your finger on the sporadic pulse of an industry under pressure, click to listen... Stories covered in this episode can be found further down in this description box, in the meantime... Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: Or exhibit or sponsor at...
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Australia’s Renewable Revolution & the EV Boom — with Giles Parkinson
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Title: Australia’s Renewable Revolution & the EV Boom — with Giles Parkinson Robert chats with Giles Parkinson, founder of The Driven and Renew Economy, about the rapid global shift to electric vehicles, the state of Australia’s energy transition, and why the data shows EV adoption is unstoppable—regardless of political noise or media myths. Giles breaks down the real numbers behind EV uptake, the rollout of charging infrastructure, the massive potential of Australia’s renewable energy sector, and the role EVs will play in the future grid with V2G. ...
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Toyota's Hit EV? EU's China 'Crisis?' & Tesla Value Questioned?
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The automotive industry's existential crisis continues, and Imogen Bhogal & Dan Caesar sift through the rubble. Toyota receives electric encouragement, the EU's resolve is tested by the businesses with the most to lose, and 'Big Short' investor eviscerates Tesla valuation. 💡Links to Stories: 🚗 Toyota - 🚗Polestar and Volvo - 🚗Chinese Gasoline Cars - 🚗The Big Short?! - 🚗BYD - 🚗Scout - 🚗Royal Mail - 🚗Electric Buses - Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: To partner, exhibit or sponsor at our award-winning expos email: ...
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Artificial Irrelevance? Or can AI enable boiler-price heat pump installs?
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Those clever 'heat geeks' might have cracked the code when it comes to cheaper, easier heat pump installs, aided and abetted by AI. Robert Llewellyn talks to Adam Chapman about the now future of heating, and the 'electrickery' set to revolutionise how we heat our homes... enjoy! Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: www.everythingelectric.show Check out our YouTube channel: Support our StopBurningStuff campaign: Become an Everything Electric Patreon: Become a YouTube member: use JOIN button above Buy the Fully Charged Guide...
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Reeves ruins EVs? Porsche envies Hyundai? Is XPeng the new Tesla? | Everything Electric Podcast
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NEW! It's a 'life and death decade for automakers', but keeping your finger on the PULSE of the industry has been almost impossible; until now. As part of a new weekly podcast, engineer, Imogen Bhogal & entrepreneur, Dan Caesar, pull back the curtain on the carmakers. Is 2026 the year that the 'House of Cars' collapses? Who's on the up, who's hitting the skids, and who's going up in smoke? This week, Imogen and Dan discuss XPeng, Hyundai, Porsche and reflect on Rachel Reeves' budget. Why not come and join us at our next Everything Electric expo: - Everything Electric SYDNEY -...
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Australia's EV BOOM: Affordable Cars, V2G & Why the UK is Jealous | Everything Electric Podcast
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In this episode, Jack and Robert are on the ground at Everything Electric Melbourne, sharing their first-hand impressions of Australia’s rapidly accelerating shift to electric vehicles and clean energy. It’s a super informal chat live on stage about what’s happening down under—and why the progress here is giving Robert plenty of reasons to feel just a *little* jealous! They dive into: Catching Up Fast– Australia may have started its EV journey later than some countries, but it’s now picking up speed fast, with cities like Brisbane leading the charge. The Affordability...
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The *Real* Range Anxiety?! How can wheels really boost battery EVs?!
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Imogen Bhogal treads thoughtfully through a topic that battery EVs have brought to the fore. In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, we sit down with Hankook's Neil Barrett, EV Lead at Hankook, to uncover how tyre technology is being completely re-engineered for the electric age. From instant torque and heavier vehicles to noise reduction and energy efficiency, Neil explains how Hankook’s groundbreaking iON range, backed by 58 patents and insights from Formula E racing, is redefining performance for electric vehicles. Discover how the right tyres can dramatically affect your...
info_outlineImogen sits down with RJ Scaringe, founder and CEO of Rivian, for an in-depth conversation about the company’s journey so far. From its ambitious beginnings to becoming a major player in the EV space. RJ shares Rivian’s founding story, the realities of manufacturing in the US under today’s complex political and economic climate, and how the company is navigating ongoing supply chain challenges.
They also explore Rivian’s strategy in the face of growing competition from Chinese EV makers, the highly anticipated R2, and what the recent partnership with Volkswagen means for the company’s future.
00:00 Who is Rivian?
03:00 Rivian EV Lineup
05:00 Rivian Design
06:00 The Origin of Rivian
10:00 EV Sales & Rivian Success
12:00 Mission
14:30 Challenges
19:30 Supply Chain
29:00 Do EV Makers Talk to Each Other?
31:30 VW Partnership & Relationship
40:00 Retrofitting Thoughts
42:15 Chinese EV Makers
49:45 Manufacturing
51:30 Jeff Bezos
52:30 Porsche
53:00 RJ Scaringe
56:30 RJ Scaringe One Wish!
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