Episode

158: BMW iX5 Debuts: A 435-Mile Spec Monster Built in the USA

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Batteries Included
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Jul 3, 2026
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3823
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Summary

This episode: • The iX5 debuts with the biggest BMW battery ever • Tom’s initial Rivian R2 range and charge testing • Polestar gets the boot from the United States