# Batteries, Bots, and Big Decisions

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Podcast: [Kilowatt: A Podcast about Electric Vehicles](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kilowatt-a-podcast-about-electric-vehicles-52300)
Published: 2026-04-22T18:38:25+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Kilowatt, Bodie breaks down major shifts in the EV world, from Jeep and GM pulling back on electric vehicles to rapid advancements in battery tech from BYD and CATL. He also explores Tesla’s expanding global autonomy efforts and new robotaxi infrastructure, while unpacking fresh crash data and the need for greater transparency in self-driving systems.

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