ELECTREK PODCAST: TESLA LAUNCHES MEGAPACK, TESLA SOLAR ROOF, AUDI NEW CHEAPER E-TRON, AND MORE

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The Electrek Podcast covers several significant EV news items, with a focus on Tesla's new Megapack and increased Solar Roof production. The Megapack is highlighted as a substantial grid-scale energy storage solution, complementing Tesla's existing Powerwall and Powerpack offerings, and is expected to accelerate stationary storage deployment. While the Solar Roof production ramp-up to 1,000 units per week is ambitious, the discussion points out potential challenges in installation labor time and the high cost of the product, making it viable primarily for those needing a roof replacement. The podcast also touches on Audi's new, cheaper e-tron 150 with a smaller battery, noting its limited European release due to range concerns and WLTP ratings. Other topics include a new EV startup's 'insane-looking' car, Electrify America's autonomous charging station, and a study revealing significant public education gaps regarding EV environmental benefits and user experience. The hosts express frustration with technical audio issues throughout the broadcast.