Episode 88 begins in a new location: Nico and Constantin have moved their studio up one floor. To kick things off, they respond to reactions from the community, including adapter myths surrounding the Tesla Semi, bizarre Spotify advertising and the idea of an ElektroQuatsch fan meetup.
Several major announcements from Tesla are on the agenda. The Czech Republic has given the green light to FSD, and airspace in the US is reportedly set to be closed for the upcoming Roadster presentation. There is also the Optimus Gen 3 with its striking gold hands, as well as a major order for 2,500 Tesla Semis and plans for more than 100 Megachargers in Europe.
Nico is particularly outspoken about the German Car of the Year. He sharply criticizes how the car award is decided and questions how independent such accolades really are. He is puzzled by the success of brands with comparatively modest sales figures, while bestsellers from Tesla or Toyota apparently play a smaller role.
Nico and Constantin also discuss the dispute surrounding VW and the 888 hp Bentley Torkal. With industry criticism, future technologies and spectacular vehicle announcements, the episode offers plenty of material for controversial opinions.
