This chapter humorously addresses technical difficulties faced during podcast recordings and shares an engaging listener story about automotive repairs, particularly focusing on an R1S vehicle. The speakers dissect the complexities and costs of modern vehicle repairs, emphasizing the surprising affordability of certain parts and the significant impact of labor costs. Additionally, the discussion touches on the challenges of EV charging infrastructure in the US, further illuminating the evolving landscape of automotive design and maintenance.
- Follow-up:
- Rivian Repair
- Becki & Chris (timestamp link) (via Matt Rigby)
- Marco’s Repair Breakdown
- Parts: 39%
- Right Uniside assembly quarter panel: $2,751
- Bumper cover: $940
- Right tail lamp assembly: $630
- Right quarter panel glass: $537
- Labor: 53%
- Miscellaneous & taxes: 8%
- PDR videos
- Pictures of the R1S side panel
- Another example of outrageous car body panel prices
- EV charge port locations (via Craig Ritchie)
- Gas-hole locations (via David Barber)
- Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1
- CrowdStrike
- iPhone 17 “slim” rumors
- Post-show: Overcast launch & Callsheet renewals
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