On today's episode of Quick Charge, the Germans are rolling out a raft of great-looking new EVs with great range, fast charging, and competitive price tags. Meanwhile, Tesla's US market share has sunk to near record lows. As punishment, Elon's getting a trillion-dollar raise.

Mercedes and BMW each have a fresh take on the electric crossover with more than 400 miles of range and VW has a new affordable EV on tap, too. Plus, I talk you through the ins and outs of some of my favorite toys: the 10x10 Siesta Dock XL from Retrospec and the all-electric, go-anywhere John Deere TE 4x2 Gator UTV.

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• Retrospec Siesta Dock XL inflatable platform (sponsored)
• Mercedes unveils GLC electric SUV: a more refined all-electric platform with 440 miles of range
  • 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC EV exterior leaks ahead of schedule
  • Check out the new Mercedes-Benz GLC EV interior and its giant 39″ infotainment screen
• Meet the new BMW iX3: A 500-mile range EV with ultra-fast charging and much more
• The Volkswagen ID.Cross delivers the ‘secret sauce’ as an affordable, sleek electric SUV
• Tesla (TSLA) sees US market share of electric car sales drop to new lows
• Tesla (TSLA) board fully loses its mind and offers Elon Musk a pay package worth up to $1 trillion
• E-quipment highlight: John Deere TE 4×2 Electric Gator UTV

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