Volvo won’t chase last bit of ICE business, but PHEVs will evolve
Volvo might end gas models sometime after 2030 even if demand still exists Charging infrastructure, slower EV adoption are behind new timeline Volvo PHEVs will keep evolving toward EV, with smaller engines too Although Volvo last week walked back plans…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N gets free charger, or some free charging
More so than almost any other previous EV, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N targets driving enthusiasts. Many of those enthusiasts may also be new to EVs and charging, so Hyundai is offering some options to help get them started….
How often should you charge your EV’s LFP battery?
Automakers are increasingly turning to lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for affordable EVs, and packs with that chemistry can benefit from a different charging regimen than that usually used for the currently dominant nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) chemistry. As laid out…
Small SUVs halve lifetime GHG emissions as EVs vs. gas
A small electric SUV with 300 miles of range produces 52% fewer life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions than a comparable gasoline vehicle, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Greenhouse gas emissions from production and distribution are currently around double…
Ford still investigating inductive charging while driving
Ford has filed a new patent application for hardware that would allow EVs to charge while driving. The new patent filing was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Aug. 15 and was submitted by Ford to…
GM’s Endurance Mode will be for EV racing
General Motors is looking to patent an “Endurance Mode” to help electric race cars go the distance. Not to be confused with a certain ill-fated electric pickup truck, Endurance Mode is designed to emphasize range over outright pace, according to…
2025 Kia Niro Hybrid costs $28,365, PHEV costs $35,865
Kia on Friday announced pricing for the 2025 Niro Hybrid and Niro PHEV. An all-electric Niro EV will remain part of the lineup for 2025, but prices will be announced at a later date. The Niro Hybrid starts at $28,365…
BMW sees volume in hydrogen cars, forms fuel cell alliance with Toyota
BMW will launch a “series production” hydrogen fuel cell vehicle in 2028, with help form Toyota, the automaker announced Thursday. The two automakers will jointly develop a next-generation fuel cell powertrain, which will be used in the planned BMW model…
Volvo EX60 electric SUV due in 2026, on new scalable architecture
Electric alternative to Volvo XC60 expected to launch in 2026 New crossover to be called EX60, and use next-generation SPA3 platform SPA3 vehicles to incorporate mega casting to save weight and improve production efficiencies Volvo has only introduced the SPA2…
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid calms the 3-row crossover
The Santa Fe Hybrid’s the smart pick in Hyundai’s three-row SUV family. A turbo-4 plus a motor and batteries nets 231 hp for good acceleration EPA combined gas mileage hits 36 mpg with front-wheel drive The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe…
Electric Volvo ES90 sedan teased
On Wednesday, in Sweden at the debut of the refreshed 2025.5 XC90 the Volvo briefly teased the upcoming ES90 midsize sedan. The teaser displayed a midsize sedan featuring a windshield rake that’s completely different from the gas-powered S90 sedan. The…
Volvo won’t be all-electric by 2030, 90% of cars to have a plug
Like other automakers, Volvo’s walking back its plan to only sell electric cars by 2030. On Wednesday, in Sweden at the debut of the 2025.5 XC90, the automaker revised its electrification ambitions. By 2030 Volvo now aims for 90-100% of…
Electric Scout concepts debut Oct. 24
Scout lives. On Tuesday, Scout Motors confirmed its electric SUV and truck concepts will debut on October 10. Scout Motors returns from the history books thanks to Volkswagen. The iconic brand is part of Volkswagen Group, but is said to…
2019 Jaguar I-Pace recalled because high-voltage battery may overheat
JLR is again recalling early Jaguar I-Pace electric SUVs due to an issue that could cause the vehicles’ battery packs to overheat—and asking owners to park and charge their cars outside and away from structures until a remedy is implemented…
VW EVs getting video games for charging entertainment
Volkswagen EV drivers in Europe will soon be able to play video games while they charge. The automaker announced Monday that it will add the AirConsole gaming platform to certain models in some European countries starting in mid September. VW…
Ariel E-Nomad concept could be ultimate go-anywhere sports car
An electric off-roader could be in the works from Ariel Ariel revealed the E-Nomad concept with a 41-kwh battery and 150 miles of range If there’s enough customer interest the E-Nomad could go into production and come to the U.S….
2020-2024 Mini Cooper SE recalled because battery may short out
BMW is recalling Mini Cooper SE electric hatchbacks due to a manufacturing issue that could cause short-circuits in the EVs’ battery packs. The Cooper SE is an all-electric version of the three-door Mini hatch that was introduced for the 2020…
Armored Lucid Air Sapphire goes bulletproof for $475K
The tri-motor Lucid Air Sapphire provides a quick means of escape from trouble, but should no escape route be available, there’s now an armored version as well. California-based U.S. Armor Group has made the electric luxury sedan bullet-resistant. The company…
VW working on synthetic leather made from hemp
Volkswagen is working with German startup Revoltech on a hemp-based substitute for leather upholstery to help further lower the environmental impact of its vehicles. The new material could see use in VW models by 2028, the automaker said. VW claims…
Nissan Leaf gets 20-kw bidirectional charger for US
Nissan Leaf owners are getting a new, higher-power, bidirectional charger option Using the FE-20 bidirectional charger won’t void the Leaf’s warranty Nissan didn’t say how much the FE-20 bidirectional charger costs Nissan has approved an updated bidirectional charger for use…
2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid costs $32,150, gets 47 mpg combined
Pricing for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid mid-size sedan costs $32,150—just $235 more than the 2024 model. The base price, includes a mandatory $1,150 destination charge, applies to the base SEL grade. As with the 2024 model year, a Limited…
GM folds BrightDrop into Chevrolet
General Motors is folding BrightDrop, initially envisioned as a standalone business focused on electric vans for commercial fleets, into its Chevrolet division. GM said the move will open up sales for BrightDrop vans to Chevy’s larger dealer network. BrightDrop has…
2025 Mini Countryman SE ALL4 has 212 miles of range for $46,195
The 2024 Mini Countryman SE ALL4 electric crossover will offer up to 212 miles of range and cost $46,195 (including a $995 destination fee) when it reaches U.S. dealerships this fall, Mini confirmed Monday. Launch timing matches what Mini announced…
2024 BMW i4 recalled because chassis beam may crack
BMW is recalling 1,150 i4 electric cars because a part of the chassis may crack and compromise structural integrity. All recalled cars are 2024 models, encompassing three versions of the i4 available for that model year. That includes the base…
Hyundai plans plug-in hybrid SUV for 2026, 21 EVs by 2030
Hyundai will launch plug-in hybrid SUVs as a “bridge to electrification” in 2026, but still plans to launch 21 EVs globally by 2030. Announced during the automaker’s 2024 CEO Investor Day presentation Wednesday, a new plug-in hybrid powertrain will use…
GM-Samsung $3.5B battery plant coming to Indiana
Samsung SDI on Wednesday said it had signed an agreement with General Motors for a joint EV battery factory in Indiana. First reported by Reuters, the deal calls for the two companies to invest $3.5 billion in the factory, which…
Dodge Charger Daytona possibly preparing for police duty
Dodge is preparing its next-gen cop car Dodge teased what appears to be a police-spec Charger Daytona EV The old gas-powered Charger was popular with police fleets The outgoing gasoline Dodge Charger sedan has become a staple of police fleets,…
E-fuel plant should serve as “role model”
Porsche aims to scale production of synthetic fuel Porsche’s R&D boss believes synthetic fuel will play a big role in reducing emissions Ferrari’s counting on synthetic fuel too; Toyota, Mazda, and Subaru are investigating whether e-fuels can keep ICE alive…
Canada adds 100% tariff for “extraordinary threat” of Chinese EVs
100% tariff on Chinese-made EVs follows U.S. EV incentives only apply to free-trade partners, Canada underscored Mexico remains a potential U.S. entry point for Chinese automakers Canada’s national government Monday announced a 100% tariff on the import of Chinese-made electric…
Hyundai seeks to save energy with radiant heating, 48V glass
Hyundai’s working on three pieces of tech to advance vehicle cabin heating and cooling The tech could lead to efficiency gains The efficiency gains could lead to more EV range, but could also make more efficient gas cars Hyundai and…
EV market softening “a temporary blip”
Lucid’s CEO Peter Rawlinson believes the future is electric. Rawlinson told The Verge at 2024 Monterey Car Week in California that “I think we’re seeing a temporary blip. I think any talk of retrenchment into hybrids is a blind alley….
“Can’t force people to change their minds”
Honda’s CEO doesn’t believe consumers can be incentivized to change to EVs Honda’s spending $700M to retool plants and $3.5B to built a battery plant for mass EV production The exec believes the future is electric, but it’ll take time…
Lucid reportedly developing three affordable EVs
Lucid has three affordable EVs in the pipeline The project “mid-size program” will encompass a crossover SUV, probably a sedan, and possibly a hatchback Lucid’s model will put an emphasis on efficiency Lucid is developing three affordable EVs priced below…
US EV “loophole” subsidizes imports, has fueled leasing boom
Inflation Reduction Act’s 45W, intended for commercial fleets, subsidizes EV leasing Up to $7,500 of federal money applies to EV leases regardless of their price or where they’re built That’s stoked a leasing boom that undercuts some of the original intent…
2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 arrives at dealers
GMC now has two electric trucks in production The 2024 GMC Sierra EV will be a low-volume model for at least a year The limited-edition launch version of the Sierra EV costs $99,495 The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition…
Electric NASCAR race cars could feature sustainable bodywork
NASCAR is considering an electric racing series A prototype electric SUV race car was revealed in July The electric NASCAR race car prototype’s body panels were made from plants NASCAR surprised attendees at its July Chicago Street Race with an…
Fisker Ocean recalled due to regen brake issue
The Fisker Ocean has been recalled once again, this time for an issue that could lead to an unexpected reduction in regenerative braking. The recall includes 7,745 Ocean electric SUVs from model years 2023 and 2024 (the only two in…
Tesla Model X recalled because roof trim may fall off
Tesla is recalling 9,136 Model X electric SUVs from early in the vehicle’s production run to fix trim prices that may not have been properly applied to the roof and could come off. The recall includes 2016 Tesla Model X…
Two new electric trucks, more hybrids, no three-row electric SUV
Ford on Wednesday said it plans to launch more hybrids and cut back on a previously announced battery-electric vehicle as it adjusts to the changing landscape for electrified vehicles. The automaker said its changed roadmap is aimed at lowering prices,…
Battery maker Northvolt shutting down R&D in California
Swedish battery firm Northvolt is shutting down a research and development facility working on lithium-metal batteries in California and moving all development work to its R&D hub in Vasteras, Sweden, the company said Tuesday. Northvolt had been conducting some development…
EV collision repair costs 20% more than for gas models
EV collision repairs continue to cost more than those of internal-combustion vehicles, according to a new report from Mitchell International, which provides tech for the auto insurance and collision repair industries. The report, based on second-quarter 2024 data, shows similar…
Karma reveals Ivara SUV concept, plans more PHEVs
Karma on Friday unveiled the Ivara concept at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, one of the premier events of 2024 Monterey Car Week that ran last week in California. Joining it on Karma’s stand were the previously revealed Kaveya sports…
2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E recalled due to bad windshield wiper motor
The 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E is among three vehicles Ford is recalling for a bad windshield wiper motor. The others are the 2023-2024 Maverick and 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. A total of 37,371 vehicles are affected. According to the NHTSA,…
Cybertruck becomes “Apocalypse ready” with Sting packages
The Cybertruck can now ordered with a frunk-mounted generator Archimedes Defense and UP.FIT will install uprated armor on the Cybertruck Pre-orders for the packages are open, but pricing hasn’t been announced. A more insane version of the Tesla Cybertruck just…
Polestar 3 electric SUV starts production in US
After some delay, the Polestar 3 electric midsize SUV has started production at Volvo’s plant near Charleston, South Carolina, paving the way for the start of customer deliveries in the U.S. shortly. It joins the related Volvo EX90 which has…
Ford tackling aero efficiency with deployable roof rack rails
Ford is looking to patent roof rails and roof racks that can stow away when not in use, helping to reduce aerodynamic drag and potentially improving fuel economy or EV range. These potential aero-improving features were detailed in separate patent…
Rivian Travel Kitchen no replacement for Camp Kitchen
A new portable Travel Kitchen designed for Rivian R1 vehicles lets you cook and camp Two induction burners plug into any 120-volt outlet with 15 amps It costs $1,400 and includes a cutting board Near the base of Breckenridge Ski…
Cadillac Opulent Velocity Concept previews possible performance EV
Cadillac is thinking about leaning into an ultra-luxury future, and if it comes it will be propelled by electric powertrains. The brand has already produced the $340,000 Celestiq EV and previewed a possible EV convertible called the Sollei concept. On…
2024 Acura ZDX recalled for software that cuts braking power
The 2024 Acura ZDX is being recalled for a software issue that can cause the anti-lock braking system to reduce stopping power at speeds under 25 mph, Acura announced Friday. The proposed remedy is easy enough: an over-the-air software update…
Fastest charge? Zeekr claims 10-80% charge in 10.5 minutes
Chinese EV brand Zeekr claims new batteries debuting in its 007 electric sedan can support the world’s fastest charging rates. These batteries allow vehicles to charge from 10% to 80% in as little as 10.5 minutes at normal temperatures, Zeekr…
Acura Performance EV concept revealed in Monterey
Acura on Thursday unveiled a striking SUV concept that previews the next electric vehicle it has in the pipeline. The new Performance EV concept was unveiled at 2024 Monterey Car Week currently underway in California, and previews a vehicle due…
EVgo aims to improve charging reliability
EVgo is looking to tackle the issue of charging reliability with upgraded hardware and more extensive diagnostics. In a press release, EVgo said it was making progress in bringing its public chargers up to date. Since 2022, the company says…
Charging satisfaction is on the rise
DC fast-charging usage has improved, according to Power Ease of charging and payment acceptance were the biggest differentiator between Tesla’s network and others Some 19% of those surveyed said they’d encountered inoperable chargers Customer satisfaction with public EV charging continues…
These apps provide the route-planning smarts some EVs lack
Good EV route planning shortens trips by connecting the fastest compatible chargers at the right time Not all automaker apps and interfaces provide the tools for the quickest EV road trips Even if your EV has charger-savvy route planning, independent…
Mazda EZ-6 electric sedan confirmed as brand’s first global EV
Mazda on Tuesday announced that the EZ-6 electric sedan will be its first global-market EV. Mazda revealed this sedan in April in China, and at that time it didn’t provide information about whether it would be offered for any other…
EVs have to sound like something, but does it have to be ICE?
The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona electrifies a hallowed muscle-car nameplate. And it features an elaborate sound generator to replicate the exhaust noise of the V-8 that will not be offered in the new Charger. Unveiled in March, the Daytona is…
2025 Genesis GV60 gets less expensive base AWD model
The 2025 Genesis GV60 receives minor changes and a minor price increase for its third model year on sale in the U.S., Genesis announced last week. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now available, along with a new Capri…
2024 Subaru Solterra feels fit for the blue highways
Solterra efficiency is in the same ballpark as Hyundai Ioniq 5 and VW ID.4 Even with improvements, it’s one of the slower-charging electric crossovers X-Mode off-road mode gives the Solterra impressive AWD traction and finesse Subaru’s vehicles have never completely…
Acura teases concept previewing US-built EV on its own platform
Acura teased an electric SUV concept that will debut in Monterey next week The production version of the electric SUV concept will ride on Acura and Honda’s own BEV platform Acura will build the electric SUV in its Marysville Auto Plant…
EV battery costs dropped 90% in last 15 years
The average price of a lithium-ion battery pack for a light-duty EV has decreased 90% over the past 15 years, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) estimates. In 2023, the DOE estimates pack prices averaged $139/kwh on a usable-energy basis…
2025 Volvo EX90 price hiked $3,300, still missing features
The 2025 Volvo EX90 now costs $81,290 The updated pricing includes a $3,300 price increase due to material costs The 2025 Volvo EX90 is in production in South Carolina The 2025 Volvo EX90 has gotten $3,300 more expensive ahead of…
2025 Nissan Leaf is now cheaper than Versa economy car
Thanks to incentives, the 2025 Nissan Leaf is now the automaker’s cheapest model regardless of powertrain type, reports CarsDirect, undercutting the gasoline Versa economy car. The base 2025 Nissan Leaf S starts at $29,280 with destination, but through September 3…
Rivian R2 charge port moves to left rear, like Tesla
Rivian confirmed rear left charge port location in upcoming R2 models That changes from plans on rear right for streetside charging and Rivian’s own networks R2 owners should have an easier time using Supercharger stations Front, rear, left, right? Automakers…
VW ID.Buzz conversion vans brings good vibes into electric era
A camper conversion of the VW ID.Buzz is in the works Deliveries of the VW ID.Buzz conversion van will begin in November The camper conversion is being done by a third-party independent of VW A Seattle-based company is offering Volkswagen…
ChargePoint EV chargers follow Tesla Magic Dock
As automakers and charging networks move to adopt the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) for EV fast charging, ChargePoint is releasing new hardware that combines Tesla and non-Tesla connector types. The ChargePoint Omni Port can accommodate NACS and Combined…
Tesla Electric partners with SunRun to bolster Texas grid
Tesla customers will soon use home energy-storage systems to support the Texas power grid. A partnership between Tesla Electric, a retail electricity provider operated by the automaker’s Tesla Energy, and solar company SunRun announced Tuesday is enrolling customers a program…
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV charges up for $61,590
Dodge’s first EV will be the Charger Daytona R/T and Daytona Scat Pack 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona models arrive to dealerships later this year 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T costs $61,590; Charger Daytona Scat Pack costs $75,185 The 2024 Dodge…
Porsche gives used Taycan batteries second life powering plant
Used Taycan batteries are helping power Porsche’s Leipzig factory in Germany The batteries are from pre-production vehicles that were used for testing Porsche said the batteries provide up to 5 MW of energy After they’ve degraded too much for continued…
Tesla testing 320+ kw output with Superchargers and Cybertruck
While the future of Tesla’s Supercharger team still remains uncertain, the automaker is testing higher outputs at some of its DC fast-charging stations. YouTuber TesLatino recently posted on X (formerly Twitter) about finding a Supercharger station with a significantly higher…
Lucid gets $1.5B cash injection from Saudis
Lucid Group on Monday announced that the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), the automaker’s largest shareholder, will inject up to $1.5 billion in cash. The deal will keep Lucid sufficiently funded until the fourth quarter of 2025, reports Reuters,…
Rivian Large+ battery is a software-locked Max Pack
Some Rivian R1 vehicles with the Max Pack battery will be delivered as Large+ models Vehicles with the Large+ battery pack feature a software-locked usable capacity It’s unclear if Rivian will allow Large+ owners to unlock the extra battery capacity…
Electric Mercedes-Benz C-Class arriving in 2026
An electric iteration of Mercedes’ compact sedan is just around the corner. On Friday, Autocar reported Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius said during the automaker’s second-quarter earnings call that the Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV will arrive in two years. Källenius said the…
EV buyers want maintenance at the dealership, study suggests
U.S. dealers heavily rely on after-sale services and products for revenue EV buyers are willing to see dealerships manage EV maintenance, for a subscription fee Study also found dealerships can still do more with EV education EVs have lower maintenance…
2024 BMW i4 M50 dials up the numbers, not the fun
The M50 is the top-performance model of the BMW i4 lineup Acceleration numbers aside, it’s not the best handling or riding i4 The M50 offers less driving range than other i4s but charges quickly and predictably Until BMW’s lineup of…
One out of three US cars sold might be electric by 2027
Bloomberg New Energy Finance expects EV sales to grow exponentially General Motors has criticized President Biden’s EV sales goals as unrealistic California aims to end the sale of most vehicles with an ICE by 2035 EVs could make up almost…
Where in the US do EVs save the most money to fuel vs. gasoline?
EVs cost less to fuel in every state of the U.S. By electricity cost vs. gas prices, there’s a vast range among states EVs have the strongest advantage in Idaho, Washington, and the Northwest Fluctuating gas prices can make internal-combustion…
2025 BMW i5 starts at $68,275
The 2025 BMW i5, the all-electric version of the 5-Series midsize luxury sedan, returns essentially unchanged for its second model year. The entry point to the i5 lineup is the single-motor rear-wheel drive i5 eDrive40, which costs $68,275 with the…
Uber and BYD team up for EVs and autonomous vehicles
Uber partnered with BYD for 100,000 EVs for the ride-hailing service The partnership could get BYD into the U.S. while skirting retail sales Uber’s targeting a zero-emissions platform by 2040 and going all-electric by 2030 in some markets Uber on…
2025 Hyundai Kona Electric spreads the V2L wealth
Prices are up across the board for the Hyundai Kona Electric in 2025, but so is standard equipment. The ’25 Kona Electric also gains a new trim level: the N Line, which gets sporty trim inside and out, to mirror…
Mercedes CLA EV crossover may rival Tesla Model Y in 2026
Mercedes could have a Tesla Model Y competitor in 2026 Production will reportedly begin in October 2025 The compact crossover will replace the EQB EV in the lineup Mercedes-Benz may be prepping an electric version of its upcoming CLA-Class sedan,…
2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Upgrade unlocks power for $995
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT owners can make their cars quicker with a few taps of their phone and a one-time charge. On Tuesday, Ford announced a Performance Upgrade for the 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT that increases torque and drops the…
Audi A6 Sportback E-Tron evolves the electric car
A6 and S6 Sportback E-Tron electric cars arrive in North America next spring or summer The first cars using Audi’s new platform cut a sharp shape A 94.9-kwh usable battery pack supports three models The Audi A6 and S6 Sportback…
First all-electric police fleet coming to California
The City of South Pasadena’s police fleet is going all electric The fleet will consist of 20 EVs with 10 Tesla Model Ys and 10 Model 3s The project will cost the city $1.85 million Even cop cars are going electric….
Fisker Ocean was a promising EV, may be frozen in beta
Ocean EV impressed in design and features, but software and tech details lagged OS 2.0 reportedly soothed some issues for this software-defined vehicle After June 2024 bankruptcy filing, owner support is a top concern The most daunting challenge Fisker Ocean…
2025 BMW i4 starts at $58,475, some models get range boost
BMW’s i4 electric car gets new lighting treatments Range is up on the single-motor model, but down on the dual-motor model Prices have, naturally, increased—but in the hundreds of dollars, not thousands The 2025 BMW i4 is on sale…
Traditional brands’ EVs surpass Tesla in satisfaction
J.D. Power’s 2024 APEAL study shows non-Tesla EVs higher in satisfaction than Teslas Buyers of traditional brands’ EVs are more satisfied than buyers of gas or PHEV models Value-minded mainstream Tesla buyers are more critical than the brand’s fans Tesla…
Tesla Cybertruck reporting for police duty in California
The Tesla Cybertruck’s being turned into a police car The Irvine Police Department said it’s taking delivery of its police-spec Cybertruck soon The conversion to police spec is being handled by UP.FIT The world hasn’t gotten quite bad enough for…
EV startup Karma to debut GT-UV concept in Monterey
Karma Automotive still exists The automaker plans to unveil a concept vehicle in August The concept might be an SUV Karma this week said it will show up to next month’s 2024 Monterey Car Week with a new concept vehicle…
Alfa Romeo Junior EV might come to US
Alfa Romeo Junior is the automaker’s first EV The Junior wasn’t slated for the U.S., but Alfa Romeo might shift its plans If the Junior comes to the U.S. it might only be sold in certain states Alfa Romeo is…
Have to sell plug-in hybrids or “we will die”
Volvo may need to lean on plug-in hybrids longer than originally planned Slower EV growth may extend Volvo’s forecast to go all electric by 2030 PHEVs expected to peak at no more than 10% of global new car market share…
Toyota reportedly building battery plant for Lexus
A new Toyota battery plant is reportedly in the works The Japanese plant would make batteries for Lexus EVs Toyota is building a battery plant in North Carolina as well Toyota plans to build a Japanese EV battery plant for…
GM-backed startup promises cheaper, longer-lasting EV batteries
Addionics developed a new foil current collector General Motors’ GM Ventures backed Addionics with funding Addionics plans to build a factory in the U.S. A startup aims to make EV batteries cheaper by focusing on an oft-overlooked battery component. Addionics,…
Bigger isn’t always better for EVs
Ford’s CEO acknowledged small EVs are key to mass adoption and profitability Ford currently doesn’t make a small EV in the U.S. Ford was a proponent of pickup trucks and SUVs, killed its cars and small SUVs Ford is shifting…
Tesla Robotaxi event rescheduled for Oct. 10
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the automaker Robotaxi will now debut on Oct. 10 The new date means the reveal was pushed back two months Musk has provided no details about the Robotaxi The Tesla Robotaxi reveal originally scheduled for…
What are the fastest-charging EVs?
10-80% is typically seen as a benchmark for EV road-trip charging Peak charge power can be misleading, and in many cases it’s more about efficiency Relatively few of today’s EVs charge from 10-80% in less than 30 minutes There’s much…
Porsche says EV transition to “take years,” Audi refocuses on PHEVs
Porsche and Audi acknowledge the electric transition will take longer than anticipated Audi said plug-in hybrids will be the stepping stone, especially in the U.S. Both Porsche and Audi still plan to go all-electric Two Volkswagen Group brands now expect…
GM delays electric truck plant, punts Buick EV
GM’s Orion Assembly Plant won’t build electric trucks until mid-2026 Buick’s EV timeline just became TBD The Cruise self-driving robotaxi will no longer use the Origin purpose-built vehicle General Motors is again delaying a planned ramp-up of electric pickup trucks,…
2025 Porsche Taycan EPA range grows to 318 miles
EPA range numbers span from 261 to 318 miles with larger Performance Battery Plus Those with standard Performance Battery return an EPA 252 to 274 miles of range All 2025 Taycan models can do 10-80% DC fast-charge in as little…
Trump sanctions sparked Chinese smartphone maker to build EVs
Donald Trump hates electric cars—particularly Chinese electric cars—but his administration’s sanctions against China’s Xiaomi in early 2021 sparked the company’s decision to build an EV, CEO Lei Jun told Reuters at a company event Friday. Best known for its smartphones,…
2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is a 771-hp plug-in hybrid
The Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid rejoins the lineup for 2025 The plug-in hybrid marks the range topper for the Panamera Buyers can place their orders today for $228,495 and deliveries begin in early 2025 Porsche on Thursday revealed the…
Will in-wheel motor tech go big in electric pickups?
In-wheel motors became a reality in a production electric pickup for the blink of an eye—in the Lordstown Endurance. But the technology, also known as wheel-hub motors, hasn’t yet been confirmed as production-bound for any other U.S. passenger vehicle or…
Ford to build Super Duty HD trucks where it was going to build EVs
Ford’s adding Super Duty heavy-duty pickup truck production to its Canadian factory Ford originally said it would use that factory to build EVs The move might signal an electrified Ford Super Duty HD pickup is coming Ford will build Super…
Musk tells Tesla 4680 battery team, fix them or we’re done
Tesla still hasn’t solves its issues with the large-format 4680 battery cells Elon Musk reportedly told the team the issues better be fixed by the end of the year If they can’t be resolved the project will reportedly be abandoned…
Rivian’s EV charging gateway to Yosemite used to be a gas station
Rivian is turning an old gas station into a charging hub Yosemite Outpost will also serve as a charging education point Station will have solar and be net zero, Rivian says Rivian has set up a so-called Yosemite Outpost for…
Chrysler recalls about 24,000 Pacifica PHEVs, says stop charging and park outside
Chrysler issued a recall for about 24,000 2017 to 2021 Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans The recall stems from an issue fire risk to due a battery-cell abnormality A free software update will be issued to fix the issue, but owners…
VW already created an EV sub-brand for its EV sub-brand—for China
Volkswagen’s adding a sub-brand to a sub-brand as part of its EV push The new sub-brand will be for China only and named ID.Unyx Volkswagen already launched a sub-brand in China named ID.UX Volkswagen is launching a China-only sub-brand within its ID…
Tesla Cybertruck off-road mode detailed
Tesla explained how the Cybertruck’s off-road modes work Cybertruck’s off-road modes include Baja, Overland, and Wade The off-road modes came via an over-the-air software update in May Tesla added an off-road mode to the Cybertruck with a software update announced…
Genesis reverses on EVs, preparing slew of hybrids noting customer demand
Genesis’ all-EV product plan will add some HEVs and PHEVs Emissions standards and customer demand are driving the full-EV-lineup delay A 2.5-liter turbo-4 hybrid seems likely Hyundai’s Genesis luxury brand is continuing with plans to augment what was to be…
Mercedes-Benz adds Starbucks locations to its EV fast-charging network
Mercedes-Benz will install EV fast chargers at over 100 Starbucks locations, the two companies announced Monday in a press release. The initial phase will see Mercedes install 400-kw DC fast chargers at Starbucks locations along the I-5 corridor, the highway…
2025 Lucid Air Pure is America’s most efficient EV
The 2025 Lucid Air Pure just became the most efficient car in America. The Pure has an EPA-rated range of 420 miles. The price? $71,400, base. The 2025 Lucid Air Pure—the single-motor, rear-wheel-drive version of the Air electric luxury sedan—continues…
GM CEO backs away from 1M EV target, says market’s “not developing”
GM announced in 2022 it could build 1M EVs annually in 2025 It aimed to make 400,000 EVs over 2022 and 2023—later extended into 2024 Backpedaling on both targets, CEO Barra now says an undeveloped EV market is to blame…
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 three-row electric SUV arriving in 2024
Hyundai’s three-row electric SUV will arrive in 2024 The electric three-row SUV will likely be called the Ioniq 9 Interior packaging, range, and powertrain outputs could compare to the Kia EV9 Hyundai will unveil an electric three-row crossover SUV later…
Vinfast delays US factory as issues mount
Vinfast delayed U.S. production of its EVs by three years Vinfast lowered volume targets for 2024 Vinfast has fallen behind sales targets despite pivoting its sales model Vinfast on Saturday announced that its North Carolina factory would be delayed, while…
Genesis GV60 gets the first Magma treatment, in 2025
Genesis confirmed its GV60 Magma for production in 2025 The first public look at the production model comes this week at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed Genesis plans a Magma for every model The rolling design statement that is…
The first electric-car president? Ike Eisenhower liked them
At least a couple of presidents have been drivers of electric cars, but they’re not all in the recent past. Our 34th President, Dwight David “Ike” Eisenhower, may have been one of the first. Long before Ike became perhaps the…
Polestar 6 electric convertible may get spicy BST edition
Polestar’s Concept BST contemplates a spicy 6 electric convertible The 6’s still on the docket for 2026 Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath says more BST editions are coming While the Polestar 3 SUV swings for efficient performance and the Polestar 4…
2025 Q5 PHEV returns, remains Audi’s lone plug-in hybrid
The 2025 Audi Q5 S line TFSI e returns for the new model year with nearly no change, after receiving a more advanced active lane control system and a heated steering wheel last model year. Split among three trim levels,…
These hybrids have AWD, top 40 mpg, cost less than $30,000
Spoiler alert: They’re all Toyotas. Need some traction for a snowy winter commute, on a tight budget? If so, one of the market’s low-priced, high-mpg all-wheel-drive hybrids may be your best bet. There aren’t all that many all-wheel-drive hybrids to…
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD returns to top Ioniq 6 in range
The rear-wheel drive Tesla Model 3 Long Range has returned The Model 3 Long Range costs $42,490, which is $5,000 less than the AWD model Tesla says the Long Range Model 3 goes 363 miles—2 miles more than the Hyundai…
Deal lays path to solid-state batteries for a million VW EVs annually
VW’s PowerCo could eventually make up to 80 gigawatt-hours of solid-state cells annually QuantumScape and PowerCo will combine forces to scale up production Production timeline and location weren’t specified Volkswagen’s PowerCo battery unit and the solid-state battery tech firm QuantumScape…
2025 Chevy Equinox EV costs $34,995 for 319 miles, gets power boost
Chevrolet appears to have held true on the arrival of an Equinox EV version that costs just $34,995 and is set to deliver well over 300 miles of range. But it’s arriving for the 2025 model year, rather than 2024….
Toyota joins Ionna EV charging network, stations due in 2024
Toyota and Lexus EV drivers will have access to Ionna Toyota has made an undisclosed investment in Ionna, becoming the eighth automaker to do so Ionna will support the NACS charge port set to be adopted in future Toyota EVs…
No, extreme heat doesn’t cause people to get stuck in EVs
Summer heat waves do mean a temporary drop in EV range They won’t “brick” your battery, but they can accelerate degradation (aging) of the pack Avoid 100% charges in the heat if you can How hot is too hot for…
Mazda goes hybrid with 2025 CX-50 crossover SUV
Mazda taps Toyota’s hybrid system for its CX-50 crossover 219 hp, up to 38 mpg combined Prices start from $35,390 Mazda has confirmed it will add a hybrid edition of its popular CX-50 crossover SUV to the lineup for 2025….
Electrify America won’t allow EVs a full charge at busy stations
Some Electrify America locations in California will limit charge to 85% “High-utilization station” locations were chosen for the pilot test Regular charging and idle fees apply Electrify America is testing a strategy that may help alleviate wait times at some…
2025 Hyundai Tucson plug-in hybrid sports standard AWD, “Green Zone” mode
Hyundai’s Tucson PHEV crossover SUV refreshes its interior New Baby and Green Zone drive modes file down powertrain edges Up to 33 miles of EPA-rated range possible The 2025 Hyundai Tucson crossover SUV tackles its midlife crisis with a series…
2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid gets price hike, still undercuts RAV4, CR-V
Biggest price hike applies to base front-wheel-drive Sportage Hybrid 2025 Sportage Hybrid remains cheaper than rivals if AWD isn’t a priority Sportage PHEV carries over at 34 miles of range, includes AWD Kia has carried over its Sportage Hybrid and…
Audi A6 E-Tron to be detailed this summer
The A6 E-Tron is an all-electric version of the long-running Audi A6 sedan Will be based on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture used by the Audi Q6 E-Tron and Porsche Macan Electric Previewed by a 2021 concept Audi will…
Audi E-Tron GT recalled for brake hose tear
Most Audi E-Tron models are being recalled for a brake hose tear risk The same recall was issued for most Porsche Taycan models The recall affects the 2022-2024 E-Tron GT and RS E-Tron GT Audi is recalling 9,653 E-Tron GT…
Nissan sees lots of crossover between Formula E, production EVs
Nissan plans to bring its e-4orce AWD tech into Formula E Formula E may in turn become a testbed for performance AWD Battery tech will stay divergent between production and racing Nissan’s Formula E race car is wearing the e-4orce…
2025 BMW iX continues with minor changes
The 2025 BMW iX electric SUV enters its fourth model year with small equipment changes, but nothing mechanical. An eSim enabling 5G connectivity is now standard across the board, while a Dynamic Handling Package is now optional on the iX…
Pickups could save the most on fuel as EVs vs. gasoline
Pickup truck drivers stand to save the most by going electric, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Pickups tend to be bigger than other vehicle types, meaning they use more energy and thus offer greater potential for savings…
EV discounts increase, average price dips below Tesla
For the first time in nearly 18 months, the average new EV cost less than the average Tesla Dealers are cutting prices on used EVs and offering incentives on new ones The average discount on an EV was 12.4% of…
Hybrids, PHEVs make up record sales share
Hybrids and plug-in hybrids accounted for a record 11% of U.S. car sales in the first quarter, reports Automotive News, citing data from Cox Automotive. Sales of hybrids more than doubled in Q1 compared to a year earlier, the Cox…
Moving a life and a half in the 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
As luck would have it, I got scheduled into a weekend with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter exactly when I needed it. The third wettest Spring on record in Southeastern Wisconsin flooded my mom’s basement. Prior to moving from a condo…
Fisker trying to sell Ocean EVs for $14,000
Fisker has asked the judge overseeing its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings for permission to sell remaining Ocean electric SUVs to a leasing firm at a fraction of their original price, Reuters reported Wednesday. The company hopes to offload 3,321 Oceans…
For the 2025 Polestar 4, genre is a construct
The 4 packs a 102-kwh battery pack, with up to 200-kw fast charging Range? It’s 270 miles in two-motor form, 300 miles with one (both estimated) No 800-volt charging, but the Polestar 4 has Android firmware on deck About that…
GM killed Bolt EV and it’s outsold other Chevy EVs in 2024
Despite being discontinued, the Chevy Bolt EV has outsold the Blazer EV in the first half of 2024 Launched last year, the Blazer EV appears to have overcome a problematic rollout GM promises that when the Bolt EV comes back…
Nyobolt’s electric sports car shows 5-minute fast-charging in action
If there were reliable high-power EV fast-chargers everywhere, and you could gain about 100 miles of range in four minutes, would you really need such a big battery? The very fast-charging battery cells from Cambridge, U.K.-based Nyobolt aren’t the solid-state…
New electric cars coming in 2025-2026
We’ve already brought you vehicles like the Acura ZDX, Honda Prologue, and Chevrolet Equinox EV. We’ve driven them, but now it’s time to preview vehicles we know to be in the pipeline, but haven’t had hands-on time with just yet. These vehicles…
Rivian teases five vehicles in investor presentation
Rivian teased five future vehicles that are in the works The teaser comes alongside the new that VW invested $5 billion into Rivian The upcoming vehicles might include a smaller pickup truck and SUVs along with less expensive EVs Rivian…
Fisker recalls over 12,000 Oceans because doors might not open
Over 12,500 Fisker Ocean owners have a new issue The Ocean’s exterior door handles could stick and fail to open Fisker has filed for bankruptcy Fisker is recalling 12,523 Ocean electric SUVs globally because of an issue that could cause…
2026 Genesis Electrified G80 goes long on luxury and comfort
Genesis has updated its midsize sedan with a long-wheelbase model Luxury touches include power door closers and airline-style rear seats U.S. versions will be 2026 models, with prices to come Genesis has revealed an updated version of its Electrified…
Porsche Taycans recalled because brake hoses can crack and leak
Porsche recalled 31,689 Taycans model years 2022 to 2025 The recall stems from an issue with the front brake hoses Porsche will notify owners beginning July 3 Porsche is recalling 31,689 Taycan models due to the potential for faulty front brake…
Ferrari may offer $7,500 subscription for EV battery service, replacement
Report suggests Ferrari will offer an annual subscription for its EV battery warranty The subscription would cost about $7,500 per year It would include battery replacements after eight years Ferrari plans to launch its first electric vehicle next year, and…
2025 Volvo EX90 launching with battery drain issue
The three-row electric crossover SUV can lose up to 3% of charge while parked, initially Features such as Apple CarPlay and front cross-traffic alerts will activate later with a software update Plug & Charge and bidirectional charging initially won’t be…
2025 Lexus ES hybrid continues on sipping 44 mpg combined for $46,1000
The 2025 Lexus ES carries over into the new model year with no real changes The hybrid sedan earns EPA fuel economy ratings of 44 mpg combined, 43 mpg city, 44 mpg highway The 2025 Lexus ES hybrid costs $46,100 While…
EV owners report more new car problems than industry average
Electric vehicles fall far below gasoline-powered vehicles in initial quality, in J.D. Power’s latest survey Polestar, Rivian and Tesla weren’t ranked, but the survey didn’t score them highly Owners don’t like vehicle functions embedded in touchscreens On average, owners of…
Where the candidates stand on EVs, climate science, and more
On November 5, 2024, voters will head to the polls to choose the 47th President of the United States. To describe this election as unprecedented perhaps sells it short. In no other election in the past century have the stakes…
Volvo EX30 delayed until 2025 in US due to tariffs
Volvo’s newest model, the EX30 small electric crossover has been delayed until 2025 Volvo cited tariffs imposed by the U.S. on EVs made in China, where the EX30 was set to be produced Volvo accelerated the shift in production away…
Volkswagen takes a $5B stake in Rivian
Volkswagen just bought a $5 billion stake in Rivian The cash infusion will help bring the smaller Rivian R2 to market The deal gives VW access to Rivian’s software and zonal electronics platform The Volkswagen Group will invest up to $5…
Ferrari builds a new factory—just for electric cars
Ferrari is prepping its first EV The new electric car will be built at its own newly-built factory in Maranello Ferrari plans for most of the factory’s power to come from sustainable sources Ferrari recently unveiled an expansion of its…
Do EVs need to simulate gear shifts? BMW and Hyundai think so
Hyundai and BMW think consumers want EVs to simulate shift points Hyundai already sells the Ioniq 5 N, which is a sporty EV featuring fake shift points BMW’s now working on simulating gearshifts for its future EVs The 2025 Hyundai…
2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid minivan costs at least $41,895
Gas-electric Kia Carnival debuts for 2025 Powertrain delivers a net 242 hp Three levels of brake regeneration are controlled by shift paddles Kia on Monday announced prices for the new hybrid version of its Carnival minivan. The 2025 Kia…
Oil industry pushes back versus softened fleet mpg standards
The oil industry last week launched a legal challenge versus the U.S. EPA and its latest light- and medium-duty vehicle standards set for the 2027-2032 model years. The case was filed by the American Petroleum Institute (API), which represents members…
Electric BMW M3 coming to “beat everything”
An electric BMW M3 variant is in the works BMW M division’s boss expects his electric sports car to “beat everything” The electric M3 variant, possibly called i3 M, probably won’t arrive until 2026 or 2027 Luxury automaker BMW, known…
Tesla is purging turn-signal stalks, but owners are adding them back
Teslas no longer have control stalks… …but some owners want stalks back Owners have resorted to adding aftermarket parts as replacement Tesla has removed control stalks from the Model S, Model X, and Model 3, but owners are adding them…
Ferrari plots first EV—for $500,000 or more
Ferrari’s first EV due in late 2025 Production to take place at new “e-building” plant May not be a traditional supercar It was only a decade ago that Ferrari was vehemently against launching an electric car, but the automaker known…
Tesla-powered Hummer H1 EV weighs half as much as GMC Hummer EV
A restomod Hummer H1 EV with Tesla batteries has entered the chat The Hummer H1 EV weighs only about 4,500 pounds The Hummer H1 EV is said to have about 300 miles of range from its 75-kwh battery A Canadian…
2024 Toyota Grand Highlander and Lexus TX hybrids recalled, stop-sale issued
Toyota issued a stop-sale and recall for the 2024 Grand Highlander and Lexus TX The issue stems from the driver-side curtain airbag A solution doesn’t exist, and Toyota expects a remedy by mid-August Consumers looking to buy the 2024 Toyota…
Fat public EV charging cables are a magnet for thieves
Copper remains lucrative for thieves, enough that public EV charging cables are now a target, reports the Associated Press. Charging cables contain large amounts of copper, prices for which are now at record highs. And charging-station operators are reporting increased…
Volvo PHEV review, EV insurance cost, cable theft, Big Oil pushback: Today’s Car News
EVs still cost more to insure. Thieves are looking at fat charging cables as a fat paycheck (but they’re not). The oil industry is speaking up against EPA standards—and filing court cases. And we plug in Volvo’s plug-in hybrid sedan…
Why do EVs cost more to insure than hybrids in 2024?
As more data rolls in from the insurance industry, an unfortunate trend has persisted for electric vehicles: They cost more to insure. And there are enough of them in the vehicle fleet now to underscore that it’s no longer a…
2024 Volvo S60 Recharge PHEV is better in charge
It’s been nearly a decade since Volvo first started rolling out plug-in hybrids in the U.S., and while the formula for them hasn’t changed a whole lot, a couple of important details have. One of them is that Volvo’s made…
Flagship performance EV ups efficiency, range
The 2025 Audi E-Tron GT gets a boost in range, efficiency, and power as part of a mid-cycle refresh revealed Monday. Styling hasn’t changed much from what we’ve become familiar with since the E-Tron GT was unveiled in 2021, although…
Tesla confirms 3 upcoming “amazing” EVs, omits Roadster
Tesla is developing three new EVs, but appears to have nixed the second-generation Roadster. During the automaker’s 2024 stockholder meeting, which was live-streamed on YouTube Thursday, CEO Elon Musk announced three upcoming “amazing” EVs and showed a slide with three…
Civic Hybrid and Polestar 3 reviews, $25,000 Jeep EV, Tesla 4680 update: The Week in Reverse
How are BMW and VW using AI in their EVs? Why are lawmakers pushing back about how EVs figure into fleet efficiency standards? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week…
Buying EV batteries from suppliers costs less vs. Tesla’s own
Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in Thursday’s annual shareholder meeting, called himself “a helpful accelerant” to the company’s future, as shareholders approved a pay package for Musk valued at $46 billion based on current stock prices. Meanwhile, one aspect that was…
Jeep Renegade EV, Honda battery leasing, 2025 VW ID.4, MPGe and EVs: Today’s Car News
Honda sets itself up for more affordable EVs with battery leasing. VW re-ups its ID.4 EV and expands its ChatGPT assistant. Jeep reveals more about its $25,000 model expected to arrive as soon as next year. And should we recalculate…
$25,000 Jeep EV will be an electric Renegade
A $25,000 electric Jeep is coming “very soon” The budget EV will carry the Jeep Renegade nameplate Stellantis said the electric Jeep Renegade will be powered by LFP batteries Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said in a recent interview that a…
Could leased batteries lead to more affordable EVs?
Honda, Mitsubishi Corp. to partner on battery-lease business It’s a Japan-only experiment, for now Company would also manage second and third battery lives—up to recycling Vinfast tried this model—and reconsidered Battery leasing has long been considered as a way…
90% of eligible EV purchases get tax credit at point of sale
The majority of EV purchasers eligible for a federal tax credit have gotten the credit as a point-of-sale rebate since that option was added at the beginning of the year, The Treasury Department said in a press release. As part…
2025 Honda Civic review, 2025 Nissan Leaf, Ionna charging network: Today’s Car News
We take a first drive in the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid. The 2025 Nissan Leaf loses its EV tax credit once again. And as Tesla’s Supercharger network stalls Ionna is rising. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In…
2025 Nissan Leaf carries over, loses EV tax credit eligibility
The 2025 Nissan Leaf carries over but loses its eligibility for the federal EV tax credit this model year. It’s already been a roller coaster. After new regulations that were phased in last August, the 2024 Leaf became eligible for…
As Tesla Supercharger plans stall, Ionna is going big on EV charging
Tesla’s recent pullback of Supercharger operations doesn’t appear to have affected the plans of Ionna, the charging network for the U.S. and Canada directly funded by seven automakers. The charging network on Tuesday re-upped its commitment to build a network…
2025 Chevy Blazer EV gets lower base price, omits some features
The Chevrolet Blazer EV electric SUV will arrive at a lower base price in its existing LT and RS versions as they’re renewed for the 2025 model year, the company revealed Monday. For 2025, the Blazer EV LT AWD costs…
Polestar 3 review, feds soften mpg targets, Virginia drops EV mandate: Today’s Car News
The Polestar 3 swings for efficiency and performance, and satisfies on the latter. Federal fleet rules are going easier on trucks and SUVs than originally intended. Virginia drops its EV mandate. And how is BMW using AI to create its…
Which states align with California EV mandate in 2024?
Virginia will stop following California’s stricter emissions standards, which would have put the state on track to end sales of nearly all new internal-combustion cars by 2035, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced last week. All states have the option to follow…
2025 Polestar 3 swings for efficient performance
Two-row, five-seat electric SUV Estimated range: 279 miles (Performance Pack), 315 miles (base) 0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds (base), 4.5 seconds (Performance Pack) Price: $80,300, Launch Edition; may be eligible for federal incentives Polestar’s new electric SUV has been delayed by…
BMW Neue Klasse EVs lean into AI for texture, inspiration
Artificial intelligence poses all kinds of questions for society—and in the automotive world, electric cars are doing the same. But while we know that EVs will change the world, mostly for the better, the future of an AI-inflected world is…
Rivian R1 and Toyota Crown Signia reviews, US-made Volvo, Hyundai, Kia EVs: The Week in Reverse
How safe are some of the biggest, thirstiest SUVs? Why is the $7.5 billion federal EV charging network moving so slowly? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending June…
Final US mpg rules through 2031 go easy on gas trucks, SUVs
The federal government on Friday revealed vehicle efficiency standards for 2027-2031 that improve the fleet fuel efficiency of new cars and trucks—slightly. The final rules for Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE), announced Friday by the Department of Transportation’s National Highway…
Charging shorts EV interest, big SUV safety, Rivian Gen 2 and Toyota hybrid wagon: Today’s Car News
Check out first drives of the Rivian R1S and R1T, and the Toyota Crown Signia hybrid wagon. New survey results suggest that more Americans are holding back on EV plans due to charging. And no, thirsty non-hybrid SUVs aren’t safer….
These big, thirsty SUVs don’t rate well for safety
Drivers of big, gas-guzzling SUVs may feel safer towering over other vehicles, but that isn’t necessarily the case, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The IIHS on Thursday released safety ratings for three full-size SUVs. The Jeep…
2025 Rivian R1T and R1S gain efficiency, comfort, and a lifeline
Rivian has re-engineered the batteries, motors, and body structure of its R1T and R1S This year the R1 vehicles get their first lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries The revamp may give the R1 vehicles more in common with Rivian’s upcoming R2 series…
2025 Toyota Crown Signia gives America a hybrid wagon
Toyota’s latest hybrid cosplays an crossover SUV while it’s actually a wagon Crown Signia buyers will find lots of room for cargo and comfortable seats, but taller adults will feel pinched on headroom Toyota’s latest hybrid bests the Highlander for…
NYC had electric taxis in the ’90s—the 1890s, that is
New York City’s iconic fleet of taxis once included some EVs—but you have to look back more than a century to find them. As National Geographic explains in a recent article, electric taxis had a brief moment of popularity in…
Mercedes and Stellantis pause European EV battery plans, look to LFP
Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis are pausing work on two EV battery plants and may be looking to LFP battery cells to lower costs, reports Bloomberg. Automotive Cells Company (ACC), a battery supplier for the two automakers with plans to open three…
Mercedes EV recall, Ford battery swapping, charging infrastructure lag: Today’s Car News
Many of Mercedes’ EVs get recalled. Ford may be thinking about battery swapping with a new twist. And why is the federal EV charging network taking so long to take form? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Mercedes-Benz…
Mercedes recalls nearly 15,000 EVs for software issue
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 14,912 EVs in the U.S. to address a battery management system software issue that could cause a loss of drive power. The recalled vehicles include all versions of the EQS and EQE sedans, as well as the…
$25,000 Jeep EV, Jeep Wagoneer 4xe, US-made Hyundai and Kia EVs: Today’s Car News
Jeep might have a $25,000 EV in the works. Kia and Hyundai confirm details for U.S.-made EVs. And which electrified powertrain does Jeep see as better for off-roading? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. At the reveal of…
$25,000 Jeep EV is coming to US soon, said Stellantis CEO
A $25,000 Jeep EV is coming to the U.S. “very soon,” Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares told CNBC and other media at a Bernstein investor conference last week. “If you ask me what is an affordable BEV, I would say 20,000…
GM might cool EV charge ports like microchips
Faster DC charging has required a new generation of cable cooling, but General Motors is also looking at cooling of the charge port, a patent filing indicates. Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) April 25, 2024,…
Jeep Wagoneer 3-row SUV will go electric too—with range-extender
At the reveal of its Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUV, the Stellantis SUV brand on Thursday confirmed plans to push ahead with what potentially might amount to a great many different electrified powertrain options across its lineup later in the…
Chevy Equinox, Mustang Mach-E reviews, Cadillac and Jeep EV debuts: The Week in Reverse
Which full-line automaker announced it’s working on a $22,000 EV—in Europe? Which automakers are going in together on a new generation of smaller engines? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the…
2026 Chevy Bolt EV will be most affordable US EV
When the Chevrolet Bolt EV returns next year it will be the most affordable EV in the U.S., Marissa West, president of General Motors North America, said in a recently published interview with Automotive News. GM discontinued the Bolt EV…
Jeep Wagoneer S debut, Equinox EV review, 2026 Bolt EV pricing: Today’s Car News
We drive the Chevy Equinox EV. Jeep rolls out its first American EV. Tesla is leaving room for rivals in charging. GM is looking to cool charge ports in a new way. And SUVs have a heavier footprint in CO2….
Versus cars, SUVs emit about 20% more CO2—EV or not
Global SUV sales continue to grow and, EV or not, so do their emissions, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). SUVs accounted for a record 48% of global car sales in 2023, but surpassed 50% of the market for…
2024 Jeep Wagoneer S EV compares to Grand Cherokee, tops 300 miles
Jeep’s first electric vehicle for North America may have been teased for several years, but now it’s been revealed in production form—and with a fall 2024 arrival date, it’s just around the corner. The Wagoneer S is only offered as…
Tesla pause sparks EV charging rivals in $5B federal buildout
Amid uncertainty about the future of the Tesla Supercharger network, rival charging networks see an opportunity to grow. Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently fired most of the Tesla Supercharger team, but has since reversed that move and attempted to hire…