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Second-Gen Rivian R1S

New Rivian R1S: Everything new in the second-gen model

Rivian is bringing a huge update to the Rivian R1S, its premium electric SUV. Here's everything that's new in the second-generation model.
Chevrolet Bolt EV on the beach

5 upcoming budget EVs we can’t wait for

Electric vehicles are finally getting cheaper, and there are plenty of budget models of all shapes and sizes on the way. Here are five we can't wait for.
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD rear end side profile from driver's side with trees and a metal fence in the back.

Used EV prices are falling quicker than those of gas cars, and that’s good

Used EV prices are dropping, and quick. That, however, isn't necessarily indicative of their quality. And ultimately, it's probably a good thing.
european cars getting bigger engines emissions car pollution smog

EVs may produce more emissions during manufacturing, but they quickly catch up

There's a narrative that EVs are just as bad for the environment due to battery manufacturing. Turns out, that's not even close to true.
Tesla Roadster

Tesla has teased three new cars — but what are they?

Tesla is prepping some new vehicles. At a shareholder event, the company showed off a slide with three mystery vehicles. But what are those mystery cars?
Front three quarter view of a beige 2024 Lucid Air Touring.

Revamped Lucid Air shows this luxury EV’s bandwidth

The Lucid Air electric car is now available in a variety of flavors representing different levels of price, power, and range.
Front three-quarters view of a 2023 Kia EV6 GT in a desert setting.

How are cars going to differentiate themselves when performance is a commodity?

Cars are moving toward electrification, and that arguably takes away from the experience of driving a car. Are cars becoming soulless?
Range of Mercedes-Benz G580 vehicles

2025 Mercedes-Benz G580: range, specs, design, and more

Mercedes-Benz is electrifying the G-Class. The company has finally unveiled the new G580 -- an electric version of the G-Wagon. Here's what we know so far.
Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally driving on a dirt road.

Fake engine noises in electric cars need to die

Electric cars have the benefit of being much more quiet than their gas-powered counterparts. So why are carmakers building in fake engine noises?
Lamborghini Urus SE front quarter.

Lamborghini’s Urus SE plug-in hybrid tries to do it all

The Lamborghini Urus is the automaker's most popular model. A new plug-in hybrid is the most powerful version yet.
Close up of the Hybrid car electric charger station with power supply plugged into an electric car being charged.

EV warranties aren’t like those for non-electric cars. Here’s what you should know

EVs are getting more popular, but there's more to their warranties than those for traditional cars. Here's what you need to know about EV battery warranties.
Front of the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore

The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore is one of the best-looking EVs yet

Maserati has unveiled the new GranCabrio Folgore electric car. It's a great-looking car and we had a chance to take a look at it in person.
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD rear end side profile from driver's side with trees and a metal fence in the back.

Should you buy a used EV? Maybe, but it’s complicated

Electric cars have a long way to go before they'll be considered cheap -- so should you buy used? It can get a little complicated.
Kia EV9 GT-Line Three Quarters

The Kia EV9 is the template for a modern car interior — here’s why

The interior of the Kia EV9 is comfortable and pleasant to be in. In fact, it should serve as a template for carmakers.
Lincoln Digital Experience infotainment system in the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus.

Goliath car screens have arrived, and Ford’s new software takes full advantage

Ford's next-generation infotainment system features Google apps and more ways to stream content in the car.
BYD Han

5 impressive EVs you’ll wish you could buy in the U.S.

There are plenty of automakers outside of the U.S. that make killer EVs you can't get here. Here are some of the best of them.
The author's 2019 Hyundai Ioniq PHEV is pulled over to the side of a dirt road in the woods.

I love my Ioniq, but I would never buy another Hyundai

Hyundai makes great cars -- when they work. Despite loving my Ioniq, the automaker's sketchy support has made me reluctant to buy another.
Tesla's Cybertruck.

The Tesla Cybertruck is here, but how does it compare with the competition?

The Tesla Cybertruck is finally getting delivered -- but how does it truly compare to other electric trucks out there right now? Here's a look.
tesla starts opening its supercharger network to other evs

Tesla’s EV plug is great, but smoother payment is the fix we really need

NACS is becoming the standard connector for charging in the U.S., but while that will make EV charging a lot more convenient, there's more to it than that.
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD front end angle from passenger's side with bare trees in the back.

Amazon will start selling cars, but you don’t get to ditch dealers just yet

Amazon has announced that it'll start selling cars directly on its website -- but don't expect this to be the beginning of the end for car dealerships.
Volvo EM90 Driving

Volvo EM90 electric minivan: price, release date, range, and more

Volvo is finally taking on the electric minivan with the new Volvo EM90. Here's everything you need to know about the EM90.
Ford F-150 Lightning

The F-150 Lightning excels at everything but one crucial truck task

The Ford F-150 Lightning is an excellent electric truck, and it's incredibly powerful. But there are a few things it's not great at -- like towing.
A 2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger sits in a vineyard.

‘Unlimited range?’ Misleading marketing aside, the Ramcharger looks like a great truck

Ram is embracing electric technology, and while the new 1500 Ramcharger certainly doesn't offer unlimited electric range, it could well be a solid option.
Range Rover PHEV Front Three Quarters

Car climate controls are better with a knob, but Range Rover does digital right

Physical climate controls are easier to control than digital ones -- but if companies insist on implementing digital ones, they should at least be easy to use.
Front three quarter view of the 2023 Nissan Ariya.

Tesla Model Y vs. Nissan Ariya: Can Tesla take out Nissan’s electric crossover?

The Ariya is a big release from Nissan -- but how does it compare with the much-loved Tesla Model Y? We put the two head-to-head to find out.
A Tesla car chargers on a Tesla Destination charger.

What it means now that Kia and Hyundai have adopted Tesla’s charging standard

Kia and Hyundai are officially moving to the NACS charging standard in North America. Here's what that could mean for you.
Kia EV 9

The Kia EV9 is coming, but you should wait to buy one. Here’s why

The Kia EV9 is coming, and it's set to make a serious case for itself as the go-to inexpensive electric SUV. But you still may want to wait a little to buy one.
A 2023 Zero DSR-X electric adventure motorcycle sits parked on the side of the road.

This electric adventure motorcycle is a magic carpet with a short leash

With limited range, the first adventure electric adventure motorcycle is a bit of a contradiction. But it may just change your definition of adventure. 
Crash test with Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and EQA electric cars.

How do you crash-test an EV with an 871-pound battery? Mercedes showed us

Mercedes-Benz staged a public crash test with two EVs to show that electrification isn't compromising safety.
2022 BMW i4 M50

The BMW i4 is more luxurious than the Tesla Model S, and costs way less

The BMW i4 may not be as hyped as the Tesla Model S, but it has a much more luxurious interior, and at a much lower price.
BMW i7 M70 xDrive

The BMW i7 M70 is an electric limousine that does supercar speeds

BMW’s outrageously luxurious i7 finally got the M Series treatment, and now the electric behemoth is completely over the top.
BMW i5 M60 xDrive parked on an overlook

Both sporty and posh, the i5 may be the electric BMW you’ve been waiting for

The middle child in BMW's line has finally gone electric as the new i5, and it delivers all the luxury and fun factor you'd expect.
Range Rover PHEV Front Three Quarters

I can’t wait for the electric Range Rover — here’s why

The plug-in hybrid Range Rover is a killer car, for many different reasons. In fact, it makes me a whole lot more excited for an electric Range Rover.
Mercedes-Benz EQB250+ Three Quarter

One of the best values in electric SUVs comes from the last brand you’d expect

The Mercedes-Benz EQB may not jump out as a budget model, but compared to other electric SUVs out there, it's actually very affordable.