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Waymo’s robotaxis are safer than human-driven vehicles, study says
New research says the Waymo Driver service demonstrates better safety performance metrics than human drivers.
Rivian tops owner satisfaction survey, ahead of BMW and Tesla
Rivian sits both at the bottom of owner ratings in terms of reliability and at the top in terms of overall owner satisfaction.
U.S. EVs will get universal plug and charge access in 2025
A Biden administration and private initatiative promises to allow all EVs to just plug in and charge at all public stations in the U.S. in 2025.
Many hybrids rank as most reliable of all vehicles, Consumer Reports finds
Many hybrid vehicles stand out as the most reliable vehicles offered on the market, according to Consumer Reports' year-end survey.
Dodge’s Charger EV muscles up to save the planet from ‘self-driving sleep pods’
The marketing campaign for Dodge's Charger Daytona EV takes a swipe at self-driving sleep pods.
Hyundai believes CarPlay, Android Auto should remain as options
Hyundai remains committed to offering CarPlay and Android Auto, the in-car phone-mirroring apps.
Kia’s futuristic, affordable EV4 sedan will launch in 2025
Kia confirmed that its futuristic, affordable EV4 sedan will launch in 2025
Range Rover’s electric SUV gets tested in extreme heat
Range Rover's electric SUV is getting tested in hot weather conditions in the United Arab Emirates, where temperatures can reach over 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Might be time to buy EVs, laptops, and smartphones ahead of Trump tariffs
Price hikes are widely expected to be passed onto U.S. consumers should the incoming Trump administration carry out its plans to impose across-the-board tariffs on imports.
Ram says its new midsize truck will surprise
Ram confirms a smaller pickup is in the works and says it will surprise.
Volkswagen’s new electric Golf will get the Rivian treatment
Volkswagen just revealed the next-gen electric Golf will benefit from Rivian’s cutting-edge software and electrical systems.
Ending EV tax rebate could seriously harm Tesla, Chevrolet, and Volkswagen sales, study finds
Volkswagen, Chevrolet, and Tesla buyers are heavily influenced by federal tax incentives, according to a J.D. Power survey.
Volvo’s EX90 electric SUV features an Abbey Road sound system
Volvo's EX90 electric SUV features an Abbey Road Studios’ mode, providing sound quality engineered straight out of the world’s most famous music recording studios
Kia PHEVs’ electric range will double to 60 miles
Kia is aiming to double the electric range of its PHEVs in a couple of years.
Teslas likely won’t get California’s new EV tax rebate
Governor Gavin Newsom says California will seek to revive state-tax rebates for EVs should Trump end existing federal incentives.
Is a Jeep Cherokee replacement slated for 2025?
Jeep confirms a new compact, hybrid SUV is on the way: Will it be the Cherokee?
Volkswagen’s affordable ID.2 EV remains on track
Volkswagen remains committed to launching its affordable ID.2 EV by the end of 2025 or early 2026.
Mercedes bets solar paint is part of EV-charging future
Mercedes-Benz is developing a solar paint that can harness energy from the sun to power up EVs.
Kia America COO says ending EV tax credit would be dumb
Kia America COO says ending tax incentives on EVs would have a negative impact on U.S. jobs and the whole auto industry.
Hyundai’s brand new Ioniq 9 EV features backseat lounge
Hyundai’s brand new Ioniq 9 electric SUV features a backseat lounge.
Honda doubles down on ‘holy grail’ of EV batteries
Fresh off a successful launch of its Prologue electric SUV, Honda showcases its commitment to solid-state batteries, known as the ‘holy grail’ of EV batteries.
Self-driving vehicle rules set to loosen under Trump, report says
The Trump transition team plans to make a federal framework for self-driving vehicles a top priority for the transportation department, according to a report.
Jeep, Ram EREVs will get 690-mile range with new Stellantis platform
Stellantis' new platform aims to deliver driving range of up to 690 miles for extended range electric vehicles.
