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Tesla Roadster front view

Tesla Roadster: everything we know so far

The Tesla Roadster is (hopefully) coming, and it's set to be one of the fastest and longest-range EVs so far. Here's what we know about the Roadster so far.
Front three quarter view of the 2023 BMW i7.

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV vs. BMW i7: Ultra-luxury, head-to-head

The BMW i7 is a pretty serious luxury EV, with features that you won't find anywhere else. But how does it compare with the Mercedes EQE SUV?
Tesla's Model 3 refresh, codenamed Highland, features a sleeker front.

Why some Teslas are losing tax credits, and which cars still qualify

Soon, car buyers won't be able to rely on the full EV tax credit when buying a new electric car. Why not? Here's what you need to know.
Front three quarter view of a Lucid Gravity electric SUV.

Lucid Gravity vs. Tesla Model X: Luxury electric SUVs duke it out

The Tesla Model X has some serious competition -- the Lucid Gravity has been revealed, and it has a lot to offer. But how do they compare?
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.
Two Kia EV9 cars

Volvo EM90 vs. Kia EV9: Which is the right EV to haul your family?

The Volvo EM90 and Kia EV9 are both among the only large-size electric cars out there, but which one is actually better?
Toyota Urban Three Quarter View

The Toyota Urban could be the low-cost electric crossover we’ve been waiting for

Toyota is finally taking electric vehicles a little more seriously with the new Toyota Urban electric crossover concept.
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.
Front three-quarters view of a 2023 Kia EV6 GT in a desert setting.

Why your EV’s voltage matters, and what it means for your car’s charging speed

The voltage of an electric car can be a little confusing. Here's everything you need to know, and why it matters to your EV experience.
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.
Ioniq 5 N front

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N makes one of the coolest EVs ready for the track

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N brings track-ready features to one of the better electric cars out there -- plus it looks a whole lot cooler.
A 2021 Tesla Model S.

Tesla Model S vs. Porsche Taycan: turning heads and snapping necks

The Tesla Model S may be one of the better-known electric cars, but there are other high-end EVs out there -- like the Porsche Taycan. Which is better?
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.
Tesla Model X

Tesla Model S vs. Model X: Which is right for you?

The Tesla Model S and Model X are at the top of Tesla's range -- but how do they compare with each other? Is one better than the other?
A Tesla Model 3 electric car.

Tesla Model 3 vs. Polestar 2: Which electric sedan reigns supreme?

The Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2 are both excellent cars, but which one is actually better? We put the two electric sedans head to head to find out.
A 2023 BMW iX M60.

BMW iX vs Tesla Model Y: miles apart on price, but closer than you think

The Tesla Model Y is often considered the go-to for those who want a great electric crossover -- but how does it compare with a car like the pricier BMW iX?
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.
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD rear end side profile from driver's side with trees and a metal fence in the back.

Tesla Model Y vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5: Which crossover reigns supreme?

The Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Ioniq 5 are both excellent electric crossovers -- but is one of them actually better? We put the two head-to-head.
A Tesla Model 3 electric car.

Tesla Model 3 Highland: release date, range, design update, and more

The refreshed Tesla Model 3, code-named Highland, includes perks from higher range to seatback screens for passengers.
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.
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.
A Chevy Volt parked on the beach.

Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. Bolt EUV: Is bigger better?

The Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV are both great cars -- but they're also very similar. Is one better than the other? We put the two head-to-head to find out.
A Tesla 3 sits parked beside an urban waterfront.

Tesla Model 3 vs. Tesla Model Y: Bigger or cheaper?

Deciding between the Model 3 and Model Y? We'll help highlight the differences between Tesla's two most affordable, and very similar, cars.
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.
Concept image of the larger electric G-Wagon

Mercedes ‘Little G’ electric G-Wagon: everything we know so far

Mercedes-Benz still hasn't launched the full-size version of the electric G-Wagon, but it's already planning a smaller version. Here's everything we know.
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 rear three quarter view.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6: battle of the sisters

The Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 may be sister cars, but there are some key differences between the two. So which one's better?
volkswagen id4 vs tesla model y 2021 id 4 blue charging

Volkswagen ID.4 vs Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is perhaps the best-known electric crossover, but it's not the only one. Can the Volkswagen ID.4 put up a fight against it?
porsche taycan electric car acceleration test on aircraft carrier deck prototype

The fastest electric cars, ranked by 0-60 mph acceleration

If you want to get going in a hurry, the fastest EVs in the world will get you to 60 mph in under two seconds.
What a future Mercedes-Benz EV charging hub might look like.

The state of EV chargers in the U.S. right now: We have a long way to go

Mercedes-Benz is finally building some of its promised electric car chargers in the U.S. Here's what charging in the U.S. looks like right now.