The Michigan State Police (MSP) has acquired its first electric patrol vehicle, joining a growing number of police departments utilizing electric vehicles. A 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E modified for police use has been assigned to the MSP’s State Security Operations Section to be used by properties security officers at state-owned and leased… Read more…

The 2025 BMW i7—an all-electric version of the automaker’s flagship 7-Series, carries over to the new model year unchanged. Listed pricing even remains the same, although an increase of the mandatory destination charge from $995 to $1,175 bumps up the effective cost of an i7 somewhat. The three-tier lineup still starts with the single-motor… Read more…

Battery supplier SK On recently gave an update on its research into solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, claiming “breakthroughs” that could bring these batteries closer to production-readiness. In a press release, SK On said it’s developing two types of solid-state batteries: one with a sulfide-based electrolyte, and one with an… Read more…

ChargePoint aims to curtail vandalism at public electric vehicle charging stations by equipping them with cut-resistant cables and alarm systems. The company unveiled both features Thursday, confirming that cut-resistant cables will be available for all of its “commercial and fleet charging stations.” It also plans to license the cut-resistant… Read more…

Stellantis has reportedly cancelled a bigger-battery version of the Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck that the automaker previously said would offer 500 miles of range. According to a Wednesday Mopar Insiders report, the truck brand is now telling suppliers that the long-range model has been cancelled, and to cease work and spending on any parts… Read more…

Hyundai is expanding an offer of free home chargers or public-charging credits for owners of the refreshed 2025 Ioniq 5 electric vehicle. This perk was previously offered to owners of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N performance variant, but Hyundai confirmed Thursday that it’s now available to owners of other Ioniq 5 models as well. Customers can… Read more…

Stellantis has cancelled a bigger-battery version of the Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck that the automaker previously said would offer 500 miles of range. According to a Wednesday Mopar Insiders report, the truck brand is now telling suppliers that the long-range model has been cancelled, and to cease work and spending on any parts related to… Read more…

Slovenia’s Elaphe is emphasizing performance applications for its in-wheel electric motors. At CES 2025, the company unveiled the Sonic 1, a thin electric motor it claims is compatible with high-performance brakes. That can be difficult with in-wheel motors, as they occupy the same real estate as brake hardware. Slimming down the motor allows for… Read more…

The next Polestar electric vehicle will be a compact SUV called the Polestar 7, the automaker confirmed Thursday in a business update. The Polestar 7 will be manufactured in Europe, and will mark the beginning of a move to a single common architecture for future vehicles, according to Polestar. The brand currently relies on an assortment of… Read more…

Honda and Acura electric vehicles will be able to use Tesla Supercharger stations starting this spring, Honda said Wednesday in a business update. As with other non-Tesla brands, Honda and Acura EV owners will receive adapters that allow Tesla’s NACS connectors to plug into their CCS-equipped vehicles. The automaker did not provide any further… Read more…

Tesla’s opening its Supercharger network to non-Teslas Ford and Rivian were the first non-Teslas to plug in The opening of the Supercharger network has been a continuous ramp and not an all-in situation By the end of 2024, nearly ever major EV brand selling cars in the U.S. had signed on to offer Tesla Supercharger access, and eventually adopt the… Read more…

Stellantis has halted development of what was to be the first electric vehicle for its Chrysler brand, shifting focus to other electric models. The Chrysler Airflow concept unveiled in 2022 was to serve as the basis for a production electric SUV, but Mopar Insiders reported earlier this week that development work on this model had been suspended… Read more…

General Motors on Wednesday signed a multi-year agreement with Norway’s Vianode for supply of synthetic graphite anode material for electric vehicle batteries. The deal runs from 2027, when Vianode expects to begin producing synthetic graphite at a new North American plant, to 2033, according the companies. The material will be used in battery… Read more…

Those who purchased a Kia EV after Sept. 4 will get free NACS adapters in 2025 Kia hasn’t said how much the adapters will cost for everyone else Kia EVs will be able to charge at Tesla Superchargers before the end of the first quarter Kia on Tuesday modified its rollout plan for Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters and access to… Read more…

Acura’s second EV will be the RSX The RSX will be a fastback crossover SUV built in Ohio The RSX will feature Honda and Acura’s next-gen operating system called Asimo Acura will add a second electric SUV to its lineup this year, this time designed in-house, and once again recycling a name from the brand’s past. The automaker announced Wednesday… Read more…

The tiny Telo MT1 electric truck will be available with solar panels The solar panels will add 1-2 kwh of energy to the battery per day Aptera, which hasn’t yet delivered its electric three-wheeler, will supply the solar panels The tiny Telo MT1 electric pickup truck will be able to recoup some range from the sun thanks to solar panels supplied by… Read more…

A brace of luxury brands are slated to get Tesla Supercharger access soon. Tesla recently updated the NACS page on its website to show BMW, Genesis, Lucid, and JLR (incorporating Jaguar and Land Rover) on the “coming soon” list of automakers supporting the Tesla’s Superchargers. Specific timing isn’t listed, however. After Ford kicked things off… Read more…

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV sees a small price increase for the new model year, but few other changes. After remaining unchanged for the 2024 model year, pricing for the entry-level rear-wheel drive EQS 450+ rises $850 to $106,400. All prices include a mandatory $1,150 destination charge that’s unchanged for 2025. This single-motor version… Read more…

Ford is looking at ways to make electric vehicle battery packs easier to repair—especially as their cooling systems become more advanced—a patent filing indicates. The document, which was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Dec. 12, 2024, after being submitted by Ford Jun. 12, 2023, details how battery… Read more…

JLR is looking to use recycled content in seat foam to further lower the environmental impact of its future electric cars. The automaker announced in November that it’s working with chemical company Dow and seat specialist Adient to recycle polyurethane seat foam, a difficult task that means most of the material usually ends up in landfills… Read more…