Hyundai finally unveiled the much-anticipated Ioniq 5 N last July, and it’s made its debut in North America in November. It will be available at dealers in the US later this month, and today we finally have pricing for it. The Ioniq 5 N costs $66,100 plus a $1,375 “freight” fee, for a total of $67,475. That’s it, this is… Read more…

Volvo is partnering with UK startup Breathe Battery Technologies to bring faster and smarter charging to all of its upcoming electric cars. Volvo’s Tech Fund corporate venture capital arm is investing in Breathe an undisclosed amount, which would see the startup’s charging tech make it to Volvo EVs. Breathe’s algorithm-enabled charging software promises to optimize and improve the charging performance… Read more…

Back in December of last year, we found out the name of Alfa Romeo’s first EV – it will be called Milano. That’s the Italian way to say the name of the city of Milan, and that city is where Alfa Romeo was founded in 1910, so this is all about going back to roots or some such thing. At… Read more…

The newly introduced Kia EV9 is off to a great start with warm reception by reviewers and early adopters alige. So obviously we had to perform our range test and see how well it stacks up against the competition. The bulky EV9 has all odds against itself – it’s shaped like a brick wall and weighs as much as two… Read more…

Hot on the heels of the ID.7 Tourer, the German automaker has just announced the performance-oriented GTX version of it, with a promise that this electric wagon is packing serious heat. While the standard ID.7 Tourer prioritizes range and family practicality, the GTX is all about delivering an exhilarating driving experience. This is Volkswagen’s answer to performance EVs in the… Read more…

Fiats have always exuded a certain effortless cool, and the new 500e electric vehicles are no exception. The Italian automaker has embraced a bold ‘drop’ strategy for the US release of this iconic electric car. In a surprise move, Fiat revealed two uniquely themed, luxury iterations – the ‘Inspired By Music’ and ‘Inspired By Beauty’ trims. Fiat’s ‘drop’ approach does… Read more…

Xiaomi, the electronics magnate known for its budget-friendly smartphones and smart home gadgets, is finally ready for a different kind of battle. After years of anticipation, the Chinese tech giant is finally launching its first-ever electric vehicle, the sleek SU7 sedan, on March 28th. The SU7 will be available for customer test drives starting on the 25th of March, and… Read more…

Porsche introduced the new Taycan Turbo GT today andlongside its track-focused sibling, the Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package. These models take the already blistering performance of the Taycan Turbo S to the next level, promising to challenge the limits of EV technology. The Taycan Turbo GT is capable of producing peak power outputs of over 815 kW. A cutting-edge… Read more…

For years, the American EV market has been dominated by a supersizing trend, but Rivian’s recent R2 and R3 reveals suggest a major shakeup is coming. Following their debut in Laguna Beach, California, both the Rivian R2 and R3X prototypes were spotted out on the open road. This real-world sighting offers a closer look at Rivian’s brave move towards smaller,… Read more…

You know how the saying goes: the next big advancement in battery technology is always just around the corner. One of the companies working on developing improved batteries for EVs is StoreDot, and today it’s announcing that it now has a manufacturing partner for its cells, which it dubs “Extreme Fast Charging” (XFC). This is Eve Energy, a Chinese company… Read more…

The anticipation is mounting as Huawei and BAIC’s new joint venture inches closer to launch. The duo aims to revolutionize China’s premium EV scene with the debut of a sleek executive sedan, set to be unveiled at the upcoming Beijing auto show in April. The biennial event marks a welcome return after it was canceled in 2022 due to the… Read more…

Tesla’s Supercharger network, once the exclusive domain of its own electric vehicles, is starting to feel a bit crowded. The company’s decision to open its chargers to other EV brands has been a boon for electric car adoption, but it’s also exposed some design quirks in older Supercharger stations. Namely, the charging cables just aren’t long enough to comfortably reach… Read more…

The Tesla Model Y, pretty much a mascot for the electric revolution, has had a bumpy ride on the range front lately. The Performance version, known for its zip and once boasting over 483 km of range, just had its most recent EPA-estimated number slashed from 459 km down to 449 km. For Tesla enthusiasts, this might be a shrug-worthy… Read more…

Lotus, the brand synonymous with lightweight, agile sports cars, has thrown its hat into the electrified hyper-GT ring with the Emeya. It arrives amidst a flurry of promises – blistering performance, surprising practicality, luxurious tech, and the potential to rewrite what an electric grand tourer can be. Lotus hopes that this is a turning point for the company as it… Read more…

Electric cars are the future, or so we’re relentlessly told. But as with most things shiny and new, there’s a catch or two lurking beneath the hype. A new report by analyst company Gartner claims that that as early as 2027, battery-powered vehicles will cost automakers less to produce than those old-fashioned, gas-powered ones. Whether you’ll see that reflected in… Read more…

Audi just announced a 2024 refresh of its Q4 55 e-tron SUV. The 55 is to remain the only available powertrain for the Q4 e-tron as the company is dropping the Q4 45 and Q4 50 e-tron. Positively, the new Q4 55 e-tron is starting at the same price as the old Q4 50, so you’ll be getting more power… Read more…

After a few weeks of teasers and a last-minute leak, yesterday Rivian made the R2 official as promised, and the upcoming SUV starts a little lower than expected, at €41,900. Perhaps for that reason, or simply because it’s an enticing proposition on many other levels, more than 68,000 reservations for the R2 have already been received by Rivian in less… Read more…

After unveiling the Ariya Nismo back in January, Nissan officially ioened sales for the spiced-up Ariya in Japan. With extra power and more aggressive styling, the new version of the popular electric SUV is available to order with deliveries scheduled for June this year. Nissan hypes the Ariya Nismo as a flagship EV, and the specs back it up. You… Read more…

Tesla’s Cybertruck isn’t just a weird looking toy “for Silicon Valley people”, which looks good “parked in front of a hotel”. It can also do off-road stuff, did you know? Well, Tesla wants you to know, so it’s released a couple of promo videos today showing the Cybertruck doing just that. And this isn’t just anywhere, mind you. The Cybertruck… Read more…

Volkswagen is now opening sales for its latest electric offering, the ID.7 Tourer. This all-electric wagon targets the European market with a focus on families and those with active lifestyles. In its base configuration, the ID.7 Tourer Pro starts at €54,795 in Germany. Interestingly, the Tourer undercuts its sedan sibling by €2,200 without skimping on any equipment. While you won’t… Read more…