Electric vehicle fans were treated to a double dose of surprises by Rivian. After the somewhat predictable reveal of the practical R2 SUV, the company unveiled the sleek R3 and its performance-oriented sibling, the R3X. Though details remain scarce, here’s what we know about these smaller, more thrilling siblings in the Rivian family. Unlike the R2, which looks like it’s… Read more…

Is Tesla about to deliver the most potent Model 3 yet? A recent leak suggests that the ever-popular Model 3 Performance is about to get a major shakeup with a powerful new rear motor, pushing it further into enthusiast territory. Tesla’s Model 3 is the bedrock of the brand’s electric revolution, and its Performance trim has always delivered an extra… Read more…

Rivian finally took the wraps off its highly anticipated R2 electric SUV and…well, it looks awfully familiar. If you own an R1S, the automaker’s current SUV offering, you might need a double-take to differentiate it from this new sibling. If you see the R2 on its own on the street (not any time soon) – you’ll struggle to tell which… Read more…

The Ioniq 6 was first announced back in 2022, but to keep the vehicle fresh, Hyundai decided to release a special Black Edition version in its home country South Korea. The Black Edition doesn’t come with any performance improvements and it’s mostly about styling. The vehicle is equipped with 20-inch matte wheels, black front and rear molding as well as… Read more…

It’s March 7 today, and you know what that means, right? It’s time for Rivian’s R2 to finally get official. We’ve seen plenty of teasers about it, there was even a last-minute leak this week, but nothing beats an actual unveiling ceremony, and that’s exactly what Rivian has planned for later today. It kicks off at 10 AM Pacific, which… Read more…

Tesla made a new Model Y, but it’s not the new Model Y we’ve all been waiting for, the long-rumored Project Juniper, which we recently found out isn’t coming this year to either the US or China. Instead, we’re talking about a Model Y with the rear seats removed. All that’s left, seating-wise, are the two front seats. The rest… Read more…

In its latest attempt to boost its EV sales BMW is resorting to an unusual gambit – luring existing EV owners away from their current brands with a cash bonus. The electric car market growth slowed down a bit lately, but few existing owners would even consider going back to an ICE car. So BMW believes it can maintain its… Read more…

The guys at Battery Life did a real life efficiency test on the new Skoda Enyaq 85, which is equipped with the new 210 kW APP550 electric motor from Volkswagen and put it against the older Skoda Enyaq IV 80, running on the far less potent 150 kW motor. The rules are pretty simple – both cars drive at 130… Read more…

Audi’s Q6 e-tron has been a very long time in the making – back in 2022 it was supposed to go into production in 2023, for example. In the meantime, we’ve seen it undergo winter testing and cruising the streets of Denver, and in September last year Audi showed off its interior for the first time. But it still hasn’t… Read more…

Kia had to resort to sending a letter to its US dealers practically begging them not to mark up the EV9’s price, and yet it seems like this is still going on – not at all dealers, naturally, but some are even now charging about $7,000 above MSRP. That’s an interesting amount, because $7,000 is exactly how much you can… Read more…

The EU is firing up the grill, and Chinese electric vehicles are feeling the heat. Brussels launched a probe into alleged government subsidies that could be giving Chinese carmakers an unfair leg up in the European market. The outcome could lead to tariffs and make those sleek Chinese EVs a lot less affordable, possibly throwing a wrench into their ambitious… Read more…

BMW, the automaker celebrated for its spirited driving dynamics, is poised to unveil a slew of electric cars in a radical shift toward battery-driven power. The new lineup dubbed the “New Class” in homage to a transformative period in the company’s history, represents more than just a new badge – it’s a complete overhaul of development, production, and BMW’s very… Read more…

Dodge is making a rebellious stand in the electric vehicle market with its first all-electric muscle car, the Charger Daytona. While most EVs prioritize efficiency and eco-friendliness, Dodge came up with an electric car that delivers thrilling acceleration and a healthy dose of nostalgia. The heart of the Charger Daytona is an uncompromising powertrain. Gone is the iconic rumble of… Read more…

Xiaomi may be gearing up to officially launch its SU7 at a special event at the end of March. The information was reported by Lanjinger, citing unnamed internal sources. The event plays nicely with deliveries of the vehicle, which Xiaomi President Lu Weibing revealed are targeted for Q2. The report continues that Xiaomi has begun building its special 2S stores… Read more…

Euro NCAP is the automotive industry safety body that you probably know because of its extensive crash testing of new cars and awarding of stars to them. A five-star Euro NCAP rating is a coveted thing in the industry, even though the testing isn’t mandatory. Now, Euro NCAP has decided to take its focus on safety to another level starting… Read more…

Yet another massive range test is here, telling us more about how far EVs can really go. The team of WhatCar? took 12 EVs available in the UK and put them through an everyday range test. There was a mix of slow city driving and fast highway mileage, all cars were fully charged prior to the test and all were… Read more…

Nissan is adjusting the price of the Ariya EV, and the adjustment is in your favor. The Ariya is now up to $6,000 cheaper than before. The entry-level Ariya Engage is $3,600 less, now with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $39,590. The cheapest model with the long range battery is $41,190. All of the options are detailed in the… Read more…

Nio is preparing the launch of its first sub-brand, which has so far tentatively been called Alps. This should release cars that are more affordable than Nio’s current offerings, and aimed at families apparently. The first car should hit the Chinese market in the second half of this year, and before that happens a lot of testing is necessary of… Read more…

Rivian, the plucky EV startup that wowed the world with its adventure-ready electric truck and SUV, is about to pull the covers off its follow-up act. The R2, a smaller and more affordable electric SUV, has had its specs leaked just days before its official reveal. If these are true, Rivian could soon be a serious challenger in the highly… Read more…

Hyundai is getting ready to make its first three-row electric SUV official this summer. So far, the car was referred to as the Ioniq 7, since it’s going to be based on Hyundai’s Seven concept, which was shown a back in 2021. And yet – this is Hyundai’s version of Kia’s EV9, which is already available. With that in mind,… Read more…