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…

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…