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The Lotus Emeya brings electric supercar performance for four
While the Eletre SUV was something of a first big departure for the company, the Emeya is a quick second-act. The Emeya is a four-door sedan with a swoopy, coupe-like profile, comfortably seating four and, Lotus says, offering somewhere around 300 miles of range from a 102kWh battery pack.
Honda will use Tesla’s EV charging standard in North America
Honda announced today that it’s switching to Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for upcoming EVs sold on the continent. Honda models that go on sale in 2025 and later will use NACS instead of the Combined Charging System (CCS).
Mercedes-Benz teases a smaller, cheaper G-Wagon luxury EV
Mercedes-Benz is reportedly developing a more budget-friendly sibling to its hotly-anticipated G-Class all-electric SUV. The EV will be a smaller, cheaper version of its iconic G-Wagon and it was unveiled this weekend at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich. CEO Ola Kallenius confirmed the move and said the “baby” G-Class EV will be significantly more compact than its cousin and that it’ll be “fun to drive.”
BMW's 'Vision Neue Klasse' concept teases high-efficiency EVs
The latest concept design makes its debut at the IAA Mobility 2023 International Motor Show.
The Mini Cooper Electric gets a brand new look and up to 250 miles of range
It can go up to 250 miles on a single charge.
Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum Black first look: A menacing new trim for Ford’s flagship EV truck
Coming in early 2024, the F-150 Platinum Black edition will but the new top trim for Ford's electric truck. However, with a production run capped at 2,000 vehicles it's going to be very exclusive.
Lamborghini’s new all-electric concept car was inspired by spaceships
Lamborghini revealed a new EV concept vehicle at Monterey Car Week. The all-electric Lamborghini Lanzador boasts all kinds of high-tech bells and whistles, with a design actually inspired by spaceships. This grand tourer (GT) vehicle features plenty of infotainment features, with a large Y-shaped center console bridge and a slim dashboard for making adjustments. The driver also has instant access to climate controls and various digital functions via an integrated “pilot’s unit.”
Acura's ZDX EV has an estimated 325 miles of range and starts at around $60,000
Honda has finally unveiled the Acura ZDX at Monterey Car Week. It claims the EV will have a range of up to 325 miles on a single charge for a starting price of around $60,000.
Cadillac’s first Escalade EV has a 450-mile range and starts at $130,000
Cadillac revealed its first all-electric Escalade today. The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is a $130,000-and-up extravagance using GM’s Ultium batteries to offer a 450-mile range. But its price isn’t the only thing that’s formidable about the SUV: It’s even bigger than standard gas-powered Escalades — and nearly as long as the long-wheelbase model, the Escalade ESV. However, Cadillac says it’s still “estimated to be the most aerodynamic full-size SUV ever produced by GM.”
Tesla sued for false advertising after allegedly exaggerating EV ranges
A lawsuit accuses Tesla of false advertising for allegedly exaggerating EV ranges.
Mazda stops selling its only EV in the US
Mazda has halted US sales of its first EV, the MX-30, as it plans a comeback.
Volvo EX30 first look: The compact electric SUV we need
The upcoming EX30 is what Volvo is calling the first premium compact electric SUV by offering a bunch of high-end features in an EV that starts at just $35,000.
Formula E breaks indoor land speed world record in 'unlocked' Gen3 car
The indoor land speed world record now belongs to Formula E and NEOM McLaren driver Jake Hughes.
Tesla allegedly formed a team to quash driving range complaints
Tesla allegedly built a team to minimize complaints about the company's EV driving range.
Major automakers team up to create new North American EV charging network
Seven major automakers have banded together to create a new charging network in North America, with an eventual target of 30,000 high-powered charge points near urban and highway locations. The companies involved with the venture include BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes and Stellantis.
Tesla plans to license its Full Self-Driving system to other automakers
Tesla set new internal records for EV production and deliveries in Q2 as Cybertruck production (sorta?) comes online.
Ford drops F-150 Lightning prices by up to $10,000
Ford is shaving up to $10,000 off the cost of an F-150 Lightning across all variants, bringing the electric truck somewhat closer to its initial pricing. The base F-150 Lightning Pro is dropping by nearly $10,000 to $49,995.
Tesla’s Texas factory has produced its first Cybertruck
After multiple years of delays, it looks like the Cybertruck is finally on its way to consumers.
Hyundai shows off its high-performance Ioniq 5 N EV
Hyundai has debuted its electric Ionic 5 N at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The automaker says this high-performance version of the Ioniq 5 can go from zero to 62MPH in as little as 3.4 seconds and that it has a top speed of 161MPH.
This EV is basically an RC car hit with a growth ray
If you’ve ever wanted to point that ole’ growth ray at your childhood toys, UK-based The Little Car Company has got you covered. The organization has built an adult-sized version of the Tamiya Wild One RC car that took the kid world by storm back in the 1980s. This is a fully electric vehicle with eight swappable battery packs that add up to an advertised 124 miles of range.