Inside EVs - Automotive

All-In-One Battery Promises More Range And Faster Charging In A Smaller Package

Stellantis’ “breakthrough” battery pack integrates all the pieces that are usually scattered around the car.

Tesla Fan Attempts Coast-To-Coast FSD Drive, Ends Up With A $22,000 Repair Bill

The YouTuber attempted to do what Tesla CEO Elon Musk suggested back in 2016. It nearly ended in disaster, with a huge repair bill and a big headache.

The Uncomfortable Truths About Why The EV Credits Had To Die

The electric vehicle tax credits die soon. Did they ever stand a chance? Plus, Ford's F-150 Lightning BlueCruise gets an upgrade.

Here's The Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV Cruising Through The Alps

The C-Class With EQ Technology is expected to boast more than 500 miles of range. We caught it out in the wild, and here's what we know.

Acura Has Axed Its Electric SUV A Week Before The EV Tax Credit Ends

The Acura ZDX EV may be dead for now, but Acura still plans to launch a new electric model, the RSX, next year.

Lucid Gravity: We're Finally Driving One. What Do You Want To Know?

Several of us are getting seat time with Lucid's electric Gravity SUV, which seems to be a long-distance, fast-charging monster. What do you want to know?

This Affordable, Mini-Sized Electric Truck Just Got Closer To Reality

Telo closed a $20 million Series A funding round led by Tesla cofounder Marc Tarpenning.

'GM Sold Us Out': California Gov. Newsom Furious As $7,500 Tax Credit Disappears

Today on Critical Materials: California can't offset the EV tax credit, BYD warns Europe that it's ready to play and Tesla owners in China file suit over FSD.

Jeep Cancels America’s Shot At Getting A Plug-In Hybrid Pickup

Europe has the Ford Ranger PHEV, and the United States could have had a Jeep Wrangler pickup with a plug. Not anymore.

Guess Which Supecar Maker Is Building An Electrified SUV (And Sedan): Report

Just like Ferrari, which gave in and launched the Purosangue, McLaren is also planning to launch four-door vehicles with a hybrid twist.

EVs Are Now Cheaper Than Gas Cars in America—But Not for Long

Historically expensive electric cars are now a bargain, thanks to the expiring EV tax credit and hefty manufacturer incentives.

'The Second Generation Of Hybrids:' Volvo Will Build EREVs In America

The New Mercedes-Benz CLA Is Looking Like A Charging And Road-Tripping Beast

Mercedes-Benz’s entry-level EV is impressive on paper. It’s even better in the real world, as one YouTuber recently found out.

The 2025 Volvo EX90 Was A Disaster. Volvo Gave It A Giant Upgrade For 2026

The 2025 EX90 felt like a rough draft. The 2026 version aims to fix that, with a new 800-volt architecture and some other major upgrades.

'A Dumpster Fire Inside A Train Wreck:' Why Volvo Is Replacing Every EX90's Central Computer

When the EX90 launched, Volvo promised imminent software fixes for its many bugs. But a year later, the company is making bigger changes.

A BYD EV Is Now The Fastest Car In The World

BYD’s YangWang U9 Extreme broke the 300 mph barrier earlier this month in Germany, making it the fastest production car in the world.

BMW Is Still Betting On Hydrogen SUVs

The upcoming iX5 will be available as a pure electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, with the latter arriving in 2028.

Tesla's 'Affordable' Model Y Will Make A Lot Of Sacrifices: Report

Leaked details from a Tesla hacker reveal that

Porsche Is Making Another Gas-Powered Boxster. Here's Why EV Fans Shouldn't Be Mad

The next 718 Cayman and Boxster were supposed to be EV-only. But adding a gas version is a smart move, even if you're an EV evangelist.

How Hyundai Plans To Launch Its First Extended-Range EVs

Like Scout Motors or automakers in China, Hyundai's first extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) will focus on SUVs, the company's CEO said.

Porsche’s Flagship Electric SUV Gets The Cold Shoulder

After the all-electric Macan and Cayenne, Porsche said it would launch an even bigger electric SUV. That’s no longer the case.

Porsche's EVs Are Incredible. Here's Why They Still Face A Perfect Storm

Why even Porsche's electric strategy needs an overhaul now. Plus: Xiaomi issues a critical fix, and America has a new auto safety czar.

EV Sales Are Booming In Europe–Except For Tesla

European EV sales increased by double digits. Meanwhile, Tesla experienced the exact opposite, as it struggles to regain lost ground.

Ultra-Luxury Brands Were Early Promoters Of EVs. Here's Why That's Changing

The world's biggest names in performance and ultra-luxury cars are delaying or re-balancing their EV plans as demand and brand identity force a rethink.

The Biggest Problem With Volvo Plug-In Hybrids: Volvo ERAD Failures Explained

The automaker’s all-wheel drive PHEVs are smooth and fast, but they have an Achilles’ heel that goes by the ERAD acronym.

The Original Chevy Bolt EV Is Slow. These Guys Turned Into A Race Car Anyway

It turns out that a used Bolt EV is one of the cheapest ways to get into racing. Just don’t expect to win any awards.

Europe Just Took Away The Final Excuse for Not Buying An EV

Here's how a long electric road trip across Europe's best roads proved to me that range anxiety is a thing of the past.

Tesla charging: How can I lower my electric bill?

Utility companies in states across the country offer discounted rates for drivers who want to charge their electric vehicles at home.

Why Xpeng Is Taking Tesla's Controversial Approach To Autonomy

Tesla isn’t the only company using cameras and AI to solve autonomy. Several prominent Chinese companies are in on the tech, too.

Kia EV9 VS. Hyundai Ioniq 9: Which Three-Row Electric SUV Is Really Best?

It's time for an electric people-mover title fight. The stellar Kia EV9 faces off against its cousin, the new Hyundai Ioniq 9. Which is really best?

Tesla Full Self-Driving Subscription: Is It Worth It?

While the feature is self-driving, Tesla specifies that supervision is still required.

SEO: EV Vs. Gas Car: What Saves More Money In the Long Term?

“255,378 miles between two EVs. Total maintenance cost excluding tires has been $340.”

The Rivian R1T Is Finally Getting A Long-Awaited Upgrade

The adventure-oriented electric truck’s powered tonneau cover has been riddled with issues from day one. Not anymore, says Rivian.

Koreans Are Furious Over Hyundai Metaplant Immigration Raids

We also discuss Waymo’s foray into public transit and Scout Motors’ big investment in South Carolina.

Even Buses Are Getting Plug-In Hybrid Powertrains Now

Sweden’s Scania joins a very short list of bus makers that offer PHEV options. The Volkswagen Group-owned company believes this approach is the best of both worlds.

China’s EV Market Is Eating Its Own Tail

Years of hefty government subsidies and a brutal price war have put China’s EV industry in a tough spot.

Used Chevy Silverado EV Trucks Get 450-Mile Range For $40K

The fact that it's a 9,000-pound truck says a lot about modern American EVs. Excess reins, even in the electric era.

Tesla's Door-Handle Disaster, Explained

On the Plugged-In Podcast, we examine how Tesla once tried to reimagine how door handles work—and how the outcome may change things for the entire industry.

Why Hyundai Is Pouring Another $2.7 Billion Into Georgia

Today on Critical Materials: Hyundai infuses cash into Georgia, Europe fears job losses from Chinese EVs and Slate finds an upside to losing the EV tax credit.

The Tesla Model Y Could Get A Huge Range Boost From Panasonic's New Cells

This is how much more range the Tesla Model Y could get thanks to Panasonic's new breakthrough battery technology.