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Front three quarter view of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan.

Lux and refreshingly livable, Mercedes’ EQE moves EVs mainstream

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan continues Mercedes' quest to offer an electric equivalent of each of its gasoline models.
Front three quarter view of the 2023 Genesis Electrified G80.

2023 Genesis Electrified G80 Review: old-money luxury gets an electric edge

While it's based on a gasoline car, the Electrified G80 is a surprisingly good EV with old-money style and luxury to match.
Rendering of the Jeep Recon electric SUV.

Jeep is launching its first two electric SUVs in the U.S. in 2024

Jeep plans to launch four electric SUVs by 2025, with two confirmed for the U.S.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan with Drive Pilot.

We tested the self-driving Mercedes tech so advanced, it’s not allowed in the U.S.

Mercedes-Benz Drive Pilot reaches a new level of sophistication for driver-assist systems. We hit the track to see what it can do.
Front view of the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX.

We drove Mercedes’ hand-built EQXX concept, and it’s unlike any other EV

The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX shows how EVs of the future can compete with gasoline cars on range.
Front three quarter view of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB.

2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB first drive review: An EV better than its gas sibling

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB is essentially an electric version of the GLB-Class compact SUV.
The front three-quarter view of a 2022 Rivian against a rocky backdrop.

2022 Rivian R1S first drive review: An EV SUV fit for an expedition or a drag race

Rivian follows up its vaunted R1T pickup with the R1S electric SUV, which adds three-row seating without losing the modern off-roading features that put these EV beasts in a class of their own.
Front three quarter view of the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq electric SUV.

Cadillac Lyriq first drive review: Electric manifesto

Brash, unique and genuinely innovative, the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq shows the kind of EV that GM can build when it tries.
2023 mercedes benz glc class preview

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class takes a subtle approach to tech

The redesigned 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class luxury SUV adds more tech features and a new mild-hybrid powertrain.
Front three quarter view of the Buick Wildcat EV concept.

Buick announces plan to go all-electric with stunning EV concept

The Buick Wildcat EV concept isn't going into production, but Buick does plan to go all-electric by 2030.
Front three quarter view of the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid

2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid first drive review: Style and substance

The 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid makes a bold design statement, but backs it up with a great hybrid powertrain.
Front three quarter view of the Lincoln Star concept.

Lincoln Star concept previews upcoming EVs

The Lincoln Star concept lights the way for a range of four EVs Lincoln plans to launch by 2026.
Front three quarter view of the 2023 BMW i7.

The all-electric BMW i7 is a home theater on wheels

The 2023 BMW i7 is the first all-electric version of BMW's flagship 7 Series sedan.
mercedes benz eqs suv preview

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is a luxury SUV for the family

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the automaker's first electric SUV for the U.S. market.
The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid perched on a rock.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe first drive review: Do-it-all plug-in

As it inches toward an electric future, Jeep adds a plug to one of its most popular SUVs.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe front three quarter trailside

Off-roading in a plug-in Jeep is like hiking with A/C

We tested the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid at Jeep's home away from home.
Front three quarter view of the Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance EV.

Lucid doubles down on horsepower with the Air Grand Touring Performance

The latest version of the Lucid Air luxury EV is the Grand Touring Performance, which Lucid claims can do zero to 60mph in 2.6 seconds.
Front three quarter view of the Jeep Magneto 2.0 EV concept

Jeep built a monster electric prototype to show what EVs can really do off-road

Jeep built a prototype electric Wrangler with over 600 horsepower and massive tires. And it's awesome.
Front three quarter view of the 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge electric car.

2022 Volvo C40 Recharge first drive review: EV fashion statement

The Volvo C40 Recharge is the automaker's first EV without a companion gasoline model. But does that make a difference?
Teaser image of the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore electric car.

Maserati is going electric, and it’s starting with a 1,200-hp luxury coupe

Maserati plans to go from having no EVs to a full lineup of them in the span of just a few years.
Front three quarter view of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz electric van

The Volkswagen Bus is back, and this time it’s electric

Announced in 2017, the Volkswagen ID. Buzz is an electric van inspired by the classic VW Microbus that's scheduled to make its North American debut in 2024.
mercedes amg eqe sedan preview

Mercedes-AMG EQE proves performance EVs are here to stay

The Mercedes-AMG EQE sedan is the second electric model from Mercedes-Benz's AMG performance division and packs up to 677 horsepower.
Front three quarter view of the 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale

Alfa Romeo Tonale kicks off a tech-centric ‘metamorphosis’

The 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale crossover SUV represents a new tech-focused direction for the storied Italian automaker.
2022 toyota tundra i force max hybrid review front three quarter

2022 Toyota Tundra hybrid first drive review: New dog, old tricks

The 2022 Toyota Tundra i-Force Max is the first hybrid pickup truck from the company that brought you the Prius.
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia towing an Airstream trailer.

2023 Toyota Sequoia supersizes hybrid tech

The redesigned 2023 Toyota Sequoia three-row SUV gets a standard hybrid powertrain and more tech, but keeps its rugged character.
A 2019 Chevrolet Volt on the road.

General Motors enters the used car game with CarBravo

General Motors is launching an online used-car sales platform called CarBravo, which will include non-GM vehicles, the automaker said.
An autonomous Volkswagen ID.Buzz prototype.

VW will finally unveil its electric ID.Buzz production model in March

The Volkswagen ID.Buzz electric van will make its public debut in production form March 9. Volkswagen announced plans for the retro EV in 2017.
A color-changing BMW iX electric SUV.

BMW shows off an electric car with color-changing paint at CES 2022

BMW used technology from e-readers to give its iX electric SUV a color-shifting exterior.
Exterior view of the Chrysler Airflow concept.

Chrysler Airflow concept is a sleek, screen-filled EV

The Chrysler Airflow concept is an electric SUV with a 400-mile range and next-generation infotainment system.
The Motorola MA1 wireless adapter for Android Auto.

Motorola MA1 gives your car wireless Android Auto

Motorola is launching a plug-in adapter at CES 2022 that can give cars wireless Android Auto capability.
The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept in motion.

Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept is a luxury EV with a 621-mile range

Mercedes-Benz is bringing an ultra-efficient EV to CES 2022 with world-beating range, but you can't buy one.
A European-spec Fiat 500 EV on the road.

Stellantis going full throttle on electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids at CES 2022

Stellantis' CES 2022 booth will be chock-full of EVs and plug-in hybrids from Jeep, Fiat, and Citroën.
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 front three quarter view.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 first drive review: Retro modern

The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first vehicle designed by Hyundai to be an EV from the start.
Front three quarter view of the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric.

2022 Hyundai Kona Electric review: Everyday EV

The 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric gets some tech and styling upgrades, and still boasts impressive range.