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Some units of the Rivian’s R2 were recalled again, but that didn’t stop it from breaking sales records
About 14 R2 SUVs may have loose high-voltage battery pack fasteners, Rivian says, risking a sudden loss of power.
Tesla’s emergency escape feature could help in a crisis, but damage could cost $25,000
Tesla's new Emergency Drive Away feature lets you pull away without unplugging from a Supercharger. The catch? It breaks both your car and the charger, and repairs can reach $25,000.
BMW i3 is here to make range anxiety look silly because now it can go up to 468 miles on a single charge
BMW’s revamped 2027 i3 returns as a four-door electric sedan with 468 miles of estimated range, 463 horsepower, all-wheel drive and a $62,850 starting price.
Hyundai Ioniq V launches with a 27-inch 4K display, 20-minute fast charging and up to 650 km of CLTC range
Hyundai has launched its latest electric fastback in China, pairing a futuristic design with AI technology, advanced driver assistance, and multiple configurations for local buyers.
Car apps are sharing sensitive data, and fixing car privacy takes more than a settings toggle
A study of 21 vehicles and 30 apps raises car data privacy concerns. Here’s what researchers found and what drivers should check before changing settings.
The LFP pivot: Why battery chemistry is becoming crucial when buying an electric vehicle
LFP batteries are gaining ground in North America as automakers seek cheaper, durable EVs. Here's why less range could make more sense for everyday drivers.
Volkswagen is bringing the Tiguan name into the electric era with a new ID. Tiguan
Volkswagen is bringing its bestselling Tiguan into the electric era. The new ID. Tiguan replaces the ID.4 and ID.5, debuts in early October, and hits Europe in early 2027.
Volkswagen Jetta gets a sleek rebirth at an unbelievable price and a bad surprise
Volkswagen's Jetta M6 electric sedan launches in China at $12,035, undercutting rivals, but it won't reach US or European buyers.
Renault brings the R8 Gordini back as a 270hp electric concept
Renault has revived the iconic 8 Gordini as a 270hp electric concept, combining rear-wheel-drive heritage with a dramatic two-seat coupé design.
Toyota’s 2028 Corolla could bring gas, hybrid, PHEV and EV powertrains
Toyota’s next-generation Corolla could include an electric version priced around $30,000, giving US buyers another affordable EV option alongside gas and hybrid models.
Volkswagen’s sleek new electric fastback combines 470 miles of range with a surprisingly low $29,000 price
Volkswagen opened presales in China for the ID. Unyx 09, an Xpeng-co-developed EV with 470 miles of range and 5C fast charging.
A clever battery breakthrough could make EVs lighter while squeezing more range from the same pack
KAIST researchers used a chipmaking technique to tackle lithium dendrites, potentially paving the way for smaller, lighter EV batteries with more range.
China’s Geely teases absurd fast-charging tech that can juice up an electric car in just four minutes
Geely is preparing a 2.2MW EV charging system that could deliver a four-minute charge, putting China's fast-charging race even further ahead.
Your EV battery could be losing years of life because its cells age differently
A new Nature Energy study digging into real-world EV battery data finds that uneven cell aging is quietly costing cars and buses serious range and battery life.
CEER’s first EV packs 1,111 horsepower and looks unlike anything America drives
The Exobot sedan and SUV mark Saudi Arabia's entry into EVs, pairing wing doors and a 48-inch curved display with up to 1,111 horsepower and no US launch in sight.
Hackers tore down a Flock camera, and what they found inside is raising new privacy concerns
Hackers pulled a Flock camera off a pole, cloned its storage, and shared the data with journalists. Here's what it reveals about how these cameras actually work.
Maserati is headed to China for survival, pinning its hopes on an electric GT and SUV
Maserati reportedly plans a new electric GT and SUV with Huawei and JAC, tapping Chinese EV technology and manufacturing as the struggling Italian brand searches for a turnaround.
Tesla’s archrival BYD just launched an EV that goes over 300 miles and costs around $11K
BYD’s updated Atto 2 adds a 501km battery option while keeping the Chinese lineup’s starting price around $11,150, although the extra range comes with less power.
The best jump starters for cars in 2026
Keep a backup plan right in your vehicle's trunk with one of the best portable jump starters in 2026
The used EV landmine: Why reading the odometer isn’t enough anymore
With electric cars, two identical three-year-old models sitting side-by-side with the exact same 45,000 miles on the dashboard can have vastly different battery lives.
GM’s new trucks aren’t ditching Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
GM's trucks are getting smarter screens without forgetting the buttons.
Google Maps on Android Auto will display speed and traffic alerts even with no destination set
Google Maps will soon show speed, speed limits, and traffic signs on Android Auto even without an active destination set.
Volkswagen Mission Efficiency sets three EV records, and the numbers are wild
Volkswagen’s Mission Efficiency EV set three world records, including a 0.158 drag coefficient and 1,278 km real-world journey on one charge stop.
Hyundai delays its homegrown self-driving software by two years, calls in Nvidia to bridge the gap
Hyundai is pushing its own driver-assistance software to 2029, two years behind schedule, and partnering with Nvidia to fill the gap.
Geely TT is another Chinese EV with unbelievable performance and a price tag under $20K
Geely’s Galaxy TT combines 570hp, 800V charging and a 3.8-second 0-100km/h sprint with a starting introductory price of just $19,100 in China.
Xiaomi’s $44,000 SUV that turns into a two-story camper at the press of a button
Xiaomi’s SkyNomad N90 Max Explorer Edition brings a factory-integrated pop-up roof, heated sleeping area, and five-seat camper layout to China for around $44,100.
Audi just built an incredibly efficient EV that squeezes more miles from its battery, but you can’t buy it in the US
Audi unveiled the A2 e-tron, its most efficient EV ever, with up to 646km WLTP range, starting at 38,200 euros, though it's unlikely to reach the US market.
China’s latest budget EV costs under $7,000, and it’s basically a four-seat electric go-kart
Geely’s updated Panda Mini Karting Edition brings a CATL battery, 130 miles of claimed range, and a giant rear wing to China for around $6,540.
Order an Uber and a self-driving Mustang might show up
Londoners can now get something unusual when they order an Uber: a self-driving Ford Mustang Mach-E. And you won’t have to pay extra for the experience.
Range Rover Electric arrives with 543hp, 600km range, and a starting price of the moon
JLR’s first electric Range Rover costs more than $200,000, with 600km of claimed range, 543hp, 350kW charging and serious off-road capability.
A solar ambulance has successfully tackled 500 miles of difficult terrain
A solar-powered ambulance developed by Solar Team Eindhoven has completed an 800-kilometer Kenya test, proving it can travel to remote clinics and power medical equipment.
$1 is all it took for Texas to litter the state with Flock surveillance cameras from drivers’ pockets
Roughly 3,200 Flock cameras in Texas were funded through money raised by a $1 auto insurance fee originally approved to combat vehicle crime.
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