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.
The resistance against Flock surveillance cameras has birthed a vigilante movement in the US
Across the US, growing privacy concerns over Flock’s AI-powered license plate readers have triggered a wave of pushback, with residents and city councils fighting back against roadside surveillance.
Volkswagen’s new $20,000 electric SUV shows what US buyers are missing
Volkswagen’s new ID. Aura T6 starts at around $20,000 in China, highlighting the growing gap between affordable EV options there and in the US.
Parents can now watch their teen’s Uber ride in real time
Uber is giving parents another way to keep tabs on teen rides, but its new live video feature also raises a few privacy questions.
Volkswagen launches $13,400 ID. Era 5S with 99 miles electric range
Volkswagen’s new ID. Era 5S starts at around $13,400 in China and combines plug-in hybrid power with up to 160km of electric-only range.
Hyundai’s new Ioniq V undercuts the cheapest EV in US by over $10,000
Hyundai officially unveiled the Ioniq V, its first China-exclusive EV, starting under $18,000 with a 27-inch display and dual AI chatbots.
BYD’s $37,000 Da Han EV offers range and features usually reserved for luxury cars in the US
BYD's new Da Han flagship EV sedan starts pre-sales in China at roughly $36,850 and offers up to 1,008 km of CLTC range.
The missing $20,000 EV: Why small, affordable electric cars don’t work on North American roads
Cheap electric cars thrive in Europe and China, but North America’s regulations, roads and obsession with bigger vehicles have left the affordable EV behind.
MG 07 electric sedan starts under $16,000 and it’s another sign that the US options are just bad
MG has officially launched the 07 sedan in China with both EV and PHEV versions, starting around $16,000, and a range that stretches all the way to 845km.
Study finds animated warnings can help distracted drivers spot hazards more reliably
A new study suggests a small animated character that points toward danger could help distracted drivers spot hazards they might otherwise miss.
Genesis launched a flagship electric SUV and gave it more power than the Ferrari Amalfi
Genesis has unveiled the GV90, its largest electric SUV yet, packing 657 horsepower, a massive battery, lounge-like luxury and an unusual roof-mounted airbag.
Apple Wallet driver’s licenses are coming to North Carolina, but there’s a catch
North Carolina is preparing digital driver's licenses, with Apple Wallet support expected in early 2027 after an initial NC Wallet rollout.
All 2027 GM cars will be able to charge using Tesla Superchargers anywhere in the country
GM will equip every 2027 Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC EV with a native NACS port, making Tesla Supercharger and other compatible fast chargers easier to use.
Lamborghini’s latest Revuelto SV puts the F in fun with a special drive mode
Lamborghini's new Revuelto SV brings 1,050 hp, sharper handling, GT3-derived technology and a dedicated Pilota driving mode to its V12 hybrid supercar.
Ferrari’s newest one-off took two years to build, and only one person will ever drive it
Ferrari unveiled the CZ26 at Pebble Beach, a one-off supercar built on the SF90 Stradale's bones but wrapped in a completely new, 1970s-inspired design.
Rivian refreshes its 2027 R1 lineup with new trims and a big seating upgrade
The 2027 Rivian R1S finally offers optional captain's chairs, while the whole R1 lineup gets simplified trims and a fresh Esker Silver paint option.
BYD just dropped a $16,000 car into an EV price war America can’t compete with
BYD’s new Seal 06 starts at $14,700 as a plug-in hybrid and $16,100 as a full EV, bringing flash charging, long range, and high-end tech to bargain-car pricing.
Volkswagen’s $17,000 plug-in hybrid makes America’s cheapest EV look overpriced
Volkswagen’s new ID. Era 5S starts at just $17,175 in China, putting a huge price gap between it and America’s cheapest electric cars.