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EV glossary: All of the electric vehicle jargon you need to know
EV glossary: All of the electric vehicle jargon you need to know
If you need to know obscure electric vehicle terms or want to educate yourself about EVs we have a handy reference with loads of EV definitions.
Bluetooth hack compromises Teslas, digital locks, and more
Bluetooth hack compromises Teslas, digital locks, and more
Security researchers have found a way to circumvent digital locks and security systems that rely on Bluetooth fobs and smartphones for authentication.
Mercedes issues urgent do-not-drive recall for 292,000 SUVs
Mercedes issues urgent do-not-drive recall for 292,000 SUVs
Following the identification of a brake issue, Mercedes-Benz has told 292,000 SUV owners to stop driving their vehicle until it has undergone a safety check.
Tesla recalls 130,000 U.S. vehicles over touchscreen safety issue
Tesla recalls 130,000 U.S. vehicles over touchscreen safety issue
Tesla is recalling 130,000 of its electric cars in the U.S. over an issue with the touchscreen that could result in the device overheating or losing its image.
BMW shipping cars without advertised Apple and Google features
BMW shipping cars without advertised Apple and Google features
The global chip shortage continues to cause problems for automakers, to the point where some are shipping vehicles without all of their advertised features.
2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid first drive review: Style and substance
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.
Ford recalls over half a million vehicles over safety issues
Ford recalls over half a million vehicles over safety issues
Ford is recalling more than 650,000 trucks and SUVs in the United States over a a safety issue affecting the windshield wipers.
Elon Musk eyes 2024 for Tesla robotaxi sans steering wheel, pedals
Elon Musk eyes 2024 for Tesla robotaxi sans steering wheel, pedals
Tesla is aiming to mass produce a robotaxi by 2024, CEO Elon Musk revealed during an earnings call with investors on Wednesday.
Lincoln Star concept previews upcoming EVs
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.
The all-electric BMW i7 is a home theater on wheels
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 is a luxury SUV for the family
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.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe first drive review: Do-it-all plug-in
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.
Off-roading in a plug-in Jeep is like hiking with A/C
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.
Tesla’s Shanghai workers reportedly sleeping at factory
Tesla’s Shanghai workers reportedly sleeping at factory
Workers at Tesla’s Shanghai factory are reportedly sleeping at the site as the city begins to ease lockdown measures aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19.
Inside the Vietnamese giant that wants to sell you your next EV
Inside the Vietnamese giant that wants to sell you your next EV
Vietnam-based VinFast wants to gain a foothold in the U.S. by selling affordable EVs. We spent time in the VF 8 to find out if it can succeed.
Segway’s Engine Speaker makes your scooter sound like a Ferrari
Segway’s Engine Speaker makes your scooter sound like a Ferrari
Segway Ninebot's new speaker for scooters makes four different engine noises that will loudly announce your presence to nearby pedestrians.
Lucid doubles down on horsepower with the Air Grand Touring Performance
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.
Jeep built a monster electric prototype to show what EVs can really do off-road
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.
Officers confused as they pull over an empty self-driving car
Officers confused as they pull over an empty self-driving car
In what appears to be the first incident of its kind, cops recently pulled over a self-driving car with no one inside it. A video shows what happened next ...
Tesla fly-through video shows off new Giga Berlin factory
Tesla fly-through video shows off new Giga Berlin factory
Check out this new drone video featuring a high-speed tour of Tesla’s first European car factory, which opened to much fanfare in March.
Musk sets Cyber Rodeo event for Tesla’s Giga Texas opening
Musk sets Cyber Rodeo event for Tesla’s Giga Texas opening
Almost two years after Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced Texas as the site for a new gigafactory, the facility is all set for a grand opening event in April.
Digital iPhone car keys expand to 2022 Genesis, Kia models
Digital iPhone car keys expand to 2022 Genesis, Kia models
Apple's digital car key feature has been exclusive to BMW. Now the company is broadening the tech's scope.
I bought a gas guzzler with the government’s EV tax credit
I bought a gas guzzler with the government’s EV tax credit
My new Jeep weighs well over 5,000 pounds and gets under 20 mpg. But I love it -- because the government paid me $7,500 to buy it.
Elon Musk busts some moves at new Giga Berlin Tesla factory
Elon Musk busts some moves at new Giga Berlin Tesla factory
Tesla boss Elon Musk celebrated the opening of the automaker's Giga Berlin factory on Tuesday by pulling a few dance moves.
Elon Musk to hand over first Giga Berlin Tesla cars on Tuesday
Elon Musk to hand over first Giga Berlin Tesla cars on Tuesday
Tesla boss Elon Musk has flown to Germany to present to customers the first Model Y vehicles built at the automaker’s new Giga Berlin plant.
2022 Volvo C40 Recharge first drive review: EV fashion statement
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?
Android Auto will now tell you if your USB cable is faulty
Android Auto will now tell you if your USB cable is faulty
Faulty USB cables are a problem for those using wired connections, luckily Android Auto can detect if something is out of line.
Maserati is going electric, and it’s starting with a 1,200-hp luxury coupe
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.
Ford will sell some Explorer SUVs with missing features
Ford will sell some Explorer SUVs with missing features
Ford says the global chip shortage means some of its Explorer SUVs will ship with missing features, though they'll be added when the parts become available.
Personal flying machine looks like a vertical flying saucer
Personal flying machine looks like a vertical flying saucer
A lot of personal flying machines are in the works right now, but this one from a U.S. startup surely features one of the most extraordinary designs yet.
Absurdly long car awarded Guinness World Record
Absurdly long car awarded Guinness World Record
A ridiculously long automobile made up of multiple Cadillac Eldorado limousines has been awarded a Guinness World Record.
The Volkswagen Bus is back, and this time it’s electric
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.
Remember that burning ship carrying luxury cars? It sank
Remember that burning ship carrying luxury cars? It sank
A cargo ship carrying luxury cars from Germany to the U.S. sank in the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday a week after a blaze prompted the crew to evacuate.
Suspected cyberattack causes major disruption for Toyota
Suspected cyberattack causes major disruption for Toyota
Toyota has suspended operations at all of its factories in Japan following a suspected cyberattack on one of its suppliers.