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2024 Kia EV9 Set to ‘Inspire’ Electrified Future for Korean Automaker

Kia’s new flagship is coming in 2024. The EV9 electric SUV is not only intriguing in its own right, but gives great insight into Kia’s…

Written by Paul Eisenstein March 28, 2023

2023 Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE Review: AWD and Lots More Power

We got behind the wheel of the 2023 Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE to bring you all the details about this AWD battery-electric crossover.

Written by Paul Eisenstein March 24, 2023

Long on Luxury, Short on Range: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e Review

I got behind the wheel — and yoke — of the first Lexus battery-electric vehicle (BEV), the RZ 450e. It impressed me, but not in…

Written by Paul Eisenstein March 16, 2023

2023 Rivian R1S Launch Edition Review: Not Intuitive but Worth the Effort

We spend a week in the Detroit winter finding out what the 2023 Rivian R1S Launch Edition SUV is all about. We came away impressed…

Written by Paul Eisenstein December 19, 2022

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV First Look: Also, First Proper Battery-Powered AMG

Mercedes-Benz isn’t wasting time building up its lineup of battery-electric vehicles. The newest addition is the 2023 EQE SUV.

Written by Paul Eisenstein October 17, 2022

2023 Kia Niro Review: An ‘Aero Blade’ and 3 Unique Personalities

The 2023 Kia Niro gets notable improvements in all three drivetrain configurations. And the 53mpg EPA rating is a big draw for Earth-savvy consumers.

Written by Paul Eisenstein October 11, 2022

The ‘Affordable’ Electric SUV Has Arrived: 2023 Chevy Equinox EV

The 2023 Equinox EV will come in at ‘around $30,000’ when it reaches showrooms next year. Chevy hopes America will see it as an ‘affordable’…

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 08, 2022

It’s Official: Next-Gen Acura NSX Will Be Battery-Electric

Top Acura executive confirms next-generation NSX will be battery-electric-powered.

Written by Paul Eisenstein August 31, 2022

2022 Polestar 2 Review: Less Money, More Range

The 2022 single-motor, front-wheel-drive Polestar 2 provides genuinely unique styling and plenty of interesting tech.

Written by Robin Warner August 05, 2022

Mercedes Could End Range Anxiety Once and for All: We Drive the Vision EQXX Prototype

We traveled to Germany to get a first-hand experience behind the wheel of the Mercedes Vision EQXX prototype. Range anxiety be gone!

Written by Paul Eisenstein July 24, 2022

Polaris 2023 Ranger XP Kinetic Review: Quiet, Maintenance-Free, Powerful, and Fun Battery-Electric UTV

In December, Polaris announced the first full-power, full-capability, go-anywhere, hulk-everything electric UTV. We finally got to take one for a test drive at Polaris’ headquarters…

Written by Berne Broudy July 06, 2022

What the Plug? EV Charging Explained

Your quick guide to EV charging, fast, slow, at home, and on the go.

Written by Evan Williams June 23, 2022

All-Electric Chevy Blazer Is Coming, But Can It Bring Glory Back to the Iconic Nameplate?

An all-new Chevrolet Blazer EV will make its formal debut on July 18, according to General Motors CEO Mary Barra.

Written by Paul Eisenstein June 15, 2022

We Went to Vietnam to Drive the 2023 VinFast VF 8 Electric SUV

We got a look at what new automotive company VinFast has going on, plus time behind the wheel of the VF 8 electric SUV hitting…

Written by Paul Eisenstein April 28, 2022

Subaru Finally Goes Electric: 2023 Solterra Review

Subaru bursts onto the battery-electric vehicle market with its 2023 Subaru Solterra. How does it stack up? Our reviewer put it to the test.

Written by Paul Eisenstein April 27, 2022

First Drive Review: Toyota Finally Goes All-Electric With 2023 bZ4X

With the new 2023 bZ4X, Toyota is playing catch-up as the industry races to electrify. We drove the all-electric crossover SUV to see how it…

Written by Paul Eisenstein April 14, 2022

Jeep Will Fully Electrify First Model in 2023, ‘Every SUV Segment’ by 2025

The first all-electric Jeep is set to debut in early 2023, and it will quickly be followed by a procession of additional battery-electric SUVs. Jeep…

Written by Paul Eisenstein March 01, 2022

Lotus Type 132: British Sport Car Company Goes Electric With Its First SUV

Lightweight icon Lotus Cars is building the Type 132 — its first SUV, first battery-electric vehicle (BEV), and second electric vehicle.

Written by Evan Williams February 23, 2022

Some Electrons Between Friends: Ford Vehicle-to-Vehicle Charging

Ford is the first to market with a vehicle-to-vehicle charging solution. But Ford’s Pro Power Onboard system doesn’t stop there.

Written by Paul Eisenstein December 21, 2021

2023 Nissan Ariya Battery-Electric Crossover Debuts at LA Auto Show

It’s been a decade since Nissan introduced the Leaf, the world’s first mainstream battery-electric vehicle. Since then, sales have slowed to a trickle, but the…

Written by Paul Eisenstein November 18, 2021

Toyota Plugs in With New bZ4X Battery Electric SUV

Toyota debuted its first long-range battery-electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The bZ4X is Toyota’s first of seven planned ‘Beyond Zero’ BEVs.

Written by Paul Eisenstein November 17, 2021

Subaru Solterra EV Crossover Surprise: Electrified Adventures Are Coming

Long reluctant to get into the electric vehicle market, Subaru is finally ready to launch its first long-range EV, thanks to a partnership with Toyota.

Written by Paul A. Eisenstein November 11, 2021

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