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Mercedes EQS with solid state battery technology in the factoryAnnouncements

Mercedes’ Solid-State Battery Hits the Road

Mercedes is leading the charge with solid-state batteries—lighter, safer, and delivering up to 40% more range. See how this innovation will transform EVs.

Dave Nichols2 min read
A teal Honda prologue driving through the forest.Announcements

Honda Upgrades Prologue With More Range, Tesla Charging

Honda’s Prologue EV SUV is an amazing success story. By the last quarter of 2024, it had become the best-selling non-Tesla electric car in the U.S., and the second-best selling EV SUV in the country. Upgrades for 2025 strengthen its value proposition even more.

Laurance Yap3 min read
blue bmw ixAnnouncements

What Are 2025’s Most Satisfying EVs to Own?

The results of a recent Electric Vehicle ownership study reports that customer satisfaction with EVs is higher than ever. This year, the BMW iX ranked as the most satisfying EV to own overall, while the Hyundai Ioniq 6 was ranked as the top mainstream EV.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Red Ferrari SF90 StradaleAnnouncements

First All-Electric Ferrari is Coming

Six new Ferrari models are coming this year and one of them is an all-new, all-electric supercar that is poised to turn heads, burn rubber, and break the bank!

Dave Nichols2 min read
White Polestar 3 in front of a snowy forestAnnouncements

Polestar Is Offering $20,000 to Tesla Owners

Upstart brand Polestar is offering a huge $20,000 sales incentive for Tesla owners to switch to the new Polestar 3 crossover. Will it manage to lure buyers to its sleek new crossover? And how does the Polestar 3 compare to the Model Y?

Laurance Yap3 min read
The Chevrolet Blazer EV.R NASCAR Prototype does a smoky burnoutAnnouncements

This Electric NASCAR Prototype Has 1300 Horsepower

NASCAR is a sport dominated by the sound of V8 engines. But Chevrolet’s Blazer EV.R prototype is bold enough to ask what an EV in the series would look and feel like. The result is a 1,300-hp AWD monster based on the NASCAR next-gen chassis.

Laurance Yap4 min read
EV Charger Announcements

Hyundai Now Offers a Free Home Charger With Ioniq 5

Been thinking of making the switch to electric? Hyundai has made it even easier, bundling a free charger or a $400 charging credit with the 2025 Ioniq 5, one of our favorite EVs.

Laurance Yap3 min read
EV charging at homeAnnouncements

Ford Extends Free Home Charger Install Program

Ford is extending its Power Promise program, a promotion that provides electric vehicle buyers a free charger with home installation and a suite of other services that make owning an EV easier.

Laurance Yap2 min read
Chevrolet Blazer EV electric SUV drivingAnnouncements

Today's Best EV Lease Deals

We examine the very best EV lease deals on the market to present you with the best offers available through our Lease Deals resource. Check out the best deals available this month. Click here to learn more about them.

Kevin Jennings2 min read
California Zero-Emission VehiclesAnnouncements

California Will Relaunch EV Credits if Federal Credit is Eliminated

California continues to lead the nation in EV adoption, with over 2 million electric, plug-in hybrid, and hydrogen-powered vehicles sold across the state. And it will step in to provide a California EV rebate if the Trump administration eliminates the federal EV tax credit.

Laurance Yap3 min read
person holding EV chargerAnnouncements

California Expands Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS)

California has often led the country on the path towards lower emissions, and the latest update to the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard program strengthens its commitment to reducing the environmental impact of transportation.

Kevin Jennings3 min read
EVs using Tesla SuperchargersAnnouncements

Volvo and Polestar EVs Can Now Access Tesla Superchargers

Swedish brands Volvo and Polestar are the latest automakers to open up access to Tesla’s excellent Supercharging network for their EV drivers. 2025 model year vehicles will ship with a Tesla plug adapter, which is also available from dealers starting in November.

Laurance Yap2 min read
Dodge Charger Daytona EVAnnouncements

A Dodge Charger EV with Solid State Batteries

Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram, will launch a demonstration fleet of all-new Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles in 2026 equipped with solid-state battery technology from Factorial.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Nissan Ariya chargingAnnouncements

Nissan Expands Charging Options for Ariya Drivers

If you’ve been thinking about buying or leasing the excellent Nissan Ariya EV SUV, ownership just became more attractive. In addition to a lower starting MSRP, Ariya drivers now get unified access to over 90,000 public chargers across North America.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Tesla Robotaxi and RobovanAnnouncements

Robotaxi, Robovan, and Optimus: What’s Next for Tesla?

Tesla recently held a major event to announce its Cybercab autonomous taxi, the Robovan autonomous bus, and a slew of other new products and service. We take an in-depth look at the announcements, and place them in context with prior Tesla launches.

Chase Drum6 min read
Ford electric truck chargingAnnouncements

Ford Is Now Including a Home Charger and Installation When You Purchase an EV

If you’ve been on the fence about making the switch to electric – and have concerns about how to charge at home – Ford just made things a lot easier for you. Buyers of its electric vehicles now get a complimentary home charging station, and Ford is even covering installation costs.

Laurance Yap3 min read