TrendsSmaller Batteries Could Be the Most Important EV Shift of 2026
The next EV breakthrough in 2026 might be boring in the best way: smaller batteries that still cover real life, while finally pushing prices closer to $30K.
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TrendsThe next EV breakthrough in 2026 might be boring in the best way: smaller batteries that still cover real life, while finally pushing prices closer to $30K.
TrendsThe Chevrolet Equinox EV wasn’t built as a tech flex, but it became the top-selling non-Tesla EV in 2025 with nearly 58,000 sales. That matters because mainstream crossovers are where real adoption happens, not just performance headlines.
TrendsCharging is still the biggest question mark for many EV buyers, but the picture is improving. Fast-charging expanded in 2025 and reliability is getting more attention in 2026, even as rural gaps, pricing transparency, and home-charging access still need work.
TrendsOff-lease EVs are flooding the used market in 2026, boosting inventory and buyer leverage. Here’s what it means for pricing, range, and charging.
TrendsWe are currently seeing a significant surge in sales, searches, and availability for pre-owned electric vehicles. The prices for used EVs is down as much as 40 percent over last year making 2026 prime time to buy a quality used EV.
TrendsFinland’s Verge Motorcycles recently announced the launch of the world’s first production Solid State battery powered electric motorcycle. The new TS-Pro e-motorcycle will have a 370-mile range and super-fast charging.
TrendsThere are hundreds of different hybrid vehicles available today and many more coming in 2026 such as the Honda Elevate SUV, the redesigned Hyundai Palisade three-row SUV, the Karma Amaris plug-in hybrid coupe, and an all-wheel drive Ford Maverick pickup. Volvo is creating a new hybrid from its plant in South Carolina to get around current trade tariffs.
TrendseBikes are showing up everywhere these days and the folks at JackRabbit are dedicated to making a line of ultra lightweight, portable micro eBikes with a range of over 20 miles.
TrendsEV sales in the U.S. continue to gain ground in 2025, making a notable leap in the first quarter compared to 2024. Some automakers saw huge surges in sales while others faltered. Who were the winners and losers?
TrendsA clever new feature on EV batteries in Renault vehicles makes EV battery fires much easier to manage, potentially making “thermal runaway” a thing of the past.
TrendsPublic charging infrastructure continues to grow in the U.S., making it more convenient than ever to charge on the go. General Motors and ChargePoint recently announced a new partnership that will open 500 of the fastest chargers available on the market, with the first set to open in 2025.
TrendsIs public charging infrastructure growing fast enough to support drivers’ needs to travel? Statistics from Thanksgiving week, the busiest travel time of the year, shows that availability and reliability of public fast charging has significantly improved in the last year.
TrendsHeadlines claiming a roll-back in EV interest are likely overblown. A recent global survey, with significant U.S. contribution, shows that almost all EV drivers are likely to purchase another.
TrendsThe most expensive component in an EV is its battery. Investment firm Goldman Sachs estimates that batteries in 2026 will cost half as much as they do now. If so, EVs will achieve a cost of ownership advantage compared to gasoline vehicles, even without incentives. Is this where the EV revolution really starts?
TrendsA new study looking at total ownership costs in the Canadian market shows that, despite higher purchase prices, electric cars offer their owners over $18,000 in savings over five years.
TrendsThe latest U.S. election brings significant implications for the car industry, and especially for electric cars. Will the federal tax credit go away? What other changes are in store? And should you buy an EV before the year is out?
TrendsWhen a tornado knocked out the power in Joe Erickson’s neighborhood, the vehicle-to-load feature of his Kia EV6 helped keep his family’s home powered while the grid was down. Here’s how it worked.
TrendsVehicle-to-grid technology uses the battery in your EV to support the electrical grid when you’re plugged in – improving the grid’s resilience and lowering energy costs. Ford’s new partnership with Southern California Edison is the first to provide a tangible financial upside for EV drivers.