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Electric vehicles have been getting a lot of attention as governments push automakers to zero-emissions solutions. However, a recent global survey by Deloitte shows that the majority of Americans aren't yet ready to go full-electric as EV costs remain a concern. Read on for full details.

Tires are a key component in the overall efficiency of a vehicle, and low rolling resistance can improve an electric car's range. However, conventional tires are still made by combusting a lot of petroleum products, which isn't good for sustainability. Goodyear's new sustainable tire could help.

Ford has just announced a production increase, and significant price drops, on its popular Mustang Mach-E electric SUV. The number-three selling EV in America, the Mach-E is has a starting MSRP up to $5,900 cheaper, and interest rates have improved as well.

Luxury brand Mercedes-Benz has partnered with ChargePoint and MN8 Energy to open 400 charging hubs, with over 2,500 high-speed chargers, across North America by 2027. The new charging hubs will be accessible to all brands of EVs, and the first one will open by the end of 2023.

Audi has ambitious goals to completely electrify its lineup - and eliminate internal-combustion engines - by 2033. And it plans to do so without building any new factories in any new locations. Learn about its transition to all-electric here.

Toyota is one of the pioneers of electrification, having first introduced hybrid vehicles over 20 years ago. It continues to believe in offering a mix of carbon-reducing technologies such as hybrid, plug-in, and hydrogen in addition to battery-electric. Here's why.

BMW is an automaker that continues to diversify its interests in alternatives to current lithium-ion battery technology. One example: the company recently deepened its partnership with Solid Power, based in Colorado, and will begin pilot production of solid-state EV batteries in Germany.

Leasing an electric vehicle might have just gotten even more attractive. While the new 2023 tax credits favours electric cars made in North America for vehicle purchasers, consumers leasing an EV might be eligible for up to $7,500 – regardless of where the vehicle is made.

Plug-in hybrids combine the zero-emissions benefits of electric cars with the convenience and long-distance ability of gasoline vehicles. But a recent study shows many owners aren't plugging in their PHEVs - meaning that they're actually using more fuel and polluting more than a gasoline car.

Solid-state batteries have been touted as the next big thing for electric cars. They're lighter and smaller, and could deliver a lot of additional range. QuantumScape, one of the leaders in the solid-state space, has just shipped its first prototype cells to vehicle manufacturers for testing.

The United States Postal Service's mail delivery fleet is one of the oldest in the country. The Service has just announced plans to replace 66,000 of its 220,000 vehicles with battery-electric vehicles customized for postal delivery. The first ones will hit the road in late 2023.

If you live in California and were planning on switching to an electric or hydrogen vehicle in 2023, life just got a little bit easier. The state has announced plans to spend $2.9 billion to more than double the number of EV chargers in the state and expand its hydrogen fueling infrastructure.

Interested in an all-electric sedan with over 400 miles of range and a zero to 60 mph time of around five seconds? The Volkswagen ID.7 is capable of that and more. It can even charge 143 miles in just ten minutes. When can you get one? Read on.

The Genesis GV60 electric SUV, which was introduced in 2022, is getting some interesting enhancements for 2023. The most intriguing? Facial and fingerprint recognition systems that will let you unlock and start the vehicle without the key, or a smartphone app.

Ford made big headlines in 2022 when it announced the attractive starting MSRPs for its all-electric F-150 Lightning pickup. But huge demand coupled with supply chain challenges mean that the 2023 F-150 Lightning is substantially more expensive. Is it still worth it? Read on to find out.

The all-new 2023 Toyota Prius - which we think may be one of the best looking hybrids ever - will cost almost $3,000 more than the previous-generation model. But you don't just get stylish new looks; its powertrain and technology have been significantly upgraded as well.

Volkswagen has released a significant update to the ID.4 electric SUV. The update improves the charging experience and fixes bugs and performance issues with its touchscreen infotainment system. It's an example of how electric cars can get better over time.

A new electric car may have gotten more affordable at the beginning of 2023. Thanks to a delay in the government's regulations around battery components and minerals, EVs that would qualify for $3,750 in credits may be eligible for $7,500 until March.

The price of batteries - the most expensive component in any electric car - rose between 2021 and 2022. That's the first time it's happened since 2010, and is already having an impact on electric car prices. How will automakers address this increase, and when will batteries get less expensive?

Honda, one of the leaders in hydrogen fuel cell technology, has announced it will start production of a new fuel cell-powered model based on the CR-V crossover in 2024. It will combine the fast refuelling of hydrogen fuel cells with plug-in capability for battery-electric driving in the city.

Car dealers are having to adapt quickly to prepare for an electrified future. Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat has rolled out a support program for over 2,600 dealerships nationwide to ensure they are ready with the necessary infrastructure and training.