This week, President Joe Biden's outgoing administration finalized rules effectively banning all Chinese- and Russian-connected vehicle tech from American roads—a landmark crackdown with far-reaching effects, not least on the rising trade of inexpensive Chinese EVs. The US Commerce Department has argued that the rules, first proposed in September, are necessary to protect American vehicles…

It’s fair to say Honda’s been behind the ball when it comes to electric vehicles. Chevrolet launched the Bolt EV in 2016, Ford introduced the Mustang Mach-E in 2020 and Tesla’s been doing its thing for far longer than that. Aside from compliance-car experiments like the Honda Fit EV, any Americans who wanted a battery-powered Honda had…

Stellantis has cancelled a bigger-battery version of the Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck that the automaker previously said would offer 500 miles of range. According to a Wednesday Mopar Insiders report, the truck brand is now telling suppliers that the long-range model has been cancelled, and to cease work and spending on any parts…

With its distinctive retro-futuristic style, advanced 800V architecture, state-of-the-art 350 W fast charging, pleasurable driving dynamics, and spacious cabin, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 can make a strong case to be the best all-around affordable EV. If not the absolute best, it’s still one of our favorites.  It may feel like the Ioniq…

Audi will launch more plug-in hybrids in the coming year, likely as a hedge against fluctuating EV sales. The automaker launched several new models in 2024, with a restructured lineup creating a sharper delineation between internal-combustion and electric vehicles. Audi will continue building out that lineup in 2025, but with plug-in hybrids closing some of…

Chrysler has paused development on its first EV, which was supposed to debut in 2026. This raises questions regarding the timeline for the EV's launch. The CEO of Chrysler recently said that the EV is "coming soon" without sharing additional details. We're going to have to wait even longer for a Chrysler EV, which is…

A brace of luxury brands are slated to get Tesla Supercharger access soon. Tesla recently updated the NACS page on its website to show BMW, Genesis, Lucid, and JLR (incorporating Jaguar and Land Rover) on the "coming soon" list of automakers supporting the Tesla's Superchargers. Specific timing isn't listed, however. After Ford kicked things…

Ola Kallenius is asking the EU to drop the fines for automakers who don't comply with the new emissions regulations. Kalleniusis the CEO of Mercedes-Benz and the president of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). For 2025, automakers' new models have to emit less than 95 grams of CO2 per kilometer on average. Otherwise, fines…

Slovenia's Elaphe is emphasizing performance applications for its in-wheel electric motors. At CES 2025, the company unveiled the Sonic 1, a thin electric motor it claims is compatible with high-performance brakes. That can be difficult with in-wheel motors, as they occupy the same real estate as brake hardware. Slimming down the motor allows for larger…

Rivian was the largest manufacturer of electric vans in the U.S. last year. Its Commercial Van (RCV) outsold the Ford E-Transit and Mercedes-Benz eSprinter combined. GM's Chevrolet BrightDrop van made it into the top 3. With news of Rivian’s R1S electric SUV making it on the top 10 list of best-selling EVs last year, it’s…