The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid brings the automaker's TMED-II hybrid system to the U.S. for the first time. It's the second generation of Hyundai's entirely in-house developed parallel-hybrid system, which boosts efficiency and power. TMED-II also brings more EV-like features to hybrids. While electric vehicles have made undeniable strides over the past decade, hybrids can…

The Chinese-made BYD Sealion 7 is a direct Tesla Model Y rival in Europe and a viable alternative. It offers a more traditional design and experience than the more futuristic Tesla. The Tesla outperforms it in every single metric, and it's cheaper too. BYD has big ambitions to expand its presence in Europe, and one…

Lexus is moving the ES upmarket with its new generation, which could replace the LS as its global flagship. The new ES will be unveiled at the Shanghai motor show next week, with a stronger focus on electrification. Lexus could offer it with either electric or hybrid power options. The Lexus ES has always been…

Here's my favorite thing about modern EVs: The batteries last longer than most cars. It's the best sign of hope that—once initial kinks are sorted out—EVs have the potential to be far more reliable than internal-combustion cars. I've written about this before, but a new video from RSEV provides more evidence that this simply ain't…

If you asked me which future electric cars I’m most excited about, Subaru models wouldn’t even make the list. I’d probably say the next-gen Chevy Bolt EV or the all-new Nissan Leaf. But car enthusiasts love surprises, and the Subaru Trailseeker EV was exactly that at this year’s New York Auto Show. Subaru sold roughly…

Electric vehicles and adventure-focused SUVs are front and center at this year’s New York International Auto Show. Subaru is coming in hot on both fronts. The carmaker just pulled the wraps off the 2026 Trailseeker EV alongside an upgraded Solterra. And they both look much better in person than in pictures. Subaru has a long-standing…

A Chinese company is selling upgraded battery modules for the aging BMW i3. The company claims its energy-dense pack can double its original driving range. The BMW i3 is a great little electric car, albeit short on range by modern standards. It went on sale way back in 2013, when it was available with a…

The current state of the auto industry feels a lot like a scene from The Office—automakers are putting on a brave face while trying to hide the fact that they secretly shaking in their boots over tariffs. I'll tell you this much: Hyundai is pulling off the brave act so well that I'm wondering if…

Tesla brand loyalty is crumbling. Trade-ins of Teslas increased 250% year-over-year nationwide in March. Used prices are expected to begin to cave to increased supply in the coming months. What would you do if your favorite burger joint fired its kitchen staff, turned into a salad bar where you can only pay with crypto, and…

China's MIIT (Ministry of Industry and Information Technology) has put out new rules for the marketing and implementation of driver assistance features and over-the-air updates.  Automakers in China are no longer allowed to market cars with terms like "autonomous, intelligent or automatic" driving instead of the SAE level designations used around the world.  This comes…