The $7,500 federal EV tax credit is officially gone—and automakers are scrambling. With U.S. buyers no longer receiving government-backed discounts on electric vehicles, brands are being forced to rethink everything: pricing, features, and even entire product lines. Stripped Features, Lower Prices To keep prices attractive, some carmakers are now offering budget versions of existing electric…

Tesla has quietly upgraded the entire U.S. Model 3 lineup with a handful of smart hardware changes. No flashy announcement. No Elon tweetstorm. Just updates—reflected silently in the Design Studio—that now bring the American-spec Model 3 in line with recent international changes. The updates apply to all trims, including the newly released Standard model, and…

Why Rivian Said “No” to CarPlay Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe isn’t picking a fight with Apple—but he is standing firm on Rivian’s software philosophy. In a recent episode of Decoder, Scaringe explained why the automaker continues to skip Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, even as competitors cave to demand. Instead of simply mirroring your smartphone,…

A New Way to Drive, With Familiar Benefits One of the more talked-about features in electric vehicles today is One-Pedal Driving (OPD). While it may sound futuristic, it’s surprisingly intuitive. When you lift off the accelerator, the car slows down thanks to regenerative braking, which also helps recharge the battery. The brake pedal remains available…

EVs Just Got a Lot More Affordable Hyundai is shaking up the EV market with aggressive new pricing across the entire 2026 IONIQ 5 lineup. Price cuts range from $7,600 to $9,800, with an average reduction of $9,155. This marks a bold step toward making electric mobility more accessible for more drivers. The new base…

A More Affordable EX30 Hits U.S. Shores Good news for EV shoppers: Volvo has just dropped a more affordable version of its EX30 electric crossover in the U.S. The new Single Motor Extended Range model starts at $40,245 (including destination) — that’s $6,000 less than the previously available Twin Motor Performance version. But it’s not…

Three Rows of All-Electric Luxury Cadillac is pushing boundaries again with the 2026 Vistiq, a bold, all-electric SUV designed for families who want both high-end comfort and thrilling performance. This full-size luxury EV offers three spacious rows of seating, accommodating up to seven passengers with ease. It blends Cadillac’s signature style and innovation into an…

This October, Rivian is making it easier than ever to get behind the wheel of an all-electric adventure machine. For a limited time only, the EV brand is offering an incredibly low 1.99% APR for 60 months on all 2025 R1T and R1S models. Whether you're eyeing the rugged R1T pickup or the versatile R1S…

Tesla’s New Lease Program: Low Costs, Big Energy Tesla just dropped a major update to its home energy lineup: a new lease program for solar and Powerwall 3 in the U.S. It’s designed to make clean energy easier and cheaper to access—no massive upfront payments required. If you’ve been holding off on going solar, this…

Smarter Tech, Smarter Driving The Chrysler Halcyon Concept previews a bold vision for tomorrow’s mobility. At its core is the STLA Brain, a cloud-connected system that integrates entertainment, autonomy, charging, and more into one intelligent hub. Drivers and passengers will experience a seamless link between their digital lives and their vehicle. A Digital Living Space…