Beyond the Price Tag: What Really Drives EV Decisions? Cost savings may kick-start EV curiosity, but it’s far from the only reason people make the leap. In a vibrant Reddit discussion, EV owners opened up about the deeper motivations behind their choices—and the surprising dealbreakers that pushed them away from Tesla. It's About the Experience,…

A Smarter Way to Charge Rivian is stepping up its charging game. The latest over-the-air update (version 2025.18) brings one long-requested feature to the R1S and R1T: manual battery preconditioning. Previously tied to Rivian’s navigation system, this new option gives drivers direct control to prep the battery for faster DC charging—no detours required. Now, a…

A Global EV for the American Road Polestar’s newest model, the 2026 Polestar 4, is officially available for U.S. buyers. Priced from $56,400 (plus a $1,400 destination fee), it’s the most affordable model in Polestar’s growing electric lineup. But unlike its predecessor, this version won’t come from China—it’ll be built in Busan, South Korea, through…

One Charger for Every Driver Electrify America has officially launched next-generation charging stations that make life easier for all EV owners. These new stalls can charge both Tesla and non-Tesla EVs without adapters, thanks to integrated dual CCS1 and NACS plugs at every unit. So far, the first pilot locations are live in Orlando, Florida,…

What’s the Best Way to Charge an EV Daily? As EV ownership grows, one question keeps popping up: what’s the smartest charging routine for daily driving? To find out, we turned to the experts—actual EV owners. From weekend-only chargers to the “always plug in” crowd, the answers are just as diverse as the cars themselves.…

Big EV Discounts for Costco Members Costco is making a bold move into the EV market with a limited-time offer that’s hard to ignore. Through July 31, 2025, members can save up to $3,000 on a range of electric vehicles from General Motors and Volvo. These deals come through Costco’s Auto Program and are designed…

Lucid Rolls Out Record Discounts Lucid Motors is shaking up the premium EV segment with its most aggressive price cuts to date. Throughout the month of June, the automaker is offering up to $31,500 in total savings on the 2025 Lucid Air sedan lineup. These are the largest discounts Lucid has ever rolled out, and…

Old Panel, New Problem For many EV owners, especially in older homes, upgrading to a Level 2 charger can hit an unexpected wall—your electrical panel. One Redditor recently shared their situation: a 1962 home running on an 80-amp panel, already maxed out. The fix? A full panel upgrade quoted at a whopping $10,000. Understandably, that's…

Ready for Your First EV? Thinking about switching to an electric vehicle? Great decision. But before you start hunting for deals, there’s a lot more to know than just battery size or brand. This isn’t just about going green—it’s about getting the right EV for you. And making the wrong call? It can cost you…

The Speed Illusion: Charging Isn’t Just About the Plug Hyundai’s new Ioniq 9 is more than just a good-looking family SUV—it’s an electric powerhouse. With its spacious interior, bold styling, and rapid charging capability, it’s quickly turning heads. But there's one thing even some early adopters might not know: plugging into a Tesla Supercharger doesn’t…