Coming in 2026: Toyota’s Boldest Electric SUV Yet Toyota is revving up its electric game with the 2026 C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle — a sporty, all-electric crossover packed with power, tech, and head-turning style. Designed for drivers who crave both performance and utility, the new C-HR is set to arrive at U.S. dealerships in 2026.…

A Premium Robotaxi Is Coming Lucid, Nuro, and Uber have announced a high-tech, next-gen robotaxi program. It’s being developed exclusively for the Uber platform and is expected to launch in a major U.S. city by late next year. This isn’t just another concept. The robotaxi blends Lucid’s advanced EV platform, Nuro’s Level 4 self-driving system,…

A New Era of Smart Mobility Begins At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) unveiled its bold vision for the future. The company showcased the AFEELA 1 pre-production model, confirmed U.S. deliveries for late 2026, and introduced the AFEELA Prototype 2026—a new concept vehicle that takes their mission even further. With a…

A winter road trip from Toronto to North Carolina in a Hyundai Ioniq 5 reveals surprising insights into real-world EV efficiency, cost, and the impact of speed, temperature, and charging strategy on long-distance electric driving. Real-World Test: 1,600 Miles, 17 Hours Each Way Long-distance EV travel can be smooth and efficient—with the right planning and…

Beyond Green: What’s Really Fueling the Shift The electric vehicle boom isn’t being driven by environmental guilt alone. A growing number of drivers are switching to EVs because they simply offer a better ownership experience. Lower maintenance, powerful acceleration, home charging, and long-term savings are just a few reasons real-world EV owners are leaving gas…

Home Charging, Done Right Home charging should be effortless—and powerful. Say goodbye to waiting in line at public stations, paying unpredictable rates, or detouring just to top off your battery. With a Level 2 home charger, you plug in overnight and start every day fully charged. Autel’s MaxiCharger lineup transforms your garage into a smart,…

Volkswagen is making a clear statement with its next electric car. Touch-only controls are no longer the future. With the new Volkswagen ID. Polo, physical buttons return to center stage—and drivers finally get what they asked for. A Small EV With a Big Mission Set to launch in Europe this April, the ID. Polo targets…

How EV Materials Support a Circular Future Electric vehicles continue to gain attention for how they are built and how they evolve. One topic often discussed is the materials inside EV batteries and motors. When viewed through a lifecycle lens, these materials reveal a system designed around reuse, efficiency, and long-term value rather than one-time…

The Question Many Future EV Owners Ask Buying an electric vehicle feels exciting. Daily charging at home feels essential. But what happens when a move is already on the horizon? Many homeowners face this exact decision. The good news is simple. You don’t need a permanent setup to enjoy EV ownership right now. The key…

A New Idea Gains Serious Momentum A Singapore-based startup is pushing battery innovation in an unexpected direction. Flint has introduced a compostable, cellulose-based battery designed to reduce toxicity, cost, and supply-chain strain. It won’t turn your EV into a stack of paper—but it brings battery chemistry closer to nature than ever before. The concept arrives…