Meet the Li Auto L9—a high-tech, feature-packed electric SUV from China that's capturing global attention. With a price tag of just $54,000, it offers amenities you’d expect in vehicles twice the cost. Think full-reclining massage seats, a massive center display, panoramic screens, a 3D surround system, and even a selfie mode. It’s no surprise that…
Mercedes-Benz is turning up the voltage in Texas. The luxury automaker is rapidly expanding its high-power EV charging network across the state. With over 150 charging stalls already live and more on the way, Texas is set to become a key player in the EV charging game. The goal? Build out 2,500 stalls across North…
Kia just dropped a major EV bombshell—an electric pickup is officially on the way for North America. Announced during the company’s CEO Investor Day, this all-new model will be designed from the ground up on a fresh EV platform, optimized for both urban driving and off-road fun.
Unlike its bigger rivals, this EV pickup isn’t…
Kia Sets All-Time Sales Record in March
Kia America just wrapped up its strongest March and first quarter ever. With 78,540 units sold last month, the brand achieved a 13.1% year-over-year increase, continuing a six-month streak of record-breaking performance.
Across Q1, Kia sold 198,850 vehicles, a 10.7% jump from the same period in 2024. Helping…
A Bold Move with Big Impacts
President Trump has announced a sweeping 25% tariff on imported vehicles and auto parts, aiming to boost U.S. manufacturing and generate $100 billion in annual revenue. The policy, set to take effect this April, is already shaking up the auto industry—and the stock market.
GM and Ford shares dropped…
Big Battery Buzz, Tiny EV Trend
While automakers like Toyota make headlines with large EVs and electric pickups, something much smaller is quietly gaining traction: tiny EVs. Think minimalist, urban-ready vehicles designed for short trips, easy parking, and ultra-low cost.
One of the newest? Toyota's FT-Me, a compact two-seater concept aimed squarely at Europe’s quadricycle…
In the wake of President Trump’s sweeping tariffs on vehicle imports and parts, car buyers braced for price hikes. But on Friday, Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai announced they’re keeping prices steady—at least for now.
Hyundai confirmed it will maintain prices across its lineup through June 2, backed by a new Customer Assurance Program. “We want…
The Cold Problem EVs Haven’t Solved—Until Now
Charging your EV in the freezing cold is no one’s idea of fun. What takes 20 minutes in the summer can stretch painfully longer in sub-zero conditions. Range drops. Charging slows. It’s a known issue that’s kept many cold-climate drivers on the EV fence.
But now, a team…
From Waste to Wonder
Electric vehicle batteries don’t last forever. And when they die, they leave behind a mess—both physically and environmentally. But in Tavistock, England, a small company named Altilium is doing something big: turning shredded EV batteries into reusable minerals that can power the next generation of clean transport.
It starts with "black…
A Surprising Driver Behind EV Sales
Forget torque and tech specs—it's all about the dogs. As EV growth slows and price concerns rise, one unexpected group is keeping the momentum alive: pet owners. Features like “Pet Comfort” modes are making EVs a must-have for dog-loving drivers.
In Roseville, Minnesota, the local fire department chose a…