EV Owners Are Surprisingly Loyal to Their Cars Electric vehicle owners often start with curiosity. Many try EVs because of attractive lease deals or new technology. However, something interesting happens after people live with them. They want another one. In a recent online discussion among EV drivers, hundreds of owners shared which models they would…

SEC Ends Investigation Into Faraday Future Faraday Future just received a major regulatory break. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its multi-year investigation into the electric vehicle startup. Importantly, regulators did not recommend penalties or enforcement actions against the company or its executives. That includes founder and Co-CEO YT Jia, President…

A Tesla Feature Many Owners Forget Exists Spring allergies can make driving miserable. Sneezing, itchy eyes, and polluted air often follow drivers into the cabin. However, Tesla quietly built a solution years ago. It’s called Bioweapon Defense Mode, and it’s one of the most powerful air filtration systems found in any production car. Despite the…

Xiaomi Doubles Down on Its EV Play Xiaomi has unveiled the next-generation SU7, signaling a serious push deeper into the EV space. The updated electric sedan arrives in three versions—Standard, Pro, and Max—bringing improvements in design, performance, and in-car tech. Pricing starts at around RMB 219,900, positioning it competitively in China’s fast-moving EV market. Familiar…

A New Robotaxi Alliance Takes Shape Uber and Rivian are joining forces to bring autonomous ride-hailing to scale. The two companies plan to deploy up to 50,000 fully self-driving vehicles over the next several years. This marks one of the most ambitious robotaxi partnerships announced so far. The vehicles will be based on Rivian’s upcoming…

Tesla Moves Closer to Europe Launch Tesla says it has finished the final testing stage for Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in the Netherlands. The company has also submitted its full approval package to Dutch regulators, marking a major step toward a long-delayed European rollout. For Tesla, this is one of the most important regulatory moments yet…

It’s Not Just About Going Electric Switching to an EV often starts with big expectations—lower costs, zero emissions, new tech. However, what really wins drivers over are the small, everyday moments. After just a few weeks behind the wheel, many say the experience feels completely different from traditional cars. The biggest surprise? How quickly it…

Lexus Finally Electrifies the ES Lexus is taking a major step forward. For 2026, the ES sedan arrives with its first-ever fully electric models. At the same time, a new hybrid version is on the way. This dual approach gives buyers more flexibility as the brand expands its electrified lineup. The new ES isn’t just…

Polestar Redefines In-Car Navigation Polestar just secured the SMARTBEST 2026 award, and it’s not for performance—it’s for software. The EV brand earned recognition for integrating Google Maps’ live lane guidance directly into the driver display of the Polestar 4. As a result, navigation becomes more intuitive, especially in high-pressure driving situations. What Makes This Feature…

EV Ambitions Hit a Reality Check Rolls-Royce is easing off its plan to become fully electric by 2030. The ultra-luxury brand will now keep both electric and combustion models in its lineup. This shift highlights a key challenge: EV adoption at the high end is moving slower than expected. Buyers Still Want the V12 Experience…