Rivian is entering a different phase For Rivian, the R2 is more than a new model. It is the vehicle that could decide how far the brand can stretch beyond its early premium audience. Until now, Rivian has been known for larger, higher-priced electric vehicles. The R2 changes that by moving into a more competitive…

BYD shifts its expansion map BYD is looking at Canada as part of its next manufacturing push. The company is studying whether the country could support a future vehicle plant, though no final commitment has been made. What stands out is BYD’s preferred approach. The automaker appears to favor full control of any factory it…

Lucid maps out its next phase Lucid used its March 12 investor day to show where it wants to go next. The company did more than tease future vehicles. It also laid out a broader business plan built around lower costs, new revenue channels, and higher production volume. At the center of that strategy is…

Electric vehicles continue to prove their value as fuel prices rise. While gasoline costs change quickly, EV drivers rely on electricity that often remains far more predictable. As a result, many EV owners enjoy stable driving costs while others watch prices at the pump climb. For EV drivers, daily fueling works very differently. Instead of…

Leadership Change as EV Startup Prepares for Launch EV startup Slate Auto has named Peter Faricy as its new CEO, just months before the company plans to launch its highly anticipated affordable electric pickup. Faricy replaces Chris Barman, a longtime Chrysler executive who helped guide the company since it emerged from stealth last year. While…

Canada’s EV Market May Soon Welcome New Players Canada may soon see the arrival of Chinese-manufactured electric vehicles, and Lotus appears ready to move first. The brand, owned by Geely Group, is preparing to bring its EVs to Canada once the government finalizes a new tariff framework for vehicles built in China. The upcoming policy…

Kia Focuses on Cabin Comfort in Its Smallest EV Kia is pushing refinement in the compact electric segment with the new EV2. The small electric SUV was designed and engineered in Europe specifically for regional roads and driving conditions. However, Kia did not just focus on range or performance. Instead, engineers placed Noise, Vibration, and…

Mercedes Enters a New Electric Era Mercedes-Benz has revealed the all-new electric VLE, a vehicle designed to blend limousine comfort with the practicality of a multi-purpose vehicle. The model marks the debut of the brand’s new Van Architecture platform, which allows engineers to rethink both design and interior layout. Instead of focusing only on passenger…

Uber and Zoox Team Up for Driverless Rides Autonomous rides could soon appear directly inside the Uber app. Zoox, the self-driving company owned by Amazon, plans to launch its robotaxis on Uber’s platform in Las Vegas later this year. However, the rollout depends on regulatory approval. Zoox must first receive permission from U.S. safety regulators…

A New Performance Option in Porsche’s Electric SUV Family Porsche continues expanding its electric SUV range. The brand has now introduced the Cayenne S Electric, a new variant that fills the gap between the entry-level Cayenne Electric and the range-topping Turbo model. This version focuses on balance. It brings stronger performance than the base model…