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VW ID. Polo Prototype Drive: “Volkswagen Is Back”
Driving a prototype for next year's VW ID. Polo makes this reviewer declare that the brand has returned to its roots. The ID. Polo looks like a regular Polo, going away from the unusual design of previous ID cars. This…
These Pre-2026 EVs Are Still Filling Dealer Lots, So Expect Big Price Cuts
Many luxury EVs are about to get significantly cheaper as we step into 2026. That’s because dealers still have a lot of leftover inventory for 2025 and even 2024 models. As time passes, dealers will want them gone sooner rather…
How The Ford F-150 Lightning Saved Lives
The Ford F-150 Lightning lived a short life. But for many people, it was a lifeline when the going got tough. When a hurricane took power out at a Florida veterinary clinic last year, the Lightning’s giant battery powered it…
This One Chart Shows What Happened To EVs In America In 2025
U.S. EV sales will fall by 2.1% in 2025, Cox Automotive says. This decade, electric car sales soared as more models hit the market and awareness grew. Policy whiplash put an end to that growth story in 2025. So what…
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Wont Get A 2026 Model
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz won't come back for the 2026 model year. Sales of the retro-inspired minivan got off to a slow start, in part due to its high price and relatively skimpy range. A VW spokesperson pushed back against…
This Former Tesla Executive Could Be GM’s Next CEO
Happy Friday and welcome back to Critical Materials, your go-to source for the news driving the future of transportation. On today's docket: GM CEO Mary Barra could pick an EV and autonomy pioneer as her successor. A period of wild…
Rivian R1T Owners Can Now Get A Solar Tonneau Cover For Off-Grid Camping
This is the world’s first solar tonneau cover designed specifically for the Rivian R1T electric pickup. Made by Worksport, a New York-based company, it can send power to an external battery pack that can be fully charged in four hours.…