EV
Where Are You Supposed To Put Them?
THUNK! THUNK! THUNK! I was bewildered when I heard the noise from inside the 2025 Kia EV6 I was testing. My car—the same vehicle, a model-year newer—doesn't sound like that. Frankly, no car should sound like that. Was something bouncing…
The Lucid Gravity Touring Is Here. Here’s How Fast It Charges From 0% to 100%
The Lucid Gravity Touring is the American startup’s most affordable SUV. It costs $15,000 less than the Gravity Grand Touring, but it has less power, a smaller battery and slower charging. A new video from Out of Spec Testing reveals…
The Bright Spot For EVs That Nobody’s Talking About
The consumer electric vehicle market is in a bit of a mood right now. With the absence of the EV tax credit, automakers are predicting a market-wide slowdown over the next few quarters, and that puts brands in a weird…
Tesla’s China-Built LG Batteries Are ‘Catastrophic,’ Repair Shop Claims
A European electric vehicle repair shop said Teslas powered by LG battery packs made in China have higher failure rates than those made in Europe or the U.S. The LG cells face accelerated degradation compared to those made by Panasonic.…
The Cayenne EV Is ‘Much Better’ Off-Road Than The Gas Version: Porsche
Porsche’s new Cayenne Electric is poised to be a real weapon off the beaten track. The automaker’s most powerful road car is “unbelievable” in the dunes, according to the model line’s boss. With over 1,000 lb-ft of torque on tap…
This New EV Is Less Than $20,000, But It Leaves Out The Most Expensive Part
The Perodua QV-E is Malaysia’s first homegrown EV. The subcompact electric car starts from just $19,400, which is on par with most gas-powered alternatives. It’s powered by an LFP battery that enables 276 miles of range, but owners will need…
Your Mail Truck Is Probably 30 Years Old. Its Electric Replacement Is Finally Arriving
Below this paragraph is a photograph of the Grumman LLV, the main vehicle of the United States Postal Service. It is an icon. It has been the main mail truck in just about every neighborhood I’ve ever lived in, for…