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Rivian offers $3,000 off select EVs to gasoline, hybrid vehicle drivers
Rivian is offering gas-powered vehicle owners $3,000 off the purchase of select EVs.
Nissan launches charging network, gives Ariya access to Tesla SuperChargers
Nissan's new charging network gives its EVs access to 90,000 charging stations. Ariya and 2025 EVs will also be able to access Tesla's SuperCharger network.
Karma’s EVs are getting a Master & Dynamic audio upgrade
Karma Automotive has partnered with Master & Dynamic for the in-cabin audio systems of its newest EVs.
Volkswagen plans 8 new affordable EVs by 2027, report says
Volkswagen plans to bring eight new affordable EVs to market by 2027.
GM launches PowerBank, a battery that could rival Tesla’s PowerWall
GM launched the PowerBank battery pack, which allows EV owners to store and transfer energy from the electric grid and integrate with solar power.
Tesla reveals price range for Optimus Gen2, its ‘robot without wheels’
Tesla reveals that its Optimus Gen 2 robot should cost somewhere between $20,000 and $30,000.
Tesla’s Elon Musk unveils the Cybercab robotaxi — and also the Robovan
Tesla boss Elon Musk has just unveiled a prototype of the automaker’s long-awaited robotaxi.
Waymo’s Hyundai robotaxi deal may steal the show from Tesla
Hyundai has unveiled a partnership with Waymo, which will add Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 to the fleet of the robotaxi operator.
How to watch Tesla’s robotaxi unveiling on Thursday
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is expected to take the wraps off a robotaxi during a special event on Thursday. Here's how to watch a live stream of the event.
Nissan joins ChargeScape, a way for EV owners to sell watts back to the grid
Nissan is joining ChargeScape, a vehicle-to-grid (V2G) venture backed by BMW, Ford, and Honda. The launch comes ahead of Tesla's expected V2G adoption in 2025.
Watch 902 Teslas perform a funky light show in Finland
More than 900 Tesla owners gathered together in Finland recently to entertain crowds with a dazzling, synchronized light show.
The Tesla Supercharger network is expanding again
The Tesla Supercharger network grew again in the third quarter, after massive layoffs at Tesla had led to a slide in new stalls earlier this year.
Toyota bets big on air taxis with $500M investment in Joby
Auto giant Toyota is investing another $500 million into Joby, which pioneered the first test flight of an air taxi over the skies of New York City.
Tesla has to fix another issue with the Cybertruck
The Cybertruck has been recalled for the fifth time since its launch in November, this time to fix an issue with the rearview camera display.
You can now charge your General Motors EV at a Tesla Supercharger
Owners of a General Motors-built EV can now charge at any Tesla Supercharger station after buying an adapter.
Audi RS e-Tron GT Performance unveiled as a 912-hp electric sedan
Audi unveiled a new electric sedan called the RS E-Tron GT Performance. With 912 horsepower, it's the brand's most powerful model.
Here’s how Lucid plans to merge into the EV mainstream
Lucid's third model will enter production in 2026 as a midsize electric SUV with a base price of about $50,000.
Here’s everything new in CarPlay for iOS 18
iOS 18 is on the way, and it brings with it a series of great new features -- including plenty of improvements to CarPlay. Here's what's new.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 evolves in a more outdoorsy direction
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 gains an off-road-inspired trim level, more range, and NACS charging compatibility.
Ariel E-Nomad Concept could create a new segment in the EV space
England-based Ariel turned the Nomad 2 off-roader into an experimental EV that's fast, fun, and eco-friendly.
Hyundai’s new extended-range tech will bridge the gap to EVs
Concerned about slowing demand for EVs, Hyundai will launch an extended-range gasoline-electric drivetrain in the coming years.
BMW’s EVs trace their roots to this innovative 1972 prototype
BMW began testing electric cars in the 1970s. It built a pair of battery-powered 1602 coupes for the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany.
Uber to bring robotaxis to its ridesharing app via Cruise deal
Ridesharing giant Uber and autonomous car specialist Cruise are teaming up to offer robotaxi rides in the near future.
