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Stephen Edelstein

Stephen Edelstein

Contributing Editor

Stephen is a freelance automotive journalist covering all things cars. He likes anything with four wheels, from classic cars to modern Tesla electric cars, and everything in between. Besides contributing to the cars section at Digital Trends, Stephen has bylines at Green Car Reports, Motor Authority, and CarGurus.

Scout Traveler and Scout Terra.

Scout Traveler and Scout Terra forge a new path for EVs

The Volkswagen Group's new Scout Motors EV brand kicks off with an electric pickup truck and SUV launching in 2027.
Cars News
2025 Bentley Continental GT Speed front quarter view.

A plug-in hybrid upgrade makes the Bentley Continental GT Speed even better

The 2025 Bentley Continental GT Speed introduces a new plug-in hybrid powertrain as Bentley marches toward an electric future.
Cars Reviews
2025 Volvo XC90.

Volvo’s updated XC90 continues to make the case for plug-in hybrid SUVs

The popular Volvo XC90 SUV keeps its plug-in hybrid powertrain, but gets updated styling and a new infotainment interface for 2025.
Cars Features
2025 Volvo EX90 front quarter view.

Volvo’s EX90 was meant to be a tech buffet, but ends up a satisfying snack

The 2025 Volvo EX90 is a delightful three-row electric SUV, but arrives with some missing tech features.
Cars Reviews
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Lamborghini’s Temerario combines high-octane and high-voltage thrills

The Lamborghini Temerario replaces the Huracán as the automaker's entry-level supercar, and adopts a plug-in hybrid powertrain like the flagship Revuelto.
Cars Features
Rivian Travel Kitchen.

Rivian’s Travel Kitchen lets EV drivers cook with watts

Rivian is launching a new portable kitchen powered by its EVs' battery packs.
Cars News
2025 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance front quarter view.

With 671 hp and physics-defying handling, Mercedes-AMG’s C63 is not your average plug-in

The 2025 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance shifts to a plug-in hybrid powertrain to increase both performance and efficiency.
Cars Reviews
Front quarter view of a 2025 Audi A6 e-tron sedan.

The Audi A6 e-tron blends in with combustion models, but that’s by design

The 2025 Audi A6 e-tron is the latest EV from the German luxury brand, and previews a new design direction for an uncertain future.
Cars Features
Front three quarter view of the new Bentley Continental GT Speed coupe.

Bentley Continental GT and GTC Speed get performance boost as plug-in hybrids

The Bentley Continental GT Speed coupe and GTC Speed convertible gain plug-in hybrid powertrains that make them the most powerful Bentley road cars ever.
Cars News
Front three quarter view of a beige 2024 Lucid Air Touring.

Revamped Lucid Air shows this luxury EV’s bandwidth

The Lucid Air electric car is now available in a variety of flavors representing different levels of price, power, and range.
Cars Features
Teaser image showing a front quarter view of the Hyundai Inster.

Hyundai’s subcompact Inster is an affordable EV that might be out of reach

Slated to be revealed at The Busan International Motor Show, the Hyundai Inster is a tiny electric SUV that may not reach the U.S.
Cars News
Front view of a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S driving on a city street.

Jeep joins the EV party with the 600-horsepower Wagoneer S

The first all-electric Jeep for the U.S. market is an upscale Wagoneer model with 600 horsepower.
Cars News
2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally driving on dirt.

2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally first drive: old pony learns new trick

Inspired by rally racing, the 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally takes EV performance off pavement.
Cars Reviews
2025 Cadillac Optiq front three quarter view.

Entry-level Cadillac Optiq EV promises 300 miles of range for $54,000

The 2025 Cadillac Optiq, the luxury brand's entry-level EV, will offer more than 300 miles of range when it starts production this fall.
Cars News
Honda hydrogen fuel-cell semi truck.

Honda believes hydrogen semi trucks will make the case for fuel cells

Honda is the latest of several automakers to apply its fuel-cell tech to big commercial trucks as well as passenger cars.
Cars News
2025 Mercedes-Benz G580 from three quarter view.

Mercedes-Benz G580 first drive: old-school off-roader goes electric

Mercedes-Benz made its iconic G-Wagen into an EV without compromising the SUV's vaunted off-road capable and inimitable style.
Cars Reviews
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Here’s how EVs charge as they drive on a stretch of Michigan road

Michigan is testing a wireless system that allows EVs to charge as they drive down a Detroit street.
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Here’s how EVs charge as they drive on a stretch of Michigan road

Michigan is testing a wireless system that allows EVs to charge as they drive down a Detroit street.
Cars News
Lamborghini Urus SE front quarter.

Lamborghini’s Urus SE plug-in hybrid tries to do it all

The Lamborghini Urus is the automaker's most popular model. A new plug-in hybrid is the most powerful version yet.
Cars Features
Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology front quarter.

Mercedes G580 electrifies an off-road icon

Mercedes-Benz has finally revealed its electric G-Class. It combines the iconic SUV's traditional design with enhanced off-road performance.
Cars News
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N drifting.

Don’t let the gimmicks fool you. The Ioniq 5 N is a serious track car

Hyundai threw everything it had at the 2025 Ioniq 5 N, the first EV to wear the N performance badge.
Cars Reviews
2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan front-quarter view.

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan gets new face, bigger battery

The Mercedes-Benz EQS electric luxury sedan has gotten its first significant updates since its 2022 model year launch.
Cars News
2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid driving.

2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid gets improved tech features

Unveiled at the 2024 New York Auto Show, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid features a more elaborate infotainment system and more software-based features.
Cars News
Profile view of the Genesis Neolun concept.

Genesis Neolun concept is an electric SUV inspired by tradition

Ahead of the 2024 New York Auto Show, Genesis unveiled a new electric SUV concept that takes elements from traditional Korean craftsmanship.
Cars News
Rear three quarter view of the Genesis GV60 Magma concept.

Genesis turns up the heat with GV60 Magma concept

Genesis will launch performance models under the Magma nameplate, including a sportier version of the electric GV60.
Cars News
2025 Audi Q6 e-tron front three quarter view.

Audi Q6 e-tron ushers in the automaker’s next EV phase

The 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron is the first EV based on the new Premium Platform Electric, promising improved efficiency and better tech.
Cars News
A 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT on a racetrack.

Porsche’s most powerful production car is an EV

The 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT takes Porsche's electric sedan to a new level of performance.
Cars News
Front three quarter view of the 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona coupe.

2024 Dodge Charger Daytona reinvents the muscle car for the EV era

Dodge has remade the legendary Charger muscle car as an EV, with features aimed at performance enthusiasts.
Cars News
Ford EVs at a Tesla Supercharger station.

Here’s how Ford will give EV customers Tesla Supercharger access

Ford EV owners can now get a free adapter that allows them to fast charge at Tesla Supercharger stations.
Cars News
A person sitting in a Honda Uni-One wearing a VR headset with their arms outstretched in pretend-flying position.

Honda puts VR tech on wheels with its personal mobility device

Honda believes its Uni-One personal mobility device could be a lot of fun when combined with VR tech.
Cars News
Front three quarter view of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV.

2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV: price, range, design, and more

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV will emphasize affordability, but won't skimp on tech.
Cars News
Profile view of the Chrysler Halcyon concept with its doors open.

Chrysler Halcyon concept is a return to glory for the minivan brand

Chrysler plans to launch its first EV in 2025, and go all-electric by 2028. This concept car could preview one of those future electric models.
Cars News
Front three quarter view of a 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric van.

Mercedes’ electric eSprinter isn’t just greener, it’s better

Mercedes-Benz is finally bringing its all-electric eSprinter van to the United States, and delivery drivers will find that it was worth the wait.
Cars Reviews
Lincoln Digital Experience infotainment system in the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus.

Goliath car screens have arrived, and Ford’s new software takes full advantage

Ford's next-generation infotainment system features Google apps and more ways to stream content in the car.
Cars Features
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