Tesla’s Model Y was the best-selling electric vehicle in the US in 2023 by far, but other EVs from VW, Hyundai, Rivian, Chevy, and Ford are climbing the sales charts. And there was a surprise in the “Big EV” category…
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BYD’s luxury brand unveils its first sedan, the sleek U7, with over 1,000 horsepower
After overtaking Tesla as the global EV sales leader in the last three months of 2023, BYD continues to expand. On Wednesday, the automaker’s luxury Yangwang brand unveiled its first sedan, the U7. BYD’s new flagship sedan will be a powerhouse with over 1,000 hp. But it won’t be cheap.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai unveils its electric air taxi at CES, which could be powered by solid-state batteries
Would you ride in Hyundai’s electric flying taxi? Hyundai’s advanced air mobility company, Supernal, unveiled its electric flying taxi at CES Tuesday. The four-passenger eVTOL will “operate as quietly as a dishwasher” and could be powered by solid-state batteries.
Expand Expanding CloseToyota releases 2024 bZ4X prices with added features, new dual-voltage charging cable
Toyota gave the bZ4X an update for the 2024 model year. With new features and tech, Toyota looks to keep up with the competition.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai EVs to gain 3D navigation, MapGPT AI through new Mapbox partnership
New features are coming to Hyundai EVs. Hyundai’s software arm, Hyundai Autoever, is partnering with Mapbox to integrate 3D navigation into its EVs. The partners are also developing MapGPT, an AI voice assistant, to “redefine the driving experience.”
Expand Expanding CloseEV prices nipping at gas-powered vehicle heels with discounts and cheaper options
Who says electric vehicles are too expensive? New data shows EV prices are nearly the same as gas-powered vehicles. The gap has closed significantly in recent months with new discounts and competition.
Expand Expanding CloseVolkswagen delivered 394,000 EVs in 2023 as it falls behind Tesla
Volkswagen handed over 394,000 EVs in 2023. Although EV deliveries were up 21% from last year, they still represented less than 9% of the VW brand’s total deliveries. The company said it expects the market to “remain challenging” this year.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai doubles IONIQ 5 lease deal with up to $15,000 off
If the Hyundai IONIQ 5 caught your eye, now may be the best time to start shopping. Hyundai is offering the biggest deal on the IONIQ 5 since its launch, with up to $15,000 in savings.
Expand Expanding CloseCheck out this leading auto supplier’s next-gen interior for EVs with Smart Cabin seats
Yanfeng, a key GM, Jeep, and Ram auto supplier, unveiled its Electric Vehicle Interior (EVI) concept at CES 2024 on Monday. The interior is a vision that eliminates the traditional instrument panel and, instead, integrates most features into a Smart Cabin seat.
Expand Expanding CloseFord draws up an Ultium-like EV platform for any vehicle type, from trucks to small coupes
Is Ford taking a page from rival GM? A new patent filing hints an Ultium-like EV platform could be in the works to power Ford’s next-gen electric pickup, or any other electric car, for that matter.
Expand Expanding CloseVolvo EX30 to become a best-seller as the first models reach EU buyers
Don’t underestimate the Volvo EX30’s small size. As the first EX30 models reach European buyers, Volvo sees it as a best-seller over the next few years.
Expand Expanding CloseNissan suggests electric GT-R with solid-state batteries could arrive by 2030
The electric Nissan GT-R we’ve been waiting for may arrive by the end of the decade. Nissan said the 1,300 hp Hyper Force EV concept “gives a glimpse” of what the next electric GT-R could be.
Expand Expanding CloseBYD breaks ground on its first sodium-ion EV battery plant
The world’s largest EV maker, BYD, broke ground on its first sodium-ion battery plant this week. BYD is investing $1.4 billion (RMB 10 billion) with 30 GWh planned annual capacity.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai ranked second behind Tesla as EPA fuel economy leader
In a new EPA report, Hyundai ranked second behind only Tesla in lowering CO2 emissions and improving fuel economy.
Expand Expanding CloseVolvo hit a new global sales record in 2023 with strong demand for EVs
Volvo had a record year in 2023, with EV sales pushing global volume to new highs. The Swedish automaker’s early commitment to EVs is paying off, with over 113,000 fully electric Volvo cars sold last year.
Expand Expanding CloseVolkswagen’s $27,000 ID 2all electric vehicle may come later than expected
If you were waiting on Volkswagen’s $27,000 (€25,000) ID 2all EV, you may have to wait a little longer. According to a local media report, Volkswagen is delaying volume production of the affordable electric car.
Expand Expanding CloseThese were the top ten most popular used EVs in the US in 2023
Tesla’s Model 3 remained on top of the most popular used EVs in the US last year, with the Model Y in second. Other Tesla vehicles, including the S and X, fell in the rankings as cheaper EV models gained ground.
Expand Expanding CloseVolvo scores massive nearly half a billion loan for its new EV platform
Volvo is getting a massive €420 million ($460M) loan as the automaker moves to a fully electric future by 2030. The funds are for Volvo to develop a new EV platform for its next-gen models.
Expand Expanding CloseGM’s China joint venture sold over 100,000 EVs last year
GM’s joint venture in China, SAIC-GM, delivered over 100,000 EVs in 2023, more than doubling from the previous year.
Expand Expanding CloseFord secures second in US EV sales after a record Q4 and year in 2023
Ford remained the second top-selling EV brand in the US, behind only Tesla, after selling nearly 26,000 EVs in Q4. The F-150 Lightning was America’s best-selling electric truck in 2023, while the Mustang Mach-E had its best sales year yet.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai taps Samsung to help EV owners save time and money with connected services
Hyundai and Kia are teaming up with Samsung to save EV owners time and money through connected car and home services. Through a new agreement, Hyundai (and Kia) will use Samsung’s “SmartThings” IoT platform in their connected car services. This way, you can control home devices like air conditioning and lights directly from your car. Or, from home, you can warm your vehicle and adjust charging times.
Expand Expanding CloseAudi Q8 e-tron morphed into a beastly off-road EV with a new Dakar edition
Audi took the Q8 e-tron and turned it into an all-electric off-road machine. The Audi Q8 e-tron edition Dakar is optimized for adventurers who “want to drive off the beaten path electrically.”
Expand Expanding CloseKia’s new EV9 already outsold Toyota’s sole EV in its first full US sales month
After launching the EV9 last fall, Kia’s first three-row electric SUV is already outselling the Toyota bZ4X. Kia EV9 sales nearly doubled that of Toyota’s electric SUV in its first full month on the US market.
Expand Expanding CloseChevy’s Bolt EV is a steal at under $20,000 using the IRS tax credit upfront
Electric vehicles for under $20,000 are already here. You can score a 2023 Chevy Bolt EV for under $20,000 with new IRS rules allowing you to use the tax credit as a down payment. But you may want to act fast.
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