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Toyota is still on track to launch its first solid-state battery-powered vehicle within the next two to three years. An executive confirmed Toyota’s timeline at the Tokyo Motor Show this week.
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The Recon EV will be revealed in full soon. Jeep’s CEO shut down rumors that the Wrangler-sized electric off-roader was dead, saying the Recon EV will go on sale soon.
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The electric hot hatch is more than just a show car, Subaru says it offers capabilities only possible with a battery EV.
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The sporty Vision X-Coupe can drive nearly 100 miles in electric-only mode, but Mazda said a unique new plug-in hybrid system delivers up to 500 horsepower and almost 500 miles of driving range.
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The Super-ONE may be Honda’s smallest and most affordable EV, but with new features like Boost Mode, this electric hot hatch punches well above its weight.
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Toyota’s best-selling car is finally going electric. The Corolla EV looks more like a Porsche or BMW than the Toyota vehicles on the road today, but that’s just the start.
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GM’s most affordable electric SUV just got a bit cheaper. Chevy introduced a new 0% financing offer on the 2026Â Equinox EV, knocking about $4,000 off the price.
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After securing a new partnership, Lucid Motors (LCID) said it plans to offer the industry’s first “mind-off” Level 4 autonomous EVs powered by NVIDIA.
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The electric Bronco will go on sale in China later this year. Ford is launching the electric Bronco in China just as it’s starting to regain momentum in the region.
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BYD’s new electric car may be small, but it’s expected to be a big problem for Toyota and other Japanese auto brands.
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Kia’s electric van, the PV5, set a new Guinness World Record after driving over 430 miles on a single charge… with its max payload.
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That rugged new Genesis SUV we’ve been waiting for might be electric after all. A Genesis EV was spotted in South Korea with a new off-road style and EV powertrain.
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Nissan’s big bet on all-solid-state EV batteries might just pay off. The Japanese automakers moved one step closer to bringing next-gen battery tech to market, promising to double driving range, shorten charging times, and improve overall efficiency.
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A select few Gravity SUVs were on sale, but don’t expect too many discounts. Lucid Motors (LCID) said the luxury electric SUV still has “a substantial order backlog,” so no widespread discounts are available at this time.
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It looks like a Lambo, but it’s actually Kia’s first electric hot hatch. With its debut just around the corner, the EV4 GT hit public streets for the first time, showcasing Kia’s new “GT Wrap.”
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GM is recalling nearly 23,000 Chevy Equinox EV and Cadillac Optiq models due to a defect where the tire tread could fall off.
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Hyundai and Kia are betting big on lower-priced electric vehicles, and so far, it’s paying off. With more arriving soon, the South Korean auto giant is laying the groundwork for what’s shaping up to be a strong run.
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Hyundai’s midsize SUV is already due for a facelift, including a new design and electrified powertrain. It’s not a pure EV, but the new Hyundai Santa Fe will offer electric-only driving.
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Lucid Motors (LCID) just rolled out the first discounts on its new Gravity SUV. The limited-time offer shaves $3,000 off, but Lucid says an even more affordable version will be available soon.
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Ford (F) has halted production of its electric pickup truck at the Rouge EV Center in Michigan following a fire at an aluminum supplier’s factory. The F-150 Lightning will remain on pause as Ford focuses on more profitable gas and hybrid F-Series trucks.
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Stellantis issued a recall for nearly 25,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids after a software update left drivers stranded with bricked vehicles.
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BYD will unveil the light EV at the Japan Mobility Show in less than a week. With its big debut just days away, China’s EV giant offered a sneak peek at its first electric kei car.
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The luxury brand’s best-selling vehicle is now available in all-electric form. Mercedes-Benz considers the new GLC EV as its most important vehicle to date.
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Hyundai will reveal the refreshed electric fastback at the LA Auto Show next month. Ahead of the event, the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 was caught rocking a sleek new facelift in the US.
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