The past couple of years have been positive for electric vehicles. Many automotive journalists and bloggers were betting on 2020 as the year of the EV. Then along came a pandemic, and many manufacturers postponed their plans. That included Kia. But earlier this month, the automaker announced exciting plans to release a full EV model …

The camper van world is one of many shapes, sizes, and configurations. It is a truly unique segment of the automotive world because of the function of the vehicle. They are as much a house as they are a vehicle. With that comes a wide range of needs that vary from person to person. The …

There is no denying that the Tesla Model 3 is the brand’s most important model. The Model 3‘s sales figures in the U.S. make it the undeniable champ over its electric siblings. However, as the roads get flooded with new EVs, questions arise surrounding their long-term maintenance costs and powertrain durability. A recent story by …

On Monday, President Joe Biden announced that he has big plans for both the auto industry and the country’s entire federal vehicle fleet. As part of his plan to invest in the American auto industry, get Americans back to work, and decrease the fleet’s fuel and maintenance costs, President Biden says that the fleet will …

EVs are commonplace these days. Hell, Tesla is one of the highest valued automakers in the world. But back in the 90s, this was very much not the case. The concept was definitely afoot, and some actual cars were made, but GM very famously killed the EV and hunted down nearly every example they made …

A Tesla wall charger for your home and garage is a convenient application, but how much does it cost to buy and install a Tesla charger at home?

The rise and development of EVs haven’t exactly gone smoothly. But, while the electricity they use to recharge isn’t always 100% clean, electric cars do produce fewer emissions, CO2 and otherwise, than ICE ones. That’s why there’s been such a push to replace gasoline and diesel vehicles with battery-powered ones. However, a new report from …

Battery and technology costs mean that EVs are typically more expensive than their ICE equivalents. However, if you’re okay with an older battery, a used EV often makes for a great bargain buy. And this week’s featured Cars and Bids car is one of the best EVs to buy used: a 2015 BMW i3 REX. …

The Mazda MX-30 arrived to critical acclaim over seas. Now, Mazda's first EV is heading to the U.S. Will you be first in line to buy it?

Fuel-efficiency, or rather, energy-efficiency claims are important consumer concerns, especially for those buying EVs. And compared to some of its rivals—especially Tesla’s models—the Porsche Taycan didn’t fare as well in EPA testing. However, for the 2021 model year, it appears the Taycan has found some extra range. But has it? The EPA has new estimates …

While the Taycan is incredibly quick, Porsche’s EV also has a price tag to match. And while that hasn’t exactly hurt sales figures, Porsche has been teasing a more affordable trim for some time. And for the 2021 model year, the base Porsche Taycan model is finally coming to the US. So, what exactly does …

Wait, what? A new Subaru EV is on the way? Yes, the 2022 Electric Subaru will be here soon, and it will be powered by Toyota. Sneak peeks show an incredibly confident look that could change the way people think about Subieville.  The 2022 Subaru EV is coming  According to Torque News, Subaru and Toyota are …

Although e-bikes aren’t necessarily ‘traditional’ EVs, they do boost your pedaling with an electric motor. Some models don’t even require you to pedal. And several motoring companies—including Jeep, Triumph, and Harley-Davidson—are getting into the e-bike game alongside existing bicycle brands. But, while you can turn a ‘normal’ bicycle into an e-bike, can you do the …

Even outside of its nostalgic design, the Caterham Seven isn’t just a kit car. The little British roadster is arguably one of the purest sports cars on sale today. But what would happen if someone made it even more stripped-down and replaced the ICE powertrain with an electric one? Well, one Japanese company has done …

The EV truck seems to be the key to cracking the EV treasure chest. Automakers are scrambling to dominate this new frontier. The Rivian R1T, Tesla Cyber Truck, and more recently, the GMC Hummer EV are all proof of the cash cow this segment could be. Each of these vehicles created such a massive buzz …

As e-bikes grow in popularity, they’re starting to edge into the territory and price category of cheap urban-focused motorcycles. In fact, a few motorcycle companies, including Triumph and Ducati, have branched out to e-bikes to reach more customers. But the reverse is also possible, as e-bike maker Sondors has demonstrated with its Metacycle electric motorcycle. …

There’s no beating around the bush here. Electric car (EV) batteries aren’t designed to last forever. In the same way that your cellphone’s battery degrades over time, you can expect an EV’s battery to lose its ability to store power over time too. That has certainly been the case with Car and Driver’s Tesla Model …

There’s really no beating around the bush. Electric cars are growing in popularity. But with that popularity comes a number of complaints. But when it comes to electric cars, what do people have to complain about? Let’s dive in. Newer electric cars aren’t always the most reliable According to Consumer Reports, newer electric cars aren’t …

There’s no denying that Tesla has become one of the most popular automotive brands in the country. Its cars are sleek. The tech is cool. And owning one means that you won’t be stopping to refuel at the pump anytime soon. But as enticing as all of that may be, Tesla does have some issues …

Electric scooters have seen a little bit of an uptick in sales during the last year’s global health crisis. People have been leery of riding in crowded busses, trains, or carpooling. So, the electric scooter has been getting some attention from consumers. So, what should somebody look for when purchasing their first one? Not all …