Competition among EV manufacturers is at an all-time high, with most gunning for Tesla. At the forefront of this battle, Jaguar is set on being the one to topple Tesla's monopoly with its I-Pace. However, refusing to lend Car and Driver an I-Pace for a test drive doesn't seem like a well-thought-out decision.
Many people have been vocal about their thoughts on both Elon Musk and the Tesla Cybertruck. Both are controversial, but some of those controversies can help spark creativity. The Tesla Cybertruck might look ugly to some people, but that might actually be a good thing.
Tesla's sensor-driven tech has sparked a creepy TikTok trend. Imagine your Tesla's screen shows a person is next to your car, but when you look outside, no one is standing there. Is it possible Tesla technology can sense ghosts? It's a phenomenon that'll make you chuckle or send chills up your spine.
EVs are becoming increasingly popular. The ability to travel without stopping for gas is too good for many drivers to pass up. But some EVs are beginning to fall behind the pack, and the Nissan Leaf is one of them.
Among rivals like the Tesla Model 3 and Audi e-tron, the Volvo XC40 Recharge is one of the best electric cars of the year, according to Good Housekeeping. Still, the XC40 Recharge still has a quirk you might find weird at first.
Some vehicle manufacturers, in attempt to be more eco-friendly or attract a new market, are now selling vegan cars. That brings us to the upcoming electric Ford Bronco with zero emissions and a vegan interior.
Honda has been one of the more eco-friendly major automakers over the past few years. However, Honda understands that the future is electric, and therefore has been increasing its focus on making EVs. That includes the Honda e, but it remains to be seen if the U.S. will ever receive the EV from overseas.
Tesla may be the most famous automaker for EVs, but Chevy has a few tricks up its sleeves. The Chevy Bolt is Chevy's entry into the affordable EV market, and it's quite impressive in a few ways. In fact, the 2021 Chevy Bolt won an award for being the best compact EV on the market.
The Kia Soul is a small compact crossover with plenty of soul, and some Kia fans have been excited about buying the latest EV version of the Soul. However, unfortunately for those Kia fans, the Kia Soul EV is officially dead in the U.S., and it won't be available at a dealership near you.
Hybrid and EV technology continues to innovate the automotive industry in a big way. Kia is one of many manufacturers offering vehicles with battery power. The Kia Niro is one such EV contender that routinely receives critical praise. Even Good Housekeeping has nice things to say about the South Korean EV.
Hyundai debuted the Ioniq in 2016, and it was a triple threat as customers could choose from the standard Ioniq hybrid, the Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid, or the Ioniq Electric. Unfortunately, this wasn't totally successful, as Hyundai has decided to discontinue the Ioniq Electric.
Elon Musk doesn't appear to care what people might think of him or, by extension, Tesla. It's an interesting duality because he also seems to believe Tesla would "die" if he left. Would the EV maker really wither if Musk departed?
The Fisker Ocean electric crossover/SUV is set to make its production debut at the 2021 LA Auto Show in November. Here's what we know about the upcoming EV so far.
Volkswagen is well on its way to electrifying its lineup, and one of the more exciting options is the ID. Buzz as an electric version of VW's microbus from the 60s. Volkswagen fans were excited after seeing images of the concept. However, the production version of the VW ID. Buzz actually looks quite different.
Steep competition is hot on Tesla's heels. The electric sedan space, specifically, continues to grow with worthy rivals. And in one recent assessment, the Polestar 2 beat the popular Tesla Model 3. Not that Elon Musk should be worried, though.
Toyota was the first automaker to popularize hybrid cars with the release of the Prius. The brand has gradually added more hybrids to the lineup, including the freshly redesigned Sienna and RAV4 Prime. But surprisingly, none scored a spot on Good Housekeeping's "The Best Hybrid Vehicles of 2021" list.
Does Elon Musk own Tesla, or is it the other way around? Now that the entrepreneur is embroiled in a $2.6 billion lawsuit with a contingent of company shareholders, observers are wondering why such a contentious legal battle between Tesla and its shareholders is happening and how it will pan out.
Car and Driver pulled out all the stops to name its EV of the Year. Among 11 EVs scrutinized over three weeks, the Mustang Mach-E pulled claimed the title. Though the 2021 Mach-E fully deserves the title, one can't help but notice the BMW i3 and Mini Cooper SE are missing.
Tesla is arguably the best-known EV maker, but it didn't produce the first widely produced electric car. That accolade goes to General Motors. It produced the GM EV1 in the late '90s. And although it wasn't successful, it was still ahead of its time, and other automakers learned from its failure.
The electric vehicle segment is becoming one of the most competitive in the automobile sector. Car and Driver has an inaugural award for showcasing the best electric vehicles available this year. The EV of the year award is a coveted title, and this year goes to the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E.