[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.]. Electric vehicle prices are falling fast in the U.S., but the cheapest models remain far more costly than what other countries have on offer. The BYD Seagull sells for about $10,000 in China, the Dacia Spring starts at $20,000 in Europe, the Renault Kwid e-Tech costs $19,000 in Brazil, and the Kia Ray goes for $22,000 in South Korea.

The $25,000 Electric Car Is Coming to US Soon

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Station wagons are an interesting topic, especially when discussed in the United States. This body style used to be the vehicle of choice for family road trips and weekend soccer tournaments, but it has since been replaced by SUVs, crossovers, and pickup trucks. Wagons are still going strong in places like Europe, where they represent over 8% of the market (as of 2022), but even that number has dwindled in recent years.

Why Do Americans Hate This Style Of Vehicle More Than Anything Else?

After she got divorced in 2021, Sora Lee bought a brand new Tesla Model 3 for just over $70,000. But she now wishes she had spent the money differently. "I just really wanted a Tesla because it's something my ex wouldn't let me [have], and I regret buying that full price," the 34-year-old tells CNBC Make It. "Huge mistake."

34-year-old earning $400,000 a year: I regret buying a brand-new Tesla—it was a 'huge mistake'

Business Insider

The Rogue compact SUV is Nissan's best-selling model in the US. I was impressed by its 3-cylinder engine and comfortable cabin.

I drove Nissan's best-selling Rogue SUV and was impressed by its controversial 3-cylinder engine.

New York Post

A significant share of Americans who own an electric vehicle have buyer’s remorse, according to new data.

McKinsey & Co.’s Mobility Consumer Pulse for 2024, released this month, found that 46% of EV owners in the U.S. said they were “very” likely to switch back to owning a gas-powered vehicle in their next purchase.

The high percentage of Americans who want to make a switch even surprised the consulting firm.

Carjacker with ‘sausage fingers’ fails to break into Tesla after failing to grasp door handles

“I didn’t expect that,” the head of McKinsey’s Center for Future Mobility, Philipp Kampshoff, told Automotive News. “I thought, ‘Once an EV buyer, always...

Nearly half of American electric vehicle owners want to go back to gas-powered cars: study

The used SUV market can be overwhelming, but these SUVs are worth a buy because they will last you a lifetime!

Used But Reliable SUVs That Will Last You A Lifetime

If you are looking for a reliable used SUV, you've come to the right place. Updated Consumer Reports data says buyers should steer clear of these 17 SUVs because they all have well below-average reliability. Consumer Reports warns, "If you buy a three- or five-year-old used car, it's already gone...

17 SUVs With The Worst Reliability, And The Subaru To Buy Instead

USA TODAY

The NHTSA recently announced recalls for 687,808 vehicles. This includes Kia, Honda, Toyota and Ford cars.

Kia, Honda, Toyota, Ford among 687,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here

Shelby has launched its take on the 2024 Ford F-150, offering an optional 785-horsepower supercharged V8 upgrade. Raptor-level suspension enhancements include Fox shocks, Shelby by BDS lift kit, high-performance tires, and a Borla exhaust. Exterior features Shelby-specific elements like hood vents, fender flares, striping, and Cobra emblems, complemented by interior...

Shelby Built A Ford F-150 To Embarrass The Raptor R

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

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New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Nyobolt's battery charges from 10-80% in 4 minutes and 37 seconds, offering 120 miles of range. Smaller, more efficient batteries would reduce environmental impact and enable better handling in EVs. Nyobolt's technology is attracting interest from major automakers for potential use in future vehicles. A new electric vehicle battery developed...

New EV Battery Adds 120 Miles Of Range In 4 Minutes

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Selling cars is often a soul-crushing grind. So it’s understandable that dealership employees might feel pressure to cut corners. As one New England dealership recently found out, though, if you get caught straight-up scamming, there can be some pretty nasty consequences. Kia America has sued Dan O’Brien Auto Group,...

Kia Dealer Allegedly Discovers You Can Only Pretend To Sell Cars For So Long Before You Get Caught

Anika Jindal

A subtle sign of low intelligence is an inability to understand or appreciate complexity. People with low intelligence may have difficulty understanding abstract concepts or thinking outside the box. They may also be more likely to believe simplistic explanations or conspiracy theories.

12 Subtle Signs Of Low Intelligence

Nearly half of EV owners in the US are considering switching back to a gas-powered car, with a majority citing charging as the reason.

EV charging is so bleak in the US that 46% of owners are considering going back to gas-powered cars

Ford has announced the official reveal date for the new Capri, its all-electric coupe-crossover developed with assistance from Volkswagen. The Blue Oval has confirmed that the Capri will arrive on July 10, verifying earlier reports about the revived nameplate. The automaker revealed the launch date in a most unusual manner. A cryptic fake advert in the UK's Classic Car Weekly magazine promotes Comeback Cars, a fictitious business.

Ford's Next Classic Car Revival Will Be The Mustang Mach-E Saga All Over Again

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The EV manufacturer is on the brink of bankruptcy and looking to sell off inventory. Fisker is offering employees huge discounts on the Ocean One, Ocean Extreme, and Ocean Ultra. Several hundred Oceans were recently spotted at a port in San Diego. It would be an understatement to say that...

Fisker Is So Desperate It’s Offering Ocean EVs To Employees For Just $20,000

The tale of Pontiac is a tragic one. The sporty and performance-oriented brand was killed off as a result of GM's financial woes, along with Hummer and Saturn. But what would have come of the company if it had survived? GM Design has showcased Pontiac's last-ever concept car, the G8, via its Instagram account. Handsome, striking, and sophisticated, this could have been the successor to the Pontiac G8, a rebadged Holden Commodore that was sold between 2008 and 2009.

Pontiac Could Have Taken On The Dodge Charger With This Stunning Concept

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

An electric vehicle’s largest, most important and most expensive component is its high-voltage battery pack. Many newer bespoke EVs are built around their battery pack, and some have even incorporated it as an integral part of their chassis structure. The battery pack must store the vast amounts of electricity required by an EV, not only to provide enough power for daily driving but also to ensure a sufficient range to minimize the owners' charging anxiety.

12-Volt Batteries On Electric Cars: Everything You Need To Know

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Ford Admits Defeat: Dealers No Longer Have To Invest Millions To Sell EVs

Ford ends EV investment mandate for dealers, introducing minimal infrastructure requirements. Dealer employee training to now take place through AI-powered online program. Ford's push for EV...

Ford Admits Defeat: Dealers No Longer Have To Invest Millions To Sell EVs

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