Electric car reliability is a bit of a mixed bag, and there's a reason for that. Jake Fisher, senior director of auto testing at Consumer Reports, explains:. Most electric cars today are being manufactured by either legacy automakers that are new to EV technology, or by companies like Rivian that are new to making cars. It’s not surprising that they’re having growing pains and need some time to work out the bugs.

Are Electric Cars Reliable?

The U.S. new car market is currently struggling with affordable electric cars. Despite strong backing from manufacturers and comprehensive government incentives, these eco-friendly all-electric options are struggling to find their footing because of how much more expensive they are compared to efficient ICE options. We can also argue that a lack of electric car familiarity among consumers is an issue, but when looking at their substantial MSRPs, it's hard to deny that affordability is the primary issue.

The Real Reason Why America Can't Build Affordable Electric Cars Like China Can

The 2024 Corvette Stingray is a fast sports car with a 6.2-liter V-8 engine, producing 495 HP, and reaching 194 MPH top speed and 0-60 MPH in 2.9 seconds. The 2024 Corvette Stingray has a 19 MPG combined fuel efficiency, costs $68,300, and offers a coupe or convertible body type with three trims, including the high-performance LT2.

The American Sports Car With The Highest Top Speed In 2024

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is one of the more popular new electric cars currently available in the U.S. market. It's not selling numbers that make a dent in Tesla's market share, but considering it's only been available since 2021, it has gained monumental success. Ford is currently embarking on an aggressive electrification strategy. The F-150 Lightning is currently its hero model, as it appeals to a broader and more popular market, but the Mach-E's crossover body style and multiple battery and motor configurations affords it some impressive popularity ratings.

Here's How Much A 1-Year-Old Ford Mach-E Is Worth Today

The last several months have been messy for the electric vehicle industry, to put it mildly. Major players like General Motors, Ford and Mercedes-Benz are pumping the brakes on their electrification efforts, citing uneven and unpredictable consumer demand. Many drivers remain hesitant to go electric because they’re worried about a lack of charging stations and insufficient range.

The Facts Are In: It’s Not Looking Good For Internal Combustion

BEV, PHEV, HEV, NEV and FCEV are all acronyms for some sort of electrified vehicle, but only one of them refers to all-electric cars. That would be BEV, which stands for battery electric vehicle, whereas all the others have some form of helper, be it a combustion engine or something else.

Americans Are Convinced Toyota, Honda, Nissan Lead The Way On EVs: New Survey

A company is converting classic Land Rovers and Porsches to electric power to make more sustainable vehicles. Older cars increasingly cannot drive in city centre low-emission zones, but Everrati, based in Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire, is removing petrol engines and mechanical drivetrains built more than half a century ago and replacing them with batteries.

Classic cars 'upcycled' to electric

The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are both relatively affordable EVs, but both serve a slightly different audince - here's how they stack up.

Tesla Model 3 Vs. Model Y In-Depth Comparison

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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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.

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From spy shots to potential horsepower and specs, watch our video on the upcoming 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1.

Everything We Know On The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Three-cylinder models have been largely extinct in the modern age of hybrids and EVs. However, this three-pot boasts competitive MPG.

The Mainstream Car With The Most Efficient Three-Cylinder Engine

In the ever-evolving world of automotive design, many features once considered cutting-edge have become relics of the past. Throughout this article we take a nostalgic look at these innovations, highlighting how they have been phased out in favor of more advanced alternatives. This article explores features like vent windows, which offered manual air circulation before sophisticated climate control systems, and automatic seat belts, an early safety enhancement replaced by more reliable restraint systems.

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J.D. Power has released the findings of its 2024 US Initial Quality Study (IQS), and the results are somewhat surprising. While the top performers in the respective mainstream and premium segments come as no surprise, the relatively poor performance of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids (compared to ICE cars) will astound you.

New EVs 3 Times More Problematic Than ICE Cars, Study Finds

The Avadi MA-250 engine is a compact, high-efficiency internal combustion engine that has the potential to revolutionize the industry with its innovative design and impressive performance. One of the standout features of the Avadi MA-250 engine is its unparalleled thermal efficiency, with a brake thermal efficiency of 42.12 percent. The...

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Why are Toyota's so reliable? From the plant to its philosophy, let's look at why the 2024 Camry, Tacoma, and 4Runner will be so successful - watch our video!

Why Do Toyota Models Offer Bullet-Proof Reliability

TopSpeed's exclusive rendering of the Ford Ranger Lightning EV predicts exactly what an electric Ford Ranger pickup will look like.

Here's The Ford Ranger Electric Pickup The World Needs

Watch our video on the best 2022 bikes. You'll see the Triumph Speed Triple 1200RS, Yamaha MT-09, BMW R 1250 GS, and even Vespa Scooters.

10 Best Motorcycles From 2022

Discover the current value of a 1-year-old Ford Bronco in today's market, highlighting key factors influencing its resale price.

Ford Bronco 1 Year Depreciation Explained

Bank of America’s Car Wars report predicts drivetrain mix volatility over the next few years. Automakers are torn between EVs and ICEs, with profitability on electric cars some generations away. A reduction in EV offerings is expected, while investments in electric are predicted to continue. This week, we delved...

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Here's Why Electric Cars Have Been Generally Unreliable So Far

In recent years, electric cars have seen some of the industry's largest growth. As the benefits of electrified powertrains have become increasingly obvious, it’s no surprise...

Here's Why Electric Cars Have Been Generally Unreliable So Far

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