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?

Did you ever fantasize about road-tripping in business-class style, but you don't have the cash to make that dream a reality? Well, the used electric vehicle market is hot right now, and it's making seemingly unattainable models like the Mercedes-EQS available at unbelievably low prices. The EQS is—in theory, anyway—the...

A Used Mercedes-Benz EQS Can Be Yours For New Tesla Model 3 Prices

In 2024, very few brands will offer as extensive an electrified range as Toyota. While the brand's focus isn't on full EVs, hybrid technology has found its way into almost every new Toyota sedan and SUV. One model that's pioneered the technology not just for Toyota, but for the entire industry is the Prius, which comes in two different versions in 2024.

Plug-in Hybrid Car With The Highest Driving Range In 2024

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

Toyota is using solid-state battery technology to elevate itself above the food chain with a promised 745-mile range. Watch our video!

Toyota Became A Force With Its New 745-mile Solid-state Battery

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A patent for a steering wheel with shift lights with easy-to-manufacture assembly hints at cool, affordable tech for mainstream cars. The modular base design reduces manufacturing costs for tech to be used in performance models. Hyundai's N Performance Parts catalog is growing and would be the perfect place for such...

Hyundai Wants To Bring Race Car Tech To Everyday Performance Cars

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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The Ford 385 V8 engine family powered almost everything the Dearborn company made for decades. Here are some of the most notable cars to feature a Lima model.

Every Ford Model Powered By The 385 Series V8 Engine

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A lot of what we hear in the media about electric vehicles can be discouraging to anyone even considering buying one, and I had a lot of those concerns as well. Can you find places to charge them? Are they affordable? Do they just trade one environmental problem for another? Are they more dangerous to drive? I’ve found out that a lot of what we hear is exaggerated or just untrue.

Viewpoint: Owning an EV is fun, clean and easy

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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The departure of Polestar's chairperson is a bad sign for the struggling electric vehicle maker. Its stock is near an all-time low.
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EV Company Polestar in Big Trouble

BMW has always been more than just a car company. Throughout the decades, BMW has taken pride in its engine building as much as they do in manufacturing cars. The Bavarian automakers always looked to push the performance potential of their engines. To this day, of all the luxury German brand's notable highlights, their continued acclaim still stems from their engine's excellence.

10 Most Powerful BMW Engines Ever Made

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Honda has announced lease options for hydrogen-powered 2025 CR-V e:FCEV, only available in California. Lease options range between two and six years, with up to $30,000 in hydrogen fuel credits. The CR-V e:FCEV has a battery pack for plug-in charging (29 miles of range) and a hydrogen-fueled range of 270...

Honda's Hydrogen CR-V Comes With Up To $30,000 Of Free Fuel

New technologies are scary, and when you’re spending over $50,000 on a new car, you want to know that all that money is going to be invested in a quality product. The fabulous team at Edmunds Cars buys new cars off dealer lots with their own money and keeps them for a few years to be able to provide real ownership experiences. This video explains how they feel about their current fleet of nine different electric vehicles.

Edmunds’ Long-Term EV Fleet Has Clear Winners And Some Objective Stinkers

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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

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The Polestar 3 lineup is expanding with the addition of a single-motor rear-wheel-drive option. The rear-drive car gets the same 107.0-kWh battery pack as the dual-motor variants, though power is reduced to 295 horsepower and 361 lb.-ft. of torque. While Polestar hasn't confirmed pricing for North America, we expect the...

2025 Polestar 3 EV SUV Adds a Less Powerful, Cheaper RWD Option

In 2024, very few automakers will have as wide a range of electrified vehicles as Toyota. While the company's all-electric range is still expanding, hybrid technology is being integrated into multiple flagship Hyundai sedans and SUVs, bridging the gap between combustion and EV vehicles at the most affordable price. One standout model that has been at the forefront of this technology is the Corolla Hybrid, which comes in four different trims in 2024.

The Most Affordable Hybrid With More Than 500 Miles Of Overall Range

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This FPV ute was recently sold on Facebook Marketplace. Coupled with the 5.0-liter supercharged V8 is a 6-speed manual gearbox. The pickup has been driven a touch over 115,000 km (~71,000 miles since new). Ten years ago, seeing punchy utes from Ford on Australian roads was quite a common sight,...

456 HP Ford Falcon FPV Boss Pickup Escapes Australia, Lands In Nashville

Genesis X Gran Racer Vision Gran Turismo Concept is a high-performance, race-inspired concept car and halo of the Magma lineup. The car features a V6 e-supercharged engine and hybrid drivetrain with 1,540 hp and 1,051 lb-ft of torque. While the concept car is not intended for production, it may serve...

Genesis Needs To Build This 1,500-HP V6 Supercar Right Now

BERLIN (Reuters) -Mercedes-Benz is investing more than previously planned in combustion engine technology, including 14 billion euros ($15 billion) this year on its passenger cars, its chief executive told German publication Wirtschaftswoche. The premium carmaker was investing in factories and in research and development, reworking the drive train of its...

Mercedes-Benz spending more than previously planned on combustion engines - Wiwo

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New EV Battery Adds 120 Miles Of Range In 4 Minutes

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...

New EV Battery Adds 120 Miles Of Range In 4 Minutes

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