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Tesla owners are jumping ship. Over half of trade-ins are for gas cars or electric vehicles from other brands. 
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Over Half of Tesla Owners Are Trading Their EVs in for Gas Cars

One of the main sticking points to the wider adoption of electric vehicles in the United States and beyond is the high cost of a new EV. According to Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price of a new combustion car in the U.S. in June was $48,644, while new EVs had an average MSRP of $56,371.

EVs May Get Cheaper Than Gas Cars As Early As Next Year. Here’s Why

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As Ford looks toward the future of affordable EVs, the answer could be in its recent past.

Why Ford Could Revive 2 High-Volume Vehicles, and Soon

Kia wants to build a slew of models on the Hyundai Motor Group's E-GMP dedicated EV platform, and next on the menu are smaller, more affordable, front-wheel-drive-based cars. That includes the Kia EV3 crossover that's getting a ton of hype, but one sedan—expected to go on sale in Korea, Europe and North America—is set to gun for the Tesla Model 3.

The Kia EV4 Aims To Undercut The Tesla Model 3

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Until today, we’ve seen exactly 40 seconds of Boston Dynamics’ new electric Atlas in action. The Hyundai-owned robotics stalwart is very much still in the early stages of commercializing the biped for factory floors. For now, however, it’s doing the thing Boston Dynamics does second best after building robots: showing off in viral video form.

Boston Dynamics’ new electric Atlas can do push-ups

Ford’s strategic pivot towards SUVs, trucks, and electric vehicles has significantly transformed its product lineup. Where once a vibrant array of passenger cars held court, now stands a world dominated by high-riding vehicles. A recent digital rendering of a potential 2026 Ford Thunderbird has ignited a nostalgic fervor, offering a tantalizing look into a potential resurgence of the iconic coupe.

2026 Ford Thunderbird Revival: A Digital Rendering Teases a Modern Twist on an Iconic Classic Coupe Amid Ford’s Shift to SUVs and EVs

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Monterey Car Week 2024 is always packed with exclusive, rare and surprising vehicles, but this year these ten stood out as the most attention-grabbing.

Monterey Car Week 2024: The Hypercars, Restomods And EVs That Stole The Show

Cadillac has unveiled the Opulent Velocity concept, showcasing the future of electric luxury performance. This innovative design combines cutting-edge technology with bespoke luxury, offering two distinct experiences: the autonomous Opulent mode and the thrilling Velocity mode. The concept features a 2+2 coupe design with self-opening butterfly doors and highlights Cadillac’s leadership in electrification and autonomous driving.

Cadillac’s Opulent Velocity Concept: Future of Luxury EVs

While rental giant Hertz is still reeling from its bad investment in 100,000 Tesla rentals at the peak of their pricing, Uber has now partnered with BYD for the same amount of electric cars. Tesla's biggest competitor BYD will provide 100,000 EVs to the global Uber fleet at "best-in-class pricing...

Uber orders 100,000 BYD electric cars as Hertz is selling more Teslas on the cheap

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EVs are losing value at a faster rate than their gas-powered counterparts, depreciating by up to 50% every year.

Study finds some EVs are dropping in value by up to 50% annually

Lucid's cars are more energy-efficient than those of Tesla, which has become 'distracted,' claims Lucid's CEO. The automaker sees an opening to eat some of Tesla's market share with new, cheaper models. Lucid, the maker of some of the most efficient electric vehicles, revealed that it will take advantage of...

Lucid deems its EVs superior to a Tesla as it preps 3 cheaper models to take on 'distracted' Elon Musk

Toyota may have a reputation for conservative car styling, but it has produced many great looking SUV models over the years - and not just Land Cruisers.

11 Of The Best Looking Toyota SUVs Ever Designed

Starting in 2017, the Tesla Model 3 began paving the way for electric cars to become a mainstream segment. Marketed as being more affordable than other electric vehicles, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 broke barriers and raised bars for the industry as a whole. Like most vehicles, the Tesla Model 3 has depreciated quite a bit since 2017. Now, at seven years old, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 may be the bargain of the year.

Current Value Of The 2017 Tesla Model 3 And Why It's Worth Buying

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Bench racing will only get you so far. Car enthusiasts love to line up numbers on a spreadsheet to crown a performance king, but the real world isn't that simple. Take this Carwow race between a new Tesla Model 3 Performance and a Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. A competition between 460 hp and 601 hp, respectively. Open and shut. Hyundai by a mile.

Tesla Model 3 Performance Races Hyundai Ioniq 5 N: Not What You'd Expect

When the refreshed 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator debuted earlier this year, there was one glaring omission from both lineups – the presence of a hybrid powertrain option. As Ford Authority reported earlier this month, the automaker stated that this decision was made amid high demand for the hybrid version of the law enforcement-focused Police Interceptor Utility, which comes standard with the electrified option for the new model year. However, that doesn’t mean the Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator hybrids are gone forever.

Ford Explorer, Lincoln Aviator Hybrids Will Replace EVs

Ford Motor Company has revealed plans to severely cut back on its retail EV (electric vehicle) strategy, save to focus on electrified commercial, long-range SUVs, plus mid-size and large pickups. Citing rising costs of batteries, the Dearborn-based automaker plans instead to focus on gas-electric hybrid development. Seems like Toyota's hybrid-first strategy has rubbed off.

Ford Shifts Gears On EV Strategy To Focus On Lighting-Up Hybrids

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Electric C-Class and GLC coming in 2026 are crucial for Mercedes' EV strategy to compete with Tesla, BMW, and Audi. Electric GLC is expected to drive growth in Mercedes' electric sales despite challenges in the EV segment. Mercedes aims to continue offering gas-powered vehicles alongside EVs. Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kallenius...

Mercedes' Most Important Models Are Going Electric Soon

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Ford pivots on EVs, Waymo doubles its robotaxi ridership and Canoo leaves California

Monterey Car Week is a wrap. And while it is still steeped in tradition, the collection of parties, auctions and car shows that were held throughout...

Ford pivots on EVs, Waymo doubles its robotaxi ridership and Canoo leaves California

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