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Genesis concept remakes GV60 EV as off-road rescue vehicle

Genesis GV60 Mountain Intervention Vehicle conceptCold-weather range loss remains a seasonal form of range anxiety for many electric vehicle shoppers, but a new Genesis concept car aims to prove that EVs can thrive in the cold. Introduced at the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the Genesis GV60 Mountain Intervention Vehicle concept turns the automaker's GV60 electric crossover...

2025 Chevy Equinox EV recalled for cruise-control braking issue

2025 Chevrolet Equinox EVGeneral Motors is recalling all-wheel drive versions of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV because of adaptive cruise control systems that may fail to engage the brakes when needed. The recall of 2,890 electric vehicles comes in response to a software issue, according to the NHTSA. An "incorrect software calibration" of the brake control module...

Audi Q6 E-Tron off-road concept debuts with portal axles

Audi Q6 E-Tron Off-Road conceptThe Audi Q6 E-Tron electric crossover wasn't designed for hardcore off-road use, but a new concept car explores the possibilities of a more rugged EV from the German automaker. Audi posted photos of the concept—dubbed the Q6 E-Tron Off-Road—on social media Thursday, but didn't provide much detail on its features. But it appears to use...

Rivian exec says automakers knocking on door

2025 Rivian R1SA joint venture between Rivian and the Volkswagen Group is attracting interest from other automakers as Rivian looks to roll out more advanced driver-assist systems. Announced last June and formally created in November, the joint venture calls for Volkswagen to take a $5.8 billion stake in Rivian in exchange for access to the U.S. automaker's...

Mississippi-made Nissan EVs set for 2028, as product plans shift

2025 Nissan LeafNissan reassesses plans to build a fifth EV model in the U.S., but four remain set Shift of Mississippi plant to EVs has in recent months been pushed out to 2028 Plans to build a small electric crossover there have reportedly been canceled Nissan has abandoned plans to produce a particular small crossover electric vehicle in the U.S., Automotive...

Lucid dumped Alexa, aims for EV context with new voice assistant

2024 Lucid AirLucid’s new voice assistant incorporates natural-language interactivity SoundHound tech doesn’t rely entirely on a cellular connection Already available in Air, coming soon to Gravity Lucid wants you to have a conversation with your Air or Gravity electric vehicle, and it goes far beyond the requisite wake-up of “Hey...

GM considering re-badging Hyundai commercial EVs for US

Hyundai Xcient Fuel CellGeneral Motors could sell commercial electric vehicles made by Hyundai under one of its own brands in the U.S., an executive said this week. "We are considering re-badging our commercial EVs and supplying GM," Hyundai CFO Seung Jo Lee told Reuters and other media on an analyst call. "The deal will pave the way for our entry into the North American...

2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V marks first electric V-Series for $79,990

2026 Cadillac Lyriq-VThe Cadillac Lyriq-V will go into production in Q1 Cadillac expects EPA range at 285 miles It'll cost $79,990 to buy the 2026 Lyriq-V The 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V, revealed Thursday, marks the most powerful, quickest, and most expensive version of the Lyriq EV to date. When the Lyriq-V goes into production this spring at GM's Spring Hill...

2025 Volvo EX30 EV has arrived, $36,245 version due later

2025 Volvo EX30U.S.-bound 2025 Volvo EX30 lineup includes Twin Motor Plus and Ultra That means starting price of $46,195, with 253-mile EPA range, claimed 3.4-second 0-60 mph Initial U.S. EX30s are China-made; Belgium-made examples, base $36,245 version coming later Despite a delay of nearly a year, Volvo's compact electric 2025 EX30 has arrived at U.S...

2025 Volvo EX40 costs $53,795, EC40 takes year off

2025 Volvo EX40 (Europe spec)The EC40 hatchback skips 2025 model year The XC40 Recharge small electric crossover returns as the EX40 Prices and specs mostly remain the same, with dual-motor versions costing only $1,750 more on the EX40 The renamed 2025 Volvo EX40 electric crossover is set to arrive at U.S. dealerships soon, but its coupe-like sibling skips this model year. In...

Polestar 2 successor arriving end of decade

2024 Polestar 2 single motorThe Polestar 2 electric vehicle will get a direct successor that will appear toward the end of the decade, CEO Michael Lohscheller said in a recent interview with Autocar. With last week's announcement of the Polestar 7 small SUV, it's easy to assume this model will effectively replace the Polestar 2 electric hatchback as the entry-level vehicle...

Mexico is pushing ahead with a federally subsidized EV

Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum with renderings of proposed electric vehiclesAs the incoming Trump Administration remains committed to stiff tariffs on Mexican imports, the Mexican government is pushing ahead with its affordable electric-vehicle project. The project,—called "Olinia," meaning "movement" in the indigenous Nahuatl language—was announced last October, but President Claudia Sheinbaum provided the...

Canoo files bankruptcy, claiming funding shortfalls

Canoo Crew Transportation Vehicle for NASA Artemis programStruggling electric vehicle startup Canoo has filed for bankruptcy and ceased all operations. The startup announced its filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on Jan. 17 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Delaware. This will result in the federal appointment of a trustee to oversee the liquidation of Canoo's assets and distribution of proceeds to...

2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV ups range to 492 miles, costs $57,095

2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV LTChevrolet expanded the Silverado EV lineup for 2025 Silverado EV can be had with up to 492 miles of range in Work Truck (WT) form 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV costs $57,095 The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV has gained a new mid-level grade, and range is up across the lineup. Official EPA range tops off at an estimated 492 miles of range for the WT...

Michigan State Police put first EV into patrol fleet

2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E used by Michigan State PoliceThe Michigan State Police (MSP) has acquired its first electric patrol vehicle, joining a growing number of police departments utilizing electric vehicles. A 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E modified for police use has been assigned to the MSP's State Security Operations Section to be used by properties security officers at state-owned and leased...

2025 BMW i7 electric flagship sedan carries over unchanged

2025 BMW i7The 2025 BMW i7—an all-electric version of the automaker's flagship 7-Series—carries over to the new model year unchanged. Listed pricing even remains the same, although an increase of the mandatory destination charge from $995 to $1,175 somewhat bumps up the effective cost of an i7. The three-tier lineup still starts with the...

This new Toyota includes $15,000 of free fuel, costs as little as $17,000

2024 Toyota MiraiSouthern California shoppers can get up to 70% off hydrogen fuel-cell Mirai Bay Area customers can get lesser discounts as well Sales have slowed, and the price of hydrogen has soared If you live in Southern California, you can buy one particular new Toyota for about the cost of the cheapest subcompact car—with $15,000 of free fuel. That car...

This new Toyota includes $15,000 of free fuel, could cost $17,000

2024 Toyota MiraiSouthern California shoppers might get up to 70% off hydrogen fuel-cell Mirai Bay Area customers can get discounts too Sales have slowed, and the price of hydrogen has soared If you live in Southern California, you can buy a new Toyota for about the cost of the cheapest subcompact car—with $15,000 of free fuel. That car is the 2024 Toyota...
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