From InsideEVs. While driving the new Mercedes-Benz GLC EV in Portugal last week, I kept coming back to one thought: this feels like a Mercedes first and an EV second. Don’t get me wrong. Getting an EV to feel this well-rounded isn’t easy on its own. A competitive option in this class needs to do…
From InsideEVs. The EV cancellations and delays aren’t stopping in 2026. On today’s show, Mack and Tim break down why so many electric cars are getting pulled from the market, which probably deserved it, and what happens next. Then they run through some of the week’s biggest EV news, about high gas prices, the BMW…
From InsideEVs. This is the all-new BMW i3. Despite the name, it has nothing in common with the quirky four-door hatchback of the 2010s, except for the logo on the hood. However, just like the original i3, which put BMW on the map as a serious electric car maker that would go out of its…
From InsideEVs. After years of hype, the 2026 Rivian R2 has arrived. We discuss its final pricing and specs. Is the $45,000 R2 a good buy? How does the R2 Performance stack up to a Tesla Model Y? Plus, Mack drove the 2027 Chevy Bolt and tells us why he liked the rebooted $28,995 EV.…
From InsideEVs. Rivian’s make-or-break moment is here. It just announced the final specs and pricing for its R2 lineup, which launches in the second quarter with the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive R2 Performance, stickering at $57,990. Similar to other recent EV launches, Rivian plans to roll out lower-priced models as time goes on. An R2 Premium…
From InsideEVs. Is the new Chevrolet Bolt back and better than ever, or dead on arrival? Our own Mack Hogan discussed the new Bolt’s updates, range, charging speed, specs, cargo space, and more in our latest first drive video. Sign up for InsideEV’s Newsletter to get our content sent straight to your inbox: https://www.insideEVs.com/newsletter/ 00:00…
From InsideEVs. Mack just drove the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker, which is basically an electric Outback, and he tells Tim what he thought. Does it solve the shortcomings of Subaru’s earlier EVs? Then the guys discuss Donut Lab’s latest battery tests, and what questions they still have about its solid-state claims. Finally, Mack and Tim speak…
From InsideEVs. Voices on the internet say the Tesla Model Y Standard is a variant to avoid. They argue that all the equipment it loses in the quest for improved affordability is enough to make it not worth considering. But is that really true? Most of the criticism boils down to one idea: Tesla cut…
From InsideEVs. This week, Tim and new cohost Mack Hogan break down the news that Lamborghini is canceling its first EV project, the Lanzador. The Lanzador looks cool, but do supercar buyers really want EVs? Then they recap Uber’s big news this week: an Autonomous Services division that helps self-driving car companies scale up. Tim…
From InsideEVs. This week, Patrick and Tim sit down with Alan Clarke, the head of Ford’s skunkworks EV program that’s developing its next-generation EV platform. They discuss the brand’s upcoming $30,000 EV pickup, why it chose to start with a truck, what Alan learned from Tesla that he’s bringing to Ford, and why the pickup…
From InsideEVs. Toyota is getting serious about EVs, with three new ones coming out this year including this: 2026 C-HR. This compact electric crossover starts at $38,450 (including fees) and offers 287 miles of estimated range. Overall, we think it’s a solid addition to the EV space—especially the sub-$40k segment. And Toyota seems to have…
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From InsideEVs. Patrick was among the first people outside of Rivian to drive the R2. He tells us what he thought about Rivian’s upcoming SUV in the flesh, from its 650+ horsepower to its new user interface. The guys also discuss the 2027 Toyota Highlander, which was revealed this week and will only be available…
From InsideEVs. Built in the U.S. with American-made batteries, the 2027 Toyota Highlander will go toe to toe with the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia EV9. Many automakers have significantly toned down their electric-vehicle ambitions in the United States. But Toyota is stepping up in a big way—literally, in this case. This is the 2027…
From InsideEVs. Rivian’s R2 is a big deal for the company: cheaper, smaller and maybe the next great everyday EV from a startup company after the Tesla Model Y. But is it any good? We got a brief drive a nearly production-ready R2 prototype with 656 horsepower and 300+ miles of range. Here’s what impressed…
From InsideEVs. China has banned hidden, pop-out door handles like you find on Teslas, and Patrick is thrilled. He and Tim explain why regulators are cracking down globally on electronic door handles. Then the guys explore reporting of a potential partnership between Ford and China’s Geely Group. Finally, Tim spent the day at QuantumScape’s headquarters…
From InsideEVs. This week, Patrick and Tim give a proper send-off to the Tesla Model S and Model X, which the company is canceling to make room for more Optimus robot production. Then they recap an astonishing year of growth for America’s EV charging network. Finally, Tim interviewed the CEOs of Slate Auto and Scout…
From InsideEVs. Canada just struck a deal to reduce its hefty tariffs on China’s cars. Patrick and Tim unpack the consequences—and the backlash to the decision. The guys react to the new Volvo EX60, which looks super impressive with 400 miles of range and 370 kW charging. Plus, Lemonade is now offering discounted car insurance…
From InsideEVs. Patrick is back from CES, where Chinese cars, robotaxis and human-like robots were front and center. BMW dropped details on the absolutely insane, quad-motor electric M3 sedan. And now that all the numbers are in, the guys break down what happened to EV sales in 2025—and look forward to 2026—with the help of…
From InsideEVs. 2026 will be a very big year for electric cars, with over 30 new ones hitting the road in the coming year. Today, we break down the most exciting entrants and talk about what makes them special. From the Slate truck and Rivian R2 to the new Chevy Bolt and Jeep EREV, there’s…
From InsideEVs. At Rivian’s Autonomy & AI Day in December, Senior Editor Tim Levin got a sneak peek at how the startup is upping its tech game. Follow along as he sits in on two demos of future Rivian features. First, we get a tour of the Rivian Assistant, a new AI voice assistant that…
From InsideEVs. It was a rollercoaster year in the EV space, full of challenges but also reasons for optimism. This week, Patrick and Tim break down the top 10 biggest stories in EVs, from Tesla’s wild year and the end of EV tax credits to Waymo’s rise and the growth of EV charging. At the…
From InsideEVs. At the U.S. launch of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class, Editor-in-Chief Patrick George got plenty of seat time with this sleek new 374-mile electric sedan. But he also spent time with the new MBUX Virtual Assistant. It uses generative AI, based on models like ChatGPT4o and Microsoft Bing Search, to control some functions and…
From InsideEVs. Welcome to the 2026 edition of the InsideEVs Breakthrough Awards, where we celebrate the cars that are getting us closer to an all-electric future. The goal is to find the cars that make electric vehicles more enticing, more attainable or more practical for American buyers, and this is our best field yet. Over…
From InsideEVs. This week, we recognize the very best EVs of 2025. The InsideEVs Breakthrough Awards just dropped, and we discuss the pros and cons of each Editors’ Choice pick: the Cadillac Optiq, Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Lucid Gravity and Nissan Leaf. Plus we debate Ford’s epic EV strategy shift. Was cancelling the…