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General Motors Electric Vehicles to Use Canada’s Telus for 5G Connectivity
General Motors announced on Wednesday it has partnered with Canadian wireless carrier Telus for 5G connectivity for its current automobiles and upcoming electric cars. The new agreement will apply to existing 4G LTE-equipped model year 2019 and newer vehicles, such as Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac owners, as they transition to the Telus network. “Connectivity is […]
2022 Rivian R1T Reviewed by Motortrend: ‘Most Remarkable Pickup’ Ever Driven
With Rivian’s upcoming R1T and R1S already gaining a second factory in the U.S., the vehicles have a lot of momentum going into their first deliveries – and a new endorsement from Motortrend isn’t likely to slow down their oncoming takeover. Aaron Gold of Motortrend shared a review of the Rivian R1T on Tuesday, and […]
2023 Subaru Solterra EV Specs and Pictures Announced
In May, Subaru teased its first all-electric vehicle, the Subaru Solterra and now the company has followed up with a few more details on the upcoming release. On Tuesday, Subaru announced that its upcoming 2023 Subaru Solterra will be its most technologically advanced Subaru yet, and will feature a Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive based on […]
2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV Review by Jay Leno: ‘True Aerodynamics’ [VIDEO]
The Mercedes-Benz EQS was unveiled in April, and it has remained the subject of headlines and reviews alike ever since – with a new review from a familiar face coming to light earlier today. On a new episode of Jay Leno’s Garage released on Tuesday, Leno performs an in-depth review of the recently-released 2022 Mercedes-Benz […]
GM Halts Chevy Bolt EV Production, Following Fire Risk Recall
After asking Chevy Bolt owners to park outside due to fire risks, General Motors (GM) recalled every Chevy Bolt ever made earlier this month, and it now looks like the future of the electric vehicle (EV) is more than just uncertain. GM has decided to halt production of the Chevy Bolt and won’t continue until […]
Hyundai and Motional Unveil the IONIQ 5 Electric Robotaxi
While Hyundai announced its 2022 IONIQ 5 electric vehicle (EV) earlier this year, the company is already looking forward in hopes to create a next-generation robotaxi using the EV. Hyundai and Motional unveiled plans for the next-generation robotaxi on Tuesday, based on the Hyundai IONIQ 5, according to a press release. The EV also […]
Lotus Electric Vehicles Confirmed for 2022, New HQ Setup in China
Competition amongst electric car companies is heating up, especially in China, which is considered the world’s largest auto market. Lotus Technology established its global headquarters on Tuesday in Wuhan, China, during a ground-breaking ceremony in which the company announced plans for four new electric vehicle (EV) models by 2026, according to a press release. The […]
Electrify America App Now Supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to grow, support for easy EV charging solutions will continue to grow too, and one charging company is already adding compatibility with certain highly-used apps that will streamline the process of finding charging stations. Electrify America is rolling out support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto infotainment centers with […]
Rivian Filing Reveals IPO Plans with $80 Billion Valuation
Rivian filed for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on Friday and is expecting a valuation of nearly $80 billion USD valuation, according to sources that remained anonymous (via Bloomberg). The electric vehicle (EV) startup, which is based in Irvine, California, and is backed by Amazon, announced on Friday that it had submitted an S-1 registration […]
Maserati Electric Cars Will Make Better EV Sounds, Says CEO
As the world moves to electric vehicles (EVs) for its day-to-day transportation needs, luxury vehicle companies are looking to get a leg up in any way they can, with one company recently hinting that its electric cars may offer more convincing sound than some other models. Maserati hopes to bolster EV sounds in its upcoming […]
BMW Currently ‘Growing Faster Than Tesla’, Says Chairman
Nearly six months after BMW unveiled the electric i4 gran coupé sedan, a company chairman is showing strong signs of confidence, even against electric vehicle (EV) automaker Tesla. BMW Chairman Oliver Zipse claimed on Thursday’s CNBC’s Squawk Box that BMW is “growing faster than Tesla,” and while it isn’t clear what metric puts them in […]
Waymo Launches ‘Trusted Tester’ Program for Autonomous Rides in San Francisco
Following hints at Waymo’s self-driving future plans throughout this year, the company has announced it will now invite live civilians to try out its self-driving features in one major U.S. city. Waymo has announced plans to recruit San Francisco residents to test out autonomous rides in its electric Jaguar I-PACE self-driving vehicles, according to a […]
2022 Porsche Taycan Adds 65 New Exterior Colors, Android Auto and More
Following the release of the Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo electric vehicle (EV), the company has unveiled a wide range of new colors for the 2022 Taycan, along with a number of other exciting features. The Porsche Taycan has added 65 new exterior color options, as well as features like Android Auto and remote-park, according to […]
First Drive: 2022 Lucid Air ‘Dream Edition R’ Called ‘Mic Drop’ by Motortrend
As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to make their way into the driveways and garages of the average household, competition is set to increase drastically for Tesla in the years to come, especially with companies like Lucid set to release their first EVs this and next year. Motortrend took its first drive in the Lucid Air […]
Ford BlueCruise Reviewed by Sandy Munro: Tesla Autopilot Better [VIDEO]
Ford unveiled its BlueCruise hands-free driver assistant system in April, and a few months after its deployment, Sandy Munro has officially tested the system out. Sandy Munro shared a new video to Munro Live on Monday, depicting a test of Ford’s BlueCruise hands-free navigation system in a Mustang Mach-E. In the video, Munro sits in […]