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Polestar Day recap: The future of the company becomes clear

At an airport hangar in Santa Monica, CA, Polestar presented a lineup of performance EVs ranging from the familiar Polestar 2, to the soon-to-be-released Polestar 3, to the wild Synergy supercar concept. In addition, it also revealed plans for incorporating new technologies like V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) and LIDAR into their lineup. This was all part of […]

by Patrick Anderson
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You can lease a Rivian R1T… in some states

While the Rivian R1T has been available for some time in some configurations, there has only been really one way to buy one. That is to say, you have to buy it. Either cash money or a loan was required to put Rivian’s electric truck in your driveway. Launching today that changes, with Rivian offering […]

by Chad Kirchner
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Porsche reveals updated Panamera with improved E-Hybrid powertrain

Porsche’s latest revelation, the 2024 Panamera, marks a significant step in the luxury EV market, showcasing the brand’s commitment to electrification and advanced technology. This third-generation model, set to hit U.S. Porsche Centers in Spring 2024, starts at $99,900 and highlights the increasing integration of E-Hybrid powertrains in luxury vehicles. Central to the new Panamera’s […]

by Bradward Boimler
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Hyundai debuts U.S.-spec Ioniq 5 N

Our coverage of the 2023 LA Auto Show is sponsored by Emporia. While we’ve already seen quite a few details about the upcoming Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, there are some things that are now finalized before it goes on sale to U.S. customers. At an event surrounding the LA Auto Show, Hyundai debuted the high-performance […]

by Chad Kirchner
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REVIEWS

Honda
Honda Motocompacto review: The origami scooter

The new Honda Motocompacto is a 21st-century take on the automaker’s folding scooter of similar name from way back in the 1980s. A first- and last-mile transportation solution, this cute-as-a-button suitcase on wheels is intended to bookend the automaker’s nascent lineup of eco-friendly all-electric vehicles, though it’s also fun to ride and looks fricken cool, […]

by Craig Cole
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Mercedes-Benz
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic review: Fancy but flawed

There’s plenty to like about 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic. This compact, all-electric SUV has upscale appointments, offers some great features and is a handy size, neither too big nor too small. But despite having plenty of upsides, you probably shouldn’t buy one of these utility vehicles, and here’s why. The EQB is basically a […]

by Craig Cole
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Mercedes-Benz
2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV review: Leather-lined cruise missile

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV is the first all-electric performance utility vehicle from the go-fast sub-brand, and perform it does, with up to 677 horsepower on tap. But aside from brute force, there’s plenty that separates this AMG model from more mainstream versions of the EQE SUV and closely related EQE sedan. Dressed to thrill, […]

by Craig Cole
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Heybike Tyson review: A solid ebike with trail-ready ruggedness

I recently reviewed a Bugatti-branded electric scooter, an easily transportable last-mile mobility solution that’s more fun than you’d ever imagine. This motorized device is perfect for getting around densely packed urban areas, jetting from the bus stop to your office building a couple miles away, however, it’s far less useful for longer-distance trips. If you […]

by Craig Cole
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OPINION PIECES

Towing with an electric truck is both the best and the worst

When videos and reviews of the Ford F-150 Lightning came out, people were outraged by how much the range dropped while towing. In our testing, the truck didn’t do too badly, but other publications saw much larger declines. This led to plenty of inflammatory tweets and clickbait headlines. But here’s why folks are dead wrong […]

by Craig Cole
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Modern vehicles suffer from tech overload

Technology is important. It’s what makes the future brighter and happier. But car interiors are no place for over-the-top razzle-dazzle. Things are getting out of hand. It’s crazy. Thanks to internet-connected smartphones, we walk around with instant access to a huge chunk of all recorded human knowledge right in our pockets and purses. But at […]

by Craig Cole
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Chevrolet leaving a Bolt-sized hole in the affordable EV marketplace

Chevrolet officially announced that the Bolt EV and EUV are dead at the end of the 2023 calendar year. With its removal from the marketplace, the number of truly affordable EVs drops quite significantly. The Tesla Model 3, at least at the time of this writing, is $41,380 with destination. When you factor in the […]

by Chad Kirchner
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EV advocates are lying to you!

Electric vehicles are the future, but anyone that tells you EVs are perfect, ignore them and run away because they’re lying to you. At EV Pulse, we firmly believe battery-powered cars and pickup trucks will revolutionize how we get around, emphasis on will. The problem is we live in the present, not the future, and […]

by Craig Cole
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Toyota might be best suited for the lithium shortages of the near future

Toyota receives a lot of criticism regarding its EV strategy. Mainly, people accuse Toyota of simply not having one. We’ve been critical of them, too. The rest of the automotive industry in Korea, Europe, China, and the United States are racing toward EV development, while Toyota is methodically slow. The company has its reasons. “We […]

by Chad Kirchner
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HOW-TO ARTICLES

How-to charge a non-Tesla EV at a Tesla Supercharger
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How-to use camp mode in your Tesla
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How-to charge any EV with a Tesla charger
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How-to charge an electric vehicle
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BUYING GUIDES

Do I need a Level 2 home charger for my Chevy Bolt or Bolt EUV?

In our review of the 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV Premier, we named it the best value in the EV world. The 2023 Chevy Bolt and Bolt EUV are currently the most affordable BEVs in the U.S., and we wouldn’t be surprised if we saw more and more them hitting the roads in the coming years. […]

by Jason Siu
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What adapter do I need to connect to the Ford F-150 Pro Power Onboard generator?

One of the coolest features of the 2021 and newer Ford F-150 (and F-150 Lightning), in addition to the hybrid added to the lineup, is the onboard power generator. Ford calls it Pro Power Onboard, and it can produce up to 7.2 kW of electricity if it’s equipped to the hybrid version of the truck. […]

by Chad Kirchner
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Do I need a Level 2 home charger for my Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid?

The all-new 2023 Kia Niro PHEV has quickly become an appealing option in the plug-in hybrid market, offering up to 33 miles of all-electric range — a noticeable bump from the previous model’s 26 miles. Powered by a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine paired with a 62-kW electric motor, the Niro PHEV delivers a total system output […]

by Jason Siu
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Should you get a Level 2 charger for your Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid?

If you’re in the market for a new Jeep Wrangler, you probably have seen the all-new 4xe version of the Sahara and Rubicon. The plug-in hybrid Jeeps represent a paradigm shift for off-roading, and based on our first drive impressions, it’s an excellent bit of kit. In order to take advantage of driving on pure […]

by Chad Kirchner
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Pros and cons: Should you purchase the white interior for your new Tesla?

Billed as a premium option, Tesla offers a white interior in the Model S, X, 3 and Y. It is a $1,000 option for 3 and Y shoppers, and $1,500 extra for S and X models, which also offer a cream interior for the same upcharge. Casual observation shows that few buyers opt for the […]

by Samanthan Rutherford
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FEATURE ARTICLES

What to look for when shopping for a used Nissan Leaf
by Craig Cole
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Ford eliminating hundreds of wiring harness configurations with 2024 F-150 pickup truck
by Craig Cole
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Nikola’s electric and hydrogen fuel cell-powered big rigs put diesel to shame
by Craig Cole
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2025 Volvo EX30 first look: Affordable excellence
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