Chad Kirchner

If you hate Star Trek, you’re going to hate this introduction. But also, why the hate? Imagine that you’re on board a starship in the 25th century. You’re bored, and you’re looking for something to do. So you head down to an available holodeck and give the computer some prompts. “Computer. Access the mid-twenty-first century […]

What is one of the biggest oppositions to EV ownership cited by people who don’t think you should buy an EV? Tire wear. While it is true that heavier vehicles with instant torque are likely to experience tire wear quicker than lighter vehicles with non-instant torque, it doesn’t have to always be that way. When […]

Over the weekend a post on LinkedIn called out a colleague in the industry for saying that Americans don’t understand what PHEVs are and how to use them properly. The author of the article is correct. We don’t know how to use PHEVs properly, and as long as we don’t use them properly they aren’t […]

Along with the news surrounding the New York International Auto Show (or perhaps lack of news around it), we’re learning that Fisker is making a big move to sell its Ocean SUVs. It’s basically put it on a fire sale. Today you can purchase yourself a new Fisker Ocean at up to a 39% discount […]

Understanding the Inflation Reduction Act sometimes feels like it requires a doctorate in government bureaucracy, or at least a CPA (which we aren’t), but the ultimate goal is to help make electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable for those who source and build EVs locally. Leaf buyers through the end of last year were able to […]

There is a debate right now about whether our not Chinese car companies should be allowed to sell in the U.S. With the announcement of BYD aiming to build cars in Mexico, that creates a way for the brand to enter the U.S. and offer its cars to a new market. Opponents to this will […]

While we know to expect the Wagoneer S and Recon Jeep models reasonably soon, we weren’t exactly clear on when the vehicles would actually ship. Now we do. At a roundtable event attended by EV Pulse on Friday, new Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa provided some valuable information about when these new Jeep models will arrive. […]

When I learned that Aamir Ahmed would be heading up the Fiat brand in North America, I was a bit surprised. In background that none of you care about, Ahmed was one of the first at Stellantis (then Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) to give me a product deep dive as a fledgling young journalist. I consider […]

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a great electric sedan that charges quickly and has stellar range for the price. While it ultimately didn’t win our top honors for EV of the Year, its performance was strong enough for it to bring home an EV Pulse Editor’s Choice award for 2024. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 delivers […]

The Ford F-150 Lightning Pro, even in its entry-level trim, has set a new standard in the EV market. Combining the traditional strengths of the iconic F-150 series with advanced electric technology, the Lightning Pro offers a compelling mix of power and functionality. The vehicle is equipped with an independent rear suspension and a spacious […]