https://www.evpulse.com/ An RSS feed from Ev Pulse containing the latest articles written by Chad Kirchner en-us 35435 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>It is late 2025, and the hangover has officially set in. If you rewind the tape to 2021, the automotive industry was tripping on a cocktail of zero-interest rates, SPAC money, and PowerPoint slides promising a Jetsons-like future by the middle of the decade. We were told that by now, you’d be cross-shopping five different […]Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:02:29 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/the-electric-vehicle-reality-check-where-america-stands-right-now 34680 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>Scout Motors has officially revealed two production-intent concept vehicles, the Scout Traveler SUV and Scout Terra truck, signaling a new chapter for the historic brand. These vehicles were designed in Michigan and will be manufactured in South Carolina, contributing to the creation of over 4,000 jobs in the United States. The new models pay homage […]Thu, 24 Oct 2024 18:30:13 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/scout-motors-introduces-new-electric-traveler-suv-and-terra-truck 34673 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>“Nobody wants EVs,” the anti-EV folks will tell you. Someone should tell that to General Motors, because they clearly didn’t get the memo. GM reported sales today and the company so far has sold 32,195 EVs. That’s up 60% more than this time last year. The General also said it has hit 9.5% in its […]Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:52:46 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/despite-nixing-apple-car-play-gm-continues-to-set-ev-sales-records 34517 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>In today’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape, one of the most critical aspects of sustainable electric vehicle (EV) ownership is managing the lifecycle of EV batteries. This isn’t just about ensuring the functionality of individual cars—it’s about enhancing the entire EV ecosystem. During my recent visit to EV Battery Solutions by Cox Automotive in Oklahoma City, […]Fri, 06 Sep 2024 10:08:15 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/features/the-future-of-ev-lifecycle-management-a-visit-to-cox-automotives-ev-battery-service-center 34200 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>Earlier this week we launched our first episode of “The Resistance.” This podcast is designed to help dispel EV myths, counter misinformation and FUD, and feature some of the people who are out there looking to advance the cause of electrification and alternative energy. In this episode, Chad talks with Alex Dykes of Auto Buyers […]Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:49:50 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/how-long-do-ev-batteries-last-and-whats-some-of-the-craziest-ev-conspiracy-theories 33158 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>Now that every automaker has committed to the SAE J3400 charging connector (also knows as the NACS or Tesla connector), Tesla CEO Elon Musk has terminated the executive in charge of the Supercharger business. Rebecca Tinucci has been terminated, according to Reuters, along with Daniel Ho, who is responsible for Tesla’s new vehicles program. Musk […]Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:33:40 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/musk-eliminates-supercharger-team-in-baffling-effort-to-reduce-head-count 32842 EV Pulse - 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 […]Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:40:23 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/reviews/2025-hyundai-ioniq-5-n-first-drive-boldly-go 32410 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:23 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/features/michelin-working-to-make-more-sustainable-tires-that-dont-wear-as-quickly-on-evs 32405 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Mon, 01 Apr 2024 08:26:58 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/opinions/phevs-arent-the-gateway-drug-to-evs-yet-for-one-simple-undeniable-reason 32401 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:14:10 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/fisker-ocean-fire-sale-should-you-buy-one 31888 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Wed, 06 Mar 2024 08:48:45 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/nissans-leaf-once-again-eligible-for-tax-credit-under-ira 31886 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Tue, 05 Mar 2024 10:04:03 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/opinions/should-chinese-evs-be-sold-in-the-united-states 31719 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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. […]Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:52:34 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/__trashed 31201 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:04:00 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/features/the-fiat-500e-is-more-than-just-stellantis-north-americas-first-ev-its-an-entirely-new-philosophy 31121 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>After a year of driving thousands of miles, and flying tens of thousands more, it’s safe to say that we drove nearly all the cars. Of those cars we drove, 16 were eligible to compete for our inaugural EV Pulse EV of the Year award. But only one can win, and for the 2024 year, […]Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:45 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/the-genesis-electrified-gv70-is-our-first-ever-ev-of-the-year-award-winner 31068 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:59:35 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/the-ford-f-150-lightning-pro-is-a-2024-ev-pulse-editors-choice 31065 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>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 […]Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:58:00 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/the-hyundai-ioniq-6-is-a-2024-ev-pulse-editors-choice 31072 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>If you’re looking to get into a F-150 Lightning, in most cases it’ll now cost you more than it did last week. Ford is raising prices and eliminating certain variants in an effort to “boost sales and profitability amid a cutback in production.” Per a report in Automotive News, the entry-level Pro model increases from […]Wed, 03 Jan 2024 12:35:40 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/ford-raises-prices-of-most-f-150-lightning-models 31070 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>January 2024 witnessed a shift in the realm of electric vehicles, as the Porsche Taycan, a pre-series model, shattered existing records at the renowned Nürburgring Nordschleife. Porsche development driver Lars Kern demonstrated the Taycan’s formidable prowess, clocking an extraordinary lap time of 7:07.55. This achievement eclipses the Taycan Turbo S’s previous record by a staggering […]Tue, 02 Jan 2024 17:17:01 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/new-porsche-taycan-crushes-ev-lap-record-at-nurburgring 31059 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>WeaveGrid, a pioneering software company in electric vehicle (EV) grid integration, and Wallbox, a leader in EV charging solutions, have announced a collaborative effort to broaden access to utility-managed charging programs for EV owners in North America, starting with Xcel Energy’s Charging Perks Program in Colorado, which serves approximately 1.3 million residential customers. The partnership […]Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:00:24 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/weavegrid-and-wallbox-partner-to-enhance-ev-charging-with-xcel-energys-program-in-colorado 31052 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>Cadillac is announcing yet another EV that will be coming to its lineup. This time, it’s for the 2026 model year and it also carries an IQ name. Called the Vistiq, it’s the next big-ish SUV from Cadillac. Cadillac says that the Vistiq will be the brand’s 3-row SUV that isn’t an Escalade. It slots […]Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:00:43 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/cadillac-confirms-another-ev-to-its-lineup-called-the-vistiq 31042 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>The Chevrolet Blazer EV, built on GM’s Ultium platform, is the first real mass-market Ultium EV from the company. And just like the other Ultium products we’ve driven, it’s an excellent EV. Chevrolet just needs to be able to deliver them. The Blazer EV comes in either front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or rear-wheel drive depending […]Wed, 13 Dec 2023 09:28:08 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/reviews/2024-chevrolet-blazer-ev-first-drive-review-blazin-an-electric-trail 30990 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>Fiat, a brand with a 124-year legacy, announced the launch of its first nationwide battery electric vehicle (BEV) in North America, the 2024 Fiat 500e. This new model marks a significant shift toward sustainable mobility for the Italian automaker, aligning with its “Dare Forward 2030″ plan aiming for 50 percent EV sales in North America […]Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:01:29 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/new-fiat-500e-makes-north-american-debut-in-red-trim 30966 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>In a groundbreaking advancement for electric vehicle technology, Michigan-based energy storage company Our Next Energy (ONE) has unveiled its innovative Gemini dual-chemistry battery, achieving an unprecedented 608.1 miles on a single charge in a BMW iX. This feat, confirmed under the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), marks a significant stride in EV range […]Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:07:16 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/news/bmw-ix-powered-by-one-gemini-battery-goes-over-608-miles-on-a-single-charge 30962 EV Pulse - Chad Kirchner ]]>After years of waiting, leaks, straight up misinformation, and dodgy prototypes, the first deliveries of the much awaited Cybertruck are about to begin. Today at 3 PM EST / 2 PM CST / 8 PM GMT, Tesla is hosting its Cybertruck Delivery Event. Here’s how you can watch it. On Twitter / X Of course […]Thu, 30 Nov 2023 09:43:49 GMThttps://www.evpulse.com/how-tos/how-to-watch-the-tesla-cybertruck-delivery-event