EV Pulse Staff

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Hammond and May does a car vs. plane rematch

DriveTribe’s latest film pits Richard Hammond and James May in an electrified rematch of their famed car-vs-plane challenge. May took flight in an electric aircraft while Hammond raced along public roads in a Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, with both starting at Henstridge Airfield and finishing at Dunsfold Aerodrome. The 108-mile drive contrasted with the aircraft’s […]

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Audi Q6 e-tron earns IIHS top safety pick+ award

The 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron has become one of the safest electric vehicles on U.S. roads after earning the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s highest accolade, the 2025 Top Safety Pick+ award. This year, IIHS raised the bar by introducing a tougher moderate-overlap front collision test that evaluates protection for rear-seat occupants. The Q6 e-tron […]

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Toyota C-HR returns as a battery electric vehicle with 338 hp

Toyota today expanded its electric lineup with the all-new 2026 C-HR battery electric vehicle, a sporty compact crossover that combines coupe-inspired styling, a tech-rich interior and performance figures that rival many gas-powered rivals. Built on Toyota’s dedicated e-TNGA EV platform, the C-HR BEV features dual electric motors and standard all-wheel drive that together deliver a […]

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2026 Toyota bZ gains bigger battery and faster charging

Toyota today unveiled its 2026 bZ battery-electric SUV, featuring major upgrades in range, power and charging performance. The standout change is a new 74.7-kWh lithium-ion pack—available on XLE FWD Plus, XLE AWD and Limited models—that boosts EPA estimates to as much as 314 miles on a full charge. A 57.7-kWh battery remains standard on the […]

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Volvo, Polestar recalls 413,000 vehicles over backup-camera software glitch

Volvo Car USA is recalling 413,151 model-year 2021–2025 vehicles after discovering that a software fault can disable the rear-view camera when drivers shift into reverse. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) filed the recall (25V-282) on April 30, 2025, following multiple reports of the “Camera is temporarily not available” message appearing on center displays. […]

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Audi adds two plug-in hybrids to A6 lineup

Audi has introduced plug-in hybrid variants of its A6 Avant and A6 Sedan, each available in 220 kW and 270 kW system outputs. Both models combine a 2.0 TFSI gasoline engine producing 185 kW with an electric motor rated at up to 105 kW. The higher-output versions deliver 500 Nm of torque and can accelerate […]

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Jeep unveils fully redesigned Compass with hybrid and electric options

Jeep has introduced the latest generation of its Compass compact SUV, featuring a broad array of electrified powertrains and an updated design built on Stellantis’s STLA Medium platform. Production will continue at the Melfi assembly plant in Italy—known for its advanced automation and sustainability initiatives—before the model rolls out to global markets. The refreshed Compass […]

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Hyundai prices IONIQ 9 SUV, offers 335-mile EV range and charging credit

Hyundai Motor America has officially announced pricing and launch details for the 2026 IONIQ 9, its new all-electric, three-row SUV. Designed with families in mind, the IONIQ 9 combines an upscale interior with the brand’s latest EV technologies, delivering an EPA-estimated range of up to 335 miles depending on trim. The model will be built […]

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Jeep marks 250,000th Wrangler 4xe milestone at Toledo plant

Jeep has reached a key production milestone with the completion of its 250,000th Wrangler 4xe, assembled at the Toledo Assembly Complex in Ohio. This achievement underscores Jeep’s leadership in the plug-in hybrid market and highlights the success of Stellantis’ broader multi-energy strategy. The Wrangler 4xe remains the best-selling plug-in hybrid in the U.S., combining off-road […]

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Range Rover Electric completes Arctic testing with new heat-saving tech

Range Rover has wrapped its second winter testing season for the upcoming Range Rover Electric, putting the luxury SUV’s latest technologies to the test in the harsh conditions of Arjeplog, Sweden. Accumulating over 45,000 miles on frozen lakes and rugged terrain, the prototype vehicles were subjected to extreme temperatures to refine performance, handling, and cold-weather […]

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