EV Pulse Staff

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Slate has introduced the Slate Truck, a new electric vehicle designed to rethink affordability and personalization in the auto industry. Built on a simplified, durable platform, the Slate Truck offers a 2-seat pickup configuration that can easily transform into a 5-seat SUV using a DIY accessory kit. Priced under $20,000 after federal incentives, the Slate […]

Lexus debuted the fully redesigned 2026 ES sedan at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, introducing a new generation that expands the brand’s electrified offerings with both hybrid and battery electric models. The eighth-generation ES is built on a reengineered TNGA GA-K platform and features a fresh design direction, enhanced technology, and a diverse powertrain […]

Tesla Q1 2025: Revenue Falls Amid Production Changes and Investment in AI, Energy Storage Tesla reported a 9% year-over-year drop in total revenue for Q1 2025, totaling $19.3 billion, driven primarily by lower vehicle deliveries and reduced average selling prices as the company implemented production changes for the new Model Y. Despite this decline, the […]