Jason Siu

Jason Siu
Do I need a Level 2 home charger for my BMW X5 xDrive45e?

The second-generation, plug-in version of the BMW X5 arrived as a 2021 model year, boasting a 24-kWh battery pack that doubled the previous X5 xDrive40e’s 12-kWh capacity. And while the X5 xDrive50e is around the corner with an even more impressive all-electric driving range, the X5 xDrive45e is what’s currently available at the time of […]

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2024 Lincoln Nautilus debuts with stunning in-car tech

The all-new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus has made its global debut as the newest SUV in the American automaker’s lineup. Featuring an evolved design, available hybrid powertrain, and new connected features, the next-generation midsize luxury SUV is sure to garner some attention with its horizontal instrument panel integrated into the largest immersive display in its class. […]

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Wallbox Pulsar Plus home EV charger hands-on review

After reviewing the Electrify Home HomeStation and finding its size to be one of its biggest issues, I decided to reach out to Wallbox to evaluate the company’s compact Pulsar Plus home EV charger. Wallbox was quick to send out the Pulsar Plus for me to test and review, and I was equally as excited […]

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Toyota accelerates clean energy commitment by joining MIGreenPower

Today, Toyota has announced its enrollment in MIGreenPower, a voluntary renewable energy program from DTE Energy. As one of the largest voluntary renewable energy programs in the U.S., it allows DTE Electric’s residential and business customers to attribute a larger percentage of their electricity use to wind and solar projects, beyond the 15% DTE already […]

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BMW XM Label Red is the most powerful BMW M model ever

An even more exclusive and powerful version of BMW’s first-ever electrified high-performance vehicle has been unveiled: say hello to the 2024 BMW XM Label Red. Compared to the standard BMW XM, the XM Label Red gets 94 more ponies and 148 pound-feet more torque, bringing both figures to an impressive 738. As a hybrid, it […]

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The Polestar 4 is making its official debut next week

Now that we know nearly everything we need to know about the  upcoming Polestar 3, our attention turns to the Polestar 4, which will debut at the Shanghai Auto Show on April 18. Along with announcing the Polestar 4’s unveiling, the Swedish automaker shared a teaser photo of the electric SUV coupe. Although Polestar kept […]

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Ford’s Oakville plant in Canada will build EVs in 2025

Ford is investing billions of dollars in the U.S. to ramp up electric vehicle production, and now it’s doing the same in Canada. The automaker has announced its Oakville Assembly Complex (OAC) in Ontario will transform into a Canadian hub for electric vehicle manufacturing starting in the second quarter of 2024. The $1.8-billion (CAD) investment […]

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The best wheel brushes make cleaning your wheels easy

Previously, we gave our recommendations for the best wheel cleaners, and in that article we mentioned needing to use a wheel brush. So naturally, we decided to give our recommendations for the best wheel brushes! There honestly isn’t too much that goes into designing and manufacturing a wheel brush, but there are some products that […]

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Enphase HCS-50 home EV charger hands-on review

Currently, the Wallbox Pulsar Plus is undergoing our long-term home EV charger evaluation, and the smart features of the charger are becoming frustrating to use. The charger often disconnects from WiFi, rendering the app basically useless until I can reconnect the charger. Issues like this are a major reason why some consumers prefer to purchase […]

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Ram 1500 REV makes its world debut at NYIAS

Following its announcement during Super Bowl LVII, the all-electric Ram 1500 REV has made its world debut at the 2023 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Along with its debut, the American automaker confirmed many specification targets and details, although official pricing won’t be announced until closer to the Ram 1500 REV’s launch. The 2025 […]

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