Tesla is reportedly introducing Apple CarPlay to its cars — but why? Has Tesla lost its sparkle and now the auto disruptor needs something mainstream…
BY PHIL ROYLE
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Tesla is reportedly introducing Apple CarPlay to its cars — but why? Has Tesla lost its sparkle and now the auto disruptor needs something mainstream…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Is Elon Musk asking for too much money? Is RJ Scaringe asking for too little? Is Ford scrapping the F-150 Lightning? Is Toyota going to win the EV battery war…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Toyota wows audiences at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show (aka Tokyo Auto Show) with its Corolla concept. What does the future hold in store for this looker…
BY PHIL ROYLE
With the U.S. government and several automotive manufacturers stepping back from EVs, is this the beginning of the end for electrification…
BY PHIL ROYLE
There’s an emissions scandal brewing, this time around PHEV and EREV technology. Could this be the next Dieselgate? We talk about that, plus…
BY PHIL ROYLE
What a Vision! The Mercedes-Benz Vision Icon concept is unveiled, and it’s a bold move — but is it also the right move? We talk about that…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Tesla’s base model is finally here…and it’s a Model Y overflowing with a lack of features. The price is also dangerously close to the next trim level, which begs the question…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Are EVs too fast? What a ridiculous question! Other than…maybe? The question is not actually so much about outright acceleration, but more about what the industry is…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Ram’s battery electric pickup is dead while the range extended version lives on…with ALL the names. The Ram Ramcharger REV will be Ram’s only “electrified” pickup…
BY PHIL ROYLE
This week, we sit down with Konect’s president Merrick Glass to discuss findings in Konect’s most recent EV charging survey…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Tesla is trying new things, but will it pay off? From the Netherlands-exclusive Multipass to private-labeling Superchargers, things are getting interesting in Tesla’s charging world…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Are messy garages hampering EV adoption? A recent article says yes, in fact, they are! We dive into why that might be the case…
BY PHIL ROYLE
What is the real cost of ownership of an EV? This week, Ed goes through his experience with his 2019 Tesla Model 3 SR+, and he brings the receipts…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Ford unveils its universal EV platform, but when you consider where these vehicles will be made, it turns out we may be left with no Escape…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Perhaps Chevrolet’s engineers were so busy trying to drive a Silverado EV 1,000+ miles on a single charge that they never asked whether they should…
BY PHIL ROYLE
The new, more affordable Tesla is coming…and it’s probably going to be a decontented Model Y. Could this generic future car be the next big thing for Tesla? We chew…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Scout Motors is taking the battle to the dealerships in an attempt to get a direct-to-consumer sales model launched. The dealers, as expected, are fighting back…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Bentley has unveiled its first EV, and it’s interesting. Featuring a blocky design, a ho-hum dashboard, a dog seat, and the ability to tailgate, we’re not sure who the target audience…
BY PHIL ROYLE
For good and bad, Rivian’s in the news. From the return of Tank Turn to falling sales numbers and additional investments, Rivian’s on a rollercoaster of an adventure…
BY PHIL ROYLE
Under optimal conditions, anything can happen. The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Prototype can smash a Nürburgring record, the Escalade IQ can go more than 600 miles on a charge…
BY PHIL ROYLE