Electric and PHEVs
Experiencing the 2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country
The 2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country gives the brand’s smallest electric SUV the rugged treatment — and it works.
2026 Lucid Air Gains Range, Tesla Charger Access*
For 2026, the Lucid Air gains access to Tesla Superchargers (at slow speeds) and some new standard features by trim level.
Tesla Chargers Open to Honda, Acura Owners
Honda and Acura EV owners can now use Tesla’s Supercharger charging network. They’ll need an adapter to do so.
EV Sales Slowing, but Not as Fast as Overall Car Sales
Electric vehicles made up 6.9% of the new cars Americans bought in May. In June, that figure grew to 8% on slower overall car sales.
EVs Increase Motion Sickness Because They’re TOO Smooth
New research suggests that EVs may cause motion sickness because they’re too quiet and smooth for our brains to process.
Polestar 2 Recalled Over Brake Issue
Polestar has recalled just two Polestar 2 sedans because a software update can cause their brakes to fail under very specific conditions.
2026 Subaru Uncharted – Subie Debuts Small Electric SUV
The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is an all-electric subcompact SUV with a range of over 300 miles and up to 338 horsepower.
Polestar Recalls SUVs Over Water Damage
Polestar has recalled 969 Polestar 3 SUVs from model year 2025 because a water leak can damage wiring and cause electrical problems.
Lucid Adds Hands-Free Driving
EV builder Lucid this week announced an over-the-air update that will give some owners hands-free highway driving.
EV Sales Dipped in Q2, Likely to Soar in Q3
Americans bought 6.3% fewer electric vehicles (EVs) in the second quarter of 2025 than they did in the first.