Though prized for their luxury status, Porsche’s cars are often more capable than many think—especially outside of a paved racetrack. The Cayenne has competed in rallies, for example, as have vintage 924s. Even the compact Macan crossover can take to the dirt somewhat. But what about the upcoming electric Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo? The Porsche …
As electric powertrain swaps give classic cars second lives, some companies are starting the other way around. Bugatti, for example, resurrected its Baby as a small-scale EV. Alpha’s ACE Coupe also has a few retro-ish elements. And now, a Switzerland-based electric scooter company has released its own classic-inspired car. It’s called the Microlino, and its …
What happens when you provide millions of random people with electric-powered scooters to do with as they please? You prompt bans and the near-collapse of the e-scooter industry. In November 2018, Ford Smart Mobility acquired the e-scooter company Spin for $100 million. Now, with American citizens and officials growing fed up with e-scooters cluttering their …
Like the rest of GM, Chevrolet is pushing towards going all-electric. This means, just like Ford did with the Mustang Mach-E, tackling the SUV/crossover market. So, in addition to updating the Bolt for 2022, Chevrolet is also releasing the Bolt EUV. But does it have what it takes to stand up to the Mustang Mach-E? …
During the pandemic, Sony has been making a mint with PlayStation 5 sales and streaming content through the PlayStation Network. But in a surprise move, it jumped into the EV market with the launch of its Vision-S sedan. Just think — in a few short years, you could be driving a PlayStation car. Sony’s diverse …
GM recently announced it hopes to go electric by 2035. The news came toward the end of January and quickly made headlines globally. While many media reports have generally praised General Motors for aspiring to produce zero-emissions trucks, we have to wonder about the automaker’s word choice. There’s a significant difference between aspiring to do …
As soon as Cadillac announced it would manufacture an EV line, car experts speculated about everything from features and power to cost. Now that more details are trickling out, we’re getting answers to our questions. The problem is that these answers are leading to new queries. One such question: Would you pay $100,000 for a …
Tesla’s Cybertruck has attracted plenty of attention, but another electric pickup is expected to debut this year. That’s the Bollinger B2. The truck carries a hefty price tag, but its safety features are lacking. Does that make the Bollinger B2 dangerous? Here’s what we know about this upcoming EV. The Bollinger B2 at a glance …
Our streets and highways still see millions of internal combustion engines, but their era seems to be nearing an end. And Tesla isn’t the only manufacturer looking to hasten an end to the gas-powered vehicles. Mercedes-Benz made this clear almost five years ago when it announced its EQ series, a platform developed for electric drivetrains. …
Tesla has become a well-known automaker, particularly with the growing interest in electric vehicles. But how many cars does Tesla actually sell? Interest doesn’t always translate to sales. The Elon Musk-led company is becoming one of the most popular names in the automotive world. Its cars look cool and boast cutting-edge technology. But do Tesla’s …
Recently, General Motors put out a teaser video for the 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV. This electric utility vehicle is set to debut on Valentine’s Day at Walt Disney World in Florida. There, Chevrolet will present the all-new vehicle along with the original Bolt hatchback’s 2021 refresh. Also, there’s been plenty of buzz surrounding a driver …
The past couple of years have been positive for electric vehicles. Many automotive journalists and bloggers were betting on 2020 as the year of the EV. Then along came a pandemic, and many manufacturers postponed their plans. That included Kia. But earlier this month, the automaker announced exciting plans to release a full EV model …
The camper van world is one of many shapes, sizes, and configurations. It is a truly unique segment of the automotive world because of the function of the vehicle. They are as much a house as they are a vehicle. With that comes a wide range of needs that vary from person to person. The …
There is no denying that the Tesla Model 3 is the brand’s most important model. The Model 3‘s sales figures in the U.S. make it the undeniable champ over its electric siblings. However, as the roads get flooded with new EVs, questions arise surrounding their long-term maintenance costs and powertrain durability. A recent story by …
On Monday, President Joe Biden announced that he has big plans for both the auto industry and the country’s entire federal vehicle fleet. As part of his plan to invest in the American auto industry, get Americans back to work, and decrease the fleet’s fuel and maintenance costs, President Biden says that the fleet will …
EVs are commonplace these days. Hell, Tesla is one of the highest valued automakers in the world. But back in the 90s, this was very much not the case. The concept was definitely afoot, and some actual cars were made, but GM very famously killed the EV and hunted down nearly every example they made …
The rise and development of EVs haven’t exactly gone smoothly. But, while the electricity they use to recharge isn’t always 100% clean, electric cars do produce fewer emissions, CO2 and otherwise, than ICE ones. That’s why there’s been such a push to replace gasoline and diesel vehicles with battery-powered ones. However, a new report from …
Battery and technology costs mean that EVs are typically more expensive than their ICE equivalents. However, if you’re okay with an older battery, a used EV often makes for a great bargain buy. And this week’s featured Cars and Bids car is one of the best EVs to buy used: a 2015 BMW i3 REX. …