Chad Kirchner Affordable EVs are getting interesting As automakers push electric vehicles into the mainstream, two familiar nameplates are defining what affordable electric mobility looks like next. The 2026 Nissan Leaf, now a fully reimagined crossover, aims for efficiency and range. The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt, returning after a brief hiatus, leans on price and simplicity. Each delivers … Read more
As a resident of the State of Ohio, I’m not only allowed to criticize my government, but I’m required to. I believe that speaking truth to power is the least that I can do, and I intend to do so right now. As I reported recently, General Motors and Ford came up with a way … Read more
By now, you’ve probably heard that Tesla has finally debuted its “more affordable” Model 3 and Model Y variants. Referred to as Standards, these models have smaller batteries and a little less range. Additionally, there’s been some de-contenting to bring the price down. This de-contenting is more cynical than practical, and while some interesting things … Read more
Some people live on the road, and as the world becomes more and more electrified, those journeys are made with an EV. If you are one of those road warriors, you might be looking for a laptop that works best for you. Because modern EVs are more advanced than modern gasoline vehicles, certain features improve … Read more
It doesn’t seem all that long ago that you could get a $7,500 federal tax incentive on buying or leasing a new EV. That’s because it wasn’t. But now that it’s gone, Hyundai seemingly wants to be aggressive about selling EVs. Yesterday, it announced pricing on the 2026 Ioniq 5, and the price was significantly … Read more
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 continues to be one of the most compelling EVs on the market, thanks to its futuristic design, spacious interior, and excellent charging technology. For 2026, Hyundai has included a mobile charging unit that can handle both Level 1 and Level 2 connections, giving owners some flexibility right out of the … Read more
It’s October 1st, and the EV tax credit is over. We’re going to see sales numbers from the third quarter of the year shortly, and EV sales will predictably be high. In most cases, they’ll likely be record highs. That’s because people who were planning on buying an EV, and wanted to take advantage of … Read more
If you look at the window sticker of a new car (or a Monroney sticker, if you’re a cool auto journalist), you’ll notice all the standard and optional features of the vehicle and the associated price. There is also other legally-required information, and then there’s the total. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) includes everything … Read more
People smarter than I am are debating the merits of the upcoming Slate Auto electric pickup truck and quasi-SUV. By making the truck as inexpensively as possible, the company hopes to be able to sell its EV in a world without tax credits at a price people can actually afford. Some will argue that normal … Read more
It’s already looking to be the start of an active hurricane season. While the government insists that climate change is a hoax, the reality is that hurricane seasons are getting worse, with more powerful storms. One thing you might not know is that your EV might be a lifesaver in one of these storms. Let’s … Read more
