InsideEVs breaking news of the day about electric vehicles

1. Xiaomi Just Unveiled A Product Tesla Promised A Decade Ago But Never Delivered

   Forgot to plug in your EV at home? Xiaomi’s latest product takes care of it, even if you’re away.

2. Ford's $30,000 Electric Pickup: Here’s A Closer Look

   We get a glimpse at the design sketches as the first prototypes hit the road for testing.

3. This Low-Mileage 2025 Tesla Model Y Lost A Lot Of Range Fast

   After 18 months and just over 13,000 miles, Tesla’s own battery-health test showed a result its owner called unacceptable.

4. This Simple Trick Boosted My Plug-In Hybrid's Fuel Economy To 50 MPG

   My Volvo wagon’s fuel economy was great to begin with, but a driving strategy change unlocked a new achievement.

5. Sodium Batteries And EVs That Power The Grid: Inside GM's Big Energy Push

   With sodium-ion batteries and vehicle-to-grid technology, General Motors' growth ambitions extend far beyond cars.

6. Yes, EVs Really Are Cleaner Than Gas Cars. Here's By How Much

   An MIT-led study found EVs usually beat gas cars on emissions, but the advantage varies sharply by location and driving habits.

7. The Rivian R2 Is Finally Here. The CEO Just Shared When To Expect More Models

   CEO RJ Scaringe hinted about how far around the corner R3 is and what could come next.

8. 'Really Impressed': Engineering Explained's Jason Fenske On Rivian R2

   On today's Plugged-In Podcast, we talk Rivian R2 driving impressions with Jason Fenske, of the YouTube channel Engineering Explained.

9. The Electric BMW M3 Is Coming. Here's What It Might Look Like

   It looks like a close-to-production preview of the production BMW i3 M, but the specs are still under wraps.

10. The Rivian R2 Is Now Shipping With A Rare Accessory The Competition Forgot Existed

    The R2 is billed as a relatively affordable adventure-ready EV. For an extra $755, owners can get some peace of mind.

11. Edmunds Has Owned A Volvo EX30 For A Year: ‘It’s Been Rough’

    After one year and roughly 8,000 miles, Edmunds’ staff concludes that the EX30 has been “a very frustrating car to live with.”

12. I Drove The 2027 Chevy Bolt. I Loved All The Storage Space But Its Cheap-Feeling Interior Was Underwhelming

    The 2027 Chevy Bolt has punchy acceleration, a great infotainment system, and a surprisingly spacious interior.

13. This Dodge Charger EV Prototype Packs An Experimental Semi-Solid-State Battery

    Dodge parent Stellantis is exploring the viability of semi-solid-state batteries with real-world testing. The test mule: A Charger EV.

14. China Loves This Cheap Battery Tech. Here's Why General Motors Might Not Stick With It

    LFP is the industry’s go-to cheap EV battery tech, but GM says another chemistry could offer similar cost benefits with fewer drawbacks.

15. BYD's New Hybrid Hatchback Could Supercharge Its European Takeover

    The Dolphin G DM-i PHEV is BYD's first car designed for Europe and made in Europe.