InsideEVs breaking news of the day about electric vehicles

1. Ionna Is About To Reach A Big Milestone Faster Than Any Other Charging Network

   Not even Tesla was able to do what Ionna will achieve after its first year of operation.

2. EV Collision Repairs Are Getting Cheaper

   Despite the huge sales rush spurred by the expiration of the $7,500 federal tax credit, EVs were cheaper to repair in Q3.

3. This Video Shows Exactly Why Lidar Is Necessary For Self-Driving Cars

   Cameras can help a car "see" the world just fine. So can radar. But when conditions get bad, this is why you want lidar's help.

4. The 2026 Subaru Solterra Is A Much Better EV Now—Except For One Crucial Thing

   Subaru's take on a Toyota EV is vastly improved over its first generation. But one strange omission could make road-tripping difficult.

5. Rivian Launches 'Universal Hands-Free' Driving—And An AI Assistant

   Even the second-generation Rivian R1 vehicles are getting more advanced autonomous driving and the Rivian AI Assistant.

6. The Rivian R2 Is Getting Lidar. Here's Why It's A Game-Changer

   Rivian's upcoming $45,000 R2 crossover will get a lidar sensor as the EV startup raises the stakes on autonomous driving.

7. 'They Wouldn’t Have Been Burning The Cars': Tesla's Elon Musk Has DOGE Regrets

   The Tesla, SpaceX and X boss says he wouldn’t try it again.

8. Europe Is Stuck Between Gas-Car Bans And China’s EV Takeover

   Today on Critical Materials: the EU's EV mandate explained, EVs are selling 18% slower and Uber pulls back EV incentives.

9. Watch Rivian's Autonomy And AI Day Livestream Here

   Rivian has big ambitions, including point-to-point driverless rides and an AI assistant. Watch the livestream here.

10. All The Non-Tesla EVs That Can Use Tesla Superchargers In 2025 (Updated)

    We’ve gone from just a handful of cars to dozens. And the list keeps getting longer every month.

11. BMW EVs Can Now Charge At Tesla Superchargers

    Ending 2025 with a buzz, BMW owners officially have access to Tesla's Supercharging network.

12. The Lucid Gravity Bungled Its First Range Test. But It Just Redeemed Itself

    In an early test, the Gravity fell far, far short of its expected highway range. But after a re-do, things are looking better.

13. The Buick Electra L7 Proves Western Carmakers Can Build A Great EV In China—If They Want To

    The Buick Electra L7 feels great. But you’ll never ever get it. And that’s a big shame.

14. 2026 Is When The Real EV War Begins. Here's Why

    Western companies are finally launching their third-generation EVs, with better pricing, more range and more polished software.

15. BMW's New CEO Has His Work Cut Out

    In today's morning news roundup, we also cover trouble at VinFast and Tesla's lackluster China sales.