InsideEVs breaking news of the day about electric vehicles

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. '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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.”

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. BYD Says It Will Be The World's Largest Automaker In 5 Years. The Pentagon Is Nervous

    As BYD vows to become the largest automaker, it must also defend against allegations that it has ties to the Chinese military.

14. BYD Is Bringing Thousands Of 5-Minute EV Chargers To Europe—And Canada Is Next

    BYD’s Flash Chargers can deliver up to 1,500 kilowatts of power to cars fitted with its latest Blade Battery.

15. The BMW iX3 Just Drove Over 500 Miles In A Demanding Real-World Range Test

    The long-wheelbase version of the iX3 tackled 6,500-foot altitude changes and near-freezing temperatures.