Category Automotive

J.D. Power's 2025 EVX study finds BEV owner satisfaction improving, but tax credit uncertainty and charging gaps threaten flat market share growth ahead.

Polestar announced four new EV models launching between 2026 and 2028, following a record 2025 with 60,119 vehicles sold and 34% year-over-year retail growth.

Ford’s F1-inspired aerodynamics improve 2026 mid-size electric truck efficiency by over 15%. The design projects nearly 50 more miles of range with the same battery versus gas truck benchmarks. This advances affordable EV trucks.

Octopus Energy launches Octopus Fleet, a modular platform combining public charging, home reimbursement, payment tools, and clean energy hardware to simplify UK fleet electrification.

The MINI Aceman SE delivers 218 hp, 384 km of electric range, and smart parking technology in a compact crossover designed for urban driving environments.

The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland delivers 375 hp, 281 miles of range, and standard AWD with X-MODE in a midsize electric SUV arriving at dealerships in March.

Rivian's R2 pre-production media drive showcased a 656-hp dual-motor electric SUV with over 300 miles of estimated range, AI-powered infotainment, and off-road capability ahead of production launch.

Hyundai Motor Group's Namyang R&D Center drives EV development through advanced aerodynamic, environmental, dynamics, and acoustic testing facilities supporting its global electrification strategy.

Hyundai's IONIQ 5 N won Car Talk's Best Performance EV for 2026, delivering 641 hp, track-ready hardware, and simulated ICE driving engagement on the E-GMP platform.

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ earned Best Luxury Car from Cars.com and SUV of the Year from Nobleman, adding to its growing list of industry awards.

JETOUR's hybrid off-road strategy combines PHEV technology, intelligent XWD four-wheel drive, and the GAIA platform across its T1, T2, and G700 lineup.

Helix developed a bespoke twin-motor propulsion system for the McMurtry Spéirling electric fan hypercar, delivering 1,000 hp ahead of 2026 production deliveries.

The Porsche Taycan earned AJAC's 2026 Canadian Electric Car of the Year award, with the lineup offering 536 to 1,019 hp and pricing from $136,200 CAD.

Fiat expands the Topolino electric quadricycle with a new Corallo color and upgraded 5.7-inch digital cluster as the model holds its European market lead.

The Kia EV9 earned the 2026 Canadian Electric Utility Vehicle of the Year from AJAC, with price stability and strong residual values driving the recognition.

Rivian achieved its first full-year gross profit in 2025 at $144 million, a $1.3 billion improvement, as R2 manufacturing validation builds were completed ahead of Q2 2026 deliveries.

Hyundai unveiled the 641-hp IONIQ 6 N electric performance sedan and CRATER Concept electric off-road SUV at the 2026 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto.

Ever emerged from stealth with $31 million in Series A funding to scale its AI-native auto retail platform, focusing on end-to-end automation and transparent electric vehicle transactions across 40 states.