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From new car releases, test track spy shots to auto show coverage, Digital Trends auto team brings you the latest in car news.
Volkswagen is pursuing the elusive entry-level EV with its ID. EVERY1 concept car
Volkswagen has debuted a new affordable EV, to go into production in 2027.
EV incentives supported by 67% of Americans, survey finds
EV government incentives are supported by 67% of Americans, according to a survey.
Faraday Future could unveil lowest-priced EV yet at CES 2025
Faraday Future will unveil its FX 5 EV prototype, priced $20,000-$30,000, at CES 2025 in Las Vegas.
Location data for 800,000 cars exposed online for months
A data leak led to around 800,000 electric cars having their location exposed online for several months.
Global EV sales expected to rise 30% in 2025, S&P Global says
Global sales of EVs are expected to grow 30% in 2025.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 sets world record for greatest altitude change
Hyundai's Ioniq 5 set a new world record for the greatest altitude change experienced by an electric vehicle (EV).
Hyundai to offer free NACS adapters to its EV customers
Hyundai will start offering free North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters to its EV customers in the first quarter of 2025.
For the new Jeep Wagoneer S ad campaign, beauty rhymes with dirty
The Jeep Wagoneer S EV's marketing campaign wants to show “beautiful things can still get dirty.”
Waymo’s robotaxis are safer than human-driven vehicles, study says
New research says the Waymo Driver service demonstrates better safety performance metrics than human drivers.
Ram postpones electric pickup to 2026 as Ramcharger plug-in hybrid takes the limelight
Ram's first electric pickup truck has been postponed to 2026, while the Ramcharger plug-in hybrid (PHEV) will take center stage next year.
GM recalls 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EVs for being too quiet
GM is recalling new Chevrolet Equinox EVs that may fail to meet minimum sound requirements for hybrids and EVs in the U.S. and Canada.
Honda, Nissan in merger talks to compete with Tesla, Chinese EV rivals, reports say
Honda and Nissan are discussing a merger that would enable them to better withstand fierce competition from EV rivals.
RollAway’s electric ‘Suite on Wheels’ now available to rent
RollAway, a Silicon Valley startup, is offering Airbnb-style luxury "stays on wheels" aboard electric vans built by GM’s BrightDrop.
Waymo is taking its robotaxis overseas for the first time
Waymo is heading overseas for the first time, with its robotaxis about to hit the streets of one of the world's busiest cities.
EVgo set to build 7,500 new public fast-charging stalls across the U.S.
The Department of Energy finalized a $1.25 billion loan to EVgo, the U.S. operator of EV charge points, for the construction of 7,500 new fast-charging stalls.
PlugStar’s platform matches your lifestyle with EVs and buying incentives
PlugStar has revamped its website to simplify the EV buying process, including giving tips on buying incentives.
Trump team in sync with Tesla on ending crash-reporting requirements, report says
The transition team of President-elect Donald Trump is planning to end existing car-crash reporting requirements to safety regulators.
EV drivers are not going back to gas cars, global survey says
Nearly all current owners of EVs are either satisfied with the experience, and 92% of them plan to buy another EV, according to a global survey.
Costco, Electrify America add EV-charging stations in three states
Costco is partnering with Electrify America to offer EV fast-charging at five new locations in California, Colorado, and Florida.
It looks like the end of the road for Cruise robotaxis
Robotaxi operations at Cruise look certain to end after its main backer, General Motors, said it will stop funding the initiative.
Tesla’s ‘Model Q’ to arrive in 2025 at a price under $30K, Deutsche Bank says
A new Tesla EV, called the Model Q, is in store for 2025, and it will be priced under $30,000 including incentives, according to Deutsche Bank.
Hybrid vehicle sales reach U.S. record, but EV sales drop in third quarter
The share of electric and hybrid vehicle sales continued to grow in the U.S. in the third quarter.
This tiny electric truck could be the most affordable yet
Looking for an electric truck, but don't want to spend much? The tiny Telo MT1 could be the cheapest electric truck yet.
