This Supercharger Extension Cable Promises To Fix A Big Pain Point, But Falls Short: Expert
InsideEVs contributor and charging expert Tom Moloughney put Hansshow’s latest Tesla Supercharger extension cable to the test. In real-world testing, the 8-foot NACS to CCS1 DC fast-charging extension cable fell short of expectations. The cable is aimed at non-Tesla EV owners who often need to double park when using V3 Tesla Superchargers Tens of thousands […]
Tesla Wants To Vacuum The Hot Air Out Of Cars To Improve Range
Tesla patented a new way of cooling down your EV’s cabin in the summer heat. Its new method involves using vacuums to suck up hot air and put it directly into the car’s HVAC system. This would make cooling hot spots inside of cars much easier, potentially unlocking more range. Car interiors get hot, and […]
This 380,000-Mile Tesla Model 3 Has Its Original Battery. Range Loss Is Huge
This 380,000-mile Tesla Model 3 is still running on its original battery pack. Its displayed range has dropped by 34.2%, from 240 miles to 158 miles. Despite major degradation, it still managed 138.3 highway miles at 68 mph. Battery degradation is an inevitable reality of EV ownership, but how much capacity it loses over time […]
The Hyundai Ioniq V Looks Great. Its Job Is To Take Back China
The Hyundai Ioniq V is a fully electric sedan made in China, designed for a Chinese audience. Hyundai says the Ioniq V reaffirms its commitment to China, with 20 models planned to launch within the next five years. The Ioniq V is 193 inches long, the same size as a U.S.-market Sonata. No, not Ioniq […]
EVs Barely Lose Range Even After Five Years: Report
The vast majority of electric vehicles are holding on to their original range even after years of driving, according to a new report. Even after three to five years, the range retention on modern battery-powered cars is impressive. Automakers have started including buffers to minimize perceived degradation. Electric vehicles are holding on to their range […]
Nissan’s 2027 Rogue Relies On This Unique Hybrid System. It’s Nothing Like Toyota’s
Nissan’s upcoming hybrid crossover will be notably different from the gas-electric powertrains Honda and Toyota have long pioneered. The Rogue Hybrid e-Power will arrive in the U.S. in late 2026, the automaker confirmed Wednesday. It will drive more like an electric vehicle minus the range anxiety, with the fuel economy benefits of a hybrid. The return […]
Sony And Honda’s Afeela EVs Are Dead
Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) has canceled the development of Afeela’s upcoming electric cars. The joint venture was on the final stretch to launch an American-made luxury four-door electric sedan, and an SUV was also planned. The cars had integrated PlayStation consoles and promised supreme quality. The Afeela 1 electric sedan and the upcoming Afeela electric […]
BYD’s Second Generation Blade Battery Makes Western EV Tech Look Ancient
BYD has revealed its second-generation Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. They’re 5% more energy dense and significantly more efficient than the first-generation packs. They’re ready to go into roughly ten production models. BYD made a big splash today by revealing its second-generation Blade battery with ultra-fast charging speeds. To support them, it’s also rolling […]
Mercedes Will Put A Combustion Engine In Its Baby G-Class: Report
Mercedes wanted to offer its 2027 baby G-Wagen as a pure EV, but it has reportedly thrown ICE into the mix, too. A new report claims that Mercedes will now build the baby G on a platform related to the new CLA, giving it that flexibility. The timeline for its launch hasn’t changed, though, and […]
Rivian Adds A Sport Mode To All R1 EVs On The Road
Rivian’s latest software update for R1 EVs is here, and it brings several improvements. All R1S and R1T models get the brand’s Sport Mode, which enables quicker acceleration. Launch Mode is also expanding to Gen 1 Quad-Motor and both generations of Dual-Motor Performance models. Rivian is improving how the R1S and R1T EVs perform, regardless […]