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5 Ways The 2026 Subaru Solterra Is Fixing Its Bad Reputation, And What's Still Wrong

staff@bgr.com (Niel Stender) — Fri, 22 May 2026 16:17:00 +0000

The 2026 Subaru Solterra addresses most of the criticisms that followed the early models. It's a meaningful improvement, but not a perfect one.

Tesla Cybertruck Driver's 'Wade Mode' Drive Lands His EV In A Lake And Him In Jail

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:17:00 +0000

One of the Cybertruck's many features includes a Wade Mode for traversing water, but one driver found out it's not a free pass to drive into a lake.

Electric Cars Were Invented Much Earlier Than You Think

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Sun, 17 May 2026 19:47:00 +0000

Electric cars aren't a modern invention. Learn how early battery-powered motors rivaled steam and internal combustion engines long before the rise of Tesla.

Here's What Every EV Charger Type Actually Means

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Sat, 16 May 2026 12:47:00 +0000

An electric vehicle may spare you the headache of visiting a gas pump, but you'll still have to make sure to find the right kind of charger for your car.

This Is Quickly Becoming The Most Popular EV Brand Worldwide In 2026

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Tue, 12 May 2026 20:47:00 +0000

Tesla is no longer the world's most popular EV brand. A Chinese manufacturer has quietly overtaken it in sales - and the gap is growing fast.

This Is The Longest-Range Electric Vehicle You Can Buy In 2026

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:47:00 +0000

If maximum range is the priority, one 2026 EV stands above the rest by a significant margin. Reviewers have independently confirmed that the numbers hold up.

Firefighters Are Turning To These 'Turtles' To Put Out EV Battery Fires

staff@bgr.com (Asad Kashif) — Sun, 03 May 2026 15:47:00 +0000

EV battery fires are notoriously hard to extinguish. The Turtle Fire System is helping firefighters tackle them more safely and effectively.

This Is The Most Reliable EV Brand, According To What Car?

staff@bgr.com (Alan Bradley) — Sat, 02 May 2026 18:47:00 +0000

When looking for your next EV, What Car?, a long-running U.K. car-buying magazine that publishes an annual survey of the most reliable cars, is worth checking.

This One Common Car Accessory Has A Massive Impact On Your EV Battery's Range

staff@bgr.com (Jonathan Sayers) — Fri, 01 May 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Electric vehicles are highly efficient, which means a common aftermarket accessory affects them more noticeably than it would a gas car.

Ford's New 2,200 HP Mustang Broke An EV World Record

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Ford's Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 just shattered an EV world record. The engineering changes behind the result are almost as impressive as the numbers.

Tesla Wants You To Pay $50,000 To Sell Your Signature Model S Or X - Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Tesla is discontinuing its Model S and X cars and shifting focus to its Optimus humanoid robots, but is making a limited Signature Edition Model S and X

SpaceX Will Start Making GPUs Soon, And They Could Potentially Compete With Nvidia

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:34:13 +0000

SpaceX's $1.75 trillion IPO filing includes a plan to build AI chips in-house. Here's what that actually involves and what it might mean for the market.

Elon Musk Claims Tesla's New Samsung AI Chip Will Be 40x Faster Than Current Models

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Elon Musk claims Tesla's new AI5 chip, made by Samsung, will be 40 times faster than the AI4 in key metrics. Here's what that means for Tesla's FSD system.

These 13 EVs Exceeded Their Advertised Range In Consumer Reports' Tests

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Not all advertised EV range figures are accurate, which may work in your favor. Consumer Reports' test reveals which 13 electric cars go further than expected.

These 3 Electric Cars Fell 50 Miles Short Of Their Advertised Range In Consumer Reports' Tests

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:17:00 +0000

What's listed on a manufacturer's site isn't always the full picture. When the rubber meets the road, some EVs fall short of expectations in everyday driving.

The Reason Why EV Tires Wear Out So Much Faster Than Tires On Gas Cars

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 02:47:00 +0000

If you've bought an EV or are considering buying one, you should know that your tires may wear out faster. But, there are some things you can do to combat this.

5 Of The Cheapest EVs You Can Buy New In 2026

staff@bgr.com (Niel Stender) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0000

If you're shopping for a new EV in 2026, the good news is you still have options. The cheapest ones start well below what many buyers might expect.

China's Battery Breakthrough Packs More Energy Into The Same Size

staff@bgr.com (Brendan Knapp) — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Humans rely on batteries for many things in life, and since the advent of electric vehicles on the road, batteries have become even more important.

Chinese EV Companies Have Moved Beyond Just Building Electric Cars

staff@bgr.com (Jonathan Sayers) — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:17:00 +0000

The top Chinese EV companies no longer just build cars. Here's how they're branching out and why that gives them a competitive advantage in the global market.

Charging Your Tesla With Solar Panels Requires You To Do A Few Things First

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:47:00 +0000

Ever wondered if you can charge a Tesla or other EV using solar panels? Well, it's definitely possible, but you need to do these things first to make it work.