#electric vehicle

#electric vehicle

Hyundai is bringing an extreme off-road show vehicle to the LA Auto Show. Dubbed the Crater, the adventure-ready crossover rides high on chunky tires. Hyundai didn't say what could power the off-roader, but it sure looks like an EV. Roaming dirt roads and hard-to-access places in complete silence is a serene experience that can only happen if you're behind the wheel of an electric car. Rivian owners have known this for a few years, but Hyundai seems to want a piece of the action, too.

Its core trait is its minimalistic and very Swedish exterior design. The 4's muscular figure, unique headlights, and interesting body lines give it solid presence. But the real elephant in the room is no glass on the rear hatch, which no doubt makes it stick out on the road. The reasoning, though, is fairly straightforward: it's the only way that Polestar could give a compact crossover SUV such a sleek figure without sacrificing rear-seat passenger head or legroom.

Ford says it wanted to take a "bold look" at the original California Special Mustangs, with their distinctive red and black color scheme, and figure out how to bring that within the Mach-E design. That translates into trading the red-and-black paint for a new color called Rave Blue, which Ford says mimics the blue coastal waters of California. The California Special also removes the side scoops, adds 20-inch carbonized gray wheels with a printed GT/CS logo, and gloss black aero wheel covers.

Subaru doesn't offer any electric vehicles developed in-house. Both the Solterra and Trailseeker are built on shared Toyota underpinnings, and they pretty much feel like a bZ and bZ Woodland to drive. But Subaru's electric lineup might become more exciting soon with the addition of an STI-badged EV, which might be on the way. We don't know a whole lot about it right now, other than the fact that Subaru is preparing to reveal two STI concepts at the Japan Mobility Show this year.

BMW somehow sold a brand-new first-generation i3 EV in the U.S. this year. The car was discontinued stateside in 2021. Most likely, a dealer had the car stashed away somewhere and finally sold it in the third quarter of 2025. The first-generation BMW i3 will always be remembered as a quirky and innovative electric car, but what's even more interesting is that someone, somewhere in the United States, bought a brand-new one recently.

For the uninitiated, a diwheel (or dicycle, depending on who you ask) consists of two large rings with the rider sitting in a frame between them. Unlike a monowheel, which requires constant balance and gyroscopic forces to stay upright, a diwheel is naturally stable. The outer rings rotate around a stationary inner frame via roller bearings, and the whole thing steers like a tank: differential power to each wheel. It's the kind of vehicle that makes you wonder why we ever settled on boring old bicycles,

In August, I planned to drive from the Bay Area to Los Angeles County and back to help my friend move. We needed a rental car that had sufficient storage space and wouldn't rack up a big gas bill. My friend suggested a Tesla Model Y because its driver assistance technology would make the seven-hour trek south - my first long-distance drive - easier.

Ahead of its world premiere at the IAA Mobility 2025 show in Munich from September 9-14, 2025, designboom had a first glimpse at the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) that unveils a new design language, which will be replicated across the brand's future model range, a powerful electronics architecture with four 'superbrains,' and a holistic approach to circularity. The model signals a profound leap in technology, design, and user experience for the German automotive giant.

The Leaf SV+ adds bigger wheels and a better infotainment system, and it can be fitted with an optional battery heater for those in cold climates.

The 2026 Leaf crossover will start at $29,990 for the S+ trim, before destination fees. That model is the lineup's range leader, with an estimated 303 miles of range.

The AE.1 Panos features a sleek design that optimizes aerodynamics for better efficiency and a smoother ride, suitable for both EVs and traditional gas vehicles.

The Acura RSX is back, now as a four-door, coupe-like electric crossover, built in the United States, underpinned by Honda's new in-house Zero Series platform.

The Lynk & Co 900 is a plug-in hybrid SUV that combines electric and gasoline power, with impressive refinement and performance features, including a powerful 845 horsepower.

The Buick Electra Orbit features a space-age aesthetic with proportions resembling jet aircraft and classic Buick designs, highlighted by a low front section and wide central body.

The Nevera R sets the benchmark with a 0-400-0 km/h time of just 25.79 seconds, making it the world's quickest accelerating production vehicle.

The dubbed world's narrowest Fiat Panda is a fully functional electric vehicle handcrafted from reused components, measuring only 50 centimeters in width.

The GT XX concept features a highly efficient battery pack with a structural design, integrating components that enhance performance, longevity, and safety in vehicle dynamics.

Peugeot fans are thrilled as the legendary 205 GTI name re-emerges with the new E-208 GTi, a fully electric hot hatch that honors classic style.

Ljudmil Slavov finds it challenging to simplify Bertone's minimalistic shapes, evolving them to create a modern frame while respecting the original Škoda Favorit design.

Lucid Group Inc. has begun production of its luxury electric SUV, the Gravity, which is anticipated to drive significant sales growth by 2025.

Tesla has decided to completely eliminate the $16,000 Range Extender for the Cybertruck, leaving owners without a potential remedy for range issues.