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Here’s what we learned driving Audi’s new Q6 and SQ6 electric SUVs

Audi's mid-sized electric SUV is now on sale in the US, and we've tested it. Credit: Jonathan Gitlin HEALDSBURG, Calif.—Earlier this summer, Ars got its first drive of Audi's new Q6 e-tron on...

2025 Lamborghini Urus SE first drive: The total taurean package

Adding electric power and a battery turns the Urus from hit-or-miss to just right. Credit:...

The 2025 BMW i5 M60 review: An EV that makes you want to drive and drive

Not quite an electric M5, it's a good driver's car. Credit: Jonathan Gitlin Car people, like...

Rivian opens its adventure charging network to other EVs today

The first of more than 90 Rivian fast-charging locations opened to other EVs today. Credit:...

No more EV app folders: Universal plug-and-charge is due to launch in 2025

Most of the major EV makers and charging networks are on board. With all the...

The reincarnation of totaled Teslas—in Ukraine

Cars deemed unfixable in North America are resurrected in Eastern Europe. 101WITH This summer, a Vancouver car mechanic named Max got a perplexing ping on his...

Lotus Eletre R is a 900-horsepower SUV that weirdly slays the competition

Lotus is ready to sell you a super EV SUV. What is it, and can it be a winner? 74WITH The Lotus Eletre R is an...

LockBit ransom gang behind mass exploitation of Citrix bug, researchers say

Security researchers are blaming a now-patched Citrix zero-day vulnerability for a recent spate of November ransomware attacks, said to be carried out by the notorious LockBit...

Hyundai and Kia are ‘pulling ahead’ with strong EV demand despite rival concerns

Despite concerns over a cooling EV market, Hyundai and Kia are “very bullish” as demand for their electric vehicles remains strong. Over the past few months, I’m...

GM’s Chevy Silverado EV lands in China in first overseas debut

The Chevy Silverado EV debuted in China recently as its first overseas trip outside of North America. GM may be launching its electric pickup in China’s...

Guangzhou Auto Show roundup: BEV debuts from XPeng, ZEEKR, Li Auto, BYD, and more

We’ve been covering several prominent Chinese automakers teasing their latest EV models in the preceding weeks, ahead of the Guangzhou Auto Show. The annual...

A lithium mine for EV batteries is coming to Arkansas, says Exxon

With EV incentives tied to domestic battery content, US lithium mines are needed. 89WITH Earlier this year, new electric vehicle tax incentive rules went into effect....

Yadea unveils 99 MPH electric motorcycle that charges in 10 minutes

The newly unveiled Yadea Kemper electric motorcycle was just shown off for the first time at the EICMA 2023 Milan Motorcycle Show. Electrek was there to...

Tesla Cybertruck specs leak every dimension + 14-50 outlet in bed

A screenshot of the Tesla Cybertruck’s specs has been leaked ahead of the truck’s first deliveries coming at the end of this month, and...

Here’s how Rivian is using software to scale past EV rivals

EV startup Rivian is racing past many rivals with its all-electric adventure vehicles. Yet, what many may not know is that the technology inside a Rivian...

Five big carmakers beat lawsuits alleging infotainment systems invade privacy

Cars downloading text messages from phones doesn't violate state privacy law. 49WITH A federal appeals court rejected lawsuits that alleged five major carmakers violated a Washington...

Polestar will begin testing StoreDot’s 5-minute charge battery

A Polestar 5 prototype with StoreDot cells will begin testing next year. 97WITH There's a lot to like about electric vehicles. They're quiet, reliable, and about...

Audi finally begins building electric motors for new Porsche codeveloped PPE EV platform

Audi has begun building electric motors for the long-awaited Premium Platform Electric (PPE) EV platform being codeveloped with Porsche. The PPE has been delayed...

Toyota is being squeezed out of the world’s largest auto market as the shift to EVs heats up

Toyota is losing out as the world’s largest auto market accelerates its shift to EVs. The Japanese automaker informed dealers that it plans to cut...
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