It’s obvious that the Silverado 1500 and the Silverado EV are different trucks due to the fact that one is powered by a selection of all-electric powertrains, and one is powered by gas and diesel engines. But what else is different about these trucks? Is the Silverado EV just the same old Silverado with a […]
Category: EVs
Is the Hummer EV Pickup the New Flagship for GM’s Electric Trucks?
General Motors has been at the forefront of North American automakers in the transition to all-electric vehicles. In addition to their oft-stated goal of only producing electric light-duty vehicles by 2035, they have motored headlong into the EV truck market, with the 2020s seeing electric versions of their Chevy Silverado pickup truck and its cousin […]
The New Generation of Lamborghini Vehicles: An Icon Goes Electric
Electrification has been around for quite some time now, but what’s new these days is how rapidly it’s expanding into segments of the auto market that have been resisting it. Electric pickup trucks aren’t just for Silicon Valley startups anymore; they’re being produced by Ford, Ram, and Chevy. And now Italian supercars have entered the […]
Three Key Updates for the 2024 Mustang Mach-E
Ford set out to deliver something magical and innovative when it tasked its design team with designing an all-electric SUV. The American automotive pioneer didn’t want an electric version of something you could already find at your Ford dealer; instead, Ford had higher expectations that it would usher drivers into a new era of innovation, […]
What’s the Buzz on the ID. Buzz?
The Volkswagen Microbus is a vehicle that needs no introduction. Baby Boomers remember the VW bus as an icon of 1960s and 1970s counterculture. Around the time that the “hippie” was rising to prominence in the American zeitgeist, the German van was easy to find used at a good price, and its large side panels […]
Alpine Makes a Play for the US Market With Two New EVs
From macarons, Bordeaux, and the eponymous fries to the Statue of Liberty, the layout of Washington, DC, and 7’4” NBA big man Victor Wembanyama, there are a few French contributions to American culture that are undoubtedly très magnifique. However, French vehicles have never seen significant success in the US market. Renault was probably the most […]
What Does Jeep’s Electric Future Look Like?
Ready or not, the electrified future of the auto industry is on its way—each year is making this clearer, though there are still plenty of infrastructure issues that need to be figured out to make electric vehicle (EV) ownership everything it should be. As that happens, however, car companies are blazing a trail with new […]
As Manufacturers Dive Into EVs, What Brand and Model Names Are Going to Last?
The automotive world continues to drive headlong into the world of electric vehicles. Although the growth rate has slowed a bit in the last year, the EV market share continues to grow. In 2023, about 25% of all new cars sold globally were EVs, with individual countries reaching as high as 90%. As such, more […]
Chrysler’s Halcyon Could Signal a High-Tech Future for the Brand
The pursuit of alternative fuel and tech-rich passenger vehicles is a never-ending one. Each automaker continues to push the boundaries on what they can achieve and what makes sense as a viable consumer option, all while trying to keep prices within the range of the average driver in America. It’s a tricky balancing act that […]
Honda Ditches GM and Forges a New Path in EV Segment
While other brands barreled headlong into the emerging EV market, Honda took a decidedly more measured approach. In fact, the Japanese automaker released its first high-volume EV for the North American market when the 2024 Prologue SUV hit your local Honda dealer earlier this year. Produced in collaboration with General Motors, the Prologue was supposed […]
Why Did VW Delay the Launch of the ID.7?
Volkswagen released the ID.4 for the 2021 model year, taking a chance on debuting their first global EV and first all-electric SUV. In the years since the ID.4 has been a success. It was the fifth best-selling EV in the United States in 2023 and has won a host of awards. The ID.4 has been […]
Can the New Giulia Keep Alfa Romeo Relevant in a Changing Market?
Alfa Romeo has always been something of a niche brand in the United States. The Italian automaker sold just under 11,000 units in 2023, earning the company a paltry 0.07 percent market share. Still, if there was one bright spot, it would have to be the Alfa Romeo Giulia. Debuting in 2016, the rear-wheel drive […]
Ford’s Future EVs: What’s Coming Next?
Electric vehicles are rapidly becoming a big part of the automotive landscape. Despite EV sales growth cooling off a little bit in recent months, a record 1.2 million EVs were sold in the U.S. in 2023, representing a record 7.6% of total vehicle sales. Plenty of new EV models have been introduced in the past […]
Nissan’s Arc Plan and What It Means for the EV Market
The dramatic arc is a cornerstone of the literary world. It all starts with the exposition, setting the scene for the story before an inciting incident ratchets up the action to an eventual climax, resolution, and eventually a satisfying denouement that ties up all the loose ends. If the modern auto industry followed this well-worn […]
Honda’s History of Alternative Fuel Vehicle Models
When you go to the nearest used Honda dealer, you may see some of their early hybrids and other vehicles available. The market for alternative fuel vehicles continues to soar with no end in sight. According to Precedence Research, it’s forecast to surpass $1 trillion worldwide by 2032. But while some automakers are scrambling to […]
GM and Honda: The Cadillac LYRIQ, the Acura ZDX, and the Ultium Platform
Electric vehicles are becoming less and less rare. However, in the scramble to get models on the market, several brands that are lagging behind have chosen to partner with more experienced manufacturers for their first EVs. One of the most notable examples of this partnership is Honda’s decision to partner with GM and use the […]
How Does the Sierra EV Fit into the GMC Lineup?
The rapidly growing EV truck segment is getting another entry. The GMC Sierra, a nameplate with more than 50 years of tradition, is getting its first EV edition with the Sierra EV Denali. Truck enthusiasts can expect to find this GMC Sierra for sale sometime in the summer of 2024—around the same time as the […]
What the 2024 Charger Daytona Means for Dodge
Browsing around your local Dodge dealer, you can expect to see some big numbers when looking at stats like horsepower and torque. Dodge has long been known for its muscle cars and makes sure you know the high levels of power that its engines can crank out. But while these stats are often far above […]
Is the Mustang Mach-E the Edge Replacement?
Change is in the air for Ford dealers around the country. Current rumors are that the last Ford Edge SUV ever will be produced on April 26, 2024. While Ford has not yet confirmed this information, the brand certainly hasn’t attempted to squelch the gossip either, which is somewhat unusual in the automotive industry. Frequently, […]
What Makes the Ford F-150 Lightning Superior to Other Electric Trucks?
Electric trucks are kind of having a moment, in case you haven’t noticed. It feels like every vehicle manufacturer woke up on the same day and said, “We HAVE to have an electrified pickup!” The 2022 model year saw the Rivian R1T, GMC Hummer EV, and Ford F-150 Lightning hit the market, swiftly followed by […]