#Best Cheap Evs

GM Executive Says Removing Radar ‘Ignores Physics’ as Escalade IQ Readies Multi-Sensor Super Cruise

General Motors plans to launch an upgraded version of Super Cruise in the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ electric SUV, using radar, lidar and cameras rather than relying on cameras alone. Sterling Anderson, GM’s chief product officer and a former leader of Tesla’s Autopilot program, argues that multiple sensor types provide capabilities cameras cannot match, pushing back against Tesla’s approach to autonomous driving.

Toyota bZ Closes In on Hyundai Ioniq 5 as US EV Rankings Shift

The Tesla Model Y remains America’s best-selling electric vehicle in 2026, but Toyota’s bZ is emerging as a stronger contender in the race among non-Tesla models. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 still ranks among the country’s leading EVs, although its sales have weakened sharply.

Chevy Drops Cheapest 2027 Silverado EV From Retail Lineup

The 4WT started at $56,095, including destination charges, but its removal leaves the LT Standard Range as the entry-level option for private customers, with a starting price of $64,495.

Rivian is Using Test Drives Instead of Big Ad Campaigns to Sell the R2

The EV maker recorded 150,000 test drives across its three consumer models in North America through August 25, already surpassing the 118,000 it recorded throughout 2025. Interest increased sharply after the R2 went on sale in June.

Volvo Opens European Factories to Geely, Zeekr, and Lynk & Co

The proposal comes as Chinese carmakers accelerate efforts to secure manufacturing capacity in Europe amid growing trade barriers and import tariffs.

Nio Launches ES9 Pre-Sales with Aggressive Pricing Strategy

The ES9 starts at 528,000 yuan ($77,230), about 31% below the ET9, with deliveries expected to begin June 1 following an official launch in late May.

Ford F-150 Lightning Cheaper to Insure Than Tesla Cybertruck, Study Finds

The F-150 Lightning ranks as the most affordable electric pickup for full-coverage policies, undercutting the Cybertruck by a wide margin.

Buying an EV in Another City: Drive It Home or Have It Transported?

You’ve found the perfect electric vehicle, but there’s a catch: it’s in another city. Now you’re faced with a decision that many EV buyers encounter.

Hyundai’s Cheapest EV Takes a Break as Kona Electric Skips 2026

According to a Hyundai spokesperson, the decision was driven by existing inventory levels rather than a permanent product cancellation.

Used EVs from China: What Overseas Buyers Should Compare Before Choosing One

Learn what overseas buyers should compare before choosing used EVs from China, including battery health, range, charging, Tesla, BYD, condition reports and charging compatibility.

Jim Farley Says Ford’s Future Is Hybrids, EREVs, and $30K EVs

The shift reflects changing consumer demand, as Ford pivots away from an all-in EV push toward a broader mix that blends affordability, flexibility, and electrification.

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pauses After One Model Year as U.S. EV Demand Softens

The decision follows sluggish demand, rising costs, and external pressures that complicated what was meant to be one of VW’s most emotionally resonant EV launches.

Lucid’s Lower-Cost Gravity Touring Pushes Toward December Deliveries After Slow Start

The update comes after the company’s challenging Q3 results, where supply constraints and production delays weighed heavily on expectations.

Cadillac Escalade IQ Named 2026 MotorTrend SUV Of The Year

The publication praised the SUV’s engineering, range, charging performance, and luxury features, selecting it over competitors from Audi, Porsche, Hyundai, Volkswagen, and Honda.

Rivian Gets Street-High $25 Target, but LFP Issue Adds Turbulence

Tigress Financial raised its target to a Street-high $25 on accelerating revenue growth, strong fleet demand and the long-term upside from Rivian’s joint venture with Volkswagen.

GM Confirms More $30K EVs Are Coming, And They’ll Be Part of a Whole New “Family”

General Motors is preparing to flood the market with more affordable EVs.

BYD: Everything You Need to Know

BYD has rapidly evolved from a battery manufacturer to one of the world’s leading EV giants, reshaping the global automotive landscape.

Chevy Just Did It: The 2027 Bolt Is Now America’s Cheapest New EV

Set to start at $28,995, the 2027 Bolt EV promises 255 miles of range, faster 150 kW charging, and modernized tech.

Rivian CEO Says LiDAR Still Key for Autonomy as Tesla Bets on Cameras Alone

Once prohibitively expensive, LiDAR sensors now cost just a few hundred dollars, Scaringe said.

True Cost of EV Ownership Over 5 Years

Think EVs save you money? We break down the true 5-year EV ownership costs, from charging to maintenance and resale value